For UNC Schools, 2016 Was A Year Of Controversy
Politics played an increasing role in the state's public colleges in 2016, with moves by the legislature often resulting in campus controversy.
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Discrimination Lawsuits Filed Against NCCU Chancellor
The embattled UNC system is under fire again. Three former employees at N.C.
Nepal Earthquakes and Mountain Building in North Carolina
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On April 15th and May 12th 2015, Nepal was hit with two large earthquakes, killing and injuring thousands. The Himalayas are in this region, and include Mt. Everest, the highest point on Earth. They are still growing due to the forces of plate tectonics. At the same time, due to gravity and erosion, they are trying to reach equilibrium, ultimately becoming gently rolling hills like the North Carolina Piedmont. To learn more
State Universities Want To Raise Tuition
It may soon cost more to attend a public university in North Carolina. The schools want to raise tuition and fees an average of 4 percent next year and 3.5 percent the following year for undergradu