The soccer legend and 1994 Carolina graduate addressed 6,800-plus Tar Heel graduates in a ceremony presided over by Chancellor Lee H. Roberts.
Keynote speaker Don Baucom gave the ceremony a new slogan and celebrated the power of relationships.
Several temporary changes will be in effect before and after the ceremony to support safe and efficient access.
In this video, see what the newest group of Tar Heel graduates studied during their time at Carolina.
Tar Heel basketball player’s Pup Park Shuttle is changing the game in doggie day care.
After graduation from the UNC School of Education, Yakob Lemma will pursue a doctorate in educational leadership.
Doctoral candidate Angelica Cristello Sarteau blends cross-cultural fluency and scientific rigor to improve diabetes care.
Work experience and studies overseas helped Benny Klein reimagine the second half of his Carolina journey.
The late Chuck Stone, former Carolina journalism professor, was also honored with a special citation.
Addressing the Class of 2025 is an “incredible honor” for the soccer superstar and Spring Commencement speaker.