TO THE EDITOR:
I am proud of how seriously UNC takes the honor system, and I appreciate the codes that promote honest conduct here at UNC.
Unfortunately, some of my experiences have made me disappointed in the convictions of my peers and neighbors.
My trusty car — the one I’ve had since high school — died in March, and over Spring Break, I had to spend my college money on a new car.
I am a Carolina Covenant Scholar and financially independent from my family. Saying money is a huge stress would be an understatement. My new car was the nicest thing I have ever owned.
The first week I was back at school, my car was hit on Battle Lane, and the person who hit it drove away. Whoever sideswiped my car left my side mirror hanging off the side, and I had no way of knowing who caused the damage.
I filed a police report and was told that these incidents are rarely resolved. My shiny new car was mutilated. This is the second time one of my cars has been hit while parked inside the lines of a parallel spot at UNC.
Although I have no way to determine the cause of this crash, I cannot help but wonder if texting or alcohol were involved.
The estimate for fixing the damage was $400. Not only is that a huge blow to my semester budget, but it’s left me with a bill that will significantly alter my current financial situation.
I am writing this to appeal to students at UNC to take responsibility for their actions. What seems like a small or insignificant incident to you may be financially crippling to one of your classmates.
Sarah Kaminer ’13
Nursing
