News HIV rates rising in the South March 7, 2015 HIV infection rates are continuing to rise across the Southern United States, leaving researchers and doctors worried about why.
News UNC board closes Poverty Center February 28, 2015 In a raucous meeting, protesters criticize the vote as a politically-motivated attack on academic freedom and free speech.
News Faculty voice concerns about Poverty Center vote February 28, 2015 UNC’s Chancellor and faculty disagree with the decision to close the Poverty Center and promise to continue the Center’s work.
News Tuition rises to help retain top faculty February 28, 2015 The Board of Governors votes to increase tuition in an effort to keep top faculty members from fleeing for better pay.
News Students criticize tuition increase February 28, 2015 The Board of Governors decision to increase tuition frustrates some students, who say they’re already struggling to afford college.
News Board of Governors member talks on centers’ role at UNC February 26, 2015 Board of Governors member Steve Long says UNC’s Poverty Center and Civil Rights Center are not within the university’s academic mission.
News Board of Governors recommends shutting UNC centers February 21, 2015 The board wants to discontinue the Poverty Center and two other centers, infuriating critics who say the move was political.
News Memorial fund launched to remember shooting victims February 21, 2015 The NC Dental Foundation has partnered with Eve Carson Scholarship to honor Deah Barakat and the other victims.
News “It really was a wake up call.” February 21, 2015 Some Muslim students feel especially vulnerable after last week’s shooting.
News Lower gas prices have little effect on transit ridership February 21, 2015 As gas prices decrease, public transportation ridership remains steady.