Exploring a new discipline
Students in Smith Middle School’s Maker Space club love science. They love the robotics, the computers and the new technology that can solve complex problems.
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In the Weeds
To help restore the monarch butterfly population, the North Carolina Botanical Garden has joined a nationwide effort to grow milkweed.
The Scientist and the Fisherman
What do you get when you combine new science with decades of knowledge from local fishermen? A lot of homegrown North Carolina oysters. A whole lot.
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Graduate Student Gregory DeCandia: Sharing Powerful Narratives of Military Experience
The UNC Impact Awards recognize graduate students for contributions they are making to our state. The following is a snapshot on dramatic art graduate student Gregory DeCandia’s work.
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Twenty-four teams participate in National Ethics Bowl April 15-16
Students from across North America come to UNC-Chapel Hill to analyze topical issues in fourth annual competition, hosted by The Parr Center for Ethics.
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North, Central America mix it up in Dominican Jazz Project
In March, Summit Records released the Dominican Jazz Project, an international musical collaboration led by Stephen Anderson, pianist, composer and associate professor of jazz and composition in the department of music.
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Two UNC-Chapel Hill students recognized by Goldwater Foundation
The Barry Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Program named University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill third-year student Chiara Pancaldo Salemi as a 2016 Goldwater Scholar and Mike Lebhar, also a third-year student, as a 2016 Goldwater Honorable Mention. This prestigious scholarship provides up to $7,500 per year for eligible educational expenses to students who excel
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Women in Science Symposium helps build networks, confidence
“Our mission is to empower women to achieve what they want and become successful,” Rahhal said. “We really hope that with this conference it will really give them a platform for networking and a platform for learning from other’s experiences.”
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152 at UNC-Chapel Hill inducted into Phi Beta Kappa
Phi Beta Kappa, the nation’s oldest and most honored college honorary society, has inducted 152 University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill students as new members. The recent induction ceremony featured remarks by Dr. Rachel Willis, UNC-Chapel Hill professor of American studies. New members received certificates and Phi Beta Kappa keys, the organization’s symbol. Phi
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Rotary Peace Fellow Kiran Singh Sirah ’13 Promotes Equality and Social Justice through Storytelling
For Kiran Singh Sirah ’13, finding common ground through storytelling is the foundation for peace.