NC State University Chancellor Search Advisory Committee Announced
UNC System President Peter Hans today announced the formation of a 13-member committee that will search for the next chancellor of NC State University.
UNC Board of Governors to meet in special session July 24, 2024
The UNC Board of Governors will meet in special session on Wednesday, July 24, 2024, at the UNC System Office in Raleigh.
UNC System awards $29 million in grants to expand nursing education
The University of North Carolina System has awarded nearly $29 million to expand nursing education at 12 public universities and North Carolina’s Area Health Education Centers. The grants are part of a groundbreaking effort to address the nursing workforce shortage in North Carolina.
More than 1,700 students return to UNC System through innovative partnership with Project Kitty Hawk
A first-of-its-kind program aimed at bringing former students back into the UNC System to complete their bachelor’s degree is having a substantial effect on enrollment throughout the state.
UNC System announces grants for groundbreaking research
Three research teams from within the University of North Carolina System have been selected as recipients of awards totaling $4.5 million from the 2025 Research Opportunities Initiative (ROI).
UNC Board of Governors features all-female leadership
The University of North Carolina Board of Governors is under new leadership, with an all-female slate of officers for the first time in UNC System history.
Appalachian State University Chancellor Search Advisory Committee Announced
Committee will begin work to identify candidates to lead App State RALEIGH, N.C. – University of North Carolina System President Peter Hans today announced the formation of a 13-member committee that will search for the next chancellor of Appalachian State University. Deanna Ballard, former state senator who represented Watauga County from 2016 to 2023, will …
UNC System announces Presidential Scholars for 2024-25 academic year
Three recent graduates of University of North Carolina System institutions will serve as Presidential Scholars for the 2024-25 academic year.
James Martin II elected chancellor of North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University
James Martin II, an accomplished civil engineer who has led engineering and STEM initiatives at three large public research universities, was elected chancellor of North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University today by the University of North Carolina Board of Governors.
NC Governor’s HBCU Internship Program invests in future with new cohort
The North Carolina Governor’s HBCU Internship Program welcomes its newest class of 37 interns from the state’s historically Black colleges and universities.
Committee on University Personnel to meet June 21, 2024
The University of North Carolina Board of Governors Committee on University Personnel will hold a special virtual meeting at 11 a.m. on Friday, June 21, 2024.
Executive Leadership Institute develops leaders from within the UNC System
The University of North Carolina System has named a group of 33 participants to the fifth cohort of the System’s Executive Leadership Institute.
Presidential Assessment Committee to meet June 19, 2024
The University of North Carolina Board of Governors Presidential Assessment Committee will hold a special meeting at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 19, 2024.
Interim chancellor appointed for Elizabeth City State University
University of North Carolina System President Peter Hans has appointed longtime educator Dr. Catherine Edmonds as interim chancellor at Elizabeth City State University.
Dr. Karrie Dixon elected chancellor of North Carolina Central University
Dr. Karrie Dixon, who has led Elizabeth City State University to a new era of expansion and success, was elected chancellor of North Carolina Central University today by the UNC Board of Governors.
Committee on University Personnel to meet June 6, 2024
The University of North Carolina Board of Governors Committee on University Personnel will hold a special virtual meeting at 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, June 6, 2024.
Bonita J. Brown elected chancellor of Winston-Salem State University
Bonita J. Brown, a seasoned university leader with experience in national student access initiatives, was elected chancellor of Winston-Salem State University today by the University of North Carolina Board of Governors.
Committee on University Personnel to meet May 29, 2024
The University of North Carolina Board of Governors Committee on University Personnel will hold a special virtual meeting at 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday,
Dr. Craig Yencho receives 2024 O. Max Gardner Award
Dr. Craig Yencho, an NC State University professor whose research has influenced sweetpotato cultivation across the world, has been named the recipient of the 2024 Oliver Max Gardner Award.
Statements on resolution of UNC School of the Arts legal case
The UNC System, UNCSA and attorneys for the claimants today announced a settlement agreement that will resolve claims and end litigation brought by 65 alumni in late 2021 alleging sexual misconduct and abuse at UNCSA primarily during the 1970s-1990s.
UNC Board of Governors to meet in regular session May 23, 2024
The UNC Board of Governors will meet in regular session at 10 a.m. on Thursday, May 23, 2024, at the UNC System Office in Raleigh.
Committee on University Governance to meet May 16, 2024
The University of North Carolina Board of Governors Committee on University Governance will hold a special meeting at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 16, 2024.
UNC System receives federal funding to help serve adult learners
A $7.8 million appropriation by Congress will provide technical upgrades for University of North Carolina System campuses to improve access to degree programs for adult learners.
Subcommittee on Laboratory Schools to meet May 6, 2024
The University of North Carolina Board of Governors Subcommittee on Laboratory Schools will hold a special meeting at 2:30 p.m. on Monday, May 6, 2024.
Interim chancellor named for Appalachian State University
University of North Carolina System President Peter Hans has appointed Heather Norris as interim chancellor for Appalachian State University.
New executive director named for The North Carolina Arboretum
UNC System President Peter Hans appointed Drake Fowler as the new executive director of The North Carolina Arboretum in Asheville.
UNC Board of Governors to meet in regular session April 18, 2024
The UNC Board of Governors will meet in regular session on Thursday, April 18, 2024, on the campus of the University of North Carolina School of the Arts.
Governors Committee on University Personnel to meet April 15, 2024
The University of North Carolina Board of Governors Committee on University Personnel will hold a special meeting at 12 p.m. on Monday, April 15, 2024.
NC Teaching Fellows Program announces record 462 award recipients for 2024-25
The North Carolina Teaching Fellows Commission has selected 462 award recipients for the 2024-25 academic year, the highest number since the program’s return in 2017.
New system provides roadmap of college credit for military experience
Military service members can now see how on-the-job experience translates to earned college credit within the University of North Carolina System.