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Ava Pukatch

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Speakers of the endangered Cherokee language are trying to preserve it

April 22, 2022 Ava Pukatch

The Cherokee language in North Carolina is at risk. Fewer than 200 speakers remain in the state, and they’re concerned it could be lost forever.

News

For the first time, UNC renames two buildings in honor of notable people of color

December 3, 2021 Ava Pukatch

UNC has removed the names of two white supremacists from campus buildings and replaced them with the names of people of color.

News

Women on the courts: The journey is long

November 19, 2021 Ava Pukatch

While more women are serving as judges on the nation’s courts, women still face barriers advancing through the judicial system.

Features

UNC alumni premiere their movie musical, dreaming of an Oscar

November 10, 2021 Ava Pukatch

A team of UNC alumni created an original movie musical to try to activate an obscure Academy Award category.

Features

UNC researchers investigate increasing rate of turtle mortality

October 29, 2021 Ava Pukatch

Researchers in Morehead City are studying the human influences that lead to warmer waters and the declining populations of turtles.

News

Sign of the times: Expert says political signs do little

October 29, 2021 Ava Pukatch

Campaign signs are everywhere in Chapel Hill in advance of the municipal election. But it’s not clear that they help candidates win votes.

Features

Mushroom foragers find delicacies in the most unlikely places

September 24, 2021 Ava Pukatch

North Carolina is one of the best states for mushroom foragers, who can find exotic delicacies both deep in the woods and in more accessible places.

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