2011 Archives

Student can’t afford to finish degree

November 19, 2011

A local woman continues to protest tuition hikes after dropping out of UNC three years ago.

Board of Trustees pass unprecedented tuition increase

November 19, 2011

Students protested this week as UNC’s Board of Trustees passed a 15.6% tuition increase to try to mend this year’s $100 million budget cut.

UNC reviews abuse reporting policy

November 19, 2011

The university started the review months before news broke about alleged sexual abuse at Penn State.

UNC quarterback’s sister shines

November 19, 2011

Most Tar Heels know the Renner family through starting quarterback Bryn Renner. But his older sister Summer is a star in her own right.

Budget cuts may affect campus bus routes

November 19, 2011

The Department of Public Safety says there may be reduced bus service on campus next year.

Entire program – November 12, 2012

November 12, 2011

The UNC Board of Governors considers a historically large tuition increase. New research shows that the dreaded “Freshman 15” is a myth. More students try to eat local food. We travel to San Diego for the “Carrier Classic” basketball game.

UNC considers drastic tuition measure

November 12, 2011

The conversation about a potential hefty one-time increase in tuition in the UNC system began at this week’s Board of Governors’ meeting.

Former UNC president voices budget concerns

November 12, 2011

C.D. Spangler says that a one-time, unlimited tuition increase for in-state students is an awful idea.

Local restaurant to open distillery

November 12, 2011

Downtown restaurant and bar Top of the Hill is dipping into the hard liquor business by opening a distillery on West Franklin Street.

Local food on campus

November 12, 2011

A lot of UNC students are trying to eat better and eat local. In fact, UNC campus dining services has made a point of adding local food into its recipes.