Protecting your mental health
As Carolina’s fall semester begins, it’s important to remember it’s always the right time to take care of yourself and make sure others around you are doing the same.
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230 years of public service
UNC-Chapel Hill is at the heart of what’s next, preparing talented students from different perspectives and life experiences to become creators, explorers, entrepreneurs and leaders. Tar Heels develop a voice for critical thought and the courage to guide change.
Carolina’s nationally recognized teaching, groundbreaking research and dedication to public service continue a legacy that began when the University was chartered in 1789 and opened to students four years later.
- 1stand only public university in the United States to award degrees in the 18th century.
- No. 4public school in the country in U.S. News & World Report's 2024 Best Colleges rankings.
- 61national championships won by the Tar Heels
Meet a Tar Heel
Justin Ashby focuses on pancreatic cancer
Having lost his grandfather to the disease, the medical student works to develop new treatments at Lineberger.
Dental hygienist inspired student’s career choice
Mariana Alcaraz, a child of Mexican immigrants, wants to work with Hispanic patients.
Stan Ahalt studies society through a data lens
Data literacy is essential for tomorrow’s workforce, says the UNC School of Data Science and Society dean.
Explore Carolina
See what Tar Heels are up to on campus and beyond.
Welcome home, Tar Heels!
For thousands of Tar Heels, the arrival of the fall semester marks the start of their Carolina journeys. For thousands more, it's a return to the place they've learned to love. Learn about the exciting start to a the new school year.
Meet our new Tar Heels
Each time a new school year arrives, the number of Tar Heels grows larger as thousands of first-years, transfers and graduate students become a part of the Carolina community. Learn about some of our new Tar Heels and how their own unique experiences, talents and passions will bolster our community and impact the world.
Tar Heels at the Olympics
UNC-Chapel Hill students and alumni will be in Paris for the 2024 Summer Olympics for competition, class, work and more.
The Well
News from Carolina
A message from the chancellor: Remembering Dr. Zijie Yan
In a campus email, Lee H. Roberts shared mental health resources and detailed Carolina’s plans to honor the memory of Dr. Yan as the one-year anniversary of the campus shooting approaches.
University provides support for healing after trauma
Connect with mental health professionals and a community of care to help manage trauma’s lingering effects.
They keep Tar Heel traditions alive
For four decades, the blue-blazered members of the Order of the Bell Tower have formed connections through service.
Must-see UNC
Check out photos and videos capturing the Tar Heel experience
Weeks of Welcome events highlight start of semester
New Tar Heels celebrated their arrival on campus at convocation, FallFest, Sunset Serenade and more.
First day of classes for Tar Heels
The fall semester at Carolina is officially underway. Back in Chapel Hill and eager to begin the new school year, students reunited with friends, took a sip from the Old Well, met with Chancellor Lee H. Roberts and went to class.
First-year students begin new chapter at Carolina
In this video, hear what members of the Class of 2028 are excited about and what they'll miss from home.
- Global Whistle-Stop Tour
Global Whistle-Stop Tour
FedEx Global Education Center
Wed, August 2802:00 pm
- AIC Welcome Extravaganza
AIC Welcome Extravaganza
American Indian Center
Wed, August 2805:00 pm
- Twilight Thursdays: Fall Season
Twilight Thursdays: Fall Season
North Carolina Botanical Garden
Thu, August 2904:00 pm
- Labor Day holiday
Labor Day holiday
Mon, September 2