Workshop aims to show how oral histories can preserve 'voices of the southern past'

The Southern Oral History Program collects oral histories through recorded interviews that are able to capture first person experiences. This creates ...

Coalition launches to address UNC governance concerns

Co-founded by Faculty Chairperson Mimi Chapman, the Coalition for Carolina launched publicly Thursday and has a mission to “support and defend the University ...

Column: The things I never learned in school, but should have

"I didn’t feel like general K-12 education had truly prepared me for life on my own, both inside and outside the college classroom — and I’m not ...

Editorial: The chancellor's commissions were made to be ignored

"These commissions are full of students, faculty, staff and community members who volunteer their time to discuss how to make Carolina better, but their ...

Editorial: UNC's COVID-19 testing needs to expand

"It’s imperative the University step up and use the resources available to them to expand testing, and to prevent further COVID-19 cases spiking further ...

Column: Giving journalism a better name

"You can recognize the monetary contributions Walter Hussman has made for journalism at UNC and still be critical of the values he stands for." 

Editorial: The feasibility of UNC mandating COVID-19 vaccines

The lack of a vaccine mandate has stirred frustration from students and faculty. The Editorial Board hopes to answer some frequently asked questions.

As UNC reopens in-person, students and faculty have COVID-19 safety concerns

As UNC begins the fall semester, thousands of people are returning to campus without a vaccine mandate, consistent gathering limits or physical distancing ...

UNC System to require weekly COVID-19 testing for unvaccinated students

The University will not require vaccination, but will instead follow the guidelines in the UNC System ‘Get Vaccinated or Get Tested Weekly’ requirement. ...

BOG discusses plans for new relationships with community colleges

The Board of Governors discussed recent UNC System controversies and updates on university and community college relations and reviewed tuition policy ...

Faculty Council holds emergency meeting over fears about removing Guskiewicz

Chapman admitted that Guskiewicz is “not perfect,” but that it wasn’t a good time for a change in leadership. “He is someone we know,” Chapman ...

Op-ed: Let's create a Coalition for Carolina

"Most importantly, the current governance structure means that we are unable, as an institution, to live our values. The faculty, staff and students cannot ...

Meet Sharon James, recipient of the BOG's 2021 Excellence in Teaching Award

UNC Classics Professor Sharon James selected for a 2021 Award for Excellence in Teaching by the UNC Board of Governors. 

LISTEN: University building renaming process and new BOG members

Board of Governors discusses fall operations, out-of-state HBCU enrollment caps

The Board of Governor's met Thursday to discuss fall operations, HBCU enrollment caps and UNC System Board of Trustee appointments. 

'Start educating yourself now': Groups around campus celebrate Earth Day

Plant a tree and make a friend. Earth Day is an appreciation for the planet we all share together. From planting flowers to being activists for the global ...

Column: PragerU, 'liberal lies' and the war against higher education

PragerU and Turning Point USA have given new life to the art of discrediting and devaluing higher education.

UNC System not planning to require COVID-19 vaccines for students returning this fall

The Faculty Council heard updates regarding COVID-19 vaccine requirements, resolutions supporting inclusivity on campus and the election of a new secretary ...

Wanna Smash, Bro?: UNC students unwind with virtual tournaments

“Smash is easy enough to get into that there’s a constant influx of new players,” Phil Register said. “It’s really satisfying to learn more ...