#GDTBATH: Jay Garner
Growing up, Jay Garner always preferred to be the referee for backyard football. The Tar Heel has earned his ref stripes at Carolina as an official for Campus Recreation's intramural sports.
Students at work
Thousands of Carolina students participate in work-study positions or hold part-time jobs on campus each semester.
These Tar Heels are working alongside faculty and staff to keep the University moving forward while also gaining work experience and learning new skills that will propel them into future careers.
Working in the Music Library has reignited my love for music and reminds me that it’s universal and meant to be enjoyed by everyone – each day I get to see everyone’s passion for playing or studying music from behind this desk
Caroline Norland, assistant at UNC Libraries’ Music Library
From planetarium technicians bringing the night sky to life to resident advisors helping new students navigate campus life, student workers make Carolina a better place for the entire community.
Keep reading to meet some of the Tar Heels who keep Carolina moving
Gaining work experience
Carolina senior shares planetarium magic with stargazers
As a science educator and full-dome theater technician, Sophie Mallinson leads her own planetarium shows to guide space enthusiasts through the night sky at the Morehead Planetarium and Science Center.
Finding the light
Bronwyn White found her calling when a work study opportunity with the Center for Dramatic Arts taught her how to bring lighting to center stage.
Keeping Carolina moving
Reigniting a love for music
Junior Caroline Norland put her passion for music aside to focus on academics, but a work-study opportunity in the music library reminded her of why she picked up her viola in the first place.
Kishan Babuji help keep Tar Heels making at BeAM
While the woodshop, 3D printers and laser cutters in Carolina's makerspaces may bring ideas to life, student workers play a critical role in keeping Tar Heels making.
Student workers play key role at service desk
To keep ITS’ walk-in operation running smoothly, the Service Desk relies on student workers to provide troubleshooting support.