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By the numbers: University rankings and statistics

By Nina Levret de Melo | December 4

UNC ranked No. 5 in public schools in the US for the 23rd year. Other statistics reveal insights into UNC's top performing majors, accomplishments in ...

GPSG calls for dismissal of UNC Police officer for 'brutalization of student activists'

By Aisha Baiocchi | December 3

On Nov. 12, the Graduate and Professional Student Government Senate passed a resolution calling for the immediate dismissal of UNC Police officer Rahsheem ...

UNC's out-of-state tuition increased by five percent while in-state rates stayed flat

By Tulsi Asokan | December 3

UNC-Chapel Hill's in-state tuition has remained stable for the past eight years, while out-of-state-rates have seen increases.

From wildfires to business plans to algae, undergrads researched in 2024

By Ryan Parsaee | December 3

Research courses, faculty-led initiatives and structured programs provide opportunities for undergraduate students to participate in research across disciplinary ...

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University progresses on major construction efforts

By Diana Lopez Zapata | December 2

UNC progressed five capital projects, including renovating academic halls and renewing buildings.

'It didn’t come as a shock': A timeline of DEI repeal and effects at UNC

By Claire Harutunian | December 2

Following the Diversity and Inclusion repeal in May, current and future University students have seen the impact of new policies.

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'Carrying the fire': UNC professor awarded $75,000 for Native American history book

By Lana Maizel | December 1

Kathleen DuVal's novel, "Native Nations: A Millennium in North America," received the 2024 Cundill History Prize.

'Help people make connections': NC Humanities awards grants to UNC faculty projects

By Hannah Mackin | November 24

One grant will fund the Jane Austen Sumer Program, which professor Inger Brodey said has special years coming up.

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'Something that started years ago': Cancer researchers awarded $3.15 million grant

By Suhas Nittoor | November 21

Professor Rahima Benhabbour will lead a team developing treatment for brain tumors.

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'Grow up and act like adults': Some BOT members react to GPSG chancellor, provost no-confidence resolutions

By Caleb Herrera | November 20

When compared to peer institutions, UNC's graduate student stipends ranked in last place, according to Graduate and Professional Student Government President ...

Dr. Shelton 'Shelley' Earp to speak at Winter Commencement ceremony

By Lauren LaRoche | November 20

Earp, who has been involved on campus for over 55 years, is the former director of the UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center.

Undergraduate Senate advances own interest through gerrymandering, 'shadow government'

By Aisha Baiocchi | November 18

"Nobody ever cared about students," he said. "It's never something that's ever talked about — half the bills the Senate ever passed were just about ...

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'Dirty and unkept': UNC community members discuss upkeep of Unsung Founders Memorial

By Maeson Wagner | November 18

In 2005, the University dedicated the Unsung Founders Memorial to the enslaved and free Black individuals who contributed to the making of UNC. Some community ...

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William Vizuete begins new role at Gillings School of Global Public Health

By Alyssa Acevedo | November 18

Vizuete, who has worked at UNC for almost 20 years, will represent the school's commitment to building innovation, entrepreneurship and translation.

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of N.C. and UNC Medical School near 10-year anniversary

By Tulsi Asokan | November 18

The two-year curriculum of the physician assistant program offers veterans scholarships and special admissions preference to finish their medical training. ...

'This was a life': UNC community gathers for memorial to honor James Cates

'Transformed where my life trajectory is going': Scholarships provide years of support

Q&A: Chancellor Lee Roberts discusses his first semester as permanent chancellor

'Such a rewarding thing': UNC hosts 15th annual UNCMUNC conference

University community developed projects and protected each other in 2024

By the numbers: University rankings and statistics

GPSG calls for dismissal of UNC Police officer for 'brutalization of student activists'

UNC's out-of-state tuition increased by five percent while in-state rates stayed flat

From wildfires to business plans to algae, undergrads researched in 2024

University progresses on major construction efforts

'It didn’t come as a shock': A timeline of DEI repeal and effects at UNC

'Carrying the fire': UNC professor awarded $75,000 for Native American history book

'Help people make connections': NC Humanities awards grants to UNC faculty projects

'Something that started years ago': Cancer researchers awarded $3.15 million grant

'Grow up and act like adults': Some BOT members react to GPSG chancellor, provost no-confidence resolutions

Dr. Shelton 'Shelley' Earp to speak at Winter Commencement ceremony

Undergraduate Senate advances own interest through gerrymandering, 'shadow government'

'Dirty and unkept': UNC community members discuss upkeep of Unsung Founders Memorial

William Vizuete begins new role at Gillings School of Global Public Health

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of N.C. and UNC Medical School near 10-year anniversary