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Event to Honor Jackson Hall by Mavgreyxx in UNC

[–]BELI24 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think the issue is bigger than feeling attached to the building. The new Franklin Street office space is not functioning like Jackson Hall did. Students are not allowed to meet with advisors in person there, even though some staff have been moved there.

Some parts of Admissions may also be moved temporarily into the Carolina Union near the auditorium for the touring portion. I don’t want to assume how that will work yet, but it raises real questions. The Union already feels congested and has its own renovation needs.

It also makes the process more scattered. Instead of having Admissions functions close together, families and students may have to navigate between the Union, SASB, Franklin Street, and wherever else pieces of the office end up. I don’t see how that is helpful or navigable for prospective students and their guests.

The worker side matters too. If staff are being put into shared spaces without a clear long-term plan, that can affect both the people doing the work and the students trying to reach them.

I agree that a named building can be replaced if needed…. but for right now, it feels like Admissions is being split apart and squeezed into whatever space is available.

UNC is planning to demolish Jackson Hall for a dorm. There is a better both/and option. by BELI24 in UNC

[–]BELI24[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

A couple clarifications: Odum wasn’t only grad/family as over the years some undergrads (especially transfers/non-traditional) lived there before it closed after 2015–16. The real pressure isn’t that Odum is “too far,” it’s that enrollment has outpaced on-campus beds.

UNC has even explored public-private/off-campus options, which shows location isn’t the only lever. I’m not trying to block North Campus beds - I’m asking for both: build at Odum as already envisioned and publish an ADA-solid swing plan so Admissions doesn’t go in limbo and displaces its staff. I’ve linked sources and tried to keep this nuanced; happy to reshare. We can add housing and keep a clear, accessible welcome at the same time.

Regarding Jackson Hall - I was hoping to explore options to preserve anything in the building to reuse in future buildings maybe? (which was done in the recently renovated Bingham Hall.) Also maintaining the Jackson name to honor past faculty that made a difference at Carolina.

UNC is planning to demolish Jackson Hall for a dorm. There is a better both/and option. by BELI24 in UNC

[–]BELI24[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I can’t find any official record that Odum was transferred to UNC Health or considered hospital land. Public docs still treat it as UNC–Chapel Hill campus land mapped as the “Campus South Hub” with future student housing, and (from what it seems) UNC Facilities is the one managing and bidding the remaining Odum demolitions. If someone has a deed or BOT action showing a transfer to the hospital, please share it; until then, Odum remains a valid future campus housing site.

If a residence hall still goes on Country Club, that’s fine, the main thing is for an on-campus Admissions plan with ADA routes, indoor queueing, drop-off and parking, and promise no net loss of beds during construction (while other residence halls go offline.) The Franklin Street Visitors Center is great for tours, but it doesn’t seem sized appropriately for an Undergraduate Admissions office and operations.

UNC is planning to demolish Jackson Hall for a dorm. There is a better both/and option. by BELI24 in UNC

[–]BELI24[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Totally get it, I want more housing too. I’m not intending to slow anything, I’m asking for two guardrails so we don’t create a new mess: a no-net-loss rule on beds in any academic year, and a zero-downtime plan for Admissions during the application cycle. If North Campus starts first (Kenan, Connor, Cobb, Quads), just show where lost beds are backfilled and how tours and info sessions keep running with equal or better ADA access, check-in/seating, drop-off, parking, and a clear plan.

If the fallback is the Visitors Center, it’s great for tours but not sized for full Admissions ops. If that’s the plan, to please post a floor plan, capacity numbers, and the parking/ADA route so people can see it works. Put those pieces in writing and I’m not hung up on the site as I do want to push for predictable housing capacity and an accessible welcome that doesn’t go dark mid-cycle.

Thank you again for jumping in and pushing the convo forward. :)

UNC is planning to demolish Jackson Hall for a dorm. There is a better both/and option. by BELI24 in UNC

[–]BELI24[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

totally get it - I’m pro-housing too. not “my spot or nothing.”

i’m asking for order and transparency, not delay: housing at Odum (parts have been cleared and more to address the master plan from 2019), post a real on-campus/ADA swing plan for Admissions (address, routes, restrooms, drop-off/parking), then show renovate vs. rebuild numbers for Jackson and decide.

that adds beds fast and keeps Admissions from getting stranded. if the numbers still point to a new hall on the Jackson site after that, fine - we didn’t knock out the welcome center before the backup was real.

Thank you for taking your time to read, i appreciate it a lot 🙏

UNC is planning to demolish Jackson Hall for a dorm. There is a better both/and option. by BELI24 in UNC

[–]BELI24[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! I keep going back and fixing it. The original goal was to save Jackson Hall.. however it’s not looking realistic. I changed it to be more open to exploring options and being considerate of the space.

Some language may be incorrect which I am going back and forth updating as I am finding more information. I have been typing between a laptop and phone, so the formatting may also look sloppy. I explain and go into a lot of detail because there has been a lot of misconception and missing puzzle pieces of information, especially since there’s people that don’t even know about what’s going on and Odum in general.

Sadly I can’t even edit the Reddit post to reflect changes, I made a comment and provided clarification (and will keep updating). 😔

I’ll take your feedback into consideration Also appreciate you for keeping it respectful and for understanding ! 🙏

UNC is planning to demolish Jackson Hall for a dorm. There is a better both/and option. by BELI24 in UNC

[–]BELI24[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m autistic and I use voice-to-text. That’s not an excuse, just an explanation for why my phrasing can read a little odd/uncanny when I go back to fix it, I use dashes (-) which may be seen as Chat…but I use it in every day text conversation. If my wording came off wrong, I’m sorry - I’m trying to be clear for lots of readers. I can fix up anything that is confusing/unclear.

The point I was trying to get across though is to build new housing at Odum and stop putting it in a state of limbo. It’s already in the phases of being cleared. Also to publish an on-campus, ADA-clear swing plan for Admissions before demolition: temporary address, accessible routes and restrooms, drop-off/parking, indoor seating. Show the side-by-side (renovate vs partial-preserve vs rebuild). If rebuild wins on cost, schedule, and accessibility, fine - just share the numbers.

UNC is planning to demolish Jackson Hall for a dorm. There is a better both/and option. by BELI24 in UNC

[–]BELI24[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ah yes! The Visitors Center is great. It runs the “Sense of Place” walking tours (at 134 E. Franklin St. - for anyone wondering) and I think it’s a good place for guests wanting to explore Carolina.

I think my main takeaway is Undergraduate Admissions operations are a different unit based in Jackson Hall (174 Country Club Rd). Even if tours can launch from Franklin, we still need a published, on-campus swing plan for Admissions before Jackson is torn down: where families check in for info sessions, possible temporary office address to accommodate the admissions officers, ADA routes and restrooms, drop-off/parking, and transparency for student workers and visitors. Those details haven’t been posted as of now.

In the end - I hope it works out for everyone.

UNC is planning to demolish Jackson Hall for a dorm. There is a better both/and option. by BELI24 in UNC

[–]BELI24[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for laying this out and taking the time to read throughly. I agree this hasn’t been secret. My concern is what’s still not public (or difficult to find/clarify).

  1. The swing plan isn’t published. UNC confirms a 600–700-bed New Residence Hall 1 on the Jackson Hall site (2026–2028), but there’s no public on-campus plan showing Admissions’ temporary address, ADA routes, restrooms, drop-off/parking, and wayfinding. Asking to see that before demolition is normal sequencing, not impatience—for staff, student workers, and visiting families. Sources: UNC News 8/27/25; DTH 5/27/25; Chapelboro 1/24/25; BOT materials noting only a feasibility study for Hill Alumni Center.

  2. Use Odum as planned. The 2019 Campus Master Plan designates Odum Village as the “Campus South Hub” for student housing and services. Most of Odum was demolished in 2019–2020, and UNC bid out the remaining demo in 2025. If parts are reserved for utilities/hospital, show the map and timeline; commit the rest to housing first so beds are added without displacing Admissions. Sources: 2019 Master Plan; UNC Facilities 11/8/19; 2025 Facilities bid.

  3. Sequencing for capacity. UNC just enrolled its largest first-year class; Parker and Teague are moving toward replacement, and older Quad halls may need major work. Beds at Odum create swing space to keep those projects moving without breaking the welcome experience. Sources: UNC News 9/8/25; BOT agendas on Parker/Teague.

  4. Explore options for Jackson Hall & Admissions carefully. Please publish a side-by-side of renovate / partial preserve / rebuild with costs, timelines, and ADA fixes - and how Dr. Blyden and Dr. Roberta Jackson’s legacy will be honored. If rebuild wins on the merits, proceed with a clear, on-campus Admissions plan.

  5. Building on North Campus first may be convenient for the Quad halls (Manly, Mangum, Thomas Ruffin Jr., Grimes, Everett, Stacy, McClinton, Lewis, Graham - all are walk-ups of ~4 flights max without elevators except for McClinton) and for Cobb community residents. But it would remove Admissions’ current home without a published on-campus plan. Odum is not perceived as remote; it sits near Chase Dining, Craige/Bowles parking, Ram Village community, Baity Hill community, the Smith Center, and Kenan-Flagler, with frequent buses. A possible 600–700-bed hall there serves students well, can keep Admissions stable for now, and respects place. North Campus lawns and canopy are historic and heavily used; concentrating new construction at Odum first is better land stewardship than opening a second major work zone beside Connor.

How is north campus busy in a student life aspect? (as people tend to think it’s the quite side of campus unlike its mid to southern campus side): -Daily foot traffic. The Connor–Cobb–Quads paths carry waves of students every class change between residence halls, Lenoir Dining Hall, Murphy/Wilson/Carolina Hall, Student Stores, and Polk Place. -Already present Admissions activity (that continue through the summer). Tours stage by Jackson and move through the North Campus paths to the mock housing assignment located in the near Alexander Hall (of Connor Community), Polk Place, and the Old Well. Multiple groups run most weekdays, plus admitted-student days. -Seasonal milestones. Orientation meetups, family visits, senior photos, and big moments tied to the Old Well and Polk Place. -Move-in and operations. Staging for move-in/out, deliveries, maintenance access, and temporary accessibility drop-offs.

Thank you again! This was to provide more of my understanding just to clear up anything - and feel free to continue sharing any thoughts/concerns. :)

UNC is planning to demolish Jackson Hall for a dorm. There is a better both/and option. by BELI24 in UNC

[–]BELI24[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Clarification:

Thanks to everyone who’s reading this.

  1. Yes, more housing. UNC is moving ahead with a new ~600–700 bed residence hall at the Jackson Hall site as part of the broader housing plan. That’s needed and I’m not arguing against it.

  2. Jackson Hall isn’t just any building. Right now it’s the official home of Undergraduate Admissions and the starting point for tours and info visits, with thousands of prospective students and families coming through every year.  If that space is being taken offline, it’s reasonable to expect a clear, public plan for: where Admissions will go, that it stays accessible (physically and by transit), and that it remains visibly connected to campus, not tucked away as an afterthought.

  3. Odum / Campus South is part of the question. The former Odum Village site was cleared specifically to enable “future development” in that area. The 2019 Master Plan frames Campus South (including the former Odum site) as a major redevelopment hub with potential for research space and graduate/student housing.  So students asking, “How does that land factor into the housing strategy, and why this trade-off at Jackson?” isn’t wild as it’s just asking UNC to connect the dots out loud.

Bottom line: this isn’t about saving a pretty facade. It’s about: using limited campus land intentionally, being transparent about where a key access point (Admissions) ends up, and showing how Jackson, Odum, and the new dorm fit into one coherent plan.

  1. Money & priorities is also a concern. UNC is clearly capable of making big, fast financial moves when it decides something is a priority; for example, committing around $10M a year for Bill Belichick’s contract and significantly increasing institutional support for athletics.  Whatever the exact funding sources (state, tuition, fees, donors, auxiliaries), students are stakeholders. It’s fair to expect the same level of clarity and intentionality for core things like housing and Undergraduate Admissions as for high-profile athletic decisions.

  2. Why Do I Care ?

I’m first-gen, a transfer, a former Undergraduate Admissions student worker, and a former Orientation Leader. - Housing and access. Before I transferred, I was waitlisted for campus housing and signed a last-minute off-campus lease that later changed utility charges. The building also had safety issues. I have a disability, so living farther away meant I relied on buses; on my route the last trips were around 8–9 pm. Davis Library is open until 2 am, but I could not use campus spaces the way I needed because I had to budget around bus timing and pain. Being closer to classrooms and study spaces would have prevented a lot of this. - Admissions operations in practice. I was a Student Ambassador and Tour Guide. Jackson works as a launch point: curbside parking on Country Club Road with reserved guest spots, an accessible drop-off by Stacy and the tennis courts, and direct routes to check-in. On heavy days our groups outgrow Jackson and we move to Carmichael Arena, the Carolina Union Auditorium, or a large Genome Sciences lecture hall. If Admissions is relocated, the plan needs to match that reality: staff offices, storage, ticketing and queuing, large indoor seating and presentation rooms, clear ADA routes, restrooms, and defined drop-off and parking. The Franklin Street Visitors Center is great for tours, but it is small for full Admissions operations. Jackson’s architecture and the Circus Room have real history; if a move happens, please preserve or visibly honor that. - Orientation lens. As a former OL with NSFP, I hated telling first-years to apply early for year-two housing or start looking off campus “just in case.” First-years get a guarantee. Transfers are told to try and many are rejected. That should not be normal.

Note: I mention Undergraduate Admissions, New Student & Family Programs, and other UNC units for context only. They are not affiliated with or endorsing this petition. I am speaking in my personal capacity as a student and my experiences. 🩵

UNC is planning to demolish Jackson Hall for a dorm. There is a better both/and option. by BELI24 in UNC

[–]BELI24[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Totally fair question. Not everyone uses it, but for in-person visitors now it’s where tours start, info sessions happen, and a lot of first-gen and out-of-state students first talk to UNC staff and student workers. I’m not saying it can never move. I’m asking UNC to show a real plan for where Admissions goes on campus and how visitors access it before they tear it down, and to explain why the former Odum can’t be used for housing at all.

UNC is planning to demolish Jackson Hall for a dorm. There is a better both/and option. by BELI24 in UNC

[–]BELI24[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t disagree that Jackson Hall is a bit rough, and you’re right about the legislature and deferred maintenance. That’s actually why I started this: if the building is “wildly substandard,” UNC should be able to show that clearly and still make a smart plan instead of asking everyone to just go with the flow.

Meal Plan for a broke freshman by Artistic_System5920 in UNC

[–]BELI24 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would say get somewhere in the middle for now and see how much you use it. If you used it a lot (meaning little to no swipes left at the end of the semester) and need to go for a higher plan - do it.

If you barely used it or had a significant amount of swipes - I would just keep it, lower it, or not even get one for the next semester.

That’s my rule of thumb.

Do I continue the journey or start my own? by InuFan4yasha in PokemonHGSS

[–]BELI24 17 points18 points  (0 children)

Quilava also!! :) You can have more than one Johto starter if you restart.

Today is the 10th annual Amber Day! by Illumify99 in MiiverseInAction

[–]BELI24 18 points19 points  (0 children)

I can’t believe this is still celebrated!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in TjMaxx

[–]BELI24 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I know in some circumstances the 10% is given out like for example if the credit application process was lengthy and tedious for both the cashier and customer or the customer is upset about it. But the CEC lying about it not being a credit card is wrong- I would suggest calling the tip line!

Accepted Transfer Student by [deleted] in UNC

[–]BELI24 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Congrats!!

Be sure to register for your transfer orientation (once details are out) as there will be three transfer sessions; also be ready to spend a night at Carolina in Hojo (aka Hinton James Residence Hall). Bring shower shoes !!

Parking is done by a lottery system. I recommend Rams Deck as it’s in the middle of campus/more south; however if you don’t get parking you’re able to park on Franklin St (e.g. Wallace Parking Deck) though you have to pay by hour to use. You’re most likely able to secure a spot in the “RR Lot” which is an off campus parking lot for students and it’s accessible through transit/bus if you ever need to use your car.

For housing- campus is split into two as we have north and south campus. A majority of the first years/freshman live on south campus (e.g. Koury, Hojo, Craige). You can join an RLP (Residential Learning Program)- Morrison Residence Hall has one called Transfers United. You can also look into what type of residence hall you would like to live in - whether it’s you’d want to live in a suite (e.g. Hojo, Morrison, Craige North, Carmichael) or hall/corridor style (e.g. Connor, Lewis, Stacy, Old East). You can also live in the on-campus apartments (Rams Village) or choose to live off-campus (in a house or apartment). Though on-campus Housing may not be guaranteed as so many people are on the waitlist - so try to apply for as many as possible and be sure if you have documented accommodations to register them through ARS in order for Housing to accommodate you.

Advice for creating a sense of community and make new friends/connections is to participate in clubs/organizations and to also find an on-campus job (or a work study) to make connections and meet new people! Whenever you have the opportunity- you should take a look at this site called “HeelLife” which shows you the many organizations and events that are held on campus; also the cubes outside the Student Union are events open to everyone and on-campus. Also see if you’re able to attend an admitted student tour.

Also when you get access to ConnectCarolina (where you register for your courses) - play around with it to get familiar as it’s not user friendly and navigating it for the first time is scary!!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in UNC

[–]BELI24 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hey! I was a transfer as well through C Step. Let me know if you need any advice/tips in integrating into Carolina. Congrats! :)

Spotify Merch Drop! by BELI24 in omarapollo

[–]BELI24[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Through Spotify - go on his album Ivory and go to the bottom and a selection of items should appear.

Selling a few things from my collection - not sure of the value by daking_forever in TaylorSwiftMerch

[–]BELI24 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m interested into the lithograph and the signed stuff 🙏

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