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October 7, 2003Here is a sampling of links and notes about Carolina
people and programs cited recently in the media:Carolina Covenant Coverage
U-Va. Considers Work-Grant Assistance
The Washington Post
The University of Virginia is considering a program that would allow low-income students to pay for their education with a combination of work and grants....Virginia's interest was sparked by a new program at the University of North Carolina that requires eligible students to work on campus 10 to 12 hours a week through their four years.
Carolina Covenant blazes trail for nation
The Daily Tar Heel
The University's newly introduced Carolina Covenant is attracting attention nationwide, and the University of Virginia has shown particular interest in following UNC's lead.
Fortitude in financial aid (Editorial
The Cavalier Daily (University of Virginia)
The University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill recently announced a program to wholly cover the financial need of students from low-income families through grants and scholarships. It has earned the praise of many higher education advocates across the country, and at this past weekend's Board of Visitors meeting, that of President John T. Casteen, III. The UNC program is impressive -- but it is past time that someone recognizes the work the University has done to ensure the affordability of tuition.
Former UNL chancellor making waves at UNC
Daily Nebraskan
For families who are at or below 150 percent of the federal poverty level, a college education at the University of North Carolina just became much more affordable.
University of Virginia considering 'Carolina Covenant'
The Daily Press
The University of Virginia is considering a program that would allow low-income students to pay for their education with a combination of work and grants.
U.Va. considers work-study program for poor students
Virginian Pilot
The University of Virginia is considering a program that would allow low-income students to pay for their education with a combination of work and grants.
University of Virginia considering 'Carolina Covenant'
National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators
"The University of Virginia is considering a program that would allow low-income students to pay for their education with a combination of work and grants," the Associated Press reports. "...Virginia's interest in such an approach was sparked by a program adopted by the University of North Carolina."
U.Va. Debt Free
WHSV-TV, (ABC, Harrisonburg, Va.)
The University of Virginia is considering a program that would allow low-income students to pay for their education with a combination of work and grants.
Related stories: WRAL-TV (CBS, Raleigh): http://www.wral.com/news/2535182/detail.html
Charlotte Observer: http://www.charlotte.com/mld/observer/news/local/6945912.htm
News & Observer: http://www.newsobserver.com/nc24hour/ncnews/story/2925368p-2687438c.htmlState and Local News Note
Steve Jones, dean of the Kenan-Flagler Business School, was interviewed by Jim Heavner on WCHL-AM's "The Special Hour." The broadcast, which originally aired today at 9:10 a.m., will be replayed tonight at 8:10 p.m.
State and Local Coverage
UNC wants to help downtown 'renaissance'
The Herald-Sun
UNC says it intends to play a central role in bringing a "renaissance" to the downtown business district along Franklin and Rosemary streets.
Issues and Trends
Legislators mixed on UNC plan
The Herald-Sun
A plan to increase the number of out-of-state students admitted to state universities is starting to get the attention of legislators, and reaction is decidedly mixed.
Limits posed for Carolina North
The News & Observer
To some it is a nearly blank canvas -- the 975-acre Horace Williams property where university officials hope to build a satellite campus. The woodsy tract, not quite two miles from the Franklin Street shops and stores in the downtown business district, has physical constraints when it comes to development. But to some, now is the time to fill in some of the details for what the land will look like in years to come.
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