Chris Clemens, Jaroslav Folda Distinguished Professor of Physics and Astronomy, was named UNC provost — the University’s chief academic officer — in February. Clemens joined the physics and astronomy department as an accomplished astrophysicist in 1998. Since then, he has … Read more

Kennedy Miller, a senior studying vocal performance and English, has been named Carolina’s 22nd Marshall Scholar. The prestigious scholarship funds graduate studies in any field in the United Kingdom. A native of Rocky Mount, North Carolina, Miller is the president … Read more

The Institute of Marine Sciences in Morehead City (part of the department of earth, marine and environmental sciences) celebrates a 75th birthday this year! In this photo, taken in 1985, a group of North Carolina Sea Grant staff spend time … Read more

The award-winning National High School Ethics Bowl teaches students how to thoughtfully engage with divisive topics — and with one another. Is it OK to “ghost” someone you’ve been dating? What is the value of objectivity in journalism? How should … Read more

Former “Lost Boy of Sudan” is pursuing a doctorate in  public policy to help advance peace and community in his home country. Samuel Garang Akau fled his home in South Sudan as an 8-year-old during the Second Sudanese Civil War. … Read more

Forbes recently tapped rising star computer scientist Bashima Islam for its “30 under 30” list in science. Bashima Islam’s research on tiny computing devices pairs new technologies with promising real-world applications, including reducing battery waste from mobile devices and giving pedestrians … Read more

David Gardner, co-founder of The Motley Fool, says his English degree helped him in creating financial advice that is accessible to people of all backgrounds and experience levels. Motley Fool co-founder David Gardner (English and creative writing ’88) got a … Read more

One high school civics class changed everything for senior Jade Neptune, who created a nonprofit to support students’ extracurricular interests. Jade Neptune, a senior studying political science and artistic management, founded a nonprofit called The Gap Project at age 16 … Read more

Terry Rhodes, dean of the College of Arts & Sciences, will retire at the end of the academic year after a 35-year career at Carolina. Rhodes has been dean of the College since March 2020, previously serving as interim dean … Read more

Four College faculty members were recently inducted into the National Academy of Sciences and the American Academy of Arts & Sciences. Elected to NAS, all from the department of biology, were: Kerry S. Bloom, chair and Thad L. Beyle Distinguished … Read more