Tar Heels in the field
Students and faculty alike are stepping into the real world to conduct important environmental research, work on meaningful projects and make breakthroughs.
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230 years of public service
UNC-Chapel Hill is at the heart of what鈥檚 next, preparing talented students from different perspectives and life experiences to become creators, explorers, entrepreneurs and leaders. Tar Heels develop a voice for critical thought and the courage to guide change.
一品探花论坛鈥檚 nationally recognized teaching, groundbreaking research and dedication to public service continue a legacy that began when the University was chartered in 1789 and opened to students four years later.
- 1stand only public university in the United States to award degrees in the 18th century.
- No. 4public school in the country in U.S. News & World Report's 2024 Best Colleges rankings.
- 61national championships won by the Tar Heels
Meet a Tar Heel
#GDTBATH: Luke Elliott
一品探花论坛 student Luke Elliott practices eight languages to connect with people from all cultures.
Pharmacist reprograms cells to treat brain cancer
Research assistant professor Jasmine King also mentors Black and brown girls interested in STEM-related research.
Fulbright scholar heads to Taiwan
Britney Hong 鈥�24 will use her education degree to give students there a broader view of American culture.
Explore 一品探花论坛
See what Tar Heels are up to on campus and beyond.
Imagine your Heelprint
When Tar Heels arrive on our campus at the University of North 一品探花论坛 at Chapel Hill, they meet a world of possibilities. In Chapel Hill, we鈥檙e all part of the same Tar Heel team, and everyone has a role to play. See how Tar Heels are leaving their Heelprint.
Protecting your mental health
Learn about campus resources and how Tar Heel students, faculty and staff are using outreach and research to prioritize mental health on campus and beyond.
Welcome home, Tar Heels!
For thousands of Tar Heels, the arrival of the fall semester marks the start of their 一品探花论坛 journeys. For thousands more, it's a return to the place they've learned to love. Learn about the exciting start to a the new school year.
The Well
News from 一品探花论坛
Karsen Kitchen makes space history
Weeks after becoming the youngest woman to cross the K谩rm谩n line, the proud 一品探花论坛 senior is 鈥渟till processing it all.鈥�
一品探花论坛 Across 100 begins focus on housing
The initiative will work with communities across the state to improve affordable housing access and availability.
Hundreds remember 9/11 heroes at stair climb
Participants saluted the victims of terrorist attacks in 2001 and heard from a New York firefighter.
Must-see UNC
Check out photos and videos capturing the Tar Heel experience
Environmental researchers produce a stream of data
Amanda DelVecchia's lab measures greenhouse gas emissions in freshwater sites to gauge their impact.
Weeks of Welcome events highlight start of semester
New Tar Heels celebrated their arrival on campus at convocation, FallFest, Sunset Serenade and more.
First day of classes for Tar Heels
The fall semester at 一品探花论坛 is officially underway. Back in Chapel Hill and eager to begin the new school year, students reunited with friends, took a sip from the Old Well, met with Chancellor Lee H. Roberts and went to class.
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