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The Carolina Union is an organization of students, professional staff, and part-time student staff dedicated to providing programs, services, and facilities for all members of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill campus community. The Union contributes to the educational mission of the institution through the provision of cultural, social, educational and entertaining programs sponsored by the Carolina Union Activities Board and the Union.

Mission

The Carolina Union creates safe, inclusive and educational experiences that enable students to maximize their time at Carolina.

History

The Student Union is named in honor of Frank Porter Graham, University President 1930-49. Construction on the original 100,000 square foot building was completed in 1969 and included meeting facilities, student offices, lounges, billiards and game room, bowling alley, administrative and Activities Board offices, an art gallery and a 400 seat capacity meeting room (the Great Hall). In the summer of 1980, a $1.75 million expansion of the original building was completed. This added approximately 20,000 square feet to the original building and houses a 400 seat auditorium, four meeting rooms, organizational offices, space for campus publications, and the student radio station. In June 2000, construction on a 40,000 square foot expansion began and renovation of the original facilities began in Spring 2002. The major overhaul of the Union took 3.5 years and cost over $15 million – all paid for by student fees.

Contact Us

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Board of Directors

Our Board of Directors is a representative group of campus leaders including undergraduate and graduate students, faculty, as well as the Director of the Carolina Union.

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Building Maps

Find your way around the Union with maps for each floor.

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Frequently asked questions

Get the answers to the most frequently asked questions about the Union and our services.

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Hours of Operation

Find out when the Union is open and stop by to study, eat, or relax!

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Policies, Standards, and Procedures

Find out more about our policies.

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Our Staff

We are a team of passionate and skilled professionals who are driven to support students and create safe, inclusive, and educational experiences. Our employees, including student staff, work around the clock to keep the Union running.

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In the Union

Come hang out with us! Learn more about our building services and amenities from food to study space to spaces for relaxing and having fun

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Welcome Desk

The Welcome Desk, located in the main lobby of the FPG Student Union, will gladly assist an individual or group with questions about the building.

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Annual Report for 2021-2022

The Carolina Union reflects on the 2020-2021 academic year and its accomplishments.

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Student Employment

Carolina Union employs more than 150 students every semester and opportunities to gain experience and develop skills in a professional setting are available.

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