Campus community talks post-election mental health strategies
By Zora Hollie | November 10Following last week's election, the campus community discussed stress levels and coping mechanisms.
Following last week's election, the campus community discussed stress levels and coping mechanisms.
After the University announced a reduction in well-being days starting next semester, students said the change demonstrates a lack of intentionality in prioritizing wellness. The change aims to both meet academic calendar requirements and promote mental health.
Professors Frank Baumgartner and Keely Muscatell weigh in on what diversity, equity and inclusion mean to them.
The UNC Institute for Global Health and Infectious Diseases and the University of Zambia collaborated to create an artificial intelligence-enabled model of an ultrasound device to provide accurate gestational age estimates, which may revolutionize pregnancy care in middle-income countries across the world.
Co-founders Donovan Zimmerman and Jan Burger voice their vision on improving accessibility at the Forest Theater.
The plan, which will be proposed to the UNC Board of Trustees in May, includes changes to the parking permit structure and pricing. These proposed changes lower the cost of parking but do not abolish the fees for UNC employees.
UNC housekeepers' petition addresses growing concerns as new deduction is forced upon employees who park on campus in conjunction with unlivable wages.
"Soak it all in," Lou Patalano, class of 1995, said. "Whether it be walking on the quad, looking around on a nice sunny day. Whether it be going down to Franklin Street or barhopping, enjoy it."
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 students in attendance appreciated the feeling of community that this event provided.
While tabling to celebrate, students from the Muslim Student Association answered questions from people who may be curious about what a hijab is and why it's worn.