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Eshelman Institute pursues digital health solutions for Black N.C. community

By Satchel Walton | February 21

A new grant will now allow UNC’s Eshelman Institute for Innovation to help create PowerUp, an initiative to address food insecurity and mental ...

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UNC Center for the Study of Retired Athletes researches lasting effects of sports injuries

By Liza Smith and Sydney Beyer | February 20

The UNC Center for the Study of Retired Athletes is a place for research to be conducted regarding sports-related concussions and the correlation between ...

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UNC PakSoc hosts Basant festival to support flood relief efforts in Pakistan

By Eilah Wood | February 19

This Friday, the UNC Pakistan Society will hold the Basant Festival — a celebration of the arrival of spring through flying traditional Pakistani kites. This ...

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UNC named a Top-Producing Institution for Fulbright U.S. students

By Defne Önal | February 19

“These different touch points of global experiences, having strong academic background, curiosity and ambition. Those are things that contribute to ...

BeAM aims to improve sustainability, accessibility

By Akash Bhowmik | February 19

The University's BeAM, or "Be A Maker" spaces emphasize utilizing sustainable materials and advancing their practices with new technology.

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Vann says Robinson supreme court nomination isn't official; Senate speaker says it is

By Liv Reilly , Guillermo Molero and Caitlyn Yaede | February 17

Student Body President Taliajah "Teddy" Vann said she does not recognize her nomination of former Student Body Vice President Sam Robinson to serve on ...

Amiee N. Wall named new dean of UNC School of Government

By Allie Kelly | February 17

Amiee N. Wall has been named as the new dean for the UNC School of Government, according to a campus-wide email sent Friday. She succeeds Mike Smith, ...

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Asian American Students Association to host kaleidoscope-themed cultural showcase

By Lauren Lovitt | February 16

For over three decades, Journey Into Asia has given students the opportunity to share their culture through dance, poetry, spoken word and songs. ...

Sam Robinson steps down as undergraduate vice president, applies to be on student supreme court

By Liv Reilly | February 16

Undergraduate Vice President Sam Robinson has announced his resignation from his position effective immediately in a letter addressed to current Student ...

'A massive, massive surplus': Student government deals with nearly $1 million in unspent funds

By Satchel Walton | February 16

Due to pandemic-related low activity, nearly a million dollars of in unallocated UNC Undergraduate Senate funds were carried over to this year. Of the ...

Andrew Sisk, Diplomat in Residence returns to North Carolina, guides UNC students

By Ashley Quincin | February 15

After more than 23 years working for the State Department, the last 17 of which were served overseas, Andrew Sisk returns to North Carolina as UNC and ...

Emails reveal trustee's communication with Wall Street Journal prior to resolution approval

By Abby Pender | February 15

Board of Trustees Vice Chairperson John Preyer communicated with the Wall Street Journal editorial team about the School for Civic Life and Leadership ...

SBP Candidate TJ Edwards focuses on accessibility, bettering student experiences

By Amie Cooke | February 15

TJ Edwards is a junior at UNC who is running for Student Body President in the 2023 election. Their platform focuses on accessibility for those with mental ...

SBP Candidate Christopher Everett aims to create a more inclusive University environment

By Jessica Walker | February 15

Christopher Everett is running for Student Body President in the 2023 term. His campaign focuses on “Carolina for Everyone" and creating an inclusive ...

UNC Hussman email inquiry sparks privacy concerns, sees little progress

By Kayla Hallac | February 15

Several months after more details were released about UNC's investigation into the leak of the Walter Hussman donor agreement, many still have questions. There ...

UNC community continues to call for Asian American Studies program

By Maeson Wagner | February 14

Students for Asian American Studies at UNC (SAAS) — a student-led organization — launched a petition last week with demands to expand the Asian ...

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Bringing Southeast Asia Home extends mission, creates community

By Brianna Atkinson | February 14

Bringing Southeast Asia Home, a UNC initiative funded by a $900,000 award from the Henry Luce Foundation, continues to expand its resources to enhance ...

Stone Center releases spring exhibit, focuses on slavery and the past

By Mary Mungai | February 14

The Sonja Haynes Stone Center for Black Culture and History has begun its spring exhibit and speaker series for the semester. The collection offers a ...

Q&A: María Estorino begins position as University Librarian

By Emi Maerz | February 14

Two weeks ago, María Estorino began her journey as the new vice provost for University Libraries and University librarian. Staff Writer Emi Maerz ...

Student Body President Candidate Sam Robinson suspends his campaign

By Liv Reilly | February 9

UNC Undergraduate Vice President Sam Robinson announced he has ended his bid for 2023 student body president after being confirmed yesterday as a certified ...