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‘Find your why’

Winter Commencement marked the graduation of 1,194 master’s students, 834 undergraduates, 269 doctoral students and 13 professional students.

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University News
Message from Chancellor Carol L. Folt on the UNC System Board of Governors decision and our next steps
We will take direction from the BOG about the best ways to collaborate with them on the process to prepare a revised plan by the March 15 deadline.
University News
Message from Chancellor Carol L. Folt and Provost Robert A. Blouin on Mark Merritt
Vice Chancellor and General Counsel Mark Merritt will leave Carolina at the end of the year to rejoin the Robinson Bradshaw law firm in Charlotte, where he was a litigator for 33 years.
Academics
225 years of Tar Heels: Susan Credle
Susan Credle, a 1985 graduate of the School of Media and Journalism, is the global chief creative officer at FCB Global, a marketing communications agency that provides work in 80 countries.
Health and Medicine
Dr. A. Wesley Burks appointed CEO of UNC Health Care, dean of School of Medicine
Dr. A. Wesley Burks is currently the executive dean for the UNC School of Medicine and a member of UNC Health Care’s senior leadership team.
Health and Medicine
225 years of Tar Heels: Raj Panjabi
A graduate of the UNC School of Medicine, Raj Panjabi founded Last Mile Health, an organization dedicated to closing healthcare gaps in Liberia.
Arts and Humanities
225 years of Tar Heels: Michael Piller
Throughout his career, Carolina graduate Michael Piller was a co-creator, executive producer, creative consultant and head writer for the Star Trek franchise.

Carolina in the News

Dec 16, 2018
The complications of getting back in shape after a pregnancy
The Washington Post
Dec 14, 2018
Analysis of 2,000 Brains Provides Clues to Schizophrenia, Autism
The Scientist
Dec 12, 2018
Women’s breast cancer risk increases after childbirth, study suggests
USA Today
Dec 11, 2018
North Carolina can lead the fight against climate change if we make it our priority
The News and Observer

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- The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
  🎓 Graduating from Carolina is an experience like no other. At this year's Winter #UNCgrad ceremony, these Tar Heels added a personal touch for their special day. See the meaning behind their special caps ⬇️ https://unc.live/2BwNkcC
- The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
  🔊: https://unc.live/2nAAgwx This week on "Focus Carolina," #UNC's Dr. Cedric Bright underscores the importance of his work to help underrepresented students successfully compete for admission to health professional schools — and how it helps improve healthcare all across Nor...
- The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
  In recognition of the 25th anniversary of her graduation from Carolina, former #UNC student-athlete Mia Hamm will be honored with the prestigious NCAA Silver Anniversary Award! Congratulations, Tar Heel!
- The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
  More than 2,300 Tar Heels became Carolina alumni on Sunday as we celebrated Winter Commencement! Discover how these graduates will use their newly-earned degrees to serve North Carolina and the world #UNCgrad
- The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
  1️⃣ Savor the journey 2️⃣ Find what fills your soul 3️⃣ Be kind to those you meet along the way Those were the takeaways former Vice Chancellor Winston Crisp offered the newest Carolina alumni during today's Winter #UNCgrad. Congrats, Tar Heels! 🎉
- The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
  "To say 'we're proud' just doesn't fully explain how we feel." As we celebrate Winter Commencement today, watch these Tar Heels read letters from those who have been by their sides from the beginning: https://unc.live/2GeEfLq 💙 #UNCgrad
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  RT @MoveUNC: 'Tis the Season! Here's a look at Transportation and Parking customer service, P2P services, parking enforcement, and local t…
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  A picture is worth a thousand words, but we'd say "pride" sums these up 💙 #UNCgrad https://t.co/GEL6ARamzO https://t.co/wZVqQPlFOp
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  The best gift of all this holiday season? The gift of life 💙 Join us for the rescheduled 20th annual Holiday @UNCBloodDrive on Jan. 8. More info 👇🏽 #BleedCarolinaBlue https://t.co/robEpvVNg1
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  RT @UNCPolice: Officers from UNC Police & other local police agencies shared cheer (and a bit of spending cash for a shopping trip to the H…
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  Dr. Cedric Bright is a dream maker. See how he helps underserved students successfully compete for admission to health professional schools through the Medical Education Development program here at #UNC ⬇️ https://t.co/Pn3cOtYrvb https://t.co/ADmD31fAPZ
- @UNC
  There's no feeling like zipping up that Carolina blue gown, turning your tassel and leaving this home away from home. We're so proud of the more than 2,300 students who we celebrated at our Winter #UNCgrad ceremony! We can't wait to see what you do next 💙 https://t.co/6Vi7618L...