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Discover the many pathways to Carolina↗
Giving tours of Carolina strengthened Gillian Kepley’s love for it
Working at the UNC Visitors Center helped the new graduate afford a college education that will allow her to serve North Carolinians.
For Zoe Tang, Carolina is a place to thrive↗
Inspired by her mother's cancer diagnosis, this first-year student knows Chapel Hill is the right place to launch her medical career.
Charles Hands is keeping his promise to the Carolina Covenant↗
Once a first-generation college student from Wilmington, this Charlotte attorney makes the case for the financial and communal power of the Carolina Covenant.
231 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. 5public school in the country in U.S. News & World Report's 2025 Best Colleges rankings.
- No. 9among U.S. research institutions and top in NC for research activity (National Science Foundation)
- 62national championships won by the Tar Heels
Meet a Tar Heel
This scientist builds living machines
Ronit Freeman uses nature’s building blocks to create innovative technologies to detect and fight disease.
Kara Hume strives to offer fitness for all
The autism researcher is building an exercise program called Power Hour for people of varying abilities.
This Royster studies oysters
Doctoral student Nick Funnell’s fieldwork focuses on shellfish important to the state’s economy and ecology.
Explore Carolina
See what Tar Heels are up to on campus and beyond.
Driving the Tar Heel state
The Tar Heel Bus Tour gave faculty and administrators a chance to learn about the places students call home and explore UNC-Chapel Hill’s work and partnerships across the state.
Congratulations, Class of 2025!
A new class of Tar Heels joined the proud ranks of Tar Heel alumni as thousands of friends and family members applauded their achievements.
Meet the Class of 2025
Carolina’s newest graduates excelled in the classroom, conducted research, won national championships and served their country. Learn about their lasting impacts on our campus community and how they left their heelprints on Carolina.
The Well
News from Carolina
Carolina wins fourth women’s lacrosse national title
The Tar Heels capped a 22-0 season with a 12-8 victory over Northwestern.
Tar Heels slug way to ninth ACC Tournament title
Carolina defeated Clemson, 14-4, and will now host the Chapel Hill regional in the NCAA Tournament this weekend.
Meet the alumni who created the Shibumi Shade
The popular canopy that looks like a windsock is now a fixture on about 800 beaches globally.
Must-see UNC
Check out photos and videos capturing the Tar Heel experience
Carolina alum gives pups a new way to play
Tar Heel basketball player’s Pup Park Shuttle is changing the game in doggie day care.
Watch Mia Hamm’s Spring Commencement speech
The 1994 graduate and soccer legend imparted wisdom about the values of teamwork and encouraged graduates to “carry the water.”
Photos from Spring Commencement
Tar Heels in the Class of 2025 celebrated their accomplishments under the lights at Kenan Stadium.
- Yoga Under the Stars
Yoga Under the Stars
Morehead Planetarium and Science Center
Wed, May 2806:00 pm
- North Carolina Medicaid Symposium
North Carolina Medicaid Symposium
North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences: Nature Research Center
Fri, May 3009:00 am
- From Cooking to Basketball: Human Skill Learning in the Age of AI
From Cooking to Basketball: Human Skill Learning in the Age of AI
The Friday Center
Tue, June 306:30 pm