Impact Stories

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

Carolina Stories

Morehead-Cain Scholar Kendall Leigh stands in front of a dining table at a sushi restaurant.

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A Cornerstone of Excellence

Alison Friedman sits with legs stretched across several theater seats and arms outspread.

2 min read

Reconnecting with live performance

James and Susan Moeser pose outdoors in front of South Building on UNC-Chapel Hill's campus.

5 min read

A Milestone Investment

A group of Chancellor’s Science Scholars conduct a chemistry experiment in the lab of Dr. David Nicewicz.

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Supporting the next generation of leaders

Morehead-Cain scholar Sarah Mackenzie sits atop a camel in Petra, Jordan.

2 min read

Saying 'Yes' To Opportunities

Taylor sharp

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Heels and Hoops for Hope

Terry Long holds up a petri dish containing small green plants.

1 min read

Farm to lab

Chandler Simpson sits on the floor of a room that has sustainable fashion messaging painted on the walls and is looking at a mannequin that is wrapped up in red ribbons with her face marked out with red paint.

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The fashion of sustainability

Malik Jabati smiles in front of the Old Well.

3 min read

Finding an intellectually stimulating environment

Katie Melville and Marvin Eargle stand outdoors smiling with arms linked.

2 min read

Generosity across generations

Crowd of people at art show.

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A current future

Larry Han smiles seated in front of a large arched window.

2 min read

Giving rise to greatness