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Greg Smith III Is Everywhere October 20, 2026 | Football Defensive players don't put points on the board apart from the occasional pick-six or fumble return. But points prevented are just important as points scored, as UNC safety Greg Smith III illustrated in the Tar Heels' 24-20 win at Duke with two plays that kept the Blue Devils out of the end zone.
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The Sound Of Victory October 18, 2026 | Football Facing defeat in the UNC-Duke football rivalry means hearing it, too. But for the winner, the clangs of the Victory Bell form a beautiful symphony that signifies yearlong bragging rights — the perfect soundtrack for a postgame celebration unlike the others. Between transfers and freshmen, many Tar Heels benefited from a crash course this week on the rivalry. Jordan Shipp didn't need a history lesson. He knew what it meant.
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Tar Heels Staying Ready When Called Upon October 13, 2026 | Football During the New England Patriots' opening preseason game of 2009, an unknown rookie named Julian Edelman returned a punt for a touchdown, taking advantage of an opportunity created by an injury to star receiver Wes Welker. There's a YouTube clip with 1 million views of Belichick talking to Welker on the sideline after Edelman's return and asking him if he'd ever heard of Wally Pipp. Welker didn't know of Pipp.
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The Tar Heels danced and chanted in the visitors locker room at Acrisure Stadium before quieting as head coach Bill Belichick began to speak. "Fellas, that's the way to grind it out — never easy," said Belichick, encircled by his players. "Got to grind it out.
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Jamie Collins has had two rookie seasons. The first came in 2013 with the New England Patriots at the start of a 10-year playing career that included a trip to the Pro Bowl and a Super Bowl victory. The second came last year, reuniting with head coach Bill Belichick and overseeing the Tar Heel inside linebackers in his first ever coaching gig. His first go-around in the coaching world went well, as Collins helped guide a pair of All-ACC selections a season ago.
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Proof Of Concept October 4, 2026 | Football The No. 3 team in the country had UNC on the ropes early on at Kenan Stadium Saturday. The way the Tar Heels responded was a bright spot during a 37-26 loss to the Fighting Irish, offering hope for what's ahead this season. Notre Dame, already ahead by two touchdowns, was driving deep into the red zone midway through the second quarter, threatening to extend its lead to three scores.
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Jordan Shipp, UNC's leading receiver last season, is enjoying Jelani Thurman's company. It makes the junior wideout's job easier when there's a multidimensional tight end defenses must account for. "You can't put a corner out there; they'll be too small," Shipp said. "There's no linebacker I feel like in the country that's going to stay in front of Jelani. There aren't too many safeties who can roam down and be a willing tackler but also try to guard him. He's a matchup nightmare.
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Holding a two-point lead on the road against Clemson with just under 13 minutes remaining in the fourth quarter, the UNC offense began methodically moving the ball down the field. The Tar Heels did so with their running game, as Benjamin Hall ripped off back-to-back runs of 16 and 17 yards before Demon June gained 12 to put UNC in the red zone. UNC had reached the Clemson 7-yard line when the game entered a weather delay that lasted nearly 2.5 hours.
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Photo by: Jeffrey A. Camarati Newcomers Fit Right In With UNC’s Front Seven September 15, 2026 | Football UNC edge rusher Jaylen Harvey goes by backfieldgeneral on Instagram. The redshirt sophomore lived up to his handle this past Saturday, spending a good amount of time in the East Tennessee State backfield during the Tar Heels' 35-3 victory.
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After UNC's encouraging season-opening win against TCU, Tar Heel fans had to sit through a bye week as the rest of college football world kicked off. But head coach Bill Belichick's team picked up where it left off in Dublin and treated the home fans to a 35-3 victory over East Tennessee State Saturday in the first game of the 100th season at Kenan Stadium.
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Photo by: Jeffrey A. Camarati Success For New-Look Tar Heel Offense Starts Up Front September 8, 2026 | Football Each of UNC's five starters on the offensive line had played all 57 snaps in the team's season opener against TCU when the Tar Heels lined up for a crucial 4th-and-1 with less than a minute remaining in the fourth quarter, clinging to a 15-10 lead.
Canada’s Hottest Job Market? Taking Care of Old People
Wealthsimple makes powerful financial tools to help you grow and manage your money. Learn more If you spend any time poking around fintwit, you’ve likely seen posts about how health-care jobs have been propping up the U.S. labour market. But did you know an identical trend is playing out here in Canada? From April 2025 to April 2026, the health-care and social-assistance industries alone added 119,000 jobs — a more than 4% YoY jump.
If you’re cycling and collide with a car in Ontario, can you be found at fault?
Updated: May 5, 2026 by Aya Al-Hakim KEY FINDINGS Cyclists in Ontario must follow the same rules of the road as drivers and can be found at fault in a collision. Even without a car, cyclists may still have access to accident benefits through their own or a household auto insurance policy. Auto insurance accident benefits apply regardless of fault and can cover medical, rehabilitation, and attendant care.
Cunningham Relishes Olympic Leadership Role
Note: This article originally appeared on UNC.edu. He won't carry a hockey stick, squeeze into a bobsled, ski down a hill or jump a triple axel, but there will be a Tar Heel at the Winter Olympics. Bubba Cunningham, Carolina's athletic director, is headed to Italy for the Games. Since 2023, Cunningham has served on the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee Board of Directors.
OpEd: Black women’s health-care experiences remain marked by structural racism — here’s how institutions should move forward | Future of Good
A new review shows how structural racism continues to shape Black women’s health‑care experiences. Why It Matters Structural racism continues to harm Black women’s physical and mental health, influencing the quality of care they receive and the outcomes they experience. Addressing these inequities requires institutions to adopt anti‑racist practices, rebuild trust, and redesign care systems with Black women’s experiences at the centre.
Canada’s North is warming from the ground up, and our infrastructure isn’t ready
Permafrost thaw is destabilizing Northern Canada’s foundations — and adaptation can’t wait. Why It Matters Permafrost degradation is quietly undermining homes, roads, airports, and fuel systems across Northern Canada, threatening daily life and essential services. Indigenous communities bear the greatest risks, making equitable, ground-temperature management a critical part of climate adaptation. The city of Yellowknife, NWT.
The Ten Words That Defined This Topsy-turvy Year in Money
Illustrations by Antonio Giovanni Pinna Money & the World TLDR Newsletter Sign up for our weekly non-boring newsletter about money, markets, and more. By providing your email, you are consenting to receive communications from Wealthsimple Media Inc. Visit our Privacy Policy for more info, or contact us at privacy@wealthsimple.com or 80 Spadina Ave., Toronto, ON. Money & the World Data: Who Really Traded GME? Why? And What Happened to Them?
Jingping Nie’s 2025 was a marathon
Faculty and Staff Tuesday, December 16th, 2025 You May Also Like... The former varsity athlete sharpened her sports knowledge and writing skills at Carolina before joining Nike World Headquarters. Matthew Ray now has a new Army rank and a master’s degree from Carolina. Want more Carolina news? The Well newsletter updates Tar Heels on UNC-Chapel Hill’s top stories, upcoming events and campus accolades, arriving in your inbox every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday morning.
Applied data science grad earns major promotion
When Matthew Ray became a captain in the U.S. Army, he was detailed to the Adjutant General Branch, the military’s version of human resources. He had no experience in this domain but thought it was “going to be a breeze.” “It turned out to be one of the hardest things, namely because of how heavily involved it is with data,” said Ray, a fourth-generation military member who grew up at Fort Bragg, North Carolina.
Occupational scientist combines research and service
Kierra Peak’s introduction to UNC-Chapel Hill was attending Project Uplift as a rising high school senior. “I think I want to go here,” she thought after her first time on campus. A year later, she made Carolina home and enjoyed her undergraduate experience, majoring in anthropology. After receiving a master’s degree from Lenoir-Rhyne University, Peak returned to Chapel Hill to pursue a doctorate in occupational science at the UNC School of Medicine.
Kerwin Young stays on beat at Carolina
Already an accomplished music producer and DJ, Kerwin Young first realized teaching could be in his future in the early 1990s when a group of Columbia University students visited him in a recording studio. As he finished a mastering session for rap supergroup Public Enemy’s “Apocalypse 91 … The Enemy Strikes Back” album, Young turned the studio into a classroom, seamlessly explaining the how and why of what he was doing.
OP-ED: ‘Quiet, piggy’ and other slurs: Powerful men fuel online abuse against women in politics and media
When leaders fuel misogyny online, democracy and press freedom pay the price Why It Matters Digital misogyny doesn’t just silence women in politics and media — it erodes democratic participation and weakens public trust. For social good leaders, understanding this dynamic is critical to safeguarding inclusive civic spaces and amplifying marginalized voices. Unchecked digital misogyny threatens women’s safety, silences diverse voices, and undermines democratic debate.
They tackle hunger across North Carolina
Did you know that a leading organization making sure North Carolinians have healthy meals year-round is based at UNC-Chapel Hill? The Carolina Hunger Initiative, a grant- and donor-funded operation housed within the UNC Center for Health Promotion and Disease Prevention, directs projects and initiatives spanning the Tar Heel State. “Our mission is to create greater access to federally funded meals,” said Lou Anne Crumpler, CHI’s director. Here are five things to know about CHI’s work.
The fast-fix for global warming that the UN climate summit can’t ignore
Cutting methane and other short-lived pollutants could rapidly slow global warming Why It Matters Climate action often focuses on carbon dioxide, but short-lived climate pollutants like methane trap far more heat in the near term. Tackling these pollutants offers governments a powerful “emergency brake” to slow warming quickly, protecting vulnerable communities before mid-century. Burping cows are responsible for about a quarter of human-caused emissions of methane: a potent greenhouse gas.
Speaking Group builds more than English skills
When Ryusei Kimura learned about the UNC Writing and Learning Center’s Speaking Group, he was eager to attend. The sophomore exchange student’s data science skills were already strong, and he wanted to work on his English. “In daily life, it is still difficult to find people to talk with,” he said. “I have friends, but I can’t talk with them all the time.
The University’s new mark is anything but
Press the play button above to watch the video When Carolina began calling itself the Tar Heels, the idea was that the nickname would not only represent the students from UNC-Chapel Hill competing in athletics but evoke pride among people across North Carolina, the Tar Heel State. A similar connection exists with Carolina’s famous interlocking NC logo, long associated with Tar Heel sports but in fact one of the University’s earliest marks.
Prediction Markets Are, Suddenly, Everywhere. Wall Street Wants In
Wealthsimple makes powerful financial tools to help you grow and manage your money. Learn more This story first ran in TLDR, Wealthsimple’s weekly, non-boring newsletter about money, markets, and crypto. We assume by this point you have some familiarity with prediction markets — you know, those yes/no bets folks make on news events, like the one last year on whether Donald Trump would win the U.S. presidential election.
Nate Knuffman breaks down Carolina’s cost-saving efforts
Carolina is moving forward with the implementation of several key decisions to achieve $70 million in savings, said Nate Knuffman, the University’s vice chancellor for finance and operations, at last month’s Chancellor Forum. “We’re asking ourselves some pretty tough questions that take some time to work through,” Knuffman said.
Fire department fees and home insurance coverage: what you need to know
Quick summary: Some Canadian municipalities charge additional fire department fees on top of property taxes, especially in rural areas with volunteer-run services or limited municipal funding. Home insurance often covers these fees, but coverage limits may leave homeowners with out-of-pocket costs. Firefighting expenses can range from hundreds to tens of thousands of dollars, impacting future insurance premiums. This article has been updated from a previous version.
Siphonic Roof Drains Can Move Water More Efficiently
These systems harness the power of the siphon effect, which can reduce costs and increase design flexibility on projects. When it comes to new commercial construction, saving money is always a top priority for builders and property owners. However, many overlook one area that can produce significant savings: choosing the right type of roof drain. The traditional approach to storm drainage has focused on using gravity to move water away from buildings and other structures.
These professors find meaning through mentorship
Teaching isn’t the only way Carolina professors shape students. Whether through formal programs or informally, many Tar Heel faculty members offer advice on everything from academics to career opportunities or even things like being a first-generation college student. “It’s part of the job,” said Zachary Yukio Kerr ’14 (PhD), an associate professor in the UNC College of Arts and Sciences’ exercise and sport science department.
Bob Goldstein’s service spans the state
If Edward Kidder Graham had met Bob Goldstein, he probably would have told him, “Job well done.” At University Day in 1914, Carolina’s 10th president expressed his hope for making campus “co-extensive with the boundaries of the state.” That’s why the University’s faculty service award bears Graham’s name. Goldstein is this year’s recipient. He’s a biology professor in his 26th year at Carolina.
Meet Carolina’s first GenAI faculty fellow
Dana Riger is in her seventh year at Carolina, where she is a clinical associate professor in the UNC School of Education’s human development and family science program. Since May 2024, she’s also served as the inaugural generative artificial intelligence faculty fellow at the Center for Faculty Excellence.
Their Tar Heel experiences bring ‘Best Value’ to life
Carolina students, an alumna and parents share how they found academic excellence and affordability in Chapel Hill. Published Sept. 23, 2025 By Brennan Doherty, University Communications and Marketing Some Tar Heel students have only lived in a world where UNC-Chapel Hill is the nation’s “Best Value” public university.
Explore UNC-Chapel Hill’s lively a cappella scene
Student Stories Friday, September 12th, 2025 No student expects an exam on the first day of classes. But when you’re a member of one of Carolina’s many a cappella groups, you get tested right out of the gate at Sunset Serenade. These singers take the stage at Polk Place and perform for thousands of Tar Heels, from friends and classmates to community members and the chancellor. The annual tradition is a fun way to end FDOC and sets the stage for a school year full of activities.
Here’s how Carolina strives to ensure Tar Heels are fed
Reliable access to food is an issue on campuses across the country. At UNC-Chapel Hill, close to a quarter of students experience food insecurity at some point during their enrollment, said Desirée Rieckenberg, dean of students. Rieckenberg helps lead the Carolina Food Pantry Network, launched in fall 2024, building upon existing efforts across campus. Rieckenberg discussed the CFPN’s work and how Tar Heels — students, faculty, staff, alumni and community members — can help.
Senior played big role at Little League World Series | UNC-Chapel Hill
Hannah Smith had a good reason for showing up a week late for her senior year at Carolina. She had work to do and press conferences to run at the Little League World Series. Smith, who is double-majoring in and exercise and sport science, recently returned to Chapel Hill from South Williamsport, Pennsylvania. She spent the summer there as a media relations intern with Little League and played an important role at its 12-day signature event that ended Aug. 24.
How to serve was their first Carolina lesson
As a high school senior, Russell Rockacy defined “service” this way in his UNC-Chapel Hill application: “Using your skills to make a difference but also having a good time while you’re doing it.” That definition sums up the start to Rockacy’s time at Carolina. The first-year student from Pittsburgh, along with 15 other new Tar Heels, came to campus early to participate in the Service-Learning Initiative, run through the Carolina Center for Public Service’s APPLES program. SLI, held Aug.
Strangers become friends in residence halls | UNC-Chapel Hill
Strangers become friends in residence halls By Brennan Doherty, University Communications and Marketing, Aug. 13, 2025 From roommates to best buds Thousands of Carolina students are moving onto campus and into the University’s residence halls, from Old East (the first state university building in the nation) to the newly renovated Avery. Some Tar Heels will find out these buildings aren’t just places to sleep but also where they make some of their best friends.
Recent Carolina graduates advise incoming students
By Brennan Doherty, University Communications and Marketing Published Aug. 5, 2025 It may seem far off in the future, but the students moving into residence halls this week will one day put on Carolina Blue caps and gowns and become UNC-Chapel Hill graduates. So what better sources for advice and tips on having a great Tar Heel experience than those who graduated just three months ago?
Markets Have Been Bananas. Is It Time to Hold Defensive Stocks?
Finance for Humans TLDR Newsletter Sign up for our weekly non-boring newsletter about money, markets, and more. By providing your email, you are consenting to receive communications from Wealthsimple Media Inc. Visit our Privacy Policy for more info, or contact us at privacy@wealthsimple.com or 80 Spadina Ave., Toronto, ON. Finance for Humans Ask Lizzie: Is it OK if I Use Shopping to Make Me Feel, You Know, Happier?
Mia Hamm Made Carolina Home Before Her Game Reached The World - University of North Carolina Athletics
Like Hamm, O'Reilly went on to become a Tar Heel, Olympic Gold Medalist and World Cup winner. "She completely inspired me," O'Reilly told the BBC. O'Reilly '07 is far from the only one Hamm '94 unknowingly shaped.
This Royster studies oysters
As an undergraduate student at Bowdoin College, Nick Funnell took an oceanography course and visited the coast of Maine to investigate why many clams died at a farm.
Statistics skills lead to major league career
Several former Tar Heels are preparing to take the field for the start of the MLB season — but they aren’t the only Carolina alums to make it to the bigs. Opening day is also approaching for Neil Pierre-Louis ’23, a software developer with the Boston Red Sox whose job combines his love for sports, analytics and computer science. As part of the team’s baseball systems staff, he creates tools and data visualizations used by executives to make thousands of baseball management decisions each year.
Tar Heels connect through Carolina College Advising Corps
Local & State Monday, March 24th, 2025 When Naima Nelson learned she was accepted into UNC-Chapel Hill, the news was exciting not only for her and her family but also for her college adviser at Lexington High School in Davidson County, about 80 miles west of Chapel Hill.
Student jobs at the Dean E. Smith Center
The story by Brennan Doherty ’19 and photos by Johnny Andrews were originally published at unc.edu. Thousands of Carolina students poured into the Dean E. Smith Center for the men’s basketball game against Pittsburgh last month. They showed up and did their job: loudly cheering on the Tar Heels to a dramatic 67-66 victory. But some of their peers actually reported for work. Meet four UNC-Chapel Hill students who clocked in when the Tar Heels took the court.
Meet four Tar Heels with Fulbrights
Many Tar Heels use their expertise abroad, and some receive the opportunity to do so through the Fulbright Program, the U.S. flagship international educational exchange program available to graduating seniors, graduate students, alumni and faculty. UNC-Chapel Hill was recently named a Fulbright top producer for the 15th time in the last 16 years and has more Fulbright U.S. Students in 2024-25 than any other public university.
George Moses Horton sought freedom with poetry
Arts and Humanities Thursday, February 27th, 2025 George Moses Horton wasn’t from Chapel Hill, but the enslaved man born in the late 1790s and raised in nearby Chatham County decided it was where he needed to be. To sell his poems. To fight for his freedom. In the process, he made history. Horton, who sold love poems to UNC-Chapel Hill students, grew in popularity and developed a reputation as an ingenious poet in the 19th century.
CPALS Tar Heels befriend young cancer patients
Around Campus Friday, February 21st, 2025 Without skipping a beat, Carolina junior Lexi Brantley can recall the day her younger brother Mason found out he had cancer: April 5, 2013. At the time, the 9-year-old was understandably worried about her 5-year-old brother’s acute lymphoblastic leukemia diagnosis. He thankfully recovered after a yearslong battle at UNC Hospitals and is now a “hardheaded, typical boy” in his junior year of high school, according to his sister.
Try this one study hack: Peer Tutoring
Zhamia Greer, who hadn’t studied Spanish since high school, quickly realized she needed a refresher to help her master a third-level language class at Carolina this fall. Her professor suggested the Peer Tutoring program, run through the Learning Center in the College of Arts and Sciences. “I’ve been coming here ever since the beginning of the semester, twice a week,” said Greer as she waited for a one-on-one session at Dey Hall, six days before her Spanish final.
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