October 2011 Archives

UNC sociologist puts protests in perspective

October 8, 2011

Students protesting on the steps of Wilson Library. Thousands occupying Wall Street. Who attends these protests and why?

Football team’s new twitter rules

October 8, 2011

In response to NCAA concerns about athletes’ social media use, UNC has enlisted an outside company to screen players’ Twitter posts.

Club football’s unexpected captain

October 8, 2011

They don’t play in Kenan Stadium, but the UNC Club Football team wears the same blue, and they are led by someone you wouldn’t expect.

Social media and the 1st amendment

October 8, 2011

A new study from the James L. Knight Foundation suggests the more students tweet, blog or use Facebook, the more they value free speech. But is that true at UNC?

Larger classes for grad students

October 8, 2011

Budget cuts mean larger classes, and many grad students are being asked to pick up the slack.

Teaching Fellows program may be saved

October 8, 2011

State legislators cut the program, but have since heard from so many citizens who want to save the it that they’re reconsidering.

UNC’s Olympic hopeful

October 7, 2011

Redshirt Senior David MacDonald is the first UNC diver to qualify for the Olympic Trials. He’ll compete in the three meter event.

Entire program – October 1, 2011

October 1, 2011

As UNC celebrates its annual “First Amendment Day,” some observers question the university’s commitment to a free press. Budget cuts mean shorter hours at the library. “Fracking” causes environmental worries in the Piedmont. UNC’s club football team has a surprising player.

UNC records policy questioned

October 1, 2011

Even as UNC celebrates First Amendment Day, some observers question the university’s commitment to freedom of the press.

Distracted walking poses threat

October 1, 2011

North Carolina is among the states that’s banned texting while driving. But it’s also dangerous to use portable electronics while walking.