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Let’s Rethink the Mental Health “Crisis”

May 6, 2022 · Loretta G. Breuning · Comments Off on Let’s Rethink the Mental Health “Crisis”

The Surgeon General warned of a “mental-health crisis” among young people, adding urgency to long-standing concerns. Campuses are rushing to address these issues, but their efforts may do more harm … Continue reading “Let’s Rethink the Mental Health “Crisis””


UNC-Chapel Hill in a “Mental Health Crisis”

Nov 8, 2021 · Natalia Mayorga · Comments Off on UNC-Chapel Hill in a “Mental Health Crisis”

It has been two months since the start of the Fall semester at UNC-Chapel Hill. In those two months, four students have died by suicide on campus. In response to … Continue reading “UNC-Chapel Hill in a “Mental Health Crisis””


COVID-19 Campus Changes: Testing and Sequestering Students

Mar 1, 2021 · Megan Zogby · Comments Off on COVID-19 Campus Changes: Testing and Sequestering Students

Colleges have been trying to stop COVID-19 from spreading on campus, and after a year of experimentation, failure, and success, officials may have found their way. Campuses are combining widespread … Continue reading “COVID-19 Campus Changes: Testing and Sequestering Students”


Did You Know? North Carolina Students Pay For Health Services Twice

Feb 18, 2021 · Jenna A. Robinson · Comments Off on Did You Know? North Carolina Students Pay For Health Services Twice

All students enrolled in UNC system institutions are required to have health insurance coverage. They also pay a Health Services Fee to their university. According to Blue Cross Blue Shield, … Continue reading “Did You Know? North Carolina Students Pay For Health Services Twice”


Mission Creep at the Infirmary

Mar 16, 2014 · Jenna A. Robinson · Comments Off on Mission Creep at the Infirmary

Should student fees pay for sex counselors and improvisational theater?

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