Brooke Bauman

It's easier than ever to recycle in Orange County and at UNC

Recycling centers in Orange and Durham counties are stepping up their game and helping people incorporate recycling into their lives more seamlessly. Find out how UNC is taking steps to create a greener planet, from competitive dorm games to having pick-up points on campus for certain materials such as plastic bags. Other companies are even incorporating recyclable material into clothes, including UNC graduation gowns.

Durham principal shrunk achievement gap at one school, but district numbers stagnate

Public schools across the state are technically integrated, but growth gaps and performance discrepancies between races indicates that a lot of work is yet to be done to give all students equal access to education.  One principal is making leaps and bounds to make his school better. 

How to heal when disaster strikes: UNC pharamacist helps Puerto Rico hurricane survivors

Jennifer Kelly, a critical care pharmacist at UNC who works in the emergency department, has combined her medical training with a passion for service. As a member of the Disaster Medical Assistance Team under the Federal Government, Kelly was able to serve communities affected by Hurricane Irma and Harvey. University Desk staff writer Brooke Bauman, sat down with her to talk about her experience.    

'We’re already on our way' to a more sustainable future, Earth Day Keynote speaker says

Climate change isn’t typically considered a topic to debate over the dinner table, but Susan Joy Hassol is on a mission to start that conversation. 

UNC School of Medicine discovers new evidence regarding the risks of vaping

As e-liquids gained popularity, the world said goodbye to that quintessential smoke smell. The vaping and e-cigarette industries have introduced flavored liquids, ranging from Blue Raspberry Cotton Candy to Frozen Lime Drop. But as a recent series of studies from the UNC School of Medicine suggests, there may be some toxic ingredients masked behind these enticing names.

Immigration panel gets opinions from across the globe on entrepreneurship and diversity

On Tuesday, immigrants from all corners of the globe gathered to discuss their common roots in business in North Carolina. The Center for the Study of the American South hosted their signature 2018 Chandler Conversation in Southern Business History. Panelists discussed their stories as immigrant entrepreneurs who established themselves as businesspeople in North Carolina.

Get your red suits on ladies, Kathryn Heath wants women on top of the corporate ladder

When it comes to professional development, the "pink seat" often underestimates the worth of women in the workplace. That's why Kathryn Heath outlines how women can take ownership of their careers at a local leadership lecture.

Chapel Hill jump rope team triumphed in world contest in Tokyo

The Bouncing Bulldogs of Chapel Hill made history in Japan by bringing the first all-female all-American group to the contest, which advanced to the final day.

UNC International Justice Mission calls on students to help end modern slavery

The global Christian nonprofit encourages students to call their senators and state representatives to end human trafficking through the allocation of funds.  

Put me in, Coach: "Walk-On U" spotlights UNC's walk-ons

For every starting lineup of a college football team, there is a crew of guys who may never get to take a snap in a game. These walk-ons manage to balance tough school work and regimented practices without being compensated with benefits that scholarship players receive. 

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Willliam Coffey removes materials from a recycling bin that contaminate the stream.

recycling orange county

recycling orange county

At the Orange County Waste and Recycling Center on Eubanks Road, residents can drop off large plastic objects that they no longer need.

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Junior Michelle Hugo, senior Mandy Spalding and sophomore Parker Marshall  staff a table for UNC's chapter of the International Justice Mission. 

Sports BSchool

Chi Nwogu gives Deborah Stroman a hug following the Impact Symposium at Kenan Flagler Business School on November 3rd.