In This Issue
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Cutting ties with History
While tuition increases have stirred controversy in the past, some experts believe this latest increase could prove to be a turning point for the University's reputation in the state, and even nationwide. -
Baton of Silver, Heart of Gold
The Marching Tar Heels’ baton twirler, MaKenzie Snyder, is a two-time international twirling champion and a global charity entrepreneur. -
Blind Ambition
UNC-CH graduate student John Miller is blind and nearly deaf but a combination of good humor and assistive technology allows him to pursue the life of a normal student.
From the Blog
Channeling Your Inner “Cool Chick”
To me, one of the most important factors in dabbling in beauty and fashion that will make any outfit or makeup look really shine is confidence. I know it’s been said over and over again but it’s true! Confidence–simply walking … Continue reading
Defense Gives Belichick a Reason to Smile
Rob Carr/Getty Images Vince Wilford was the defensive MVP of Sunday’s game, pressuring Eli Manning late in the game. I think I saw Bill Belichick smile; I kid you not. For a brief moment there, when Bill Cundiff missed the … Continue reading
Year of the Dragon
Hanson Qin is a senior from Sichuan, China. He can be reached at cqin@live.unc.edu. Happy New Year! Wait, you are probably wondering why I’m screaming this when February is almost here. But for most of the people on this planet (Asians), it’s … Continue reading
Miss America — Still a Relevant Pastime
This past Saturday marked the 50th anniversary of Maria Fletcher’s Miss America crowning. For those of you who don’t recognize the name or weren’t around in 1962, Maria Fletcher is the only North Carolina representative to have won the Miss America … Continue reading
Good versus Bad Fats
Photo Courtesy As we all know, fat is a necessity in our diets. However, there are “bad fats” – fats that accumulate in the arteries and leave our hearts vulnerable to disease, and “good fats” – which lower cholesterol levels … Continue reading