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Tests and tech will be part of UNC’s spring reopening plan, but some are skeptical

December 16, 2020

After multiple COVID-19 clusters forced UNC to send student home early in Fall semester, university leaders have announced a controversial plan to welcome a limited number of students back in January.

Social media activism spurs fight to protect reproductive rights

November 30, 2020

In response to Justice Amy Coney Barrett’s confirmation to the Supreme Court in October, many around the Triangle took to social media to express their views.

UNC-Chapel Hill spring 2021 reopening plan raises concerns in the UNC community

November 13, 2020

Though UNC leaders are promising extra health precautions, some members of the UNC community are concerned about the university’s spring 2021 in-person reopening.

Lawsuit alleges UNC admission process discriminates against white and Asian-American applicants

November 13, 2020

In a case being heard this month in federal court, plaintiffs claim the university intentionally discriminates against white and Asian-American applicants, and favors Black and Hispanic applicants instead.

Red and blue make purple: North Carolina confirms its status as a political battleground with the 2020 election

November 13, 2020

North Carolina voters leaned Republican red for President Trump, yet reelected Democratic Governor Roy Cooper.

It’s not over until the Electoral College votes: Inside one of America’s longstanding traditions

November 13, 2020

After each state’s results are certified, the 538-member Electoral College will officially vote to elect the next President of the United States.

Dorms, off-campus or at home: Students weigh spring 2021 housing options

November 13, 2020

As the spring semester approaches, UNC students are adjusting their housing plans.

Climate change experts discuss how to save the planet

November 13, 2020

Climate change experts say without fully understanding the issue and implementing consistent environmental policy, reaching a solution is impossible.

UNC replaces 2021 spring break with scattered days off throughout the semester

November 13, 2020

Students are worried they’ll have less time to rest during what is already a condensed semester.

Election reflection: UNC students share how they reacted as the results came in

November 6, 2020

It was an especially significant election for many UNC students because it was the first time they ever voted for president.