Parents
Business Moms
“They’ll see mom did it…”
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
Carolina 225
Undergrads Rally to Help Classmate Power Up
When a UNC Kenan-Flagler student was involved in an accident, classmates were swift to help.
Business
A degree and a business idea
"It changed everything about my life..."
Faculty Support
A Happy Place for Innovation
"I never actually come to work. Every day it's a great, new, happy place."
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."
Browse All Stories
BusinessAlways Climbing Mountains
“I wanted something more.”
BusinessA Carolina Collaboration
“No other business school has undertaken what we are doing.”
AlumniMake Things Tick
“You research because you’re curious about what makes things tick.”
AlumniBorn in the Carolinas
The man behind Pepsi was born in the Carolinas.
Student SupportServing All North Carolinians
“We want to cover as much of our state as we possibly can.”
AlumniFighting a Silent Enemy
“I’m so thankful to the Carolina Community.”
HealthNot a Lone Wolf
Good science is a team sport.
Student SupportFinding a Way Back
Finding common ground is never out of reach.
Student SupportGuaranteeing A Global Perspective
Carolina is leading a push for global thinking. A gift from the Jarrahi family to advance Persian studies helps make that possible.
AlumniOnly a Spark
“The support for the initiative is overwhelming. The school board, school system, teachers, and the parents are all engaged and committed.”
EnvironmentExperiential Education for Future Environmental Leaders
“This generous gift allows us to invest in the next generation of leaders in the environmental realm by funding transformational professional experiences for Carolina undergraduates,” says Michael Piehler, director of the UNC Institute for the Environment.
HealthMeet the Dean: Dr. A. Wesley Burks
“Whether through teaching, research or patient care, this is an amazing place to work. I am extremely humbled and honored to be named as the new leader for UNC Health Care and UNC School of Medicine.”