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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 ...

Three years later, students and faculty reflect on EMES Department merger

By Amena Matcheswala | January 8

In 2021, the geological sciences and marine sciences departments merged to create the Department of Earth, Marine and Environmental Sciences. Three ...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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 ...

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.

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UNC Albums and Record Society connects Black students through music

By Dallia Lindell | November 17

The society, founded in 2021, has worked towards creating an inclusive environment for Black students to explore how music impacts their experiences.

UNC offers new self-defense LFIT class after monthslong push by student

By Lauren Lovitt | November 9

"Self defense is something that you can take power in and it can boost your confidence," UNC fifth-year Eszter Rimanyi said. "It can make you feel ...

Chancellor, provost address tension on campus, call for peaceful dialogue about Israel-Gaza war

By Lauren Rhodes | November 9

In a campus-wide email sent on Thursday, Chancellor Kevin Guskiewicz and Provost Chris Clemens condemned "corrosive" behavior at UNC related to the war ...

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'Do I have the money?': Some graduate students grapple with gaps in insurance coverage

By Amena Matcheswala | November 8

The Graduate Student Health Insurance Program provides insurance to graduate workers serving as research assistants, teaching assistants, fellows or trainees ...

Word on the Street: Do you feel prepared for Election Day?

By Lena Miano | November 8

On Oct. 6, staff writer Lena Miano asked students in the Pit, "Do you feel prepared for Election Day?"

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'Why would they do that?': Faculty reflect on restrictions for distinguished professorships

By Brooke Elliott | November 7

“I always thought it was the next honor one would aspire to, to be given this kind of position, and I appreciated it very much,” Philip Gura, UNC’s ...

'Completely overlooked': UNC researcher explores how menstrual cycles affect sports science

By Ava Wharton | November 7

According to a 2021 study in the Women in Sport and Physical Activity Journal, only 6 percent of sports and exercise science research published between ...

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'Invest in Indigenous education': UNC hosts series of events for American Indian Heritage Month

By Charlotte Wilkerson | November 6

The events include speakers, dancing and free food for students and community members.

'A jewel on this campus': Wilson Library to close until 2027 pending renovations

By Keerthana Gotur | November 6

Three official priorities for the renovation project are extending sprinkler coverage, creating emergency exit stairs and upgrading the fire alarm system ...

Diaspora Festival of Black and Independent Film celebrates diverse filmmakers

By Celia Funderburk | November 5

Hosted by the Sonja Haynes Stone Center for Black Culture and History, the festival celebrates and promotes the work of Black and independent filmmakers. ...

Hussman School to launch new political communication certificate next fall

By Samantha Nichols | November 2

Faculty members involved said the creation of the program was driven by a high demand among students for political communication courses. The program ...

Legislators discuss bipartisan healthcare policies at pharmacy school forum

By Isabella Hopkins | October 31

The event joined Sen. Gale Adcock (D-Wake) and Rep. Wayne Sasser (R-Montgomery, Stanly) to discuss bipartisan partnerships in healthcare.

'Not an ideal time to be conservative': Ben Carson speaks on UNC Campus

By Brooke Elliott | October 31

In his speech, Carson spoke about his stance on liberalism and Christian faith in the United States.