Impact Stories

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

Carolina Stories

Graphic that reads "20 years, Carolina Covenant" with two images of Craven on either side.

4 min read

Dr. Renatta Craven made the most of the Carolina Covenant

Segovia-Chumbez wears graduation regalia while sitting on cement wall with "Adams School of Dentistry" sign on it.

3 min read

Covenant Scholar’s dentistry path leads back to rural service

Sharon Lawrence stands outside PlayMakers Repertory Company.

4 min read

One-woman show spotlights Sharon Lawrence

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

4 min read

Because of you: 2024 giving highlights

UNC wrestler T.J. Jaworsky holding an opponent by the leg during a match.

5 min read

Carolina Champion: T.J. Jaworsky

Left: Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist Gene Roberts ’54; Right: An 1895 woodblock print by Kobayashi Kiyochika

4 min read

Top 10 Carolina Stories 2024

A shoulders-up portrait of Lilly Washburn.

4 min read

The best of both worlds

Black and white mock up of a vintage printing machine against a blue circular backdrop.

4 min read

10-millionth volume celebrates philanthropy, illuminates printing technology

A shoulders-up portrait of Kelley Traynham outdoors.

4 min read

Remembering your 'why'

Board with post-it note responses to question "What does the South mean to you?"

5 min read

Filling a major gap in oral history

Person holds headphones against ears while peering down at laptop.

2 min watch

Uplifting Asian and Asian American experiences

Members of the 1994 UNC women's basketball team hoist up the championship trophy.

9 min read

Carolina Champions: Charlotte Smith