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THE UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT CHAPEL HILL

Visitors Guide

We invite you to explore the heart of campus and feel the history, vibrancy and charm of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

Relive Your College Days: Plan an Adventure on a North Carolina Campus

Look beyond the classroom during these college visits to plan a vacation filled with stops at gardens, galleries, sporting events and restaurants.

Experience college in a brand-new way by rediscovering these North Carolina campuses that extend invites to all. Admire the dedication to education, commitment to beauty and enthusiasm for fun as you take a trip full of nostalgia.

Colleges you'll find in this article: Davidson College | Duke University | Elon University  |  North Carolina A&T NC Central University |  NC State University  | Shaw University |  UNC Chapel Hill UNC Charlotte  | UNC Greensboro |  Wake Forest University | Winston-Salem State University  

1 Davidson College

This small liberal arts school’s buildings are woven throughout town, offering numerous opportunities for inspiration. As a National Arboretum , the setting is perfect for paths that showcase more than 3,000 trees and shrubs. Along with Mother Nature’s works of art, sculptures by artists Magdalena Abakanowicz, Auguste Rodin and Yinka Shonibare are also admired all across campus. Three galleries with a full schedule of exhibitions can be found at the Visual Arts Center. Just up the road is The Farm at Davidson , which grows produce for the college’s dining services. To caffeinate like you're preparing for an all-nighter, swing by the original Summit Coffee on Main Street; the co-owners are Davidson alumni.

2 Duke University

Any visitor to Durham can find inspiration in the unique activities found on Duke’s campus. The Sarah P. Duke Gardens draws hundreds of thousands of visitors each year thanks to 55 acres of Italian-style terrace gardens, a rose garden and a koi pond topped with water lilies. For a one-of-a-kind stop, book a tour at the Duke Lemur Center , a world leader in the study, care and protection of the endangered mammals. And for sports lovers, the Robert Trent Jones Sr.-designed Duke University Golf Club is recognized as one of the Southeast's best, while the Duke Basketball Museum brings the storied program to life on a daily basis.

3 Elon University

A designated botanical garden, Elon’s 656-acre campus is a nature lover’s haven. Follow the campus tree map to find 125 trees along a 1.25-mile walk through campus, visit the community garden and schedule a tour of the school’s 15-acre solar farm, part of the Environmental Center at Loy Farm . Then head downtown to The Oak House for a beverage and a bite and check out some local shops, or grab a pastry to go and picnic at the nearby Beth Schmidt Park , which has beautiful walking trails, a playground and garden. Treat yourself to a cup or cone at Smitty’s Homemade Ice Cream before calling it a day. Staying the night? The Inn at Elon is the choice: All profits from the inn are dedicated to funding student scholarships.

4 North Carolina A&T

NC A&T is the nation’s largest HBCU. The university played a central role in the Civil Rights Movement when four students led a sit-in at Woolworth’s lunch counter in Greensboro in 1960, and the location now operates as the International Civil Rights Center & Museum . After the museum tour, head to the Dudley Building on campus to see the A&T Four Monument, which honors the freshmen who led the sit-in. Visit in fall and catch a football game to see the famous Blue and Gold Marching Machine, whose high-energy performances have been getting fans on their feet for years.

5 North Carolina Central University

The NCCU campus is included in the National Register of Historic Places for good reason – it’s been a key piece of Durham history for more than 100 years. As you walk among the historic buildings throughout campus, be sure to check out a newer addition, the Centennial Chapel and Garden, built in 2010 to celebrate the university’s centennial. It’s a great place to pull out picnic supplies from Durham Co-op Market before exploring more of downtown. Start with West Parrish Street, often referred to as Black Wall Street because of its role as a hub for Black-owned businesses and economic growth in the early 1900s. Then visit the Museum of Durham History or any of the History Groves – groupings of native trees planted to honor those who shaped the community. Speaking of community, the ties are strong at the Hayti Heritage Center , which hosts events, programs and festivals.

6 North Carolina State University

NC State is the ideal mix of city and rural life. On the Centennial Campus, Lake Raleigh Woods is designated a “hallowed place,” meaning its past helps forge the future of research and education. The 96-acre forest welcomes researchers as well as bird-watchers and those looking for a peaceful stroll. Down the road from main campus is the JC Raulston Arboretum and butterfly garden, where the collection of plants has attracted about 60 species of butterflies and moths over the years. If you’re looking for a place to reunite with old friends from school, the Lonnie Poole Golf Course – the only collegiate course in the world designed by Arnold Palmer – is the perfect spot.

7 Shaw University

The first HBCU in the South and among the oldest in the nation, Shaw sits in the heart of the historic district downtown – and its ties to history remain strong, from the stunning memorial garden on campus to its multiple historic landmark buildings. Head to Estey Hall – built in 1874, it’s the oldest surviving Shaw building and the first structure built for the higher education of African American women. Because of Shaw’s central location, walk or drive from campus to many nearby favorites. Refuel Southern-style at Big Ed’s and then keep the fun going – kids of all ages love Pullen Park's amusement rides, paddle boats and swimming. Families can enjoy awesome time indoors at the nearby Marbles Kids Museum or NC Museum of Natural Sciences . If your kids are of the four-legged variety, Dorothea Dix Park has an area just for dogs (and plenty of open-air activities for humans too).

8 University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Visit the country’s first public university for a few firsts of your own. For basketball fans, Carolina Basketball Museum is a must, where names like Dean Smith and Michael Jordan might ring a bell. The Ackland Art Museum hosts a permanent collection of more than 19,000 works of art, while the Morehead Planetarium offers shows like “Carolina Skies,” a live star show that takes you on a journey through the nighttime sky. Most alumni will tell you a stroll along Franklin Street is a necessary intro to Chapel Hill life. For lunch, few things are better than a hot dog and old-fashioned soda at the legendary Sutton’s Drug Store . It’s been feeding hungry Tar Heels since 1923.

9 University of North Carolina at Charlotte

Just 15 minutes northeast of Uptown, UNC Charlotte boasts a 1,000-acre campus that’s still close to Charlotte’s vibrant NoDa, Plaza Midwood and South End neighborhoods. Start your visit with a walk through the botanical gardens , home to three different gardens with 16 collections. Over in the art department, check out three exhibition spaces in the Rowe Arts Building , which displays the work of students, faculty and visiting artists. For a good meal, students rave about Passage to India .

10 University of North Carolina at Greensboro

A stroll through this campus brings tons of visual intrigue, with architectural diversity, historic buildings and storied landmarks – like the 9-foot bronze statue of Minerva by artist James Barnhill, and The Rawk, a boulder painted and repainted with well wishes and announcements nearly every day. Speaking of art, make sure you head to Weatherspoon Art Museum in the heart of campus. Admission is free to its six galleries and sculpture courtyard, and coffee and baked goods are offered most weekdays. Find more inspiration at any of Greensboro’s outdoor oases, from the 17-acre Greensboro Arboretum to Gateway Gardens , a whimsical entryway to the city integrating elements of history, movement and play.

11 Wake Forest University

Recreate carefree college days at Davis Field by swinging under the towering trees or taking time for a picnic. For a learning opportunity, visit the only museum in North Carolina dedicated to the study of global cultures at the Museum of Anthropology . Catch up on a little botany 101 at the 134-acre Reynolda Gardens with beautiful woodlands, wetlands and a greenhouse. Don’t miss out on getting a unique souvenir at the Reynolda Village shops right next door. For your finale, enjoy a pitcher of beer at Shorty’s .

12 Winston-Salem State University

Wander through campus and admire public art sculptures, as well as massive murals by artist and North Carolina native John Biggers in the C.G. O’Kelly Library. The Diggs Gallery also operates as a cultural center with exhibitions and programs focused on African American and regional art (recognized by The Smithsonian as one of the nation’s best). If you’re looking for action: Every Saturday in spring and summer, Bowman Gray Stadium fills up the stands for short-track racing at NASCAR’S longest running weekly track. The whole family will love seeing multiple races at “The Madhouse.”

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CAMPUS TOURS

The best way to experience UNCG is to visit campus, and you have more ways than ever to connect with us! We offer in-person tours at 9:00 am, 11:00 am, and 2:00 pm each weekday. You’ll have the opportunity to meet with an admissions counselor and hear from a current UNCG student so you can ask us your questions.

In-Person Tours :

• Offered at 9:00 am, 11:00 am and 2:00 pm Monday-Friday.
• Reservations are required, so please click below to schedule your tour.
• Capacity for small group tours is limited. Please limit your party size to four, one student and three family members (maximum of four people) on each tour.

In-Person Spanish Tours (Recorridos en Español en Persona):  

• Se requiere reservar su recorrido, por favor regístrese en el siguiente enlace en la parte de abajo.
• La capacidad es limitada para grupos pequeños. Por favor trate de limitar su grupo a cuatro personas, un estudiante y tres miembros de su familia en cada visita.

In-Person Transfer Tours:

• Offered on select Wednesday at 2 pm. Reservations are required, so please check the calendar below to schedule your tour.
• Capacity for small group tours is limited. Please limit your party size to three, one student and two family members (maximum of three people) on each tour.
• Note: While we are offering this special opportunity for transfer students, if the dates and times do not suit your schedule, feel free to sign up to join one of our other daily campus tour offerings.

Honors College Info Sessions:

Honors College Information Sessions are offered on select dates throughout the fall. Please see their website.

Special Group Info Sessions:  Groups of 10 or more should visit the  Group Tours  page for more information about requirements for interested groups.  

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Available tour dates are shown in green on the calendar below.

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Prospective Students

• About UNC Charlotte
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Campus Tours

First-year student tours, first-year student info session + tour.

Offered daily.

In-person availability and attendance is limited. Advance registration is required. También se ofrecen experiencias presenciales en español en selectos días durante el semestre. La disponibilidad y asistencia presencial es limitada. Se requiere registrarse antes de su visita usando el botón abajo.

Transfer Student Tours

Transfer in-person info session + tour.

Weekly on Thursdays at 2 p.m.

In-person availability and attendance is limited. Advance registration required.

GROUP VISITS

Group tours for high school & community organizations.

Group visits are intended for school groups, nonprofit organizations, and college access programs who typically serve large groups of students.

SELF-GUIDED TOURS

Self-guided walking tour.

You are invited to explore campus at your own convenience! Download the below map to guide your campus visit. Please Note: Some buildings on campus may be closed to the public due to campus regulations or schedule.

Take a Virtual Tour

If you can’t come in person, take an online tour! Scroll through the topics on the left and don’t forget to click the thumbnails on the bottom right to see more photos and videos!

Discover Campus with our Interactive Map

Wondering what’s in a specific building? Want to find points of interest on campus? Click around this interactive map to learn more about our campus, gardens, and more.

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The best way to get to know UNCW is to visit! Plan a trip to campus or explore virtually.

Visit UNCW's main campus to explore one of the most beautiful campuses in the South. Hear firsthand from a current Seahawk about unique academic opportunities and our tight-knit community. 

Please note that the information on this webpage primarily includes visit information for our undergraduate student population. Graduate students that may be interested in visiting campus can contact the Graduate Admissions office or view our self-guided tour information here .

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Campus Visit Options

Open house visit programs.

The Office of Admissions hosts several visit programs throughout the year designed with you and your college search in mind.

Seahawk Saturday

Who: Prospective First-Year and Transfer Students When:  Fall 2024

Seahawk Preview Day

Who : Admitted First-Year and Transfer Students When : Save the Date!  April 13, 2024  Registration is now open! Register here using your UNCW Application Portal credentials.

Other Visit Opportunities

Honors college information sessions.

On select afternoons/evenings in the fall and spring semester, the Honors College will host information sessions for interested students.

Visit the Honors College

Watson College of Education Information Sessions

Who: Prospective Education Majors and Minors Email Dean Heath for a private visit. Visits include a short presentation, current student Q&A, and tour of the Watson College of Education. Schedule yours today! We encourage you to add this opportunity to your campus tour!

VISIT THE WATSON COLLEGE OF EDUCATION

Biology and Marine Biology Departmental Tours

Who : Prospective Biology and/or Marine Biology Majors Come and engage with UNCW Biology and Marine Biology faculty and tour our world-class, state-of-the-art teaching and research facilities. We encourage you to add this opportunity to your campus tour. Please note that the department does not have the capacity to accept walk-ins and you must be registered. Biology Department Tours will be offered on our main campus by faculty members on Mondays at 9 am. Please contact Beth Doyle for more information and to register. Marine Biology Department Tours will be offered at the Center for Marine Science  on Fridays at 9 am followed by Q&A with a faculty member at 10 am. Please register using the link below.

VISIT THE CENTER FOR MARINE SCIENCE

Discover Wilmington

In addition to visiting UNCW, we encourage you to explore the surrounding Wilmington area! Here are a few resources to get you started:

• Visitors Bureau
• Explore Wilmington video

Suggested Accommodations

Below are area hotels that typically partner to offer discounted rates for special programs, and may offer discounts to visitors and tour guests as well. Please find a comprehensive list of hotels and lodging in Wilmington and our Island Beaches.

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601 S. College Road Wilmington, North Carolina 28403-5950

Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Summer hours: Monday-Thursday, 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday, 7:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

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There are a variety of ways to get to know NC State's campus and community. Whether you visit us in-person or from the comfort of your own home, we're excited to show you around.

On-Campus Visits

If you visit campus on a weekend or university holiday , feel free to stop by the Joyner Visitor Center to grab a brochure from our bin outside.

Information Session and Tour

Prospective first-year and transfer students who have not yet applied to NC State are invited to attend an on-campus admissions information session and student-led campus tour. Campus visits are offered Monday through Friday starting at Talley Student Union. You can expect to be on Main Campus for approximately two hours.

Campus Visit Parking Address

Coliseum Parking Deck Pay Lot (enter lower level from Cates Avenue) 201 Jensen Drive Raleigh, NC 27607

• First-Year Visit
• Transfer Visit

Virtual Information Sessions

Learn about our home without ever stepping foot on campus! We offer a variety of virtual options to help students gain a sense of what it means to live and learn at NC State. Register for one or more of the options below based on the information you are interested in learning.

Once registered, a Zoom meeting link will be provided by email the day of the session.

Admissions Information Session

Offered monthly, during this live 30-minute information session, you will hear from an admissions officer about the admissions review process and what it takes to be a competitive applicant. There will be time at the end for Q&A.

Which session should I attend?

• High school students should attend our first-year information session.
• Students who have already graduated from high school and have begun taking college courses at another institution should attend our transfer information session. Active-duty and veteran status military students should also attend our transfer information session.
• Students who are not U.S. citizens or permanent residents should attend our international information session.
• First-Year Information Session
• Transfer Information Session
• International Information Session

Self-Guided Campus Tour

If you stop by campus during the week and are not registered for a campus tour, stop by our Joyner Visitor Center to pick up information about a self-guided tour . Self-guided campus tours are accompanied by a video playlist featuring current students. The video playlist and self-guided tour highlight our well-known student spaces on NC State’s Main Campus including Talley Student Union, Wellness & Recreation and Hill Library.

Joyner Visitor Center

1210 Varsity Drive Raleigh, NC 27606 Free Visitor Parking

College-Specific Information Sessions

With 100+ majors across 10 undergraduate colleges, NC State offers a wide variety of academic programs to fit students’ interests. You must select a major of interest or two when completing the application to NC State, which is taken into consideration in the admission review process.

We encourage students to register for college-specific sessions to learn more about the majors offered to narrow down their choice(s). Visit options vary by college.

• College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
• College of Design
• College of Education
• College of Engineering
• College of Humanities and Social Sciences
• Poole College of Management
• College of Natural Resources
• College of Sciences
• Wilson College of Textiles
• Exploratory Studies
• Life Sciences First Year
• 2-Yr Agricultural Institute

Speak With an Admissions Officer

There are a variety of ways to connect with our office no matter where you are. Hours: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Email: [email protected] Phone: (919) 515-2434

High School Group Visits

We welcome prospective high school student groups to attend an on-campus admissions information session followed by a student-led campus tour.

The group visit request form is now available for summer 2024.

For more information about scheduling a self-guided group tour, please email  [email protected] .

NC State Dining

Contact NC State Dining to determine the best dining options for your group.  

Explore NC State’s campus from the comfort of your own home.  

Information Session Parking

Information sessions are held at Talley Student Union. Visitors must pay to park in the Coliseum Deck. Visitors will need to enter the parking deck through the Cates Avenue entrance and pre-pay by phone using the ParkMobile app .

Visitor Parking Information

There are a few options for visitor parking across NC State’s campus. Review the visitor parking information and campus map to determine which option works best for you.

Raleigh has a variety of lodging options, perfect for planning a longer stay at NC State. While there is a wide selection of places to stay, we’ve listed hotels within ten miles of NC State’s campus for your convenience. All of these hotels offer discounts for guests affiliated with NC State. Call the hotel to inquire about a discount when booking.

View all hotel options in Raleigh to find the best location for your stay.

• Aloft Raleigh
• Hampton Inn & Suites Raleigh/Cary I-40 (PNC Arena)
• Hampton Inn & Suites Raleigh Downtown
• Holiday Inn Raleigh Downtown
• Home2 Suites by Hilton Raleigh State Arena
• Ramada by Wyndham Raleigh
• StateView Hotel
• The Longleaf Hotel and Lounge

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Campus Visit

There is no better way to experience BraveNation than a campus visit. Schedule your campus tour today by clicking the link below. 

Campus Tour

Up Close with UNCP

Open House Dates 2023-2024

• November 4, 2023
• February 3, 2024
• April 13, 2024

Braves Preview Days 2023-2024

• September 29, 2023
• March 15, 2024

 Register for Open House/ Braves Preview Day   

COMING SOON! K-12 Guided Group Tours

Our campus tours will introduce you to the heart of campus and Brave Nation! Our experienced student Brave Ambassadors will give your group an entertaining and informative experience. After your tour you are free to explore more on your own. UNCP hosts a variety of group types, so to accommodate all your needs, request your campus visit 2 weeks prior to your targeted visit date. Group tours are offered daily. Click on the link below to customize your experience and register today!

Virtual Tour

We understand you might not be able to make it to campus and invite you take advantage of our virtual tour option at anytime!

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Course Planning

Advising Meetings and Expectations

Academic advisors serve as guides, supporting students throughout their educational journey. They offer personalized guidance on course selection, academic planning, and career pathways, helping students navigate the complexities of higher education. By providing resources, encouragement, and advocacy, advisors empower students to achieve their academic and professional goals. They foster a collaborative relationship, assisting students in overcoming challenges and making informed decisions that align with their aspirations. Ultimately, academic advisors play a crucial role in promoting student success and holistic development within the college environment.

How long is an advising meeting?

Advising sessions are typically 30 minutes long. To get the most out of your appointment, we recommend that you jot down any questions or concerns in advance of your meeting. If you have a scheduled appointment and something comes up, please be sure to cancel your appointment so another student may use that meeting time slot.

The course Catalog is a comprehensive publication that lists all the courses available for students to enroll in. It includes detailed descriptions of each course, prerequisites, credit hours, and departmental information. The Catalog serves as a guide for students to plan their academic journey and select courses that align with their interests and degree requirements.

Policies & Procedures

While it is your responsibility to review university and academic policies and procedures, we invite you to ask your academic advisor if you have any questions.

Departmental Advising

Within the College of Arts and Sciences at UNC, students benefit from academic guidance provided by both their major department and UNC Advising. The availability of departmental advisors varies, with some departments offering formal faculty advising systems while others provide more informal guidance. The department advisors assist students in selecting courses within their major, offer insights into career paths, and provide information on educational opportunities within the field.

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Tar Heel Tracker

The Tar Heel Tracker is a degree-planning tool available in ConnectCarolina that tracks requirements that have been fulfilled and those that are yet to be fulfilled. The Tar Heel Tracker is a great tool to utilize to ensure you are meeting undergraduate degree requirements and are on track to graduate. We encourage you to make an appointment with your academic advisor periodically to review your Tar Heel Tracker. Check out the Registrar’s Tar Heel Tracker Guide to learn more about how to access and interpret your Tar Heel Tracker report.

Graduating tour guide welcomes visitors to campus

At the UNC Visitors Center, Kevin Rivera Araujo helps others “fall in love” with the place he calls home.

Kevin Rivera Araujo has range.

As the Carolina senior leads a tour through the UNC Visitors Center , he tells guests all about the nation’s first public university. He covers the basics — class sizes, research opportunities, student housing, campus history and University traditions — and makes sure they know the proper name for the school color.

“It’s not sky blue. It’s not baby blue. It’s not powder blue,” Rivera Araujo explains. “It’s Carolina Blue.”

Rivera Araujo, a double major in psychology and Romance languages, has been setting the record straight on the best shade of blue for the last two years. As he prepares to graduate, he says this job is a highlight of his time at Carolina.

“I wish I would’ve started earlier because I really love it here,” says Rivera Araujo.

He was born in Dobson, North Carolina, roughly 100 miles northwest of Chapel Hill, and grew up there with his Mexican family. A first-generation college student, he came to UNC-Chapel Hill as a Carolina Covenant scholar .

After his sophomore year, Rivera Araujo was looking for a work study position and came across an opening for a tour guide. His friends told him they could see him giving tours and talking about the school.

Why did they think the job was a good fit for him?

“Just being able to talk to people,” he says. “I think that perfectly marries what we have to do here at the Visitors Center. We see visitors from all over the country, all over North Carolina and even all around the world.”

That ability to connect with people from all over has been one of Rivera Araujo’s favorite parts of the job. Sometimes visitors come from as far away as Sydney, Australia. And sometimes they turn out to be neighbors, like when he met a group from Elkin, close to his hometown in Surry County.

“My people!” he told them. “You get what I’m saying when I say I grew up in the middle of the woods.”

“We really want to show you the school so you can also fall in love with it,” said Rivera Araujo (Jon Gardiner/UNC-Chapel Hill)

Regardless of where his visitors come from, Rivera Araujo knows the impact he and his fellow tour guides can have on a person’s experience visiting the University.

Last year, a student from Brazil sent Rivera Araujo a tour thank you message that included an important update: He was going to be a Tar Heel, and Rivera Araujo’s “killer tour” helped sell him.

“I love to hear that because that’s what we do here,” Rivera Araujo says. “That’s our purpose: We really want to show you the school so you can also fall in love with it.”

Following graduation, Rivera Araujo plans to take some time off while pondering graduate school and other interests, like podcasting.

Graduation has him thinking back to his first semester at Carolina, when he struggled to find his way around campus during the height of the pandemic. Back then, he reached out to the leader of his virtual first-year orientation, who showed him around.

“I will always cherish that,” Rivera Araujo says. “It’s always a memory that I carry because it meant a lot to me that she took that time just to help me out.”

Years later, he’s paying it forward with tours of a campus he’s a bit more familiar with now.

“I would never change it for anything,” he says of coming to Carolina.

In so many words, he tells the University’s visitors the same.

Ahead of Spring Commencement, Carolina graduates celebrated their achievements at ceremonies around campus.

Doctoral hooding speakers encourage curiosity

Encouraging a “culture of openness,” they charged graduates to stay collaborative and committed to service.

Rewatch 2024 Spring Commencement and Doctoral Hooding

The University celebrated the achievements of the Class of 2024 at Doctoral Hooding and Spring Commencement ceremonies.

Giovanni Biggers will use MAPS degree to boost others

He focused on business and public policy in the UNC Graduate School’s flexible interdisciplinary program.

Celebrating State Employee Recognition Week 2024

As North Carolina celebrates State Employee Recognition Week, Interim Chancellor Lee H. Roberts thanks Carolina employees for their work.

National Academy of Sciences elects 2 from Carolina

Sociology professor Arne Kalleberg and hepatitis researcher Dr. Stanley Lemon received the honor.

The Class of 2024 writes a letter to Carolina

Through social media submissions, graduates share how the University has impacted their lives.

Look back at the Class of 2024’s big night

In this video from Carolina’s Spring Commencement, watch the celebration and catch the fireworks.

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Top player in 2025 class could visit UNC basketball in Fall

N orth Carolina has yet to land a prospect in the 2025 recruiting class but there's a long way to go in that cycle still. Hubert Davis and his staff have identified some top targets, including the No. 1 overall player in the class, AJ Dybantsa.

The small forward out of Napa, California currently plays at Prolific Prep and has 22 offers in his recruitment. As his recruitment continues on, things are starting to progress which includes visits. And for North Carolina, they could be in line for a visit this Fall.

Dybantsa talked to Travis Branham of 247Sports about his recruitment and he mentioned that he could set up a visit this Fall:

North Carolina:"Heard from him, I got offered towards the beginning of my Prolific season, they stay in contact with my dad. I might take a visit this fall but I will have to set that up with UNC, definitely."

Other programs involved in his recruitment include Arkansas , Kentucky , Auburn, and USC .  The 6-foot-8 small forward has already visited USC and Auburn in the process.

Dybantsa is a recruit to keep an eye on for the Tar Heels moving forward and it will be a big plus if they can get him on campus to make an impression.

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This article originally appeared on Tar Heels Wire : Top player in 2025 class could visit UNC basketball in Fall

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HBCU Students And First Tee Alums Daryn Dickens, Darius Laws, Alex Burnett Golf At Wells Fargo Championship Pro-Am

Kyle t. mosley | may 9, 2024.

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After an exhilarating day on the golf course, where she had the privilege of teaming up with professional golfers Tommy Fleetwood and Seamus Power, Daryn Dickens modestly shared her golfing experience with HBCU Legends.  "We just wrapped up. You finished 11 under. I don't think I played half-bad at all. I definitely left some birdies out there, but I'm not mad about it."

Daryn Dickens (Howard University) showcased her exceptional skills at the Wells Fargo Championship Pro-Am on Quail Hollow Club's  golf course in Charlotte, North Carolina. The freshman from Howard, Darius Laws (University of Maryland Eastern Shore), and Alexandre Burnett (North Carolina Central University) won the First Tee Alumni Entrepreneurs Program essay contest focusing on their futures as entrepreneurs and golfers. Winning the competition allowed the HBCU students to play a round with a professional golfer and former PGA Tour caddie, Michael Collins. Darius Laws interested in golf management is being mentored by Kenyatta Ramsey, Head of Diverse Player Services for the PGA TOUR.

“Wells Fargo has a long history of supporting HBCUs and is committed to advancing opportunities for diverse communities.  One way that’s on display here at the Wells Fargo Championship is through our longstanding partnership with First Tee. In addition to hosting a golf clinic for the local chapter in Charlotte, we are proud to have three First Tee graduates – who are current HBCU students – playing in Wednesday’s Pro-Am alongside a PGA TOUR Pro and gaining access to networking and mentorship opportunities off the course.”   Kristy Fercho, Head of Diverse Segments, Representation and Inclusion at Wells Fargo

"I just finished my first year [at Howard] last week," Dickens said.  "And getting ready to go into my sophomore year in August.  I'm really excited. I had a great first year and got really involved. Academics were superb."   Superb is an understatement, as the aspiring attorney earned a 4.0 GPA in two semesters at Howard.

As a product of attorneys from the D.C. area, Dickens is "debating between criminal or civil rights law" as a career.   "I've learned being a history major, I've been able to explore just like a lot of the indifferences and injustices that we have faced as black people. I want to be a part of that movement. I feel like, you know, and talks about the civil rights movement."

She isn't a member of the Bison Golf Team but hopes to utilize her love for golf as a resource to open doors and dialogue for change before finishing at Howard and heading to law school.  "One of those things that I want to be a part of is the role in changing those laws and helping those who are affected by it."

While on the beautiful Quail Hollow Club course, Fleetwood and Power gave the HBCU students a few pointers to enhance their game. Daryn specifically spoke to Fleetwood about practice and his regimen.  " I'm in college right now, and I don't play on the golf team, but, I still love to play golf. So fitting that in within my schedule, I want to make the most of my time because I can't go out every day to play."  With Power, he gave tips on putting and drives, which she immediately put into their round together.  "I had the opportunity to talk to Seamus about my putting, and, ironically, as soon as we finished talking about it, I had this long, like, 25-footer, and I sank it for an eagle."

Although Dickens doesn't see a future as a professional golfer, she believes Wells Fargo and First Tee have been tremendous for her and others from HBCUs.  "I'd like to give a big shout out to Wells Fargo for giving us this opportunity. First Tee helped me apply and get her, but Wells Fargo is offering us the opportunity to play with pros and be able to play Quail Hollow. Also, I feel like they truly care."

Wells Fargo has paired Daryn with a mentor who will be available for guidance and counseling until her graduation.   "That relationship is going to continue past this tournament this week that I'm here in Charlotte. And I'm truly grateful for an opportunity that Wells Fargo has given to us to let us, you know, be able to develop in our field that we want to."

KYLE T. MOSLEY

I am Kyle T. Mosley, the Founder, Managing Editor, and Chief Reporter for the HBCU Legends, Saints News Network, and Pelicans Scoop on FanNation a Sports Illustrated team channel since October 2019.  Morehouse Alum, McDonogh #35 Roneagles (NOLA), Drum Major of the Tenacious Four.  My Father, Mother, Grandmother, Aunts and Uncles were HBCU graduates! Host of "Blow the Whistle" HBCU Legends, "The Quad" with Coach Steward, and "Bayou Blitz" Podcasts. Radio/Media Appearances:  WWL AM/FM Radio in New Orleans (Mike Detillier/Bobby Hebert),  KCOH AM 1230 in Houston (Ralph Cooper), WBOK AM in New Orleans (Reggie Flood/Ro Brown), and 103.7FM "The Game" (Jordy Hultberg/Clint Domingue), College Kickoff Unlimited (Emory Hunt), Jeff Lightsly Show, and Offscript TV on YouTube. Television Appearance: Fox26 in Houston on The Isiah Carey Factor, College Kickoff Unlimited (Emory Hunt). My Notable Interviews:  Byron Allen (Media Mogul), Deion Sanders (Jackson State University, Head Coach), Tomekia Reed (Jackson State Lady Tigers Basketball Coach), Taylor Rooks (NBA Reporter), Swin Cash (VP of Basketball - New Orlean Pelicans), Demario and Tamala Davis (NFL Player), Jerry Rice (Hall of Famer), Doug Williams (HBCU & NFL Legend), Emmitt Smith (Hall of Famer), James "Shack" Harris (HBCU & NFL Legend), Cris Carter (Hall of Famer), Solomon Wilcots (SiriusXM NFL Host), Steve Wyche (NFL Network), Jim Trotter (NFL Network), Travis Williams (Founder of HBCU All-Stars, LLC), Malcolm Jenkins (NFL Player), Cam Jordan (NFL), Demario Davis (NFL), Allan Houston (NBA All-Star), Drew Brees (Former NFL QB), Deuce McAllister (Former NFL RB), Willie Roaf (NFL Hall of Fame), Jim Everett (Former NFL Player), Quinn Early (Former NFL Player), Dr. Reef (NFL Players' Trainer Specialist), Nataria Holloway (VP of the NFL). I am building a new team of journalists, podcasters, videographers, and interns.  For media requests, interviews, or interest in joining HBCU Legends, please contact me at [email protected]. Follow me:

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Pack Reflections: Celebrating the Spring Class of 2024

Nearly 7,000 students turned their tassels at NC State University’s spring commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 4 at PNC Arena.

The College of Natural Resources conferred 376 degrees, including 324 undergraduate degrees, 43 master’s degrees and nine doctoral degrees.

More than half of the college’s graduates received their degrees with honors, including 87 summa cum laude, 59 magna cum laude and 57 cum laude.

Check out the stories highlighted below to learn more about some of the outstanding students from this year’s graduating class.

Julia Egler

Julia Egler graduated summa cum laude with a bachelor’s degree in parks, recreation and tourism management from the Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management.

Egler served as a member of the James Buzzard Leadership Development Program and the College of Natural Resources Ambassador Program.

She was recently hired by the City of Raleigh to serve as assistant director of the Lake Lynn Park and Community Center.

JT Chappell

John Thomas “JT” Chappell graduated summa cum laude with a bachelor’s degree in sustainable materials and technology from the Department of Forest Biomaterials.

Chappell served as a laboratory technician with the Hodges Wood Products Laboratory for two years during his time at NC State.

Now that he’s graduated, Chappell plans to return to Hodges Wood Products Laboratory to serve as its temporary business director.

Shrusti Patel

Shrusti Patel graduated summa cum laude with a bachelor’s degree in environmental technology and management from the Department of Forestry and Environmental Resources.

Patel served as a member of the James Buzzard Leadership Development Program and interned with the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality.

She plans to pursue a graduate degree and field experience in hopes of studying the impacts of environmental and occupational contaminants on human health.

Cory Norris

Cory Norris graduated cum laude with a bachelor’s degree in forest management from the Department of Forestry and Environmental Resources.

Norris is a third-generation NC State student, following his father and grandfather. His family has been active in the forestry industry for decades through Tri-State Land and Timber, LLC.

He plans to apply to graduate school in hopes of earning a master’s degree in geographic information systems.

Laura Tomkins

Laura Tomkins graduated with a doctoral degree in geospatial analytics from the Center for Geospatial Analytics. She was advised by Sandra Yuter of the College of Sciences.

Tomkins’ dissertation focused on the relationships between weather radar-observed structures within winter storms and surface snow rates.

She was recently hired as a senior atmospheric scientist at Karen Clark and Company in Boston, Massachusetts.

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2024 Wells Fargo Championship leaderboard: Rory McIlroy lurking as Xander Schauffele leads after Round 1

Mcilroy eyes his fourth title at quail hollow ahead of the year's second major championship.

CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- The first day of the 2024 Wells Fargo Championship ended with Xander Schauffele atop the leaderboard holding a three-stroke lead at 7 under but with Rory McIlroy top of mind. The three-time tournament winner was among the last on the golf course Thursday, and despite a bumpy back nine, was able to sign for a 4-under 67 to sit firmly in the rearview mirror of the leader. McIlroy is among a chasing pack that includes the likes of Collin Morikawa, Justin Thomas and Max Homa.

"I'm hitting the ball really well again, with some of the shots that I hit out there today with the driver, some of the iron shots were much better, I feel like putting's good," McIlroy said. "And I felt like things were starting to turn around for me in New Orleans, played a good weekend there. Sort of just -- I got a really nice couple feelings in my swing that week, and I've just sort of tried to ingrain those over the last, whatever that is, 10 days. Yeah, it feels good. It was good to play a solid round of golf today. Left a couple out there, I feel, but at the same time, I've got three more days to try to build on what I've done today."

McIlroy's day began in emphatic fashion, signing for a turkey of birdies from holes No. 3-5. He immediately rose to the first page of the leaderboard, and his name would vault to the very top a couple holes later when a 55-foot eagle bid found the bottom of the cup. With a short par 4 and another par 5 among the ensuing holes, McIlroy had the look and runway of taking flight.

🗣️ ROARS FOR RORS! @McIlroyRory buries it from 50 feet for eagle to take the lead @WellsFargoGolf . pic.twitter.com/wncbQieBes — PGA TOUR (@PGATOUR) May 9, 2024

His ball did just that on the drivable par-4 8th as the world No. 2's tee shot finished beyond the green. What momentum was garnered the first seven holes was grounded the rest of the way in as McIlroy finished par-bogey on his front nine to turn in 4-under 31.

The recently turned 35-year-old seesawed on the back half with birdies on Nos. 10, 13 and 16 offset by bogeys on Nos. 11, 15 and 18. McIlroy missed out on a chance to inch closer to Schauffele by dropping a shot on the par-5 15th and missing a short birdie effort on the hole prior to set up a devilish bunker shot from just inside 50 yards, but he remains within reach. And whenever McIlroy is within reach at Quail Hollow, good things tend to happen.

1. Xander Schauffele (-7)

Schauffele's run of form has sprinted into this week with a near-flawless 7-under 64 in Round 1. Last year's runner-up will now look to do one better against a chasing pack littered with major champions. The Olympic gold medalist was impressive during the early action on Thursday -- a time during which many were confused. With Quail Hollow rain-soaked, competitors assumed the resurfaced greens would soften. That assumption never came to fruition, however. 

Distance control with the irons became paramount, and there was none better than Schauffele. Consistently hitting his approach shots pin high, he was in full control up until the drivable par-4 8th where a generous ruling came to his aid. Receiving a free drop due to a Shotlink tower cable being in his line of sight, Schauffele saved par and tacked on a birdie on the par-4 finisher for good measure. Those are the exact breaks Schauffele has to take advantage of if he plans to win for the first time since the 2022 Scottish Open.

"I hit it in the trees. My ball was probably like a foot, 2 feet from the fence … If I went towards the green, the fence kind of worked this way, so I had what I could hit, a 4-iron or something low and just kind of run it through," Schauffele said. "If it gets stuck, I'll just kind of hit my next one out. But I brought the rules official in there with me because I was like, 'you've got to be OK with this because this is literally the only shot I can hit.' So Austin and I moved two massive rocks that weren't embedded, and then I got relief out of the junk and then hit a pretty good shot on the green from there. What was a very stressful moment turned into a pretty stressless par."

A relatable moment from an otherwise unrelatable round of 64 by Xander Schauffele. 😅 pic.twitter.com/IKYZdhcoZi — Golf Channel (@GolfChannel) May 9, 2024

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T2. Rory McIlroy, Collin Morikawa, Alex Noren (-4) T5. Justin Thomas, Sungjae Im, Jason Day, Sepp Straka, Lee Hodges, Russell Henley, Taylor Moore (-3)

There is a quiet confidence about Morikawa right now that seems to grow louder and louder by the day. Speaking with CBS Sports earlier in the week, the two-time major champion insisted he is very close to the player he was just a few years ago and that stringing together four quality rounds is just around the corner. Despite not traveling to Charlotte too often in his career (this is only his second start at Quail Hollow), Morikawa looked right at home en route to his 4-under 67. He didn't miss an iron shot left, took advantage of the holes he was supposed to and played the style of golf that will be successful not only this week but, more importantly, next. He may string together his four rounds this week and win, but he could also string together four months and do some major damage in the process.

"I've seen spurts here and there throughout the past few years," Morikawa said. "I want to go on a run essentially, right? You want to go on a nice stretch of golf. So it was nice to obviously have that finish at the Masters even though it didn't play out the way I wanted, but knowing that this week is going to be great prep, especially going into next week, just got to dial in everything as much as we can and be ready."

2024 Wells Fargo Championship updated odd, picks

• Xander Schauffele: 2-1
• Rory McIlroy: 3-1
• Collin Morikawa: 9-1
• Justin Thomas: 14-1
• Max Homa: 16-1
• Alex Noren: 18-1

Schauffele was my selection at the beginning of the week, and he is my selection after Thursday. If you're just now jumping into the tournament, there may be a better ride to catch as 2-1 feels short despite his three-stroke lead. Max Homa was impressive in Round 1 with his 2-under 69. After experiencing a sloppy start, the 2019 champion bounced back and looks primed to contend at Quail Hollow once again.

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