Leadership
Leading Public Health Into The 21st Century
“We are training the next generation of public health leaders..."
The University
of the People
In his 1993 bicentennial address, UNC alumnus Charles Kuralt reminded us that, as the nation’s first public university, Carolina is “The University of the People.” His words captured perfectly what makes Carolina great — its people. Here are the stories of some of those people who, together, showcase the broad impact Carolina makes in the state, nation and world. By supporting them and our public, the possibilities are limitless.
For All Game Changers
Student Support
Healthy Girls Save the World
“I am constantly thinking about how to develop HGSW into a sustainable and thriving organization.”
Research
Pioneering A Solution To Water Scarcity
What if nanotechnology could be used to extract minerals from water so effectively that mining became obsolete?
Carolina 225
A Mentor For Life
Gary Koch, Ph.D., has made a profound impact on Carolina.
For All Dreamers
Student Support
Doubling down on a commitment to access
"North Carolinians have a deep faith in the power of higher education to change lives."
Student Support
Best of Both Worlds
“I loved that Carolina…offered a broader educational opportunity for me. It’s been the best of both worlds…”
Faculty Support
History Honored, History Heard
Chaitra Powell strengthens the special collections library in its quest to document and expand knowledge.
For All Visionaries
Research
Predicting Autism
Predicting autism had never been possible...
Student Support
A Helping Hand in 3-D
Jeff Powell ’15 has been building things for as long as he can remember.
Environment
Innovation for a Sustainable Future
“When we think about the future, we have to think about clean technology."
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Leading Public Health Into The 21st Century
“We are training the next generation of public health leaders..."
DiversityChallenging Preconceptions
“It clicked for me that Carolina was the place I wanted to be.”
Faculty SupportWhere She Needed To Be
"It was the right thing to do, and I felt that calling to help people around the world.”
SciencesMore Than Just Pushing A button
“I feel really proud, and I like to put pride into the work I put out.”
AlumniFor Something That Had Been Denied
In 1951, five African-American law school students desegregated the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
AlumniA Carolina Alumni Network In China
Carolina’s global alumni presence is particularly strong in China.
AlumniAgainst All Odds
Defending black students’ education rights was Julius Chamber’s first landmark case, but certainly not his last.
DiversityLinking academics, cultures and people
Carolina’s joint degree program is broadening students’ perspectives.
ResearchSolving Water Shortages
The world is facing an unprecedented water crisis. Only half of households can access water at home.
InnovationFinding An Intellectually Stimulating Environment
"I really liked the process of trying to understand."
Student SupportHonoring The Memory Of A Dedicated, Vibrant Librarian
“What she was signing up for was not just putting labels on books..."
Student SupportThe Boldest Goal
"Our intention is to give our students the edge they need..."