An Epic Journey, An Epic Carolina Future

The McNelises are investing in areas where Carolina excels and that are key foci of the For All Kind: the Campaign for Carolina, the University’s most ambitious fundraising effort ever — faculty, students and research.

Fellowships: investing in academia’s future

Carolina’s graduate students are the future of academia and tomorrow’s leaders. Fellowships are crucial to bringing the brightest, most talented graduate and professional students to Chapel Hill. Hear how fellowship support is making the difference for these graduate students.

Success: not just for one, but for all

Carolina isn’t just about individual success, it’s about success for everyone. In this video, students and faculty share their passions and challenge each of us to find ours.

A prize for access

Carolina is the first public university to receive the Cooke Foundation’s $1 million award, which recognizes success in enrolling low-income students and supporting them through graduation. The Cooke Foundation is a private organization that supports exceptional students from elementary school to graduate school through scholarships, grants and direct service.

A home away from home

"We've become close friends, more like a family. I feel like I’m at home – a second home in the U.S."

An iconic design

"...like getting a direct line to God asking for new halos for the archangels."

A year away

“I grew a lot from a gap year. I like traveling and it was good for me.”

Pursuing other dreams

“It’s OK to be disappointed, but it’s not something that should keep you from moving beyond and pursuing other dreams.”

Time and Tenacity

From the first U.S. university astronomical observatory to breakthrough HIV drugs, Carolina has achieved amazing research feats.