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.

A student rides a bicycle in front of the Bell Tower at UNC-Chapel Hill.
Student Support

A College Education within Reach

Meet a few of the amazing students Carolina is able to attract and retain through Scholarships at Carolina.

For All Game Changers

Student Support

The Power of a Scholarship

A scholarship helped Rick Margerison ’70 graduate from Carolina with minimal debt. Decades later, he and his family have established scholarship funds to help current Carolina students do the same.

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‘A Weight Lifted’

Now in medical school, Jamison Kline remains grateful for the scholarship that helped him graduate from Carolina with minimal debt

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‘It Changed Everything’

The Margerison Distinguished Scholarship helped provide Gloria Hovaniec peace of mind that the future is bright for her daughter.

    For All Dreamers

    Student Support

    Inspired by those who serve

    "Being a nurse is another way to help people."

    Alumni

    Helping Others Succeed

    What happens when a world-class education is accessed by a talented person who just happens to come from a low-income background?

    Student Support

    Fidele Mugisha ’21: A Winding Path

    From the Democratic Republic of Congo to Burundi to the United States, Fidele Mugisha’s path to Carolina has certainly been a winding one.

      For All Visionaries

      Research

      Testing a Vaccine

      The medical director of the HIV Cure Center is leading a clinical research team to conduct a large phase 3 trial for a COVID-19 vaccine.

      Alumni

      Carolina alumni Pulitzer winners spark national conversations

      Six UNC Hussman School of Journalism and Media graduates were awarded 2020 Pulitzer Prizes for their work on projects that sparked national conversations and recognition.

      Alumni

      Morehead-Cain Scholar Scoops Opportunity

      Establishing a thriving entrepreneur

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          Campaign Priorities

          Eclipsing $4.25 Billion

          The Campaign for Carolina has eclipsed the $4.25 billion milestone of support for students, faculty, research and service.

        • Ronit Freeman holds a coronavirus model
          Health

          Developing a Sweeter COVID-19 Test

          Carolina researchers have designed a rapid sensing COVID-19 test using sugar to take advantage of the virus’s sweet tooth.

        • G.K. Butterfield explains the history of some items in his memorabilia to Chaitra Powell, Elaine Westbrooks and Chancellor Guskiewicz.
          UNC - Chapel Hill

          Archiving A Congressman’s Career

          U.S. Rep. G.K. Butterfield has donated his personal archives to the Wilson Special Collections Library.

        • Dr. David Drewry
          Research

          Collaborating for a Cure

          Drug treatments for a rare form of cancer have eluded researchers for years. Work at the UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy has scientists and survivors optimistic that big breakthroughs are within reach.

        • Campaign Priorities

          ‘The Best Gift I Ever Received’

          The Margerison Distinguished Scholarship is helping Jessica Jones thrive as a student at UNC.

        • Student Support

          ‘A Weight Lifted’

          Now in medical school, Jamison Kline remains grateful for the scholarship that helped him graduate from Carolina with minimal debt