November 2023 Archives

Carolina Connection – Oct. 18, 2023

November 18, 2023

Chancellor Kevin Guskiewicz is considering leaving UNC; he’s a finalist for the presidency at Michigan State. Students say UNC’s recreational facilities are overcrowded. Some people are boycotting Starbucks because of their labor practices. Carrboro’s Film Fest is featuring work by UNC students and faculty. The Town of Chapel Hill is encouraging residents to put aside their rakes and leaf blowers and leave their leaves in their yards.

Long lines greet a long-awaited opening on Franklin Street

November 17, 2023 W.H. Hayes

The opening of the Raising Cane’s chicken was a big event, with a line out the door and giveaways for people who attended.

Guskiewicz named finalist for Michigan State presidency, ‘weighing’ whether to leave UNC

November 17, 2023 Sierra Pfeifer

A report from the Michigan State student newspaper said Guskiewicz is the only remaining finalist for the MSU presidency.

Students join union members to protest Starbucks working conditions

November 17, 2023 Caroline Horne

The “Red Cup Rebellion,” a play on Starbucks’ annual Red Cup Day, is an effort by the Starbucks Workers Union to raise awareness of baristas’ rights.

A gothic horror movie provides UNC students a chance to learn filmmaking

November 17, 2023 Samantha Hoffman

While North Carolina independent filmmakers have struggled to find opportunities and funding, UNC’s Michael Acosta is creating opportunities for local talent and students.

Chapel Hill asks homeowners to forgo a fall ritual: raking their yards

November 17, 2023 Siya Zhang

A campaign called Leave Your Leaves encourages people to leave the leaves in their yard to promote environmental conservation and the enjoyment of birds, wildlife, and ecosystems.

Student leaders want better campus recreation facilities – even if that means higher student fees

November 17, 2023 Anthony DeHart

At the November meeting of the Board of Trustees, student body president Christopher Everett asked the board to raise student fees to address the situation.

Class registration changes lead to longer wait lists for some classes

November 17, 2023 Tianyi Wang

The registration changes are receiving mixed reviews. Some students praise the smoother process, while others say the new unlimited wait list system is a hindrance.

Carolina Connection – Nov. 11, 2023

November 11, 2023

North Carolina’s Attorney General says social media illegally hooks and harms kids. Chapel Hill Mayor-elect Jess Anderson says she’ll try to balance the concerns of both students and permanent town residents. Inflation is easing, but a lot of people at UNC are still dealing with food insecurity. Student veterans reflect on their transition from military life to college life. A UNC student is serving on the board of education of Boise, Idaho.

North Carolina and other states are suing Meta, saying social media hooks and harms kids

November 10, 2023 Samantha Hoffman

The lawsuit against the parent company of Facebook and Instagram says the social media giant uses addictive techniques, exposes children to harmful content, and mines their personal data.