Arts and Sciences Dean Takes Over in Interim

Kevin M. Guskiewicz, who built a national reputation for research into sports-related brain injuries, marks one month as interim chancellor.

GAA Gives $2 Million for Military Families Scholarships

Following a tradition of scholarship gifts, the association honors Lt. Col. Bernard W. Dibbert, who gave his life in Vietnam, and his son Doug ’70, president of the GAA.

Dental School Renamed With Largest Private Gift

The $27.68 million donation from the estate of Dr. Claude A. Adams III of Durham creates the UNC Adams School of Dentistry, honoring his parents.

Habitat for Humanity Leader to Address Commencement

Jonathan T.M. Reckford ’84 had been a successful business executive when he felt a calling to serve others in a deeper way. The annual ceremony is May 12.

The Bells Ring On, the Hedges Are Gone

Pronounced in bad condition, and believed to be a hindrance to gathering in the Bell Tower garden, the boxwoods have been removed for perhaps the first time in history.

Beat Duke Game-Watch Parties

Watch the Heels with Heels during the Greatest Rivalry on Earth, UNC vs. Duke, on March 9. See where Tar Heels are gathering near you.

Just In: Traditions Challenge on UNC Alumni App

A new GAA member exclusive perk: 70-plus traditions ready for GAA members to complete. Share Your Photos. Tell Your Stories. Win Your Prizes. Become a GAA member today to get started and then it’s ready, set — open the app and click ‘Traditions’ — go! See the prizes, and learn more.

Enrichment Sessions on the Hill

Carolina’s Architectural Evolution. Six Disruptive Demographics That Will Change America Forever. Complimentary lectures with Evan Yassky and Jim Johnson on March 16 in Chapel Hill. Learn more, and sign up today.

Attend the Alumni Admissions Forum This May

Questions 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.

Travel to Peru This August

Don’t miss your chance to explore a land of treasures: archaeological, cultural and natural — all in the company of Tar Heels, Aug. 12-22. GAA member exclusive. Learn more.

Join Our Team

We 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.

Chapel Hill: Dinner With Faculty, March-May

Dine at The Carolina Club this spring with William Sturkey (history), Jennifer Gates-Foster (classics) and Mohit Bansal (computer science). GAA members save $15. See the full schedule, and sign up today.

Chapel Hill: Beat Duke Drive-Thru

You don’t even have to get out of your car for this one. Drive Thru for tasty treats. GAA members play HEEL-linko for one Heel of a prize. Learn more.

Chapel Hill: Homecoming 2019

It’s UNC vs. Duke for Homecoming 2019, Oct. 25-27. Save the date, and get ready for a Heel of a good time. Learn more.

Joseph Benjamin Tyson Jr. ’71, Life Member

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