From the University Report (published by the GAA 1970-94) George Keller, now senior vice president of the Barton-Gillette Company and a former college professor, dean and assistant to three college presidents, points out in his provocative… read more
When UNC President William C. Friday ’48 (LLB) announced last September that he would retire by the summer of 1986 he disappointed many who had hoped he would serve beyond the customary retirement age of 65. In the nearly 30 years he has led the… read more
From the University Report (published by the GAA 1970-94) On a hot and humid Sunday in mid-August, Chapel Hill awakens from its summer doldrums to the presence of young freshmen, many making their first trip to the “Southern part of… read more
From the University Report (published by the GAA 1970-94) It appears that it is the season to beat up on intercollegiate athletics. Some of this is a reflection upon the growing importance of money in big-time college athletics. On our own… read more
Many readers may have recently viewed the three-hour documentary “To Save Our Schools — To Save Our Children” aired by ABC news, which reviewed the challenges now facing our public schools across the country. This illuminating documentary focused… read more
From the University Report (published by the GAA 1970-94) Q. Is the Alumni Association funded by the University? A. No. While the University is most supportive of the Association and relies upon the Association’s programs, publications… read more
Regular readers of our alumni publications will remember the March and May issues of the University Report newspaper which contained extensive discussions of the University’s commitment to the people of North Carolina. Without attempting to… read more
From the University Report (published by the GAA 1970-94) As the University’s 195th Commencement approaches, we face troubling news which presents challenges to us all. I try to attend all of the public meetings of the University’s… read more
“To sin by silence when they should protest makes cowards of men.” — Abraham Lincoln It is hard for me to believe that some 20 years have passed since the controversial Speaker Ban Law rocked not only our University but also our state and… read more
From the University Report (published by the GAA 1970-94) HOW TO KILL AN ASSOCIATION: 1) Stay away from meetings. 2) If you come, find fault. 3) Decline office or appointment to a committee. 4) Get sore if you aren’t nominated… read more