Impact Stories

Stories that show how privately funded research, programs and initiatives are making a difference.

Carolina Stories

Angelica in cap and gown

6 min read

Inspired by Harvey Beech, a Carolina MPA grad leads with courage

13 Diplomacy Lab students in business attire pose for a group photo with Professor Neil Gaikwad

6 min read

UNC-Chapel Hill students help shape U.S. foreign policy

Person in military uniform kneels down in field to handle drone equipment.

3 min read

Military grad student up for promotion

Carolina women's soccer team members jump with glee on the soccer field.

4 min read

Because of you: 2024 giving highlights

An aerial shot of the Galapagos Science Center with a beach in the foreground

5 min read

Inaugural Kenan Galapagos Fellows launch new research

Amy Kryston sits in front of her computer, running data.

1 min read

Studying septic systems

KeleteCampaign

2 min read

Jumping into Research

Portrait of Alex Acosta

4 min read

‘Where I’m Meant to Be’

Lorenzo Hopper standing inside a hallway.

2 min read

Immersed in the Carolina Experience

Jeliyah Clark smiling with campus in the backdrop and a blue geometric overlay.

4 min read

Multiplier Effect

Tour group looks at NC Botanical Garden

1 min read

Appreciating conservation efforts

SECU Foundation members holding check

2 min read

Investing in local leadership