Carolina throwback: the 1990s
Hit the rewind button to a time when Tar Heels styled neon windbreakers, baggy pants and Hard Rock Cafe T-shirts.
Watch campus scenes from the ‘90sHome
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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
Chancellor’s Science Scholar builds on late dad’s work
The daughter of a surgical oncologist, Logan Amos will research cancer and microbiology.
Building a better battery
Scientists don’t understand a lot about the process that charges batteries. Miguel Reyna’s research may improve that understanding and improve batteries, as well.
Bob Pleasants finds joy in research
The “born and raised” Tar Heel who’s worked at Carolina since 2009 is featured in the UNC Research series “Rooted.”
The Well
Latest news from Carolina
Women defend against hackers in exchange program
UNC Global’s partnership with Japan’s Nagoya University lets female undergraduates explore cybersecurity careers.
A message from University leadership: Carolina Women’s Center update
In a message to campus, Chancellor Kevin M. Guskiewicz and Vice Provost for Equity and Inclusion and Chief Diversity Officer Leah Cox announced Dr. Shauna Harris as the new director of the Carolina Women's Center.
Changes improve student registration experience
The University updated registration, reservations and waitlisting to make the processes fairer and more transparent.
University Calendar
- Applied Physical Sciences Colloquium, Nina Miolane
Applied Physical Sciences Colloquium, Nina Miolane
Chapman Hall
Tue, November 2804:00 pm
- Departmental Student Recital
Departmental Student Recital
Hill Hall
Wed, November 2903:30 pm
- Charanga Carolina
Charanga Carolina
Hill Hall
Sat, December 208:00 pm
- Artists' Talk: The Durham Palette
Artists' Talk: The Durham Palette
North Carolina Botanical Garden
Fri, December 807:00 pm