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Carolina Stories

David Routh stands in the center of his family holding the Order of the Long Leaf Pine Award with Eddie Smith Field in the background.

4 min read

‘Uplifting future generations’

Portrait of Bruce Van Saun.

2 min read

Banking success

Student standing at entrance to Carolina Cupboard.

3 min read

From the field to the pantry

Photo of the newly completed plaza.

2 min read

Honoring founders, fostering community

Portrait of Eleanor Murray in front of flowers.

2 min read

Connecting daydreaming with diplomacy

Collage with aerial rendering of Bell Hall at center, surrounded by photos of students and speakers at the groundbreaking ceremony.

2 min read

Funding the future at UNC Kenan-Flagler

Katherine Nell Acierno smiles, holding a dog in her lap, with a blue background.

2 min read

A legacy of love

Bill and Dana Starling with a view of mountains in the background

3 min read

Starling gift establishes UNC Suicide Prevention Institute

Portrait of Alex Acosta

4 min read

‘Where I’m Meant to Be’

TruglioCampaign

3 min read

Getting to Carolina, Step by Step

covenantCampaign

3 min read

Focused on Career Development

Portrait of Olivia Santangelo wearing cap and gown at the Old Well.

3 min read

Accomplished and proud