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Faculty call for Silent Sam’s permanent removal, as protesters face trials

October 13, 2018

The Faculty Council says the statue has no place on campus, but Chancellor Folt has suggested it could return in a new location.

UNC group nominates Christine Blasey Ford for distinguished alumna award

October 13, 2018

English professor Jennifer Ho led the effort to nominate Ford, who accused Justice Brett Kavanaugh of sexual assault.

In an unexpected announcement, UNC’s Vice Chancellor retires

October 6, 2018

UNC officials say Winston Crisp’s retirement is not related to a controversial text he sent the night protesters took down Silent Sam.

Trump says it’s a ‘very scary time for young men.’ Do UNC students agree?

October 6, 2018

As the Senate votes to confirm Brett Kavanaugh, students react to President Trump’s comments about false charges against men.

Basketball corruption trial sheds light on fraud, secret payments

October 6, 2018

UNC is not involved in the corruption case, but three other ACC schools are.

Young North Carolina voters register in high numbers

October 6, 2018

Some North Carolina Democrats are hopeful these registrations translate into turnout.

Kavanaugh hearing reminds UNC students of their experiences with sexual assault

September 29, 2018

UNC students who have experienced sexual assault react to the Brett Kavanaugh hearings.

UNC Board funds Florence relief, weighs Silent Sam options

September 29, 2018

UNC’s Board of Trustees has announced a $2 million initiative to help Florence survivors. It’s also requesting community input on Silent Sam.

Chapel Hill and Carrboro clean up after Florence floods

September 22, 2018

The remnants of hurricane Florence left low-lying parts of Chapel Hill and Carrboro under several inches of water. The cleanup continues.

Red Cross shelter at UNC houses hundreds of Florence survivors

September 22, 2018

UNC and the Red Cross have set up a shelter for people from all over North Carolina who were displaced by Hurricane Florence. More than 200 were living these this week.