All-member chapter meeting, resolution to keep ICE off campus and protect immigrants, chapter elections and more in this week's update! unc-ch-aaup.org/news#2026-03...

▪️Chapter Liaisons Meeting TODAY at Tru Deli: 2:30-3:30pm ▪️NC AAUP All-Conference Meeting TODAY: 6-7pm (Zoom) For more events see this week's update: unc-ch-aaup.org/news#2026-02...

UNC-CH AAUP opposes classroom recording for any reason without the instructor’s consent. We were shocked to learn on 2/9 that the Interim Provost had drafted a new policy allowing the recording of classes to go into effect on 2/16. Read our statement: unc-ch-aaup.org/assets/state...

See the letter from AAUP's lawyers to the UNC System about the proposed revisions to the System's academic freedom definition, in this week’s update: unc-ch-aaup.org/news#2026-02...

Cross institutional solidarity in the face of ideological cuts to staff and services at public and private universities! This Friday, February 6th at Trinity Park in Durham, 4:30 pm

Syllabus requests, academic freedom, faculty governance, chapter organizing and more in this week’s update! unc-ch-aaup.org/news#2026-01...

Syllabi info session today @ 5pm is open to anyone. We want to share practical info for responding to records requests and retaining copyright. us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

TODAY: TransparUNCy teach-in about Area Studies Centers closures TransparUNCy is hosting a teach-in today, Jan. 20, 4:30pm in 3411 Student Union. unc-ch-aaup.org/news#2026-01...

TODAY: Protecting Noncitizens, 5-6pm An info session about protecting the rights of noncitizen faculty, students, and staff. We'll hear from AAUP senior counsel and learn from faculty members about protecting noncitizens on campus and how to work with local groups. unc-ch-aaup.org/news#2026-01...

UNC Chapel Hill's decision to close six area studies centers is the Carolina Way version of Trump withdrawing the US from 66 global organizations -- narrow-minded, ill-considered, and devastating for both the university and the wider world. @unc-ch-aaup.bsky.social amp.heraldsun.com/news/politic...

It's the new year - time to start saving our university! See you 1/7/26 (FDOC) at 12:00pm at the South Building Let's tell the administration to stop making rash ideologically-driven spending decisions & start taking our academic mission seriously.

URGENT ACTION: the UNC System is planning to force instructors to publish their syllabi, claiming these are public records and not our intellectual property. We have a small window of time to redirect this decision. Please sign actionnetwork.org/petitions/pr...

Statement about ICE presence on campus unc-ch-aaup.org/assets/joint...

We demand that UNC Chapel Hill ensure the safety of its students and staff in the face of domestic terrorism. unc-ch-aaup.org/news#2025-11...

ICE appears to be headed to Raleigh today. If you suspect ICE presence, call the Siembra hotline to verify: 336-543-0353. It is important to share information, not spread panic. If you see an arrest happening, make noise, take video, draw a crowd. Know your rights:

Why is a university in stellar financial condition seeking to impose a $70 million cut on its lowest-paid staff? This audit lays bare the truth: cuts at UNC-Chapel Hill are the result of political pressure. Press release unc-ch-aaup.org/assets/exter... Presentation www.youtube.com/watch?v=4ULA...

Howard Bunsis Audit Analysis Presentation; Thursday, 11/13 @ 5:30 pm, Kerr Hall 1001 Please join us in person or virtually to receive the findings from Howard Bunsis's independent audit of UNC finances. Bunsis's analysis equips us with data to challenge ServiceFirst austerity measures .

Join us Thursday to receive the findings from an independent audit of UNC finances! This analysis equips us with data to challenge ServiceFirst austerity measures to reduce faculty and staff numbers, salaries, and benefits. unc-ch-aaup.org/news#2025-11...

This afternoon's clear statement from Lee Roberts that UNC cannot and will not sign Trump's Compact, because of issues with academic freedom, came about in part because of the pressure from students, faculty and alumni✊

SUNRISE UNC is calling for UNC to reject the compact and is organizing a rally Friday 11/07 at 1:15 PM on Polk Place! Trump Compact: www.washingtonpost.com/documents/22...

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BSM Town Hall TODAY at 6PM … and more upcoming events in this week’s updates: unc-ch-aaup.org/news#2025-10...

Contact the UNC BOG, the UNC-Chapel Hill BOT, President Peter Hans, Chancellor Roberts and members of the NC Assembly - tell them to *reject* the contract the Federal Administration is trying to use to violate scientific integrity at UNC: coalitionforcarolinafoundation.org/petition-rej...

Chapel Hill Friends-Join UNC Faculty & the Community at the Right to Light Rally for Higher Ed Friday Oct 24 2-4 PM. Speakers include Prof. Gene Nichols, UNC faculty, students & staff, including members of @unc-ch-aaup.bsky.social Free speech on campus, research, and education are all on the agenda

A statement by the Black Student Movement www.instagram.com/p/DPo8EDBAE7...

Upendo, Black Student Movement gathering space closed by UNC administration despite being open to *all* students. www.wral.com/news/local/u...

We encourage all AAUP members and concerned citizens to join the No Kings protest on Saturday, October 18. Actions are organized locally, and you can find details about an event near you at the link below👇

Prof. Dixon reinstated! AAUP press conference! A conversation with the ex-Provost! 1st Amendment event! Celebrate tenure at Namu! Right to Light rally! And more in this week’s chapter updates… unc-ch-aaup.org/news#2025-10...

Prof. Dixon reinstated! AAUP press conference! A conversation with the ex-Provost! 1st Amendment event! Celebrate tenure at Namu! Right to Light rally! And more in this week’s chapter updates… unc-ch-aaup.org/news#2025-10...

Dwayne Dixon reinstated! Excellent work on direct action @unc-ch-aaup.bsky.social (us!). Power to the people✊.

All across the country, as faculty rights and freedoms are under attack, @aaup.org is really stepping into the breach. If you teach in higher ed and aren't a member, please consider joining.

UAW immigration emergency hotline is open for AFT / AAUP members: (888) 416-2110

Faculty First Responders Resources See below for some resources on digital security, academic freedom, and building institutional responses to support colleagues. unc-ch-aaup.org/assets/digit... unc-ch-aaup.org/assets/cdaf-... unc-ch-aaup.org/assets/rsc-t...

Science for democracy. Much needed. Powerful @science.org editorial by @gretchentg.bsky.social & @chenoweth.bsky.social “The ability to tell the truth, especially when it does not suit any particularly partisan aims, is an essential prerequisite for a free society” www.science.org/doi/10.1126/...