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'Do I spend all my money?': Graduate students grapple with finding affordable housing

By Madeleine Ahmadi | January 23

UNC offers on-campus housing for graduate students, including Baity Hill Apartments. Graduate students also look off-campus for housing but find that ...

Q&A: UNC System President Peter Hans discusses the search for the next chancellor

By Lauren Rhodes and Ashley Quincin | January 23

University Editor Lauren Rhodes and Assistant University Editor Ashley Quincin sat down with UNC System President Peter Hans to discuss the search ...

'Serve, love and support': Student launches organization to address nurse burnout

By Isabella Hopkins | January 21

The organization is still in the early stages of launching, but its president hopes to provide care and spiritual support for nurses at UNC.

UNC sophomore Rotimi Kukoyi makes the most of his 'Jeopardy!' Second Chance

By Amie Cooke | January 15

Kukoyi was invited to compete in the "Second Chance" competition that aired on Jan. 9. Winning the first game, advanced Kukoyi to the tournament’s next ...

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Q&A: Chancellor Lee Roberts reflects on his goals as interim chancellor

By Lauren Rhodes | January 15

On Chancellor Lee Roberts's first day as interim chancellor, University Editor Lauren Rhodes sat down with him to discuss his new role and future plans ...

'Free, easy, anonymous': Student organizations work to distribute emergency contraceptives

By Celia Funderburk | January 15

Planned Parenthood Generation Action at UNC Chapel Hill will be launching its anonymous emergency contraceptive delivery service in February.

UNC events and clubs kickoff the spring semester

By Isabella Hopkins | January 9

Whether you're looking to meet new people, join a book club or learn more about social justice, there are plenty of ways for students to get involved ...

41 faculty members recognized for “broad influence” in their research

By Akash Bhowmik | January 9

In 2023, 41 UNC faculty members were named to Clarivate's 2023 Highly Cited Researchers list. Researchers were selected based on metrics such as citation ...

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'We’re excited to dive in:' Carolina Women's Center welcomes new leadership

By Liza Smith | January 8

Shauna Harris and Shelley Kennedy officially became director and assistant director, respectively, of the Carolina Women’s Center on Jan 2. Leadership ...

Senior Bucket List: Tar Heel traditions to take part in before graduation

By Lauren Lovitt | January 7

As seniors arrive back to campus for their final semester, many are looking forward to UNC's senior traditions. Whether it's senior bar golf or climbing ...

Lee Roberts, former state budget director, announced as University interim chancellor

By Lauren Rhodes | December 15

UNC System President Peter Hans named Lee Roberts as the University's interim chancellor, beginning Jan. 12.

'Something I never saw coming': Students celebrate representation-based projects at UNC

By Liza Smith | December 6

Student achievements this year include the founding of AMEXCAN chapter at UNC, Crips in College and the first Black Pre-Law Association, as well as the ...

'Candyland meets Terraforming Mars;' Students develop climate-based board game

By Michael Singleton | December 6

The board game, called Climatopia, educates players about climate-enhanced natural disasters.

UNC student-run publications see year punctuated by creativity

By Mila Mascenik | December 5

This year, familiar student-run publications like Cellar Door and the Health Humanities Journal of UNC-Chapel Hill gave voice to writers and artists of ...

Student activists made an impact on campus in 2023

By Akash Bhowmik | December 5

In 2023, many international and domestic issues became localized to UNC's campus through student protests — ranging from increasing University housekeeper ...

THE 32-HOUR FIGHT FOR ACCESSIBILITY AT UNC

'Definitely on the right track': Students reflect on campus accessibility in 2023

By Isabella Hopkins | December 5

From elevators to laboratories, students saw an effort to improve accessibility at UNC in 2023.

Gaps in UNC mental health resources exposed by 2023 gun violence

By Lucy Kraus | December 5

Throughout the calendar year, the University expanded its well-being programs and parts of the campus community provided additional support.

UNC administrators, state politicians alarmed by Students for Justice in Palestine

By Aisha Baiocchi | December 5

Emails obtained by The Daily Tar Heel show members of the UNC administration and state officials commenting on UNC's Students for Justice in Palestine ...

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From Young Nudy to Mike Pence: A look into the biggest campus events of 2023

By Natalie Bradin | December 5

From the annual Sunset Serenade in Polk Place to the first-ever Pro-Choice Pit Party, students came together in 2023 to celebrate lasting traditions and ...

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UNC Undergraduate Senate passes first finished constitution since 2017

By Maeson Wagner | December 3

Andrew Gary, speaker of the Undergraduate Senate, said the new constitution is filled with checks and balances, as well as requirements that make issues ...