October 2022 Archives

Olympic gymnast Laurie Hernandez highlights UNC’s Latinx Heritage Month

October 7, 2022 Emma Cooke

In a keynote address, Hernandez advised UNC students to take time for themselves.

New book investigates the role of gender in Disney and Pixar films

October 7, 2022 Chris Kammerer

“Language and Gender in Children’s Animated Films” takes a closer look at the role that gender plays in the plot and characters of films produced by Disney and Pixar.

So far this season, UNC’s football defense leaves much to be desired

October 7, 2022 Noah Monroe

While North Carolina football’s offense has been stellar, the defense is ranked near the bottom of the NCAA. Despite having numerous four and five-star recruits, the talent isn’t translating on the field.

UNC will host the 2023 World Anti-Bullying Forum

October 7, 2022 Lauryn Lovett

UNC will host next year’s World Anti-Bullying Forum. The event brings together anti-bullying researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and educators to discuss their work. Leading the forum is UNC Education Professor Dorothy Espelage.

CarolinaCast: NC cities are experimenting with social drinking districts

October 2, 2022 Brianna Atkinson and Sophie Mallinson

For the past year, social drinking districts have been popping up in downtowns across North Carolina. Customers can buy their drinks to-go from participating businesses and enjoy them while walking down the street.

Carolina Connection – Oct. 1, 2022

October 1, 2022

UNC Graduate students advocate for a livable wage. After a sudden change in leadership, the Kenan-Flagler business school looks to the future. Some UNC graduate schools will no longer require the GRE test for admission. Navigating the Biden Administration’s student loan forgiveness plan can be difficult for students. Students commit Acts of Random Kindness to help their classmates get through midterms. The Good Neighbor Initiative holds a cookout to educate students about the communities they live in.