May 2021 graduating seniors: take a few minutes to complete University Career Service's annual First Destination Survey. All personal information is protected, and results are only shared in aggregate form. If graduating students have accepted a job or plan on attending graduate school, please complete so that we can continue to collect and share this very important data.
By completing the survey, survey participants will be eligible to win a $250 Amazon gift card (courtesy of Handshake).University Career Services is here to help students navigate their career search. Students are encouraged to schedule an appointment if they are still job seeking or searching for a graduate program.
Best of luck to the 2021 UNC graduates!
Each spring Carolina honors outstanding students and members of the campus community for achievements in academic endeavors — in the humanities, the sciences and social sciences — as well as leadership through involvement in student life, governance, and other accomplishments with the Chancellor’s Awards. While departments and organizations hold their own ceremonies to recognize talented students, the Chancellor’s Awards is the only campus wide student recognition program at Carolina. The 2021 recipients will be recognized on April 27 in a virtual celebration via the web and on social media.
Awards are presented to Carolina students, as well as to faculty, graduate students and staff who are selected by Carolina students. Students who receive academic awards showcase Carolina’s brightest and hard-working undergraduates. Winners of student activity & leadership awards have made an important difference on campus and in the greater community while teaching award winners are faculty members and graduate teaching assistants who have inspired their students in the classroom and lab. The staff award recipients have also contributed to the Carolina educational experience through their service and example.
The awards categories include: Student Undergraduate Teaching and Staff Awards, Excellence in Student Activities and Leadership, and Student Academic Awards. Carolina is fortunate to acknowledge student excellence and leadership and these special awards are made possible by individuals – and their families and friends – who have a special connection with the department or organization presenting the award and who share Carolina’s philosophy of rewarding excellence.
Please join our university community in recognizing the recipients of the 2021 Chancellor’s Awards. A list of award recipients are highlighted on the Chancellor’s Awards web page.
Resources for discussion and support for the UNC community:
Students, including graduate and professional students and post-doctoral students may contact the Dean of Students team, the Office for Diversity and Inclusion, Counseling and Psychological Services or Student Wellness. CAPS also facilitates the Multicultural Health Program, including counseling and events for the BIPOC community.
Faculty and staff should reach out to the Employee Assistance Program or access any of these resources for the BIPOC community.
The Carolina Union Activities Board (CUAB) is excited to host the annual Spring Jubilee Concert virtually for the Carolina Community on April 24. Featured artists this year are Gunna and Lucky Daye! Make sure to RSVP for the concert at: go.unc.edu/Jubilee2021.
In addition to the concert is there virtual options to connect during a week-long festival. All events can be found on Heel Life.
Students, faculty, and staff are invited to virtually participate in all Jubilee centered programs throughout the week and all day on Saturday, April 24. Schedules for the week and Saturday are posted on CUAB's social media sites.
Fall 2021–Spring 2022 Update
First Day of Reservations is April 22nd, starting at 9 am for Fall 2021 (August 18-December 1) and Spring 2022 (January 10- April 27).
All requesters must complete 25Live training to submit reservations online. Training must have been completed by April 16th to gain access by April 22nd.
Event Services office hours on April 22nd will be from 9 am-12 pm and 1 pm-4 pm. Event Services will be taking walk ins, virtual zoom calls, phone calls, and emails to ensures a smooth process of booking reservations as we continue to encourage social distancing and UNC Covid-19 guidelines.
Reservations must still be submitted through 25Live.
Updated University community standards around gatherings and events on campus are available on the Carolina Together website.
Questions? Please email [email protected].
Visit Reserve Carolina if you are ready to book your event.
Links to resources:
Asian American CenterUniversity Office for Diversity and InclusionDean of StudentsCounseling and Psychological ServicesStudent Wellness
For EmployeesEmployee Assistance Program
The Office of Event Services is offering a new training series dedicated to providing details on scheduling spaces, policies and their services.
The First Day of Reservations is on April 22. This training allows viewers the opportunity to get to know the Event Services team, the 25Live scheduling system, and Event Services operations.
The following trainings will be offered in April:
Event Capabilities – April 6th, 12-1 pm EST
Link: https://zoom.us/j/96458642913
Topics covered: Details of audio visual, resource and equipment capabilities of all Carolina Union Reservable Spaces. Hear from all the Carolina Union teams about how we can best support your event.
Event Capabilities – April 8th, 1-2 pm EST
Link: https://zoom.us/j/92596760592
Topics covered: Details of audio visual, resource and equipment capabilities of all Carolina Union Reservable spaces. Hear from all the Carolina Union teams about how we can best support your event.
Event Services Policies – April 9th, 4-5 pm EST
Link: https://zoom.us/j/94748419935
Topics covered: Interior policies; exterior policies; large events; selling and fundraising; décor
The Event Form – April 13th, 12-1 pm EST
Link: https://zoom.us/j/93707730012
Topics covered: Event Services terminology; detailed walk-through of event form; single and recurring meetings/events; information needed to submit a successful event
How to Pick Your Event Space – April 14th, 10-11am EST
Link: https://zoom.us/j/99700469466
Topics covered: Navigating 25Live calendars and searches; viewing location details in 25Live; space capabilities and capacities
The Event Form – April 15th, 12-1 pm EST
Link: https://zoom.us/j/99853777713
Topics covered: Event Services terminology; detailed walk-through of event form; single and recurring meetings/events; information needed to submit a successful event
How to Create a Complex Event – April 16th, 4-5 pm EST
Link: https://zoom.us/j/99902124258
Topics covered: Event form review; submitting multiple occurrences and locations; conference and other large event planning in 25Live
Questions? Email Event Services at [email protected] for assistance. Miss a training? Recordings of these trainings will be available in the near future.
It’s almost game day Tar Heels and with that a reminder to enjoy the game while staying safe. COVID-19 doesn’t take a timeout, and neither should you this game day. Remember to be safe as you watch UNC basketball take on the Blue Devils this weekend – avoid large gatherings and practice the three Ws.
WASH your hands
WAIT 6 feet apart
WEAR a face mask
Looking for ways to celebrate during the game? Watch the game in small groups or take part in virtual events and contests.
Don’t forget to share your story. How are you are festively and safely watching the UNC-Duke game? Share on Instagram or Twitter with the hashtag #BeatDukeBeatCOVID.
It’s a team effort to keep Carolina safe and COVID-19 cases down. Play it safe by continuing to follow the University COVID-19 Community Standards.
Let’s Go Heels! And #BeatDukeBeatCOVID!
The Carolina Union is serving as a Carolina Together testing site this semester for regular asymptomatic testing. Please read all the details below before coming to the Union to ensure an easy and safe experience.
WHO: This semester, all undergraduate students living on campus and in Chapel Hill or Carrboro are required to participate in regular asymptomatic evaluation testing. Graduate students accessing campus or living with more than 10 people will also participate in regular testing. Students in Heath Professions programs where daily symptom checks are required should check with their School Director or Dean regarding school specific needs.
WHEN: Visit Carolina Together for current testing hours.
Photo credit: Jon Gardiner/UNC-Chapel Hill
The Carolina Union seeks student candidates to apply for the position of 2021-22 Chair of the Board of Directors. This high-profile position offers an opportunity to provide strategic vision for the Carolina Union and build a lasting impact on student life at UNC, while leading an organization that is essential to creating positive experiences for UNC students and the Carolina community.
The board chair will uphold the mission of the Carolina Union by leading and empowering the board to make critical decisions that will strengthen the experiences, programs, facilities, and services that the Union offers.
“Being Board Chair is an opportunity to work with fellow students, faculty and staff to make meaningful decisions about the Union’s operations and future," said current Board Chair Darian Abernathy, a senior from Hickory, NC. "It’s a very important role that has a big impact on how the Union serves the student body. I encourage any student who is interested to apply.”
Applications open on December 1. Interested candidates should complete the application by February 28, 2021. The application can be found at go.unc.edu/CUBODChair2021.
Position Summary
The board chair serves as the representative of the board and the student face of the Carolina Union, while providing oversight in all aspects of the Board including finance, planning, student affairs, advancement, and other key areas.The Chair works closely with the Executive Director of the Carolina Union to ensure that the purpose and goals of the Board are met, as well as to set a strategic direction for the Board that aligns with the University and Carolina Union’s mission.
A successful candidate for the board chair should be engaging, self-driven, with a high-level commitment and passion to achieve ambitious goals that will affect the entire University. This person is a strategic thinker who is vigilant about asking questions and seeking knowledge to understand the opportunities, challenges, and threats that affect the organization’s big picture.
