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Weeknight parking program begins Aug. 15

On Aug. 15, a program will go into effect that charges for parking on campus from 5 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. Monday through Friday.

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Leadership
Update on Diversity and Inclusion from Interim Chancellor Kevin M. Guskiewicz
Interim Chancellor Guskiewicz shares updates on efforts to foster diversity, equity and inclusion at Carolina.
Around Campus
The start of a new school year
With boxes and suitcases in tow, thousands of undergraduate students began moving into residence halls this morning. The move-in marked the start of a busy week that will help new Tar Heels get to know the campus, build community, make new friends and prepare for classes.
Around Campus
Carolina welcomes more than 5,000 new undergraduate students to campus
The students represent the most geographically diverse and globally engaged group to enroll at Carolina.
University News
Message from Interim Chancellor Guskiewicz on new general counsel
Charles Marshall brings a wealth of knowledge and diverse legal experience to this role. His broad expertise in digital media and data privacy will be vitally important for protecting the University in today’s landscape of privacy threats and rapid technological change.
Academics
Ida B. Wells Society for Investigative Reporting comes to Carolina
The group works to educate news organizations and journalists on how the inclusion of diverse voices can raise the caliber, impact and visibility of investigative journalism as a means of promoting transparency and good government.
University News
Message from University leaders on free speech laws and policies
Carolina is committed to fostering an environment where intellectual engagement flourishes. The free exchange of ideas is what makes ours a vibrant academic community, and we will continue our longstanding traditions of protecting free speech.

Carolina in the News

Aug 11, 2019
He Built A $2.5 Billion Business At Age 50 That Is Disrupting A 7,000 Year Old Industry
Forbes
Aug 9, 2019
Popular kids influence school culture — but only to an extent
Education Dive
Aug 10, 2019
UNC professor turns to hip-hop to expand music education, and to change the world
The New York Times
Aug 7, 2019
These are four steps to becoming a dynamic learner
World Economic Forum

Social media

- The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
  Throughout the summer, #UNC23 students voted on a logo for a banner that will hang in the Carolina Union’s Great Hall for the next four years. It's a recent tradition led by the UNC General Alumni Association. The selected logo will be unveiled for the first time Sunday night a...
- The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
  Anson Dorrance is a 22-time national champion, a FIFA Women’s World Cup winner, a National Soccer Hall of Fame member, a 1974 distinguished #UNC graduate and the 2019 New Student Convocation speaker. He gave us a preview of what he'll be sharing on Sunday evening!
- The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
  What special items did Tar Heels bring with them to Carolina to remind them of home? We met them during move-in to find out! Read more: https://unc.live/31GZefq
- The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
  With boxes and suitcases in tow, thousands of undergraduate students began moving into residence halls Friday morning. The move-in marked the start of a busy week that will help new Tar Heels get to know the campus, build community, make new friends and prepare for classes. Some ...
- The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
  It's the quiz sensation sweeping Tar Heel Nation! How many questions did you get right? 👀
- The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
  It's happening! #UNC23 is HERE! Go behind the numbers and get a better understanding of the most geographically diverse and globally engaged group to enroll at Carolina 🐏
- @UNC
  RT @KevinGuskiewicz: Please read the updates I shared today on our diversity and inclusion efforts. We are always striving for inclusive ex…
- @UNC
  RT @KevinGuskiewicz: Afternoon bagels with @unchillel was the perfect snack on the Quad this hot day! Great opportunity to meet both new an…
- @UNC
  @ncwomenssoccer @LucyBronze @OLfeminin There will be no shortage of @ncwomenssoccer star power on display in this matchup! ⤵️ #GoHeels https://t.co/3MpNQ0f7M0
- @UNC
  World Cup Silver Ball winner and former @ncwomenssoccer national champion @LucyBronze returned home to Carolina this week. And while she was wearing the shirt of her club @OLfeminin, Coach Anson Dorrance spotted her true blue 💙🐏 #GoHeels https://t.co/Mb27sBcJRf
- @UNC
  Hear that sound? Campus is buzzing again as we welcome thousands of students back to Chapel Hill. But that's not all that happened at Carolina this week. See what you might've missed! ⚡️ “This week's top moments at #UNC | Aug. 11-17” https://t.co/VO1GMAwdfp
- @UNC
  Banners are kind of a thing around here 😤 Tonight at New Student Convocation, #UNC23 will get its first look at the class banner design that got the most votes this summer! The @UNCGAA gave us a sneak preview 👀 #UNC | #UNCWOW2019 https://t.co/LWhshXVLPw

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