This N.C. University Offers the First 3-Year Bachelor’s Degree in the Southeast
Charlotte’s Johnson & Wales University launched a “career-focused” undergraduate degree in hospitality management this fall.
Fired UNC Civics Associate Dean Breaks His Silence on Investigation
David Decosimo objected to a Wall Street Journal editorial about UNC-Chapel Hill’s embattled civics school. The paper didn’t publish his response—which he says is part of the problem.
Michael Jordan Gives $10 Million to UNC’s School of Social Work in Honor of His Mom
The basketball superstar’s gift is the largest in school history. It will support master’s students and international work.
New UNC System Faculty Chair Wants ‘Best Practices’ for Shared Governance
UNC Asheville music professor Toby King enters his role as chair of the UNC System Faculty Assembly after a contentious year.
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