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Column: Is TSA right to lift mask mandates?

By Raymond Pang | April 25

"This summer, don’t let COVID-19 stop you from taking that trip you’ve been planning for months, or from exploring new sights and expanding your horizons. ...

Editorial: Inconsistent grading disadvantages undergraduate students

By Editorial Board | April 20

"While grades matter more for those seeking to go to graduate school, they’re still a major source of stress for most students. Therefore, colleges ...

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Editorial: The discipline and achievement gaps that harm students of color

By Editorial Board | April 18

"In particular, minority students often feel the effects of harsher discipline in schools, which can affect their academic performance and career trajectories. ...

Editorial: Get on board with electric vehicles

By Editorial Board | April 17

"Other communities in the Triangle should follow in Chapel Hill and Chatham County's footsteps in producing cleaner emissions, and recommit to being net-zero ...

Editorial: Durham's gun buyback presents solutions for Orange County

By Editorial Board | April 12

"Durham County has taken the lead when it comes to minimizing firearm-related violence. And it's crucial that Orange County, the Town of Chapel ...

Editorial: How an exercise routine can improve mental and physical health

By Editorial Board | April 12

"More nutritious eating habits, better scheduling, higher self-confidence and a new perspective on life as a college student are just some of the benefits ...

Editorial: The significance of Ketanji Brown Jackson's Supreme Court appointment

By Editorial Board | April 12

"The nomination and confirmation of Jackson to the Supreme Court has fostered a discussion about the historic lack of diversity on the nation's highest ...

Editorial: How to make your vote heard this election cycle

By Editorial Board | April 12

With the election being in May, this is when students need resources and support. To help bridge the gap in civic education, here’s the Editorial Board’s ...

Editorial: The 203 Project solves lacking access to crucial infrastructure

By Editorial Board | April 7

"A project like this will no doubt bring new life to Orange County, but more importantly, it will democratize resources and technology for those who might ...

Editorial: The Leandro case is crucial for equity for minority students

By Editorial Board | April 3

"Blocking any form of legislation compromises the education system of the state — and more specifically — the education of minority students."

Editorial: How to combat crowded shelters and decreasing adoptions

By Editorial Board | March 30

"OCAS needs the community's support to be able to continue rescuing animals and give them new homes. Adopting an animal from OCAS is an opportunity to ...

Editorial: Addressing the faculty pay gap at UNC

By Editorial Board | March 29

“Minorities in faculty and staff positions on our campus have significantly become underrepresented in specific fields and discussion, in part due to ...

Editorial: We can’t ignore gaps in Black maternal health care

By Editorial Board | March 29

"Black women are faced with structural racism, discrimination and sexism in a health care system not designed to support them."

Column: The loosening of COVID-19 restrictions is here to stay

By Raymond Pang | March 29

"Unless Orange County were to reimpose restrictions, the days of face coverings and social distancing will become a distant memory and life will continue ...

Editorial: Terry Magnuson's plagiarism starts conversation about academic integrity

By Editorial Board | March 24

"Magnuson’s departure shouldn’t be treated as just a one-off event, rather, it might signal the start of a long and difficult conversation regarding ...

Editorial: University financial resources don't go far enough

By Editorial Board | March 23

"Universities must act to create tangible and understandable financial plans to meet students' needs. This also means implementing financial advisers ...

Editorial: Student radio fills the gaps left by music streaming services

By Editorial Board | March 22

"Nowadays, our taste in music can be shaped by Spotify recommendations, TikTok algorithms and whatever friends happen to suggest. In this sense, any new ...

Editorial: Small business turnover is a sign of lacking local policy

By Editorial Board | March 22

"Because of the high turnover, it will ultimately be up to the city to decide whether to continue to seek out local companies to try to develop a successful ...

Editorial: Rising gas prices disproportionately harm college students

By Editorial Board | March 21

"It’s easy to blame the unpredictability of the global economy for this burden, but the true blame falls on inadequate wages. Workers, especially young ...

Editorial: UNC should provide free menstrual products

By Editorial Board | March 21

"Publicly provided products — available to all regardless of gender identity — need to be at the forefront of UNC's public health agenda. Students ...