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Carolina blues: Class of 2020 upset over plans for a scaled-back commencement

March 26, 2021

After delaying the Class of 2020’s graduation because of COVID-19, UNC frustrated many members of the class with plans for a “reunion” instead of a full ceremony.

As some Chapel Hill residents return to newly-reopened bars, others feel it’s still not safe

March 19, 2021

Some Chapel Hill residents cheer as indoor bars reopen, but others worry it’s too early because the pandemic isn’t over.

As virtual proctoring grows in popularity, some test-takers worry about their privacy

March 19, 2021

Online proctoring services require test-takers to keep their webcams and microphones on, and in some cases relinquish computer control.

UNC study finds first-years face mental health struggles because of distance learning and social isolation

March 19, 2021

A new study found that first-years are struggling with anxiety and depression because of the social isolation and distance learning caused by COVID-19.

Women still face an uphill battle in North Carolina politics, despite a national increase in female representation

March 18, 2021

It’s been 100 years since the first woman was elected to a NC state office. But now, women still make up 25% of the General Assembly – well below the percentage of women in the state’s population.

While women are getting seats at the table, they face structural barriers to equality

March 12, 2021

Professor Ariana Vigil, the chair of UNC’s women and gender studies department, discusses female representation in the federal government and what can be done to create full gender equality.

UNC employees and many students are now vaccine eligible, but some are struggling to find appointments

March 5, 2021

Many members of the UNC community – including some students – are now eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine, but some are struggling to find appointments to actually get their shots.

Some high risk North Carolinians are still having to wait to get their COVID-19 vaccines

March 5, 2021

North Carolinians with chronic illnesses and elevated risk factors are frustrated with having to wait to get their COVID-19 vaccines.

NCCU survey finds almost half of adults are hesitant to get the COVID-19 vaccine

March 5, 2021 Daniel Myrick

While fewer people are hesitant to get the vaccine now than earlier in the year, health officials say more needs to be done to make sure people trust the science.

Healthcare workers’ stress levels grow as the pandemic continues

March 5, 2021

Healthcare workers’ stress levels are at an all-time high, as the pandemic makes an already difficult job that much tougher.