Driving research, accelerating discovery
Tar Heels are researching ways to make a difference and tackle our toughest challenges.
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231 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. 5public school in the country in U.S. News & World Report's 2025 Best Colleges rankings.
- 61national championships won by the Tar Heels
Meet a Tar Heel
Karsen Kitchen makes space history
After becoming the youngest woman to cross the Kármán line, the proud Carolina senior is “still processing it all.”
Rhodes scholar returns to Gillings
Takhona Hlatshwako’s passion for public health led her from her native Eswatini to Carolina then Oxford and back again.
Gustavo Gonzalez ’24 built community through Mi Pueblo
The senior Carolina Covenant and Woods scholar also studied abroad and did behavioral research.
Explore Carolina
See what Tar Heels are up to on campus and beyond.
Imagine your Heelprint
When Tar Heels arrive on our campus at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, they meet a world of possibilities. In Chapel Hill, we’re all part of the same Tar Heel team, and everyone has a role to play. See how Tar Heels are leaving their Heelprint.
It’s a great day to be a Tar Heel
Meet Tar Heels who are creating a positive impact on the world by improving communities and inspiring change through their extraordinary talents.
A special University Day
UNC-Chapel Hill celebrated its history and the installation of Chancellor Lee H. Roberts Oct. 11.
The Well
News from Carolina
Tar Heel Tribute honors those who served
University and state leaders gathered to thank military veterans in the Carolina community.
Disabled Disrupters founder honored at White House
Kira Tiller, a first-year Tar Heel diagnosed with epilepsy, fights for the rights of students with disabilities.
Royal Caribbean gift will support Carolina’s Galapagos programs
The $600K will help fund citizen science projects and create more student field experiences.
Must-see UNC
Check out photos and videos capturing the Tar Heel experience
Art students’ negative experience is positive
See scenes from visiting lecturer Lindsay Metivier’s class on darkroom photography, captured on film.
Environmental researchers use drones to map marshes
Restoration has begun to preserve the sites that reduce flooding and prevent erosion along Currituck Sound.
Employee Appreciation Day celebrates Carolina’s faculty and staff
Employees enjoyed games, Pelican’s SnoBalls, a photo booth and more at the annual Office of Human Resources event.
- Carolina Family Weekend
Carolina Family Weekend
See locations across campus on our Family Weekend event schedule: go.unc.edu/CFW2024
Sat, November 2
- Carolina Family Weekend
Carolina Family Weekend
See locations across campus on our Family Weekend event schedule: go.unc.edu/CFW2024
Sun, November 309:00 am
- Lectures in Art History: Emmanuel Ortega
Lectures in Art History: Emmanuel Ortega
Howell Hall
Mon, November 405:30 pm
- Carolina Innovators Connect
Carolina Innovators Connect
The Junction
Tue, November 1204:00 pm