Impact Stories

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

Carolina Stories

Deshpande sitting in front of a tree

6 min read

Solving supply chain challenges

People walking past helped wanted sign.

2 min read

Where are the workers?

A woman negotiates in a conference room.

2 min read

Negotiating with stereotypes

Portrait of Fidele Mugisha.

2 min read

Forging a new life

(Left to right) Kate Golson and Fareeda Akewusola pose together courtside at a Carolina basketball game in the Dean E. Smith Center.

2 min read

Attracting exceptional students

Bryanna Ledbetter stands in front of the British Museum.

2 min read

'The highlight of my college career'

Portrait of Daniel Johnson in front of a black background.

3 min read

Active-duty journalism

Lane stands in front of South Building on U.N.C. campus.

2 min read

Finding a different path

Portrait of Saniyya Adams in Carolina graduation robes.

2 min read

Becoming Carolina history

Abigail Rohy stands in a lab in her graduation regalia.

2 min read

Becoming a scientist

Daniel Garcia stands in front of a tree while wearing a Carolina sweatshirt.

2 min read

Making college a reality

Portrait of Brad Hendricks.

2 min read

Bringing business to undergraduates