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UNC community looks back on campus security and safety in 2023

By Madeleine Ahmadi | December 5

The Aug. 28 shooting, among other events, propelled the UNC community into action, calling for the University to improve safety protocols on campus.

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.

Demand for emergency preparedness trainings spike after recent on-campus gun incidents

By Samantha Nichols | December 5

384 University employees have undergone an online active shooter training provided by the University between Aug. 1 and Oct. 31.

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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Q&A: Chancellor Kevin Guskiewicz reflects on triumphs and trials of 2023

By Emmy Martin | December 5

As 2023 winds down, Editor-in-Chief Emmy Martin sat down with Chancellor Kevin Guskiewicz to talk about victories UNC has experienced and unprecedented ...

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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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'Nothing short of miraculous': Bob Blouin retires after 20 years at UNC

By Lena Miano | December 3

During his time as dean, Blouin transformed the Eshelman School of Pharmacy from a “middle-of-the-pack” institute regarding rankings 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 ...

Word on the Street: What's the best thing that's happened to you this semester and why?

By Celia Funderburk | November 30

At the end of a semester that was far from normal, staff writer Celia Funderburk talked to students to see what some of the lighter moments have been. ...

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First class of students apply to UNC since Supreme Court ruled against affirmative action

By Olivia Metelo | November 29

Changes include the removal of race as a factor during any stage of the admissions process, including using race as a “benefit” for an applicant profile ...

As Guskiewicz considers departure, some faculty are concerned over possible destabilization

By Abby Pender and Ashley Quincin | November 29

UNC has faced political tensions between the Board of Trustees, the General Assembly and the chancellor, which could have contributed to Chancellor ...

Eve Carson poses for a portrait in front of the Old Well on Oct. 8, 2007. The Eve Carson Scholarship, established in honor of 2008 UNC Student Body President Eve Carson, awards students for their leadership and service on campus.

Photo Courtesy of The Eve Carson Scholarship Executive Committee/Mary Moore McLean.

Eve Carson Scholarship to welcome 15th class

By Daneen Khan | November 28

The scholarship was created to pay tribute to 2008 UNC Student Body President Eve Marie Carson, who envisioned a scholarship that awarded UNC juniors ...

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Column: The CLE requirement only increases student disinterest

By Mary Blake Nobles | November 28

"It’s perfectly understandable that UNC wants to increase student engagement and event attendance. They’re just going about it the wrong way."

Students voice concerns over conditions in recreational facilities

By Kamryn Hailey | November 28

86 percent of students surveyed this fall said that on-campus recreational facilities were “too crowded.”

UNC to cover some students' tuition in 2024-2025 through new financial aid program

By Natalie McCormick | November 28

Beginning in 2024, the University will begin covering the tuition of undergraduate in-state students whose families make less than $80,000 a year.

Shooting suspect Tailei Qi found unfit for trial in professor’s death

By Abby Pender and Lauren Rhodes | November 27

Tailei Qi, the suspect charged with the murder of UNC associate professor Zijie Yan, has been found unfit to continue to trial due to mental illness.

University announces change in leadership, location for Carolina Women's Center

By Lauren Rhodes | November 27

Shauna Harris will become the Carolina Women's Center's new director on Jan. 2.

UNC faculty and staff gain access to AI generative tool Microsoft Copilot

By Brooke Elliott | November 26

UNC faculty and staff can now access Microsoft Copilot — formerly known as Bing Chat Enterprise — through the University's Information and Technology ...