Funds
The Richard "Stick" and Teresa Holland Williams Endowed Fund
Named in honor of alumni Richard “Stick” Williams (Class of 1975) and Teresa Holland Williams (Class of 1977), whose generous seed gift established the endowment. Its purpose is to provide a permanent source of support that strengthens our sustainability, safeguards our mission and preserves the Stone Center’s lasting impact for generations to come.
The Sean Douglas Fellowship Endowment
Provides support for professional development experiences for students through internships with the Stone Center. The Fellowship, named for UNC-Chapel Hill alum Sean Douglas, a U.S. Army veteran, aviator and community leader, provides semester-long paid internships. Students work directly with Stone Center staff to develop meaningful service and engagement experiences on campus and in the surrounding communities.
The Susan Grey Akers Scholarship Fund
Inspired by Susan Grey Akers’ trailblazing legacy, this fund enhances the MSLS student experience by providing resources that foster academic achievement, professional growth and opportunities to learn and lead.
The William A. Whitaker Foundation Art Fund
Provides support for the Ackland to acquire works of art for the permanent collection.
The Wyndham Robertson Artist Residency Fund
Provides support for artists' residencies to ensure they remain a vibrant pillar of our programs, supporting artists in developing new work, advancing research, and engaging students. Named in honor of our founding board member.
Undergraduate Education Fund
Provides support for the Office of Undergraduate Education to empower students, advance educational innovation and ensure a strong future for undergraduate education.
Undergraduate International Studies Fellowship
Provides support for an award to students who desire to travel abroad for a minimum of one semester. These students choose their own plans of study and report back to us upon completion of study. Fellowships awards range up to $2500 and are offered once per year.