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| NEWSLETTER OF THE UNC GENERAL ALUMNI ASSOCIATION | MARCH 2020 |
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Court Orders Silent Sam, Money ReturnedA judge vacated the judgment that gave the statue to a Confederate group after he determined the group had no standing to sue. The monument’s future is an open question. |
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Rhodes Named Dean of Arts and SciencesA music professor who became senior associate dean for fine arts and humanities in 2012, Terry Rhodes ’78 is the first faculty member from the fine arts to be named dean of the college. Journalist Frank Bruni ’86 to Address GraduatesThe New York Times columnist found his “center of gravity” as a reporter at Carolina and now writes candidly about some of the most pressing issues in politics, culture and higher education. New Visitors Center Opening on Franklin StreetThe center, previously housed in the Morehead Planetarium and Science Center, will offer interactive information and serve as Carolina’s front door beginning March 6. GAA Earns Five CASE AwardsThe Alumni Review won three writing awards and another for photography, and the GAA was a winner for a series of educational and social events. The University also received several awards. |
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Hoofing ItEverybody knows that Hinton James, Carolina's first student, walked to Chapel Hill from Wilmington ... or did he? University Archivist Nicholas Graham ’98 (MSLS) takes on the enduring campus legend. Want more? Check out the Review’s coverage of the first Hinton James Day during the University's Sesquicentennial in 1945.
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Travel With Tar HeelsUnpack once and enjoy a quintessential experience along Ireland’s enchanting western coast on our Ireland: Wild Atlantic Way trip, Oct. 10-18. Explore this trip and more, and book your adventure today. GAA member exclusive. |
Got the Tuesday Blues? Paint Them Carolina Blue With TriviaPlay Trivia Tuesday on the free UNC Alumni app. We’re testing Tar Heels’ knowledge of campus, the history of this place, sports legends and more. A lucky Heel who’s in the know will win a very Carolina prize, so make sure you’ve downloaded and logged in to play. Learn more. |
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Tar Heel Advising Network: New Job BoardThe Tar Heel Advising Network is the perfect place to connect with other alumni for career and life advice. Did you know you can also use it to share jobs exclusively with other Heels? Become a GAA member today to create a profile or post and search jobs. Learn more. |
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Support Carolina Club ScholarshipsNineteen Carolina Clubs throughout the country will raise funds on March 31, GiveUNC, for their individual need-based regional club scholarships. Mark your calendar for this day of giving so you can help these clubs support a local incoming Tar Heel. Learn more. |
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Triangle: Tar Heel Takeover, Office StyleEncourage your coworkers, stroller group or coworking space besties to gather up their Carolina gear and take a spirited photo to win Tar Heel swag in honor of #BeatDuke week. Learn more. |
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Multiple Cities: UNC vs. Duke Game-Watch PartiesWatch the Heels with Heels when you meet up for a game-watch party near you. See who’s gathering. Learn more. |
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DC: ACC Trivia CompetitionMeet up with the D.C. Carolina Club and #UNCAlumni for a battle of the brains. Learn more. |
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Fayetteville: Meet Chancellor Kevin GuskiewiczMeet UNC’s 12th chancellor in the company of #UNCAlumni and friends at this complimentary event — appetizers included. Learn more. |
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| GAA MEMBER OF THE MONTH |
David Whitfield Stone ’88, Life MemberDavid won a $25 gift certificate to Johnny T-shirt. David was selected at random from GAA members currently subscribed to “Out of the Blue.” Become a GAA member today, and you might be randomly selected as an upcoming GAA Member of the Month. |
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