Sofia Bartholomew
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Queens University News Service
Nearly two decades after the hazing death of 19-year-old Harrison Kowiak at Lenoir-Rhyne University, North Carolina has enacted Harrison’s Law, expanding the definition of hazing and increasing criminal penalties. We examine what the new law changes, the federal landscape for hazing and whether stronger statutes can truly shift campus culture.
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Palmer Magri/WFAEUnion County Public Schools led North Carolina in state exam proficiency for the second consecutive year, while Cabarrus and Gaston County schools also reported significant gains in student performance. -
WFAECharlotte-Mecklenburg Schools saw gains across all 18 state testing categories, according to data the state released Wednesday.
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Latino students and English learners in Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools made academic gains last school year despite heightened federal immigration enforcement. -
The share of North Carolina students who were proficient for their grade level was the highest it's been in the past three years for all tested subjects, except fourth grade reading. -
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Board of Education wants the district to review whether its payroll practices comply with state law regarding teacher pay schedules. -
UNC Charlotte has set a new enrollment record for the third consecutive year.The university said more than 33,000 students are enrolled for the fall semester, up from about 32,200 last year. -
Three members of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Board of Education abstained from voting to release the results of an investigation into Superintendent Crystal Hill. -
As students head back to school, many teachers are also gathering supplies for their classrooms. A local nonprofit is helping ease that burden by providing free school supplies to educators serving high-poverty schools. -
The investigation into Crystal Hill cost taxpayers at least $379,000, according to public records released Friday. -
Students, staff and faculty had the chance to ask Koch questions about studying in Ghana, working in Antarctica and of course — her venture to the far side of the moon. -
This weekend, the North Carolina Transportation Museum will play host to the America 250 Locomotive Celebration, honoring the nation’s semiquincentennial. -
Wake County Public Schools has a new task force to promote student attendance. Kingswood Magnet Elementary has been welcoming students with music and high fives every morning, and has a lower absenteeism rate than the district.
