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'Musical worlds within prisons': Story of death row inmate performed

By Jessica Walker | March 3

Rap and Redemption on Death Row is based on the correspondence between death row inmate Alim Braxton and UNC music professor Mark Katz. The performance ...

UNC community reflects on namesake as Spencer Residence Hall reaches 100th anniversary

By Maeson Wagner | March 3

The Spencer Residence Hall was built in 1924 as the first women’s residence hall at UNC. The hall was named after Cornelia Phillips Spencer in 1927, ...

Consititution Avenue is cleared for the parade following Donald Trump's inauguration on Jan 21, 2017. The Capital Building is adorned with American flags.

'A problem that doesn't exist': Faculty concerned about legislative influence in curriculum

By Aidan Lockhart | March 3

Two new student learning outcomes were approved by the Board of Governors Committee on Educational Planning, Policies and Programs on Wednesday. The full ...

Ackland Art Museum in process of acquiring 'anti-Putin' works

By Claire Harutunian | February 28

Peter Nisbet, the deputy director for curatorial affairs at the Ackland, said in an email that the museum’s monthly meeting included a spirited discussion ...

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UNC to launch new Bachelor of Science in applied physical sciences

By Daneen Khan | February 28

Beginning with the class of 2028, students will be able to apply to earn a B.S. degree in applied physical sciences on one of two concentration tracks. ...

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'Therapy should be affordable to everyone': CAPS addresses financial burdens of therapy

By Samantha Nichols | February 27

Heels Care Network, which was launched in 2022, enables students to search mental health resources on campus, but some misconceptions about the financial ...

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'A really cool experience': UNC a capella groups balance commitment and fun

By Aidan Lockhart | February 27

According to the president of the Clef Hangers, Imani Chabikuli, a cappella can be a big commitment for students.

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UNC Police welcomes new therapy dog, asks for community input on name

By Sofia Szostczuk | February 27

Community members can vote on the name of UNC Police's new goldendoodle puppy until Feb. 28.

'Listening to the world': UNC Beat Lab allows students to explore beatmaking

By Maria Sullivan | February 26

The UNC Beat Lab was founded in 2013 by UNC John P. Barker Distinguished Professor of Music Mark Katz, who transformed a tuba storage space into a place ...

'Extremely bad': UNC Board of Elections working to address low voter turnout

By Maeson Wagner | February 26

Out of the 31,778 eligible voters in this spring’s UNC student body general elections, 2,293 students voted, for an overall turnout of 7.22 percent. ...

UNC students participate in national day of action against Starbucks

By Ananya Cox | February 26

Students gathered on the steps of South Building Thursday to express support for Starbucks Workers United during a national day of action that included ...

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Music students and faculty reflect on role of mental health in music

By Keerthana Gotur | February 26

Kenan Music Scholar Ryan Phillips said that while playing music can be a stress-reliever, it also can have negative impacts on mental health.

Eshelman School of Pharmacy initiative receives $200,000 grant

By Dallia Lindell | February 26

The School of Pharmacy was awarded $200,000 to support its efforts to improve access to medically underserved communities across North Carolina. The school ...

'You feel a sense of unity': The history of UNC's alma mater 'Hark the Sound'

By Adele Morris | February 26

“Hark the Sound” dates back to the 1800s, when the UNC Glee Club first performed the song at the University’s 1897 graduation ceremony.

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Mural in UNC government school commemorates historical sit-in

By Claire Harutunian | February 26

"SERVICE," which was commissioned in 2008 and unveiled in 2010, depicts 40 African American civic leaders including educators, activists and politicians ...

MSA hosts third annual MET event with guest speaker Imam Wisam Sharieff

By Zora Hollie | February 25

On Friday, students gathered in the Great Hall of the Student Union to hear from Imam Wisam Sharieff, who founded the program Quran Revolution. Many Muslim ...

Faculty Council discusses affirmative action, chancellor search at February meeting

By Alyssa Acevedo | February 25

The UNC-Chapel Hill Faculty Council and General Faculty held a joint meeting on Friday, Feb. 23 in Kerr Hall to discuss various updates regarding the ...

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'Goes beyond words': UNC Health incorporates music in health care

By Akash Bhowmik | February 25

First officially introduced to UNC Health in 2018, music therapy is the use of music to achieve clinical therapeutic goals, promote mental health outcomes ...

Carolina Engagement Week aims to connect students with community projects

By Lena Miano | February 25

From Feb. 26 to March 1, students and community members can partake in workshops, research presentations, classes and other activities.

UNC partners with UCSF to house public depository after Juul settlement

By Bridget Reeder and Emmy Benton | February 22

North Carolina Attorney General Josh Stein’s office filed a lawsuit against Juul Labs concerning their marketing tactics in 2019. Now, UNC's University ...