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Opinion: Shoutout to MURAP for its new grant and for all it does

February 18

The Moore Undergraduate Research Apprentice Program is a national 10-week, paid summer research fellowship that aims to diversify applicants who want ...

Opinion: Wilson Library needs donations to hire new archivist

February 18

One could spend days combing through the extensive papers, documents and information contained inside the African American Documentary Resources in the ...

Opinion: Chase Rice is a god-awful choice for Spring Jubilee

February 17

Chase Rice is not a bad concert choice. He would be great for little frat court on a weekend. But, after canceling Homecoming, how is anyone “gonna ...

Opinion: Fight climate change by changing your behaviors

February 15

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Opinion: A professor’s accent is no excuse for disrespect

February 15

One of the most common criticisms of teachers found on websites that rate college professors is that certain instructors have an accent that makes them ...

Opinion: A team’s loss can never justify interpersonal violence

February 14

The excitement of watching sports lies in its competitive, adrenaline-infused nature.

Opinion: All first-years belong together on South Campus

February 14

People always complain that cross-cultural conversations and dialogue are few and far in between at UNC. While this problem is not unique to our university, ...

Opinion: We must remember the people Chapel Hill forgot

February 11

It is football Saturday in Chapel Hill. Fans from all over the state drive to campus to cheer on the Tar Heels.

Opinion: UNC must fight sexual violence at all levels

February 11

According to a report by The New York Times, professor Jason Lieb, a former molecular biologist at the University of Chicago, resigned from his position ...

Opinion: The invisible hand should keep itself off the Grind

February 10

As this board has stated in the past, we are wary of the process surrounding the privatization of UNC Student Stores. To add to our worries, the Daily ...

Opinion: Mr. and Miss UNC reinforce gender stereotypes

February 10

Every fall semester, usually in early October, we begin to see students in the Pit asking for signatures to get their names on the ballot for Mr. and ...

Opinion: Students need more information before separation

February 8

The issues around the proposed amendment to the student government constitution voters will consider today are not simple. No matter what result is reached, ...

Endorsement: Vote Bradley Opere for SBP

February 8

Bradley Opere is the best candidate to facilitate positive changes that will hopefully inspire students to become more involved in campus and state politics. ...

Opinon: Wilson Sink represents the status quo

February 8

Wilson Sink has a strong, thorough platform. He has shown an in-depth knowledge of campus, town and state issues and has provided actionable steps to ...

Opinion: John Taylor lacks the resume of an SBP

February 8

John Taylor lacks the specific knowledge and experience to be student body president.

Opinion: Gifted programs are segregating schools further

February 7

When North Carolina public schools were fully desegregated in 1972, many believed access to education for black and minority students would increase — ...

Opinion: Commitments should be upheld despite stress

February 7

Imagine you are a kid or teenager, struggling with school and life, but today you get to spend time with a student-tutor from UNC. This person is your ...

Opinion: NC should remove senseless handicaps on craft breweries

February 4

The Olde Mecklenburg Brewery, an up-and-coming craft brewery based in Charlotte, announced earlier this month that it was pulling out of a large investment ...

Opinion: Greek life needs to update policies for LGBTQ inclusion

February 4

These are queer times indeed. If this statement makes you uncomfortable, consider the consequences queer and transfolk face when we continue to ignore, ...

Opinion: Student elections are key to bringing change to UNC

February 3

This editorial board has not held back our criticisms of student government. We understand how frustrating student politics can be.