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Accolades
Read stories about the awards, honors and recognition Tar Heels receive for their work that improves North Carolina, the nation and world.
Willow Taylor Chiang Yang selected as Barry scholar
The 2025 graduate will pursue a master’s in political research at the University of Oxford in England.
Juniors Shiva Rajbhandari and Faith Austin named Truman scholars
It’s the first time in 22 years two Tar Heels earned the public service and leadership honor.
Barbara Entwisle joins American Academy of Arts and Sciences
The sociologist and former vice chancellor for research was among 252 elected to one of the nation’s oldest honor societies.
Rowena Dzorvakpor’s dual degree combines healthcare, business knowledge
The immigrant from Ghana hopes to use her experiences at Carolina to impact insurance groups or pharmaceutical companies.
2026 Public Service Awards honor leaders who improve lives
This year’s honorees include an arthritis researcher, an expert on bullying and a group of pharmacy students.
2026 Massey Awards honor service to Carolina
Six employees are recognized for “unusual, meritorious or superior contributions” across nearly 150 years of combined University service.