April 2016 Archives

Protests interrupt another Board of Governors meeting

April 16, 2016

Where UNC System President Margaret Spellings goes, protesters still follow. But UNC Board of Governors members are growing frustrated with the protesters’ interruptions.

What are the limits of campus free speech?

April 16, 2016

A new study reveals that nationally, students feel their speech is protected. But there’s a growing debate about speech on campus.

Student protester reflects on motives, cost of protesting

April 16, 2016

UNC student Madeleine Scanlon opens up about very little, but doesn’t hold back when it comes to the issues she cares about.

Local club encourages girls to get into computer science

April 16, 2016

A local chapter of “Girls Who Code” seeks to break down barriers for girls interested in computer science.

Students cut food waste through composting

April 16, 2016

Through residential programs, special packaging, and green events, UNC is making it easier for students to compost on campus.

Yoga classes part of mental health treatment for some students

April 16, 2016

Psychologists at UNC are recommending yoga to patients with mental health issues.

Professors’ Nobel Prize medals to go on display

April 16, 2016

UNC unveiled an exhibit in Davis Library featuring the medals of its two Nobel Prize winners, Oliver Smithies and Aziz Sancar.

Men’s lacrosse looks to close out the season strong

April 15, 2016

The UNC men’s lacrosse team is hoping to end the regular season strong before the postseason begins later this month.

Protesters flooded Franklin St. Tuesday night, calling for the repeal of North Carolina's new law that preempts local non-discrimination ordinances.

Spellings, Folt express opposition to new law

April 9, 2016 ccepisodes

For the first time, UNC officials are expressing their opposition the new state law to overturns local non-discrimination ordinances. They say it’s affecting UNC’s ability to recruit students, faculty, and conferences.

Entire program – Apr. 9, 2016

April 9, 2016 ccepisodes

Chancellor Folt and UNC System President Margaret Spellings state their opposition to North Carolina’s new discrimination law. Chapel Hill prepared for an NCAA championship celebration that never happened. Students try to make Wikipedia more inclusive. Your office decor and email signature may affect your workplace success.