UNC Magazine Articles

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    Voices – Bears in the Bands

    May 17, 2021

    UNC alumni had the opportunity to march in the inaugural parade for President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris

    A marching band, including some UNC graduates, performing in full uniform at the Biden/Harris inaugural parade.
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    Calling on a Community

    December 22, 2020

    Justin Venman says working for UNC as a student calling alumni has opened doors, fostered optimism and given him opportunities he never expected

    Justin Venman standing near an upper level building ledge smiling outside
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    Defining Moments

    December 22, 2020

    UNC has heeded a call of “Rowing Not Drifting” for more than a century through social, political and economic challenges. In 2020, the university responded to budget issues, a global pandemic and a racial justice movement as it focused on student success and worked to move forward with resilience and an enduring sense of community.

    An image of a brick and metal fence outside with the sun shining through trees
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    I’m a Bear – Joelle Jenkins

    December 22, 2020

    Over the summer, Joelle Jenkins, McNair Scholar and senior majoring in Environmental and Sustainability Studies with minors in Africana Studies and Biology, founded the BlacademicUS Twitter account that shares resources and stories of Black people in academia; it has already gained over 1,400 followers

    Joelle Jenkins sitting on a brick ledge with flowers surrounding behind her
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    Killing the Coronavirus

    December 22, 2020

    When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, the role of UNC’s Facilities staff became more crucial than ever

    A custodial staff member is cleaning the stairs handle