School of Data and Information Sciences

Our students, faculty and alumni use data and information to tackle complex challenges, advance human-centered research and create solutions that strengthen communities in North Carolina and beyond.

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Support the School of Data and Information Sciences

Donor support fuels innovation, expands opportunities for students, attracts and retains exemplary faculty, and drives research that changes lives. Make a gift today to shape the evolving field of data and information sciences and help prepare students for the workforce in the 21st century.

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School of Data Science and Society "Founders Fund"

Your contribution supports events, programs and activities that bring together perspectives from across campus and beyond to advance data science research, education and practice at Carolina.

Edward G. Holley Student Research Fund

Provides support for student research awards, especially for expenses incurred for research on the master's thesis.

School of Information and Library Science Fund

Provides support for core programs to support information and library science students and faculty, as well as classroom and technology upgrades that facilitate learning and research.

The Harriet Edgar LaBarre Graduate Award Fund

Gifts made to the Award Fund will allow the School of Data and Information Sciences to recruit and support exceptional graduate students as programs continue to grow.

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Connecting with Carolina alumni opens new career paths for Tar Heels studying information and library sciences.

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Have questions or want to explore how your giving can make the greatest impact? We welcome the opportunity to connect and learn more about what inspires you. Reach out to start a conversation about your philanthropic goals and how you can support the UNC School of Data and Information Sciences' mission.

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Matthew Williams

Executive Director of Strategic Initiatives

Connects people, ideas and philanthropic resources to support the School of Data and Information Sciences' vision, growth and impact.

matthew.williams@unc.edu
 “Our school brings together expertise from across STEM and the social sciences so that we can unlock the power of data and information to solve our most pressing challenges. Your philanthropy bolsters our students so that we can equip them with the skills and experience needed to lead in the future.”
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Stan Ahalt

Dean, UNC School of Data and Information Sciences