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UNC Chapel Hill report details the removal of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion efforts on campus

September 14, 2024 Sarah Ellis

UNC-Chapel Hill is realigning 27 positions and eliminating 20 more. $5.7 million will be reallocated to other programs.

One year after fatal UNC shooting, students return to stronger campus safety measures

September 13, 2024 Reyna Drake

After the killing of Professor Zijie Yan in Caudell Labs, UNC has updated its safety protocols. But some students still feel vulnerable.

GOP sues to stop digital OneCards from being used as voter IDs

September 13, 2024 Ava Mayo and Henry Taylor

Though a growing number of UNC students have transitioned to digital ID cards on their phones, the suit argues that the state voter ID law allows only for physical cards.

Are Gen Z job applicants unprofessional or too demanding?

April 26, 2024 Sofia Casini

Some job recruiters say today’s college graduates are unprofessional, and it’s hurting their employment prospects. But UNC students and Career Services officials strongly disagree.

On Earth Day, students call on UNC to reduce its use of plastics

April 26, 2024 Taylor Holbrooks

UNC student activists joined forces to emphasize the urgency of reducing plastic waste. Through petitions and speeches, participants echoed EarthDay.org’s call for collective action towards a plastic-free future.

Planners consider options to repair and improve UNC’s iconic Pit

April 26, 2024 Sierra Pfeifer

UNC leaders say the Pit needs major renovations to address stormwater and drainage issues. They’re considering options that can make it more welcoming, accessible, and sustainable.

Law students rally for classmate who was banned from campus after a Georgia arrest

April 26, 2024 Sarah Ellis

Students signed a petition calling for UNC to allow Jamie Marsicano to walk at graduation. Marsicano was banned from campus after she was arrested and charged with domestic terrorism in Georgia.

Nine months after a devastating fire, the Med Deli prepares to rise from the ashes

April 26, 2024 Helen Wickett

As construction crews rebuild the popular Chapel Hill restaurant, Mediterranean Deli employees continue to operate a catering and take-out business.

Board of Governors moves toward dismantling DEI offices at UNC System schools

April 19, 2024 Sarah Ellis

A committee of the UNC system Board of Governors voted for a proposal that says all 17 UNC System universities must terminate their DEI officers or change their roles.

UNC students will now be required to learn about ‘the foundations of American democracy’

April 19, 2024 Helen Wickett

The UNC Board of Governors approved the addition of a learning requirement that will be instated in all UNC system schools beginning on July 1, 2025.