Impact Stories

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

Carolina Stories

Daniel Bowen (right) meets with Ross Tompkins, assistant to the town manager, to discuss Chapel Hill's sustainability initiative.

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Giving back to the community

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

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Multiplier Effect

Portrait of Yolanda Simpson in a lab

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Taking on STEM’s biggest challenges

Cassidy Harding smiling

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Shaping her future

Nihar Vaidya working on computer

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Leading the Next Generation of Computer Scientists

Ricky May, third from left, with previous Carolina Blue Honors Fellows.

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Expanding fellowship efforts

Chris Gray and Sara Daavettila stand side by side in front of a blue swath.

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Academic and Athletic Excellence

Madyson Barber smililing on campus

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Going Above and Beyond

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Researching the senses

Stacy Zhang conducts research on coast in Morehead City

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On the edge of discovery

Christine Mikeska and Ben Arbuckle with an assemblage of bones from an archaeological dig.

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Analyzing Ancient Animal Remains

Susan Gravely and Bill Ross gaze at each other on a balcony overlooking the city of Florence.

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Giving the Gift of Global Education