Impact Stories

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

Carolina Stories

Dante Pittman stands with hand on hips with Whirligig Park in the background

3 min read

Going back to where he started

Carolina donor Luther Hodges greets recipients of a scholarship created in his name

2 min read

Luther Hodges Scholars program launches this fall

Luther Hodges shakes hands with a student.

2 min read

Luther Hodges Scholars

Pamela Brewington stands in front of the North Carolina Administration Building.

5 min read

No higher calling

Deshpande sitting in front of a tree

6 min read

Solving supply chain challenges

An exterior photo of the School of Government building.

1 min read

High-impact fellows

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

Portrait of Aimee Wall arms crossed, smiling at camera.

2 min read

Serving local leaders

Shayla Douglas stands in downtown Garner

2 min read

Leading locally

Portrait of Brad Hendricks.

2 min read

Bringing business to undergraduates