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Sofía Basurto

Features

Should professors issue trigger warnings before discussing upsetting topics in class?

April 28, 2023 Sofía Basurto

Trigger warnings are provided in some courses that teach distressing content, but not in all classes. Experts differ on whether they help students.

News

UNC study finds eating wild blueberries could be key to keeping a sharp mind

April 21, 2023 Sofía Basurto

The study found eating two cups a day of wild blueberries improved the brain processing speed in patients experiencing cognitive decline.

Features

UNC professor helps actors master the distinctive accents of their characters

April 14, 2023 Sofía Basurto

Professor Gwendolyn Schwinke teaches actors how to ace an accent.

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UNC Trustees signal their support for ban on ‘compelled’ speech

March 24, 2023 Sofía Basurto

The UNC Board of Trustees has voted to support the new UNC System policy prohibiting compelled speech. The policy was approved by the Board of Governors in February, banning schools from forcing people to agree with certain political viewpoints as a condition of admission as a student or employment.

Features

A UNC lab is developing foldable medical instruments

March 10, 2023 Sofía Basurto

The UNC Bai Lab is developing surgical tools that can be inserted through a small incision, then unfold inside the body.

Features

The term ‘Latinx’ was designed for inclusivity, but some Latin-American people reject it

March 3, 2023 Sofía Basurto

The term replaces the “o” in “Latino” with an “x” to promote gender inclusivity. But some surveys suggest a majority of people with Latin heritage don’t like the term.

Features

Students and faculty navigate new challenges of AI generated writing and art

February 10, 2023 Sofía Basurto

Artificial Intelligence or AI is something that may not seem college approved. But some professors are embracing it in their classes.

News

Young people continue to make daily use of TikTok despite cybersecurity concerns

February 3, 2023 Sofía Basurto

TikTok, a popular social media app, has been the subject of recent government bans due to security concerns. But many students are still addicted to it.

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