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From research initiatives to student life and Tar Heel traditions, check out what’s going on at Carolina.

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    Meet our new Tar Heels

    Each time a new school year arrives, the number of Tar Heels grows larger as thousands of first-years, transfers and graduate students become a part of the Carolina community. Learn about some of our new Tar Heels and how their own unique experiences, talents and passions will bolster our community and impact the world.

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    Tar Heels at the Olympics

    UNC-Chapel Hill students and alumni will be in Paris for the 2024 Summer Olympics for competition, class, work and more.

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    Summer experiences at Carolina

    Summer is a great time for Tar Heels to take lessons learned in the classroom and apply them in professional settings, picking up valuable experience for their careers ahead.

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    The Arts at Carolina

    Central to the Tar Heel experience, the arts at Carolina are vibrant thanks to our students, faculty and staff and community members.

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    AI research at Carolina

    At Carolina, researchers across departments are finding creative ways to use artificial intelligence for the greater good.

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    Academic year in review: 2023-24

    Take a look back at some of the biggest stories that shaped this year at Carolina.

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    2024 Spring Commencement

    A new class of Tar Heels joined the proud ranks of Tar Heel alumni as thousands of friends and family members applauded their achievements.

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    Meet the Class of 2024

    Many Tar Heels in the Class of 2024 began their college careers during the pandemic. After years of hard work, late nights and determination, they're joining the ranks of more than 357 Carolina alumni.