The University’s rich history as the nation’s first public university and its future as a top global and public research institution will be the subject of Chancellor Carol L. Folt’s keynote address at University Day on Oct. 12. “As we… read more
Since 1971, the faculty has presented the Distinguished Alumna and Alumnus Awards on University Day to recognize alumni who have made outstanding contributions to humanity. read more
The University and a top administrator each received high honors this week from the Deshpande Foundation. read more
In recognition of their “unusual, meritorious or superior contributions,” six UNC employees have earned the 2015 C. Knox Massey Distinguished Service Awards, one of the most coveted distinctions earned by faculty and staff. The late C. Knox… read more
The awards, created in 2006, honor individuals who have mentored or supported women on campus, elevated the status of women or improved campus policies for them, promoted women’s recruitment and retention, or promoted professional development for… read more
Ten people or groups have received 2015 University Diversity Awards recognizing their significant contributions to the enhancement, support and furtherance of diversity on the Carolina campus and in the community. read more
The UNC Board of Trustees has presented its highest honor, the William Richardson Davie Award, to four alumni in recognition of their dedication, commitment, loyalty and service. This year’s recipients are: David G. Frey ’64 of Grand… read more
Literary luminaries, eminent educators and a prominent businessman will receive honorary degrees from Carolina during the May 8 Commencement ceremony. Chancellor Holden Thorp ’86 will preside at the ceremony at 9:30 a.m. in Kenan Stadium, which… read more
From sustainable sanitation systems in Peru to community gardens here at home, the University has honored staff, faculty, students and organizations for their public service projects. Ten individuals and organizations received awards in April at the… read more
Six prominent names in the fields of journalism, advertising and public relations will be inducted into the N.C. Halls of Fame on April 10 at The Carolina Inn. Two other honorees will receive Next Generation Leadership Awards. Based in UNC’s… read more