Though many professors view caring for their students’ mental health as part of their responsibility, some say they also feel the weight of that care.
The EOC handles everything related to federal laws addressing protected statuses by providing support to students and faculty. Although the office works to report and respond to concerns while accommodating needs, some students think the resource is not well-known.
In the wake of the June 29 U.S. Supreme Court decision overturning affirmative action – the consideration of race in college admissions – some groups at UNC are gearing up for change.
July 26 was the 33rd anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Disability Pride Month creates a space to celebrate the resilience and joy of the disabled community, junior and former Campus Y co-president Laura Saavedra Forero said.
As April is recognized as Autism Awareness Month, UNC employees and alumni talk about their experiences with researching or having autism, particularly the accommodations the University offers to autistic people.
As the days tick down until UNC commencement on May 14, seniors are making their final preparations for this highly-anticipated day — including adjusting their bank accounts.
Theodore Nollert, the 2022-23 Graduate and Professional Student Government president reflects on the year as his term comes to an end. During his time, he aimed to forge connections across campus and advocated for increases in graduate student stipends.
Lived Experience Accessible Doula (LEAD) is an eight-week program that trains black doulas, or birth experts, on how to support black mothers emotionally, physically and informationally during the birthing process.
Wednesday, Feb. 1, was World Hijab Day, an international holiday to raise awareness and celebrate Muslim hijabi women. The UNC Muslim Students Association set up a tent in the quad to commemorate the day. “World Hijab Day is not one day, ‘Let's do it and then call it a day,’" Rida Bayraktar, UNC Muslim Student Association vice president, said. “It’s actually a continuous process about raising awareness about hijabi Muslim women and then carrying respect and understanding towards them.”
"Home" is hitting the stage this Saturday at Memorial Hall. The play, created by Geoff Sobelle, defines the difference between a home and a house through the lives of past, present and future residents.
