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Column: Studying abroad will broaden your horizons

By Eleanor Goldstein | September 1

"Whether it be studying abroad or another opportunity, put yourself in a situation that even when you may feel uncomfortable, allows you to grow personally, ...

Spring study abroad applications to open Aug. 1

By Madeline Reames | July 11

UNC offers various types of study abroad programs across more than 70 countries. The application for studying abroad in the spring with open on August ...

UNC Students for Justice in Palestine hosts die-in outside South Building

By Natalie Bradin and Dania Al Hadeethi | March 25

The demonstration was held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Friday as a part of a statewide effort to raise awareness about the thousands of Palestinians killed ...

Community members reflect on Shuford program almost 20 years after its creation

By Aidan Lockhart | October 16

The Shuford Program in Entrepreneurship allows students to complete an entrepreneurship minor in one semester, as well as provides scholarship-funded ...

Satire: Tips for returning from your semester abroad

By Hannah Kaufman | August 24

"As I would soon explain to friends, family, or anyone who would listen, my experience abroad was a blur of new faces and Vueling seat buckles. It was ...

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Russian Flagship Program pushes UNC students to immerse in language

By Lauren Lovitt | March 20

UNC's Russian Flagship Program allows students to further their experience with the Russian language and also to visit Russian-speaking countries through ...

Office DJ: Songs with destinations

By Reagan Allen | January 29

"This playlist is a reminder to me and those reading, travel as much as possible whether you go an hour away or across the globe — and do it while listening ...

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Carolina Global Photography Exhibition showcases students' international art

By Lauren Lovitt | January 23

The Carolina Global Photography Exhibition opened at the FedEx Global Education Center earlier this month for the first time since the start of the pandemic. The ...

UNC students participate in successful dig at an ancient synagogue

By Reagan Allen | September 11

Eleven students and specialists from UNC unearthed mosaics featuring biblical heroines from 1,600 years ago in a small village in Israel. This is the ...

Op-ed: Students for Justice in Palestine respond to recent DTH column's removal

August 31

"Unless expressing unequivocal support, criticism of Israel is invariably maligned as “antisemitic,” as the response to DTH’s article demonstrates." ...

Study abroad applications open for spring 2023

By Natalie McCormick | August 14

Spring 2023 study abroad applications opened on August 1 through the UNC Study Abroad Office. The office welcomes students to learn about the basics of ...

Column: Welcome to your college student era

By Claire Burch | August 13

"You’re not in Positano, you’re in Lenoir Dining Hall — but that’s okay. Possessing the ability to see the value in a memorable season of life ...

UNC students reflect on their study abroad experiences around the world

By Emily Shih | June 23

UNC students have travelled to dozens of places around the world and experienced new cultures, environments and perspectives. Current and former students ...

Column: The post-COVID-19 study abroad blip

By Layla Peykamian | January 31

"Due to the pandemic, many students who planned on studying abroad earlier in their college careers had their plans rescheduled. And rescheduled again. ...

Column: Being an ethical traveler doesn’t stop after you come home

By Layla Peykamian | August 24

"Learning a few phrases in Greek didn’t result in me being forever changed and well-traveled. Understanding my role in relation to the rest of the world ...

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Despite COVID-19 restrictions, 30 faculty members have continued research abroad

By Kennedy Rushing | May 3

Some UNC professors plan to travel abroad this coming summer and fall to work on research projects delayed by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Then vs. now: How UNC got students home while they studied abroad mid-pandemic

By Kennedy Rushing | March 9

About 400 UNC students were studying abroad during the spring 2020 semester. But on March 17, the University canceled all study abroad programs after ...

Then vs. now: UNC Study Abroad Office transitions to virtual opportunities

By Kennedy Rushing | March 9

Whether from their computer screen or in another country, the Study Abroad Office has adapted amid COVID-19 to offer students opportunities for a "global ...

'We're prepared': UNC students plan to go global for spring study abroad

By Evan Castillo | September 30

Heather Ward, associate dean of study abroad and international exchanges, said students have applied to study in 27 countries, rather than the typical ...

'A really cruel move': International students express concern over ICE visa restrictions

By Maydha Devarajan | July 9

On July 6, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement announced changes to temporary exemptions for students on F-1 and M-1 visas taking online classes ...