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Column: Dear UNC Class of 2027

By Olivia Henley | February 23

"Class of 2027, I would like to be completely transparent with you. I have asked several of my classmates what they wish they would’ve known before ...

Column: The trials and errors of a summer internship search

By Noah Monroe | February 22

"Like many students right now, I’m in the process of trying to find a summer internship. It’s exhausting."

Column: Witnessing Taylor Residence Hall's inaccessibility firsthand

By Mariam Ali | February 21

"Taylor Residence Hall's inaccessibility has created an insupportable way of living for students. It’s a big concern yet to be addressed directly, and ...

Column: How we made Student Body President endorsements

By Caitlyn Yaede | February 21

"We are honored to use our collective voice to express what we feel is best for our fellow students, faculty and staff of the University. This year’s ...

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Column: UNC’s campus is a 700-acre ADA violation

By Samad Rangoonwala | February 21

"The physical campus is the core of what UNC is, and right now that core is shouting at disabled students and faculty that they are not welcome, that ...

Column: Avoiding police brutality on social media

By Zari Taylor | February 20

"Nichols is not the first victim of police brutality whose final moments circulated on social media. While the video brought the case to national attention, ...

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Editorial: Get rich quick schemes versus college students

By Editorial Board | February 14

"College students have an obligation to stay vigilant of the signs of being recruited into a multi-level marketing scheme. Pitches to join sales teams ...

Column: The ultimate guide to Valentine's Day

By Olivia Henley | February 14

"Valentine's Day is just around the corner, and many of you are stressed. The special day dedicated to showing that special someone how you feel through ...

Column: You should take yourself on a date

By Matthew Agudelo | February 14

"If the goal of a Valentine’s date is to create a special and memorable experience, why should it exclude 126.9 million people? This goes to show how ...

Column: The expiration date on social security

By Maddie Whitaker | February 8

"Generation Z and most Millennials couldn’t spot a recession if it stole their latte. We know the textbook definition, sure, and its effects on our ...

Column: Being a mother — a thankless profession

By Jessica Pelaez | February 8

"So next time you see your mom, give her a big hug and say thank you. The small things they do often go unappreciated due to the second shift being so ...

Column: In defense of the humanities

By Edward Lezada | February 8

"But the humanities don't need to justify themselves with business and science. These enhance their resume but they have inherent virtues. The humanities ...

Column: Sometimes, “bad” user interfaces are good

By Arul Gundam | February 7

"A good interface shouldn't be noticed by the user. There should be consistency in the design of whatever websites or applications in order to offer the ...

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Column: Leave TikTok researchers to their devices

By Le Ha | February 5

"Earlier this month, Gov. Roy Cooper signed Executive Order No. 276, prohibiting the use of certain applications, including TikTok, on state devices. ...

Column: 'Lucky Girl Syndrome'? Just call it privilege

By Juliana Chiaramonte | February 5

"People who have had everything work out for them can claim the power of Lucky Girl Syndrome and ignore the benefits of privilege. While this obviously ...

Column: Inside enemy territory – a Tar Heel's guide to K-ville

By Alan Chen | January 31

"'Tenting' is the process by which Duke students acquire tickets to the UNC v. Duke basketball game played at Duke. The messy array of tents hoisted on ...

The Duke University Chapel on Duke’s West Campus, as photographed in 2017, serves as a symbol of the university.

Column: I'm proud of my public school

By Noelle Harff | January 30

"I’m proud to say that I went public. The oddities that exist in the public school system are some of my favorite stories to tell. Did you have a classmate ...

Column: The GOP hates you and your money

By Samad Rangoonwala | January 30

"The House GOP’s new tax plan is regressive nonsense designed explicitly to shift the tax burden on the lower and middle income people and give the ...

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Column: The NHL's performative activism isn't good enough

By Maya Ticku | January 29

"The NHL should not be playing both sides – if you’re going to celebrate pride, stand up to homophobia in your organization. Part of celebrating pride ...

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Column: Your sexual health is a priority

By Sophie Teague | January 29

"Being open and honest about your sexual health is scary. Stigma related to sex and sexual health is deep rooted in our society, and women in particular ...