Carolina Indian Circle

Carolina Indian Circle was founded in 1974, when there were only ten Native American students on campus. The circle provides academic and social support for Native American students, helps with recruitment, and sponsors ways for the campus community to learn more about Native American cultures. The ...

Cyprett's Bridge

After the University of North Carolina received its charter, the board of trustees had to find a location for the university. Wanting a site near the center of the state, they considered several locations before settling on an area within a fifteen-mile radius of Cyprett's Bridge in northern Cha...

Physical education

While early Carolina students often participated in outdoor games, the university did not require physical education until 1891. To encourage physical fitness among the student body, students were required to take part in exercises at the gymnasium (then located in Commons Hall) three times a week. ...

Physical education

While early Carolina students often participated in outdoor games, the university did not require physical education until 1891. To encourage physical fitness among the student body, students were required to take part in exercises at the gymnasium (then located in Commons Hall) three times a week. ...