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Carolina People

Every day, Tar Heels find ways to leave their Heel print on campus and make our community stronger.

  • Brandon Feaster standing outside.

    A ‘natural landing spot’

    Carolina alumnus Brandon Feaster arrived in Chapel Hill with his eyes set on a Ph.D. in biology for a career in the research lab. But undergrad research and the Chancellor's Science Scholars provided the Tar Heel with the experiences and support to pursue a different career working with patients as a physiatrist. This week, he'll take a step forward in that journey when he learns where he'll complete his residency on Match Day.

  • Nihar Vaidya sitting outside using his laptop.

    Leading the next generation of computer scientists

    Chancellor's Science Scholar Nihar Vaidya explores the intersection of computer science and neuroscience.

  • Paloma Ruiz standing outside.

    Writing her own future

    Chancellor's Science Scholar Paloma Ruiz balances academic achievement, cutting-edge research, creative pursuits and campus leadership as she launches her career as a scientist.

  • Emily Harmon collects samples under a fishing dock.

    Disassembling evolution’s engine

    When a research project centered on evolution within spadefoot toads fell through, Emily Harmon shifted her focus to microscopic swimmers called rotifers. The biology Ph.D. student is studying an animal’s ability to adapt in one generation, which could inform conservation efforts in the face of climate change.

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    Uniforms help get the job done

    Learn which Carolina employees wear a body camera, a helmet with a light-sensitive lens and a vest that reads “Free hugs & kisses.”

  • Eva Hodgson and Carlie Littlefield in front of Kenan-Flagler Business School.

    Eva Hodgson and Carlie Littlefield balance basketball and MBA studies

    Eva Hodgson and Carlie Littlefield are among five current student-athletes enrolled in the UNC Kenan-Flagler MBA program, along with Chris Gray from men's lacrosse, Filippo Zattarin from men's soccer and Tom Watson from men's track and field.

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    The Russia-Ukraine conflict

    As tensions rise, a Carolina expert explains the global importance of the Russia-Ukraine conflict, why the U.S. is involved and how the situation may play out.

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    The ‘Great Resignation’ has an upside

    Millions of workers left their jobs — which may be good news for graduating Carolina students, says Executive Director of University Career Services Tierney Bates.