Environmentalists fight to save NC’s native hemlocks
Decades after an invasive pest devastates local hemlock populations, experts say the trees may be stabilizing.
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UNC Asheville faculty excited for upcoming solar eclipse in WNC
A solar eclipse will pass over most of North America on Aug. 21, according to the National Aeronautics and Space Administration. Asheville will not see a total solar eclipse but will see a 99 percent eclipse.
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SGA discusses elections, plans for the future and moving into the next administration
The Student Government Association held their weekly senate meeting to discuss the results of the recent election.
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Student organization seeks to divest university funds from fossil fuels
UNCA Divest is a group on campus intent on ensuring that the UNC system breaks up their relationship with fossil fuels. The first step is to sever relationships with banks supporting the North Dakota Access Pipeline.
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Food Fight: Students and administrators debate effectiveness of Real Food Challenge
Students and administrators take on complicated issue of “real food”.
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SGA raises questions about diversity and inclusion improvement on campus
The Student Government Association welcomed new Senior Director of Admissions and Financial Aid Steve McKellips to discuss his role at UNC Asheville and what he will do to improve diversity and inclusion on campus.
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Agriculture fair connects farms and community
Community supported agriculture continues to grow in Western North Carolina , providing residents with a direct to consumer approach to buying farm fresh foods.
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SGA gets digital with new campus apps and upcoming elections
The Student Government Association held their weekly senate meeting on March 22 to discuss the digital side of campus and the upcoming election cycle.
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On the outside looking in: International students voice their opinions on Trump and US politics
President Trump continues to receive disapproval from some US citizens, as Trump’s policies and behavior as president strays away from orthodox presidency at times. Although Trump’s presidency continues to cause controversy in the U.S., other countries also have opinions about his leadership.
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Local environmentalists anticipate growth in wake of massive fires
Regional environmentalist evaluate the impact of the Party Rock Fires on the environment in Lake Lure and the surrounding area.
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