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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill chapter of the American Association of University Professors. unc-ch-aaup.org

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UNC-CH AAUP @unc-ch-aaup.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
On 8/31 several Black student orgs were hosting an event when a man entered their meeting, shouted racial slurs, and physically threatened the students. UNC-CH AAUP stands with our students as they come to grips with this racist assault. unc-ch-aaup.org/news#2026-09...
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UNC-CH AAUP @unc-ch-aaup.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
The AAUP-UNC Chapel Hill chapter calls on the Board of Trustees to reverse their vote and respect shared governance and academic freedom, key principles that will allow UNC to continue as one of the best public universities in the world. Read the full AAUP statement: unc-ch-aaup.org/assets/state...
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INDY Week @indyweek.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
Op-Ed: "CHCCS Leaders Should Vote Against Closing Glenwood Elementary."
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Op-Ed: CHCCS Leaders Should Vote Against Closing Glenwood Elementary
With its Mandarin Dual Language Immersion and STEAM education programs, Glenwood attracts families from all over the state. It’s not the problem, it’s the solution.
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UNC-CH AAUP @unc-ch-aaup.bsky.social · 07/05/2026
End of Year Chapter Gathering! TODAY, May 7, 4–7pm Haw River Tap Room 300 E Main St, Unit C, Carrboro 27510 between Cat's Cradle & Amante Pizza Please make every effort to join us for our year-end gathering. Families are welcome including kids! unc-ch-aaup.org/news#2026-05...
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UNC-CH AAUP @unc-ch-aaup.bsky.social · 03/03/2026
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...
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UNC-CH AAUP @unc-ch-aaup.bsky.social · 23/02/2026
▪️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...
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UNC-CH AAUP @unc-ch-aaup.bsky.social · 12/02/2026
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...
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UNC-CH AAUP @unc-ch-aaup.bsky.social · 02/02/2026
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...
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UNC-CH AAUP @unc-ch-aaup.bsky.social · 02/02/2026
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
Friday, February 6, 2026
Main & Broad Streets
Gather at Trinity Park, 4:30pm. Rally at 5pm

DUKE: CUT THE CUTS!

Value your workers, not wealth!

Organizers: Sunrise Duke, Duke AAUP Chapter, Union Of Southern Service Workers, 
Durham Rising, Duke Academics And Staff For Justice In Palestine, TransparUNCy, Duke University Divest Coalition, Duke Graduate Students Union, UNC Workers Union
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UNC-CH AAUP @unc-ch-aaup.bsky.social · 26/01/2026
Syllabus requests, academic freedom, faculty governance, chapter organizing and more in this week’s update! unc-ch-aaup.org/news#2026-01...
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News | UNC Chapel Hill AAUP
News from the UNC Chapel Hill chapter of the AAUP
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UNC-CH AAUP @unc-ch-aaup.bsky.social · 26/01/2026
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...
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Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: Public Syllabi Zoom . After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.
Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: Public Syllabi Zoom . After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.
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UNC-CH AAUP @unc-ch-aaup.bsky.social · 20/01/2026
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...
TUESDAY, JANUARY 20, 4:30PM
STUDENT UNION 3411

transparUNCy teach-in: Your Education is on the Chopping Block.
UNC and its manufactured budget crisis. Area Studies Center closures, Tuition raises, Independent Budget Audit and Project 2025
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UNC-CH AAUP @unc-ch-aaup.bsky.social · 19/01/2026
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...
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North Carolina Conference of the AAUP @ncaaup.bsky.social · 08/01/2026
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...
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Hundreds protest planned closure of international study centers at UNC
“Cuts like this are exactly what happens when you appoint a right-wing finance executive with no experience in higher education to run your university,” a student protester said.
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UNC-CH AAUP @unc-ch-aaup.bsky.social · 09/01/2026
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UNC Students, Faculty Rally as University Prepares to Shutter 6 Global Studies Centers - Chapelboro.com
The student-organized demonstration urged UNC administrators to reverse course instead of purely looking at the centers as budget expenses.
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UNC-CH AAUP @unc-ch-aaup.bsky.social · 05/01/2026
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.
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UNC-CH AAUP @unc-ch-aaup.bsky.social · 09/12/2025
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...
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Protect Academic Freedom, Our Faculty, Our Communities
Faculty, staff, students, alumni, and community members: The UNC System is preparing to cave to political pressure from the Heritage Foundation, the Oversight Project, and the James Martin Center by ...
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UNC-CH AAUP @unc-ch-aaup.bsky.social · 19/11/2025
Statement about ICE presence on campus unc-ch-aaup.org/assets/joint...
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UNC-CH AAUP @unc-ch-aaup.bsky.social · 19/11/2025
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...
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UNC-CH AAUP @unc-ch-aaup.bsky.social · 18/11/2025
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:
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UNC-CH AAUP @unc-ch-aaup.bsky.social · 18/11/2025
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...
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UNC Chapel Hill Budget Audit Presentation by Dr. Howard Bunsis Commissioned by UE150 & AAUP-NC
YouTube video by UE 150 Workers Union at UNC
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UNC-CH AAUP @unc-ch-aaup.bsky.social · 13/11/2025
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UNC-CH AAUP @unc-ch-aaup.bsky.social · 13/11/2025
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 .
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Budget Audit Presentation RSVP
Join UE150 and AAUP NC CH in a presentation by Howard Bunsis delivering his analysis of the UNC Chapel Hill budget! When: 13 Nov 530-7p Where: 1001 Kerr Hall & Virtual More information: https://chuf...
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UNC-CH AAUP @unc-ch-aaup.bsky.social · 10/11/2025
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...
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News | UNC Chapel Hill AAUP
News from the UNC Chapel Hill chapter of the AAUP
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UNC-CH AAUP @unc-ch-aaup.bsky.social · 08/11/2025
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✊
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UNC-CH AAUP @unc-ch-aaup.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
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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UNC-CH AAUP @unc-ch-aaup.bsky.social · 03/11/2025
www.utexas.edu/academics/te... 🤘
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UNC-CH AAUP @unc-ch-aaup.bsky.social · 27/10/2025
BSM Town Hall TODAY at 6PM … and more upcoming events in this week’s updates: unc-ch-aaup.org/news#2025-10...
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News | UNC Chapel Hill AAUP
News from the UNC Chapel Hill chapter of the AAUP
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UNC-CH AAUP @unc-ch-aaup.bsky.social · 22/10/2025
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...
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PETITION: Reject the Trump Compact – Coalition for Carolina
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Mark Peifer (He, him) @peiferlabunc.bsky.social · 20/10/2025
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
Poster for the event:  Friday Oct 24, 2-4 PM, The Plaza 140 W Franklin, Chapel Hill--across from Target :)
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UNC-CH AAUP @unc-ch-aaup.bsky.social · 20/10/2025
A statement by the Black Student Movement www.instagram.com/p/DPo8EDBAE7...
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UNC-CH AAUP @unc-ch-aaup.bsky.social · 20/10/2025
Upendo, Black Student Movement gathering space closed by UNC administration despite being open to *all* students. www.wral.com/news/local/u...
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UNC students lose access to Upendo Lounge due to DEI policy changes
The UNC System Board of Governors voted in May 2024 to replace its policy on DEI, which has led to the elimination of diversity-related positions, programs and grants at universities across the state,...
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AAUP @aaup.org · 08/10/2025
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👇
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No Kings
As the president escalates his authoritarian power grab, the NO KINGS non-violent movement continues to rise stronger. We are united once again to remind the world: America has No Kings and the power ...
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UNC-CH AAUP @unc-ch-aaup.bsky.social · 09/10/2025
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‘I will never retreat.’ UNC professor defends record after reinstatement
The professor, Dwayne Dixon, snubbed allegations of inciting political violence during a press conference on Wednesday.
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UNC-CH AAUP @unc-ch-aaup.bsky.social · 07/10/2025
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...
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News | UNC Chapel Hill AAUP
News from the UNC Chapel Hill chapter of the AAUP
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UNC-CH AAUP @unc-ch-aaup.bsky.social · 07/10/2025
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...
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News | UNC Chapel Hill AAUP
News from the UNC Chapel Hill chapter of the AAUP
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UNC-CH AAUP @unc-ch-aaup.bsky.social · 03/10/2025
Dwayne Dixon reinstated! Excellent work on direct action @unc-ch-aaup.bsky.social (us!). Power to the people✊.
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UNC-CH AAUP @unc-ch-aaup.bsky.social · 03/10/2025
Show up to the Faculty Council meeting! Demand the Chancellor reinstate Professor Dixon! Friday Oct 3, 3:45pm, 1001 Kerr Hall (Eshelman School of Pharmacy)
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UNC-CH AAUP @unc-ch-aaup.bsky.social · 02/10/2025
We demand Professor Dixon's immediate reinstatement, a public explanation of how this decision was reached, an affirmation of faculty and students’ rights to freedom of speech and expression, and a public apology to Professor Dixon.
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UNC-CH AAUP @unc-ch-aaup.bsky.social · 02/10/2025
AAUP NC and UNC-Chapel Hill AAUP remind UNC administrators of the UNC System Board of Governors Policy on Free Speech and Free Expression, which affirms that “it is not the proper role of any constituent institution to shield individuals from speech protected by the First Amendment, including, without limitation, ideas and opinions they find unwelcome, disagreeable, or even deeply offensive.”
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UNC-CH AAUP @unc-ch-aaup.bsky.social · 02/10/2025
With their cowardly response, UNC's administrators have not only violated Professor Dixon's basic rights. They have also infringed on students' right to an education by taking a professor out of their classroom during the middle of a semester. This unexplained and unjustified decision has intensified an existing campus atmosphere of fear and censorship, further eroding students' and faculty's trust in UNC's administration.
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UNC-CH AAUP @unc-ch-aaup.bsky.social · 02/10/2025
Let's call this what it is: UNC administrators are capitulating to a call from a right-wing group, infamous for attacking faculty, to fire a professor based on an unsubstantiated rumor.
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UNC-CH AAUP @unc-ch-aaup.bsky.social · 02/10/2025
Right-wing activists are attacking Dixon for prior membership in a group that has been inactive since 2019, and are baselessly connecting him to flyers allegedly posted by a different group on a different campus outside of North Carolina. Fox News picked up the story on September 27, 2025, without verifying the existence of the flyers, and apparently this was enough for UNC's administration to remove a professor from the classroom in the middle of the semester and bar him from campus in a manner that is wholly inconsistent with University policies.
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UNC-CH AAUP @unc-ch-aaup.bsky.social · 02/10/2025
On Monday, September 29, 2025, UNC Chapel Hill placed Dwayne Dixon, Teaching Associate Professor of Asian and Middle Eastern Studies, on administrative leave following “recent reports and expressions of concern regarding alleged advocacy of politically motivated violence.”  These “reports” and “expressions of concern” amounted to one unverified social media post and one Fox News story.
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UNC-CH AAUP @unc-ch-aaup.bsky.social · 02/10/2025
AAUP NC and UNC-Chapel Hill AAUP condemn the egregious violation of Professor Dwayne Dixon's First Amendment rights to free speech and free association, his Fourteenth Amendment right to due process, and his academic freedom.
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Bryan Edward Stone (שָׁלוֹם) @bestonetx.bsky.social · 01/10/2025
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.
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UNC-CH AAUP @unc-ch-aaup.bsky.social · 01/10/2025
www.dailytarheel.com/article/2025...
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UNC professor placed on leave following alleged affiliation with 'anti-racist, anti-fascist' organization
Dwayne Dixon, a professor of Asian and Middle Eastern Studies, has been placed on administrative leave effective immediately.
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UNC-CH AAUP @unc-ch-aaup.bsky.social · 24/09/2025
UAW immigration emergency hotline is open for AFT / AAUP members: (888) 416-2110
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