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Pirates help spread the message about preventing fires and preparing for emergencies

September 20, 2024 Maddie Policastro

The Tarrrr Heel Preparedness Festival hosted by Campus Safety on Thursday aimed to help students prepare for emergencies. The event had appearances from twenty-four different groups including the South Orange Rescue Squad, Chapel Hill police department and a bunch of rowdy pirates.

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.

Undaunted by business challenges, a Carolina alum has opened a new bar near UNC’s campus

September 13, 2024 Madeleine Ahmadi

There’s a new spot in town. Max’s Tin Can, a new UNC-centric bar sits right across the street from campus. The owner, an alum, hopes to make it a gathering spot for years to come.

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Franklin Street sees rise of new chain restaurants

September 13, 2024 Maddie Policastro

When Pulp Juice and Smoothies opens its new location at Columbia and Franklin Streets, all of the businesses at Chapel Hill’s main downtown intersection will be a chain or franchise. Is there still a place for locally-owned businesses downtown?

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.

After a semester of work, UNC students unveil a robotic barista

April 26, 2024 Henry Taylor

After a semester of collaborative work, a UNC class of students from various fields is preparing to unveil “BrewBot,” a robotic arm that can serve coffee, lattes, and tea.

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.

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.

Graduation awaits for students who began college during the pandemic

April 26, 2024 Hamsini Sivakumar

2024 graduates started college during COVID lockdown, and while their college experience was unusual, it was still meaningful for them.