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Articles by Ava Pukatch

Features

New UNC e-sports gaming arena becomes a gamer’s heaven

December 3, 2021

A south campus dorm has transformed its basement into a gaming arena for all things e-sports, including competitive and casual events.

Features

Bland Simpson’s latest book is a collection of stories from across North Carolina

November 19, 2021

UNC professor Bland Simpson’s latest work, North Carolina: Land of Water, Land of Sky, shares stories about the state’s natural beauty.

News

Student volunteers keep UNC’s COVID-19 testing center running

November 19, 2021

Thousands of UNC community members get tested for COVID-19 at the Student Union each week. Volunteer ambassadors help the Carolina Together Testing Center run smoothly.

Features

UNC biologist publishes database of bird diets across species

November 19, 2021

With the help of a team of students, UNC biologist Allen Hurlbert created a database of bird diets to see how they’ve changed over time.

News

Women on the courts: The journey is long

November 19, 2021

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

Features

Holiday decorations reignite passionate debate regarding “Christmas creep”

November 19, 2021

The holiday spirit is in full swing in the town of Chapel Hill. With it only being mid-November, is it too early to start decorating?

Sports

For the first time in 20 months, the Dean Dome is open to full capacity

November 12, 2021

After more than a year of pandemic restrictions, UNC is allowing capacity crowds at the Smith Center, but fans must wear masks.

Features

Falling acorns drive students nuts, but play an important role in the ecosystem

November 12, 2021

It’s fall in Chapel Hill. That means crisp air, colorful leaves and falling acorns. It’s a phenomenon that’s driving some UNC students nuts.

Features

UNC alum Leroy Arthur competes for roses and affection on ABC’s ‘The Bachelorette’

November 12, 2021

UNC alum Leroy Arthur is among the contestants on the current season of the popular reality dating show.

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A new study says students in alcohol recovery don’t always know about support options

November 12, 2021

A new study by NC State professor Lynsey Romo explores how recovering college students are managing their struggle with alcohol.

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