Impact Stories

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

Carolina Stories

Professor Flavio Frohlich faces the camera seated at a desk wearing tACS head-gear

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Top 12 Carolina Stories 2025

A group of stakeholders clap joyfully in front of a Bell Hall sign at the opening of Bell Hall.

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Bell Hall builds bridges for business and beyond

Three headshots of James Koman (centered), Allie Ray McCullen (right), and Eric Montross (left) against a Carolina blue backdrop.

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Three alumni honored with Davie Awards for service

Kathryn, Kevin and Henry Griffin smile at the camera in Sutton's Drug Store.

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Turning Carolina dreams into reality

Mary Margaret Frank stands outside of an academic building in a grassy area.

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From UNC Kenan-Flagler student to dean

Pam Lucas sits on a bench at the Carolina Inn.

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Leading through service

Painting sits in a glass box on display with person passing in the background.

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Exhibit adds splash of 'Color'

Frank and Ellen Proctor standing on the steps of the Pit.

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Reimagining the Pit

Portrait of Robert Laidlaw against a backdrop image of the Old Well.

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A lifetime of giving back

A smiling woman seated indoors framed within a blue location pin graphic. London cityscape in the back with 'Tar Heels Everywhere' and ‘London’ text.

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Tar Heels Everywhere: London

Group of SPARK participants at the fall retreat.

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Fueling confidence and courage through SPARK

A woman stands in an office setting with a map pin graphic that surrounds her in blue that reads "Tar Heels Everywhere" and "Singapore."

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Tar Heels Everywhere: Singapore