Serving North Carolina, changing the world
With a theme of “Back to Basics,” this year’s University Research Week will celebrate the power of foundational research and its multidisciplinary impact.
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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.
- 61national championships won by the Tar Heels
Meet a Tar Heel
‘Swimterns’ spent summer in rivers and labs
The Molchanov scholars program funded environmentally focused internships for Eloise MacLean and Tayton Alvis.
First-year student is a mental health advocate
At 16, Idania Rodriguez founded a nonprofit information hub and aims to “push her mission” at Carolina.
Hussman researcher promotes truth in the news
Heesoo Jang, who helped create a fact-checking service in South Korea, now focuses on U.S. media.
Explore Carolina
See what Tar Heels are up to on campus and beyond.
Imagine your Heelprint
When Tar Heels arrive on our campus at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, they meet a world of possibilities. In Chapel Hill, we’re all part of the same Tar Heel team, and everyone has a role to play. See how Tar Heels are leaving their Heelprint.
It’s a great day to be a Tar Heel
Meet Tar Heels who are creating a positive impact on the world by improving communities and inspiring change through their extraordinary talents.
A special University Day
UNC-Chapel Hill celebrated its history and the installation of Chancellor Lee H. Roberts Oct. 11.
The Well
News from Carolina
Folklore goes digital
In her 27-year career in American studies, Patricia Sawin has studied culture through oral histories and cat memes.
Community classes promote digital literacy
Locals learn tech skills at a SILS-run workshop series at Chapel Hill and Durham libraries.
Human resources honors longest-serving employees
“We are better because of you,” Vice Chancellor Becci Menghini told faculty and staff with 25-plus years on the job.
In pictures
Employee Appreciation Day 2024
Carolina's faculty and staff played games, posed for pictures in a photo booth, rode a mechanical bull and enjoyed snacks Oct. 18 during the annual Employee Appreciation Day, sponsored by the Office of Human Resources.
(Photos by Jon Gardiner/UNC-Chapel Hill)
Must-see UNC
Check out photos and videos capturing the Tar Heel experience
Take a look at this artistic and scientific crossover
Students merge printmaking and biology in Bob Goldstein and Beth Grabowski’s interdepartmental course.
These numbers show what makes Carolina special
In this Carolina basketball-inspired video, learn the statistics that put the University above the rest.
Carolina’s Music Library moves to new home
In this video, learn about what the new space in Davis Library has to offer anyone with an interest in music.
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University Research Week
Wilson Library
Thu, October 2408:00 am
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Planting for Pollinators & Hummingbirds
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Supporting North Carolina’s Caregivers
Friday Conference Center
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University Research Week
Wilson Library
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