Sustainability and the environment
At Carolina, faculty, staff and students are seeking and creating solutions to address the effects of climate change and seek environmental justice.
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230 years of public service
UNC-Chapel Hill is at the heart of what’s next, preparing talented students from different perspectives and life experiences to become creators, explorers, entrepreneurs and leaders. Tar Heels develop a voice for critical thought and the courage to guide change.
Carolina’s nationally recognized teaching, groundbreaking research and dedication to public service continue a legacy that began when the University was chartered in 1789 and opened to students four years later.
- 1stand only public university in the United States to award degrees in the 18th century.
- No. 1public university in the South (Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education 2022 College Rankings)
- No. 4public school in the country in U.S. News & World Report's 2024 Best Colleges rankings.
- 60national championships won by the Tar Heels
Meet a Tar Heel
December graduate helps Maui fire recovery
David Kim’s degree in health care administration and his military and work experience prepared him to respond.
Couple combines medicine and matrimony
Fourth-year medical students Cy and Kandis Fogleman share a love for rural medicine, service and each other.
Entrepreneur brings ‘can do’ approach to Carolina
A bad haircut led Andres Valdiri of Wilmington to design an app to help others avoid his fate.
Explore Carolina
See what Tar Heels are up to on campus and beyond.
Started at Carolina, excelling everywhere
The education we provide at Carolina puts Tar Heels in position to succeed in whatever they choose to pursue. See how recent alums are using their skills, knowledge and passions to make an impact.
Pride at Carolina
During Pride Week, Carolina highlights the history, inclusion, intersectionality, expression and advocacy within LGBTQIA+ communities.
Celebrating our graduate students
This week we recognize the many contributions graduate and professional students make to research, teaching, and service at Carolina.
The Well
News from Carolina
Trash Force picks up after campus
What started as an extra credit opportunity grew into a club who has fun keeping Carolina clean.
Nature is good for kids
A new study from FPG researchers suggests preschoolers living near green space have better mental health.
Men’s golf claims first ACC title since 2006
The Tar Heels defeated Florida State in Charlotte to earn their 12th conference championship.
In pictures
Soon-to-be grads strike a pose
Walk around Carolina during April and you won't be able to miss the large number of students taking graduation photos. Whether it be at the Old Well, in front of Wilson Library or anywhere else on campus, members of the Class of 2024 are putting on their regalia and smiling for the camera.
(Photos by Johnny Andrews and Jon Gardiner, University Communications)
University Calendar
- UNC Symposium on AI and Society
UNC Symposium on AI and Society
Brooks Computer Science Building
Thu, April 2509:00 am
- UNC Symposium on AI and Society
UNC Symposium on AI and Society
Brooks Computer Science Building
Fri, April 2609:15 am
- Carolina Blood Drive
Carolina Blood Drive
Dean E. Smith Center
Wed, May 107:00 am
- Spring Mindfulness Celebration
Spring Mindfulness Celebration
Grassy area in front of Wilson Library. Rain location: FedEx Global Education Center, 2nd Floor Atrium
Thu, May 212:00 pm