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Autumn on Campus

Fall at UNC Asheville is one of the most beautiful times on campus. Enjoy these photos from this year’s socially-distanced Turning of the Maples celebration, featuring a Live at Lunch performance by the student songwriting and bluegrass ensembles.

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Turning of the Maples Virtual 5K

UNC Asheville's favorite fall tradition is on the move and coming to you, for a celebration wherever you are. Read More

TheatreUNCA To “Stage” the Classic Greek Tragedy "Antigone" as a Radio Drama Podcast, Streaming Oct. 18-25

TheatreUNCA will bring Sophocles’ ancient Greek tragedy "Antigone" to life as a radio drama podcast… Learn More

How to Get Students to Vote in a Pandemic? Get Creative

From The Chronicle of Higher Education: UNC Asheville students have been forced to think of new ways to educate classmates on the process and get them out to the polls. Read More

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Research as a Form of Activism: UNC Asheville Sociology Courses Explore Inequalities and Solutions

For students in Assistant Professor Megan Underhill’s sociology courses, the work of changing the world… Learn More

Not All Heroes Wear Capes

Some simply wear masks and stay six feet apart. From the NC Policy Collaboratory. Read More

From the Classroom to the Polls

Students explore voting theory ahead of the 2020 elections. Read More

COVID-19 Updates

COVID-19 Campus Updates

Stay up-to-date on the latest COVID-19 campus announcements. Learn More

Fall 2020 Classes

In-person instruction will resume in Fall 2020 as public health conditions allow. Learn More

Fall 2020 Video Tours

Learn about the health and safety measures in place and how to navigate campus. Learn More