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| NEWSLETTER OF THE UNC GENERAL ALUMNI ASSOCIATION | FEBRUARY 2019 |
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Provost Takes Charge as Interim Search ContinuesExecutive Vice Chancellor and Provost Robert Blouin takes the reins of the University as Carol L. Folt’s term ends. |
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Applications Up for 14th Straight YearThe University received a record number of first-year applications for fall 2019. The 44,784 applications reflect a 3 percent increase over applicants for fall 2018. Two Schools, STEM Support Added to Transfer ProgramUNC’s community college partnership adds two of the state’s largest schools, introduces new component to support students entering the STEM workforce. GAA Honors Two With Faculty Service AwardFormer law school dean Kenneth Broun and professor and honors program director James Leloudis ’77 (’89 PhD) were recognized for service to UNC or the GAA. BOG Report Cites Flaws in Handling of ProtestThe UNC System Board of Governors engaged experts who found deficiencies, but not conspiracy, in police and administration actions as Silent Sam was pulled down. |
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Beat Duke Game-Watch PartiesWatch the Heels with Heels during the Greatest Rivalry on Earth, UNC vs. Duke, on Feb. 20. See where Tar Heels are gathering near you. |
Attend the Alumni Admissions Forum This MayQuestions about the college admissions process? Your GAA has you covered. This one-day forum, May 18, in Chapel Hill is designed specifically for high school students and their parents to help ease the admissions process. GAA members receive early sign-up access. Become a GAA member today so you don’t miss out. |
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Tar Heel Travel: Classic China and the YangtzeTravel with a small group, Oct. 30-Nov. 12, to the monumental capital of Beijing, experiencing its legendary sights with UNC Professor Peter Coclanis, director of the UNC Global Research Institute. GAA member exclusive. Learn more. |
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Join Our TeamWe have two open full-time positions: coordinator of alumni reunions and special events, and manager of student enrichment and young alumni engagement, and one open part-time position: membership services assistant. Apply today for these positions in #ChapelHill when you walk your Tar Heels on over to our employment page to learn more. |
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Chapel Hill: Lifelong LearningExpand your mind. Enrich your life. New season just launched with our N.C. History Series, Dinner With Faculty and more. See the schedule. |
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Wherever You Are: UNC vs. DukeCatch a game-watch party near you for the Greatest Rivalry on Earth. Go Heels! #BeatDuke Learn more. |
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Raleigh: Annual Legislative ReceptionJoin the Tar Heel Network at this annual reception, an opportunity for state opinion leaders to express the importance of the University. Learn more. |
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| GAA MEMBER OF THE MONTH |
Earle Allen Koontz ’93, Life MemberEarle won a $25 gift certificate to Johnny T-shirt. Earle was selected at random from GAA members currently subscribed to “Out of the Blue.” Join the GAA today and you might be randomly selected as an upcoming GAA Member of the Month. |
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Podcast: Jump AroundStep into the ropes with athletes from the Carolina Jump Rope club as they prepare to host and compete in the National Collegiate Jump Rope Championships. Head to alumni.unc.edu/harkthesounds to start listening today. |
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