The Student Organization Leadership Experience (S.O.L.E.) at UNC-Chapel Hill is a developmental program designed to equip student organization leaders with the skills, resources, and knowledge needed to successfully manage their organizations. Through workshops, programs, and hands-on learning experiences, participants gain practical tools in event planning, leadership, and organizational management. S.O.L.E. empowers students to enhance their campus involvement while building transferable skills for future success.
In addition to the programs listed below, be sure to check out the S.O.L.E. Center, which provides access to various resources to enhance the experience of Registered Student Organization (RSO) leaders and members.
Upcoming S.O.L.E. Events
S.O.L.E. Summit 2026
Wednesday, August 19, 5-8pm in the Carolina Union
S.O.L.E. Summit 2026 will bring student organization officers together to celebrate their roles as leaders at UNC Chapel Hill, and to prepare for the upcoming programming year. The event offers participants the opportunity to network with other student organizations while receiving information, resources, insight, and strategies to help set their organizations up for success. The event includes a catered dinner and resource fair to connect with important campus partners. At least two executive team leaders are encouraged to attend! This event will count for CLE credit. The deadline to register is August 7.
Register HERE: https://heellife.unc.edu/submitter/form/start/728758
S.O.L.E. Fest 2026
August 24 – August 28 from 11am-1pm in the Pit and Davis Library Courtyard
S.O.L.E Fest 2026 will offer in-person tabling opportunities each day of the week for new and returning students to create connections with student organizations. As a registered student organization on campus, this is your chance to promote your organization and acquire new members! Please work with your executive team to ensure ONE form is submitted for your group. If a duplicate form is received, we will reach out. The deadline to register is August 7.
Register HERE: https://heellife.unc.edu/submitter/form/start/729543
If you have questions about any of the information listed above, please contact us at studentorgs@unc.edu!
Past Events
Download the document below to view last year’s S.O.L.E. events:
