News and Events
New Website Features Union Employees
The Carolina Union is proud to launch a special website dedicated to featuring the staff, student employees, and friends of the Carolina Union who do so much to enrich student life! Visit the State of the Carolina Union to get a look at the efforts of the many great people who make this place run!
This website will be updated bi-weekly with news, updates, and features that highlight a different Union department. These features will give students and staff a pat on the back for a job well-done as well as contributions to the Union's mission...
Applications for LeaderShape 2020 Now Open
Snapshot
The LeaderShape Institute has developed a national reputation as a premier leadership development program for young adults. The LeaderShape Institute is an intensive and energizing six-day program open to any participant, institution, or workplace interested in producing extraordinary results in an organization and developing a commitment to lead with a high level of integrity.
The 2020 session will take place Saturday, March 7th to Thursday, March 12th. This year’s Institute will be a joint session with NC State, so students will have the...
Omega Psi Phi Leads Dorian Relief Drive
Hurricane Dorian was an addition to the brutal hurricanes that have hit the Caribbean and Southeastern United States in recent years, although this one may have been the worst. One of the most heavily affected countries was the Bahamas, particularly Grand Bahama Island and the Abaco Islands. On August 31 and into the early days of September, the Bahamas were demolished by 185-220 mph winds by the Category 5 hurricane.
Estimates in the storm’s wake showed $74 million worth of debris needing to be removed, 53 people dead, and 1,300 people missing. Thousands of homes were...
Union’s SLL Office Hosts Bell Leadership Symposium
Nearly 100 Tar Heel students filed into the Carolina Union on Saturday morning prepared to hone leadership skills and tackle big challenges facing our society. The Bell Leadership Symposium was an all-day experience hosted by Carolina Union’s Office of Student Life & Leadership, with speakers and workshops designed to boost mastery of leadership.
With a goal of encouraging and empowering students to be the change they want to see in the world through leadership development and social innovation, the theme of this year’s symposium was Next Level: Achieving Carolina Excellence...
Apply for Student Member-at-Large of Carolina Union BOD
Want to get involved in the Carolina Union Board of Directors? Applications are now being accepted for the Student Member-at-Large and is open to any registered, full-time student, not scheduled to graduate prior to the conclusion of the term they are to serve.
This position is a vital voice to the...
Union Welcomes New Director Alexandra Marchesano
Student life has always been a natural interest for the Carolina Union’s new executive director, Alexandra Marchesano. From her first days as an undergraduate at Wagner College in New...
Jump Into Fall Involvement Fairs
Ready to get more involved in campus life? Looking for great student organizations to join? Student Life & Leadership is hosting two involvement fairs that will feature more than 60 student organizations, there will be many opportunities to take the leap and join groups that match your interests and passions.
“We want to give First Years and all students an opportunity to jump into campus life and all that UNC has to offer," said Lee Roberts, Student Organizations Program Coordinator, for the Carolina Union’s Office of Student Life & Leadership. “So bring a friend, meet...
Union Helps Young Dems Host Sanders at UNC
Presidential candidate and US Senator Bernie Sanders is coming to Carolina. UNC Young Democrats have announced that Sanders will speak at a campaign rally at the Bell Tower Amphitheater https://maps.unc.edu on UNC’s campus on Thursday, Sept. 19th.
The Carolina Union is providing venue scheduling, logistical and AV support for this event and is proud to assist the Young Democrats in this effort. We will continue to help all student organizations who want to contribute to political dialogue on campus throughout the 2020 election season and beyond...
Book Your Space at the Union
Need space for your student organization's or university department's next event or meeting? Make a reservation at the Carolina Union! We have large event and performance venues, as well as smaller classrooms and meeting rooms available. Officially registered student organizations and university departments may begin making online reservation requests at 9:00am on Thursday, September 5th for the following:
- General Purpose Classrooms - Fall 2019
- Union Meeting and Event Spaces - Spring 2020 (Fall 2019 is already available)
Visit ...
Student Org Spotlight: Blank Canvas
Whether you have been dancing your entire life, only know the basics, or are just curious and eager to learn, there’s a place in Blank Canvas Dance Company for you. The self-professed “largest and most inclusive dance organization on campus” provides an opportunity to learn, practice, and perform all...
Spark Builds Community Among Women of Color
NOTE: Applications to join the 2023 SPARK cohort are now open open through September 4th. The annual Spark retreat will take place September 20-22nd at YMCA Camp Weaver in Greensboro, NC. This is a free experience for students. Visit http://bit.ly/spark2023 to apply!
Daisha Singletary’s first weeks as a UNC student in the fall of 2016 were lonely ones. She came to Chapel Hill from Pitt County, NC, without knowing any other students on campus and was anxious about finding a sense of belonging.
“It was a harder transition than I...
Welcome Back to Carolina!
Welcome back to Chapel Hill, everybody! As you get settled into campus, whether it’s for the first time, the last time, or somewhere in-between, you may not be aware of all the great spaces and resources your Carolina Union has to offer. We hope you will come by often and use all the great amenities -- because this building belongs to you.
Our West Lounge is right inside our main entrance features Alpine Cafe and has newly-updated seating. Grab a sandwich and coffee, and settle in to do some work or chat with friends. Upstairs, you will find the Aquarium Lounge, as well as other...
FallFest Welcomes Students with Fun, Food, Free Swag
Get ready for a night of food, fun, and giveaways! Hosted by the Carolina Union and now in its 23rd year, FallFest has become an important tradition at Carolina by providing a celebration that introduces new and returning students to the many opportunities to get involved in campus life through student organizations, academic departments, and campus recreation.
Approximately 25,000 people are expected to attend, with about 400 student organizations, university departments, and sports clubs on hand to meet students and attract new membership. This year's event will also feature the...
Carolina Union Summer Hours
Never fear, Tar Heels: the Carolina Union is open for the summer. Whether you want to grab a bagel from Alpine, get some work done in a study room, or get out of the heat with some friends, the Union is excited to support you this summer!
CUAB will additionally offer special programs for students over the summer. If you’d like the chance to help plan events like free movies, Pelican’s, and trivia, apply to serve on CUAB’s Summer Board at www.tinyurl.com/cuabsummer2019
The Union, Alpine Bagel,...
LDOC Festivities Mark Day of Celebration at UNC
Ready to celebrate the end to the academic year? UNC will once again be abuzz with festivities for Last Day of Classes (LDOC) celebrations on April 26th. Music, food, performances, films, and athletic events are part of this year's LDOC fun-filled lineup for UNC students. Bring your One Card to ensure access to all events!
Check out the full schedule below! And if you're a student, please help improve future LDOC celebrations by taking this short survey, which will enter you to win great prizes like an Amazon Echo Dot: tinyurl.com/ldoc19...
The MoMENtum Hub Puts Male Students on Path to Success
A new initiative launched this week will help male-identifying students navigate resources at UNC. The MoMENtum Hub officially launched on April 10 with an office in the Carolina Union and will bring together professional staff from student service offices who are prepared to help male students with challenges they face.
The MoMENtum Hub is the vision of Chris Faison, Coordinator at the UNC College of Arts of Sciences. Faison, who also runs UNC's Carolina Mxle Scholars, had reviewed studies showing an achievement gap for male students at Universities and thought that bringing...
Celebrating 15 Years of “The Gift”
Story By Clara Matthews
Note: Please visit our gallery page for a photo celebration of The Gift Plaza
When Senora Lynch first received the call to install a large Native American art piece on UNC’s campus in the early 2000s, she was immediately excited and inspired to begin her work. It was lucky that she was; the UNC employees who commissioned her gave her almost absolute creative control over what would eventually become known as “The Gift.”
Today, most students at UNC know “The Gift” as...
Student Org Spotlight: Persian Cultural Society
If you have ever found yourself wanting to learn more about the Persian community, culture, or cuisine, then you might be interested in joining the Persian Cultural Society here at UNC-Chapel Hill. The Persian Cultural Society (PCS) is a student-led organization that brings students together in hopes of creating unity, diversity, and a better understanding of Persian culture and the Iranian-American identity.
Sanam Kavari, President of PCS views the goal of PCS as twofold: awareness and education. “We want to build an inclusive space for Iranian-American students that fosters a...
Student Org Spotlight: LAB! Theatre
Note: On March 22nd-24th, LAB! Theatre will present a performance of “lockdown,” written by UNC Junior Gage Tarleton. LAB! Theatre will present “Bethany” by Laura Marks, the final mainstage production of the season, from April 6-8.
If you’re looking for an enjoyable night at the theater, a...
International Women's Day Celebration At The Union
The Carolina Women’s Center, Student Life and Leadership, and CUAB have joined together to celebrate International Women’s Day. The organizations have coordinated an International Women’s Day celebration that will take place on Wednesday, March 8th from 11am to 2pm in the Carolina Union's West Lounge and Art Gallery.
The celebration will consist of various of activities/stations and giveaways. One of the stations is dedicated to letter writing - specifically letters of gratitude to important and impactful women in your lives. Another station at the celebration is dedicated to...
Carolina Union Director Crystal King To Step Into Next Chapter
Citing a desire to spend more time with her family, Carolina Union Director Crystal King has announced that she will be stepping away from the Union and into her next chapter at the end of this semester. The first woman and...
Student Org Spotlight: Impact Investing Club
There’s a new student organization on campus, and what makes it special isn’t just the fact that members can invest $100K of simulated money or get connected to network and scholarship opportunities, but that it was all started by transfer students.
Founder and President of...
Jaylen Evans Named Union Board of Directors Chair
Jaylen D. Evans, a junior Health Policy and Management major from Greensboro, has been selected as Chair of the Carolina Union Board of Directors for the 2019-20 academic year. Evans...
Union to Host On-Campus Employment Fair
Fine tune your resumes and sharpen those interview skills because the Carolina Union is hosting the 2nd Annual On-Campus Student Employment Fair. The Job Fair will feature more than 25 on-campus employers, all ready to hire Carolina students.
Join us Wednesday, February 13...
Getting To Know Student Legal Services
Housed within the Carolina Union is the wonderful opportunity of having access to a legal team comprised of three licensed attorneys and one legal assistant. Student Legal Services, which has been on UNC’s campus since 1976, is a nonprofit law firm available for use by all UNC full-time...
New Union Art Installation Explores Themes of Identity
Pieces from the Henry-Copeland Permanent Art Collection can be viewed on the third floor of the Union, near the Aquarium Lounge.
As students return to campus, so too do prized pieces of art to the walls of the Carolina Union. Previously placed in storage or otherwise scattered...
Ben Jealous to Headline Week of MLK Celebrations
Students met with former US Attorney General Loretta Lynch during 2018 UNC MLK Week of Celebration events.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebrations at UNC will offer students opportunities to engage with other students, explore...
Applications Open for Carolina Union Board of Director Chair
The Carolina Union is now accepting applications for the Chair of the Board of Directors. The application period will run through January 30th.
A successful candidate for the Chair of the Board will be an engaging and self-driven individual with a high-level commitment and passion to achieve ambitious goals that will affect the entire University. Students with leadership skills and the desire to share the present and future of the Carolina Union are encouraged to apply.
Please download the application to learn more about the position. Note that applications are due in the...
The Carolina Union Celebrates 50 Years
Note: The Carolina Union is marking its 50th anniversary this academic year. Please join us from 11am-3pm on January 9th, 2019, in the Union for a day of celebration, and follow us across social media platforms (@CarolinaUnion) for updates on events throughout the year.
Union Auditorium To Get Major Upgrades
For generations of UNC students, one shared rite of passage comes from filing nervously into the Carolina Union's Auditorium on the first day of orientation, surrounded by hundreds of new faces as the exciting prospect of those first days in Chapel Hill draws near. That auditorium will be...
