Saying thank you

Watch the video to see graduates share the Carolina experiences and opportunities that have made an impact on their lives.

By Johnny Andrews, University Communications, Tuesday, May 15th, 2018

The Carolina careers of more than 5,000 Tar Heels came to a close this weekend at Commencement. Before they left Chapel Hill, they shared the experiences from the University that will leave a lasting impact on their lives.

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