September 2022 Archives

Feeling a little theatrical? UNC has a new musical theater minor

September 16, 2022 Emma Cooke

While UNC produces several musical productions every year, there has never been an academic track. That;s changing w with the introduction of a new musical theater minor.

Auction provides cheap wheels by peddling bikes left on campus

September 16, 2022 Tajahn Wilson

The annual event held by UNC Transportation and Parking sells off bicycles that have been abandoned on campus. Nearly 200 bikes were auctioned this year.

Amid a rift in the United Methodist Church, local congregations continue to affirm LGBTQ+ congregants

September 16, 2022 Chris Kammerer

The United Methodist Church in the U.S. has been in upheaval since the passing of the “Traditional Plan” in 2019. Here’s a look at how two Triangle-area churches have been responding.

Carolina Connection – Sep. 3, 2022

September 3, 2022

Some North Carolina cities are helping restaurants and bars rebound from the COVID-19 pandemic by creating social drinking districts. The arrest of a Carolina student sparks outrage across campus. UNC’s Hussman School of Journalism and Media welcomes a new dean who hopes to address diversity concerns. A rare trip to Boone for the Tar Heel football team has led to high ticket prices. Seniors are excited to experience their first normal semester in three years.

ALE officers face pushback for the arrest of a UNC student on Franklin St.

September 2, 2022 Tajahn Wilson and Brianna Atkinson

The arrest of a UNC student by ALE officers on Franklin Street last week has led to concerns about racial profiling and excessive use of force.

UNC students and faculty fight to rename another building named for a white supremacist

September 2, 2022 Walter Reinke

Faculty who work in Hamilton Hall want to rename it for Black attorney and civil rights leader Pauli Murray.

Tickets for UNC vs. App State football game fetch high prices due to limited seating

September 2, 2022 Noah Monroe

The UNC v. App State football game this Saturday at the lower capacity Kidd Brewer stadium in Boone saw some of the highest week-one ticket prices in the nation

The Daily Tar Heel removes a controversial op-ed following threats towards its author

September 2, 2022 Lorelai Sykes

The Daily Tar Heel’s decision to remove an opinion piece that allegedly led to the author receiving threatening messages has sparked broader conversations about free speech.

Seniors enjoy what may be their only semi-normal year of college

September 2, 2022 Emma Cooke

UNC seniors have dealt with COVID-related challenges since they were freshman. The upcoming year will be their first and only normal year.

New UNC Journalism and Media dean Raul Reis deals with new role, new challenges

September 2, 2022 Lauryn Lovett

Dean Raul Reis took over shortly after the national organization that accredits journalism schools granted UNC only provisional accreditation. It said UNC failed to meet standards in inclusion and diversity, among other things.