February 2021 Archives

UNC tuition will remain the same for in-state students, but rise for out-of-staters

February 19, 2021

The UNC System Board of Governors voted to keep in-state tuition the same, but increased student fees and attendance costs for out-of-state students.

Farmers milk profits from cow share programs, but experts warn of health dangers from raw milk

February 19, 2021

It’s illegal to sell fresh milk straight from the cow in North Carolina because of its health risks. But farmers are getting around that by selling shares of the cow.

Stepping up to bat: New UNC baseball coach takes charge in an unprecedented season

February 19, 2021 Daniel Myrick

Longtime pitching coach Scott Forbes is starting his head coaching career in the midst of a global pandemic, but he’s looking forward to his first season.

Mask up… please: Positive reinforcement may be key in establishing universal masking

February 19, 2021

A new UNC study found that positive reinforcement may be the key in encouraging people to wear masks.

Carolina Connection – Feb. 13, 2021

February 12, 2021

Students who rushed Franklin St. after the UNC/Duke basketball game defend the celebration, as others raise questions about safety and privilege. UNC is investigating hundreds of possible violations to the COVID-19 community standards as a result of the celebration. Several members of the men’s basketball team who were caught partying maskless following the game will face internal discipline, but no suspensions. Meanwhile, a group of UNC faculty is calling for Chancellor Kevin Guskiewicz’ resignation for his handling of the Silent Sam settlement. Students now volunteering at COVID-19 testing centers. We hear how singles and people in pandemic relationships plan to mark Valentine’s Day.

Students who rushed Franklin St. defend actions as others raise questions about safety and privilege

February 12, 2021

Ignoring the ongoing pandemic, people rushed Franklin Street after the UNC men’s basketball team beat Duke.

Chapel Hill mayor says there’s no excuse for rushing Franklin St. as it put community at risk

February 12, 2021

Mayor Pam Hemminger says that celebrating the Duke basketball win on Franklin Street was not worth putting the entire Chapel Hill community at risk.

UNC basketball under fire after players caught partying maskless

February 12, 2021

UNC basketball players were caught partying maskless, leading to a cancelled game and questions about what this means for the rest of the season.

Students volunteer at COVID-19 testing sites to help community, meet service requirements

February 12, 2021 Daniel Myrick

For students whose degree programs require community service work, volunteering at campus testing sites is a popular option,

Class of 2025 navigates pandemic uncertainties in their journey to become Tar Heels

February 12, 2021

UNC has sent out admission decisions to the Class of 2025, who will start their college careers despite pandemic uncertainties.