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The Carolina Union's Communication and Creative Services (CCS) student employees's graphic design and photography work are on display in the Carolina Union Art Gallery through the month of February. 

CCS is ...

A new creative-learning workshop series called The Lab is being launched this semester by the Carolina Union's office of Communications & Creative Services (CCS). The Lab will be a series of three workshops...

The Carolina Union is proud to announce that six student employees will graduate from UNC-Chapel Hill this Sunday, December 15th. The graduates are: Matthew Angerson, Taylor Bowley, Ashley Ernest, Daniel Kim, Victoria Netkovick, and Jacob Thomas.

The Union employs about 150 students each semester, offering opportunities to gain valuable professional experience and marketable skills. Graduating students spoke about how their Union employment helped prepare them for their next steps.

Matthew Angerson worked as Special Projects Coordinator in the office of Student Life &...

Congratulations to Dr. Shauna Harris of the Carolina Union's Student Life & Leadership office for being accepted to attend the NASPA Alice Manicur Symposium. The Symposium, held in New Orleans in January, is a professional development experience offered every two years that allows time for in-depth discussions and small, faculty-led mentor group sessions. Dr. Harris shared her inspiration to attend the symposium and what she hopes to gain from the experience. 

What inspired you to apply?

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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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Welcome back to Carolina, everybody! As you get settled into campus, 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 Union's great amenities and services!

We are home to the...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Fine tune your resumes and sharpen those interview skills because the Carolina Union is hosting the 2^nd 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^...

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...

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...

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...

The Muslim Student Association has an important place on UNC’s campus as it fosters a space for the UNC Muslim student body where they feel included, welcomed, and free to practice. It also serves a place for the rest of the student body to learn more about the Muslim-American identity.

Rawan Ajeen, Vice President of MSA, views the major goal of the MSA as serving the Muslim student body and addressing any potential concerns, such as more inclusive dining options. As a voice for a minority group, the MSA aims to advocate for the Muslim student body and ensure it is not overlooked...

Fall weather is in the air, and ghosts and goblins will begin to emerge as the calendar turns to late October. UNC students have a longstanding tradition of celebrating Halloween, and the offices of Fraternity & Sorority Life and Student Life & Leadership are helping students avoid cultural appropriation or parody as they start putting costumes together. 

We Are A Culture, Not A Costume will be held on October 25th from 1pm-3pm in the Carolina Union's West Lounge. The Halloween-themed event will feature information and discussion about cultural appropriation to...

Note: Carolina Indian Circle is hosting an Indigenous Peoples' Day celebration on October 8th at 6pm. The event will be held at The Gift on the Carolina Union Plaza, and will feature food and performances. The Carolina Union Activities Board is an event partner....

The pastel pink building in Polk Place directly below South Building is always plastered with social justice posters. This building houses the Campus Y, a vital hub for action, service, and social issue advocacy on campus.

The Campus Y’s official mission is to engage students, the UNC campus, and communities in the pursuit of social justice. There are 31 committees that make up the Campus Y, all of which have different social justice focuses. “Anything from environmentalism, criminal justice, homelessness, everything is sort of packed into this one building,” said Raymond Tu, the...

Ready to get more involved in campus life? Looking for great student organizations to join? UNC Student Life & Leadership is hosting a series of involvement fairs from September 24 – 26 across campus. With dozens of participating student organizations, there will be many opportunities to take the leap and join groups that match your interests and passions.

Ehringhaus Residence Hall First Year Involvement Fair
Free ice cream! Come create your sundae and grab other fun giveaways as you meet student organizations. This is the first of several involvement...

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 operations and the consciousness of the board. Deadline is Friday, September 28, at 5:00pm. Application details can be found here.

We had so much fun at FallFest 2018 and were so happy to welcome UNC students as they prepared to start the new school year! Dance teams, a capella groups, club sports, diversity organizations - you name it, they were at FallFest 2018. The night was filled with games, giveaways, photo ops, and fun! Chancellor Folt even stopped by to take pictures with students and give away some free swag. There may have been a little rain...

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.

We’ve got an art gallery in Room 2200 (this is on the side of the Union that’s closest to Davis Library, right by our Welcome Desk). We invite you to walk around and not only see the pieces in this room, but also the numerous...

FallFest 2018 Welcomes Students to Campus with Fun, Food, Free Swag

Hosted by the Carolina Union and now in its 22nd year, FallFest has become an important tradition at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC-CH) by providing an engaging, safe, and alcohol-free event that introduces new and returning students to the many opportunities to get involved in campus life through student organizations academic departments and campus recreation.

“The Carolina Union is proud to welcome students to campus at FallFest,” said Crystal King, director of the...

Whether studying or hanging out with friends, one time-honored tradition on our campus is staying out into the late night. For Tar Heels burning the midnight oil this academic year, there is a great way to get home safely!

SafeWalk at UNC is a...

The mission of the AIDS Memorial Quilt Archive Project is to preserve the powerful images and stories contained within The Quilt while expanding AIDS awareness and HIV prevention education efforts.

The Quilt--then made up of almost 2,000 panels of this size--was first displayed in 1987 on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., covering more space than a football field! Today, over 48,000 individual panels have been created by friends and family members, making it the world’s largest community project. It’s estimated that 36.7 million people were living with HIV in 2015, with 1.8...

Nothing can beat having our students back on campus!

Wishing the entire Tar Heel family the best of luck this semester!#GoTarHeels

We sat down with Carolina United Co-Directors, Priya Patel and Laleh Emadi to get know a little bit more about them and their goals for uniting the Carolina community. Learn more about Carolina United here!

Can I get your name, year, major.

P: I’m Priya Patel, I’m a junior, and my major is econ & global studies.

E: My name is Laleh Emadi; I am a junior majoring in Hispanic linguistics with minors in...

Check out the new exhibit in the Art Gallery to experience the stories of adoptees from your very own UNC peers. Centering on themes of appearance, acceptance and awareness, the This Is Me photography collection also features an interactive portion! Next time you visit the Union, be sure to peek into the Gallery! Brought to you by AdoptEd & ASA.

A pop-up event in the Pit at the Carolina Union, to build the hype for the brand new Air Jordan 11 Win Like ‘82 sneakers and the 2017-18 season, Jumpman and UNC Men's Basketball hosted an event in the pit of the Carolina Union. Students were able to come meet the team, shoot some baskets and compete for the opportunity to be a member of the team for a day. 
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Video produced by the Communications and Creative Services Department of the Carolina Union.
Learn more about what they can do for your student organization or campus department: goo....

The Shuford Program in Entrepreneurship kicked off to a great start!

Thank you to our faculty, our students and to Jim Shuford for helping to put on such a successful event. With Chipotle, a Duck Tape Innovation Challenge, and exciting information about the program, there was a lot to see and do. Here’s to more seeing and more doing with the Shuford Program!

For more information on how to apply for the Shuford Program, follow the link below...
http://www.unceminor.org/

First Day of Reservations is September 7, 2017! Head to ReserveCarolina.unc.edu to submit your requests. Our office is not open till 1pm, but online requests start at 9am. We will be taking email questions starting at 9am with the header stating: RESERVE CAROLINA ISSUE. Please send all inquiries to esassist@unc.edu during this time.

Saturday, April 1–Wednesday, April 12
Building open regular hours
 
Thursday, April 13
Building open 7:30am–5:00pm
 
Friday, April 14
Building closed - Spring Holiday
 
Saturday, April 15
Building open 9:00am–5:00pm

Sunday, April 16
Building open 11:00am–5:00pm

Monday, April 17—Friday, April 28
Building open regular hours

Saturday, April 29
...

The Carolina Union Activities Board (CUAB) is accepting applications for the 2017-2018 Vice President and Committee Chair positions until March 30. CUAB welcomes applications from any student with programming experience looking to further develop their leadership and professional skills. Apply today!

The Carolina Union Activities Board (CUAB) is excited to announce that Jordan Bermudez, a sophomore sports administration major, has been elected to serve as the 2017-2018 CUAB President and Vice-Chair of the Union Board of Directors.

Bermudez has been involved with CUAB since joining the UNC community -- she applied for the concerts committee after she met CUAB at orientation, and currently serves as the committee’s co-chair. She strives to respond to the desires of the student body while honoring the inclusive mission of CUAB.

“For me, is expanding the legacy of CUAB...

The LAB: Build Your Brand workshop was hosted last fall with the goal of helping students craft their personal brand story. We're now making the worksheets available to all students.

These worksheets will help you develop a personal narrative, identify beliefs and values, and define your brand personality.

Storytelling is a powerful tool when marketing yourself to potential employers, so we hope this will be a valuable resource for internship or post-graduate employment pursuits.

See the below attachment for the worksheets.

These worksheets were...

The Office of Student Life and Leadership sent five UNC students to the 2017 Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) Student Leadership Symposium to represent the University this past weekend.​

The five student delegates were Angum Check ('19), Miriam Chisholm ('20), Cameron Jernigan ('18), George Smith ('17), and Araseli Valverde ('19). The ACC Student Leadership Symposium brings together student leaders from each of the 15 ACC Colleges and Universities to build community, engage in discussion about global issues, and work collaboratively to create innovative initiatives that advance...

The Carolina Union is regretful to inform that Archie Copeland, a former Union director (1987-1992), has passed away. Copeland began working with the Union in 1961 as a graduate assistant. He was quickly promoted to assistant director in 1963, and later to associate director in 1969, where he served until becoming Union director in 1987. Copeland’s tenure was marked by his commitment to the arts and inclusive programming. He was responsible for opening The Cabaret, a venue for free evening entertainment that featured local bands, poetry readings, and dance workshops, located on the first...

The Carolina Union and the Department of Housing and Residential Education would like to invite you to the 7th Annual Tunnel of Oppression held on February 7-9, 2017. Tunnel of Oppression is a tour that will engage students and guests in an immersive experience through interactive acting, viewing monologues, and multimedia. Click here for more information and to register.

Due to the Orange Water and Sewer Authority (OWASA) critically low water supply, the building is not operating under our normal hours of operation and will be closed Friday, February 3, 2017, through Sunday, February 5, 2017.

All meetings and events taking place in the Union are canceled Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

Check alertcarolina.unc.edu for the latest information on the University’s current operating condition.

HBO College is hosting "Escape the Expected" on February 16, 2017 from 11 am to 9 pm in the Great Hall.

Hosted by HBO and HBO Brand Ambassadors at UNC, the event lets college students to engage with HBO-themed escape room experiences. Students who sign up in advance will have the opportunity to take on the "Escape the Expected" challenge where they must make it through 3 themed spaces in under 30 minutes. Students that go through the experience will have the opportunity to sit on the Iron Throne for a photo op. Plus, there will be plenty of HBO swag giveaways.

Are you...

The Union is hiring student staff for the 2017-2018 academic year! Positions are available in all Union departments. Working at the Union is more than having a part time job, it provides the opportunity to develop marketable skills, participate in professional development, and work with your friends on campus! Applications are due February 10, 2017 at 5 pm. Learn more about student staff employment here!

Officially recognized student organizations and University departments may begin making online reservation requests at 9:00am on Thursday, January 26th for general purpose classrooms this Spring, and Union meeting rooms & event spaces in Fall of 2017. To learn more about reservable spaces and services offered by the Event Services team, click here.

Dear Members of the Class of 2020,

Applications for the North Carolina Fellows (NC Fellows) Program are now open and you are invited to apply!

What is the NC Fellows Program?

The NC Fellows Program is a cohort-based leadership and self-awareness program that has been present on UNC’s campus since 1968. The program seeks to rethink conventional understandings of leadership; to facilitate learning between and among program members; build a supportive community through methods like storytelling and dialogue; and to encourage positive social...

Call for Nominations: Chancellor Carol Folt requests your nominations of our most outstanding students for the Chancellor’s Awards for Excellence in Student Activities and Leadership. Nominations are due by 12:00pm on Monday, February 20, 2017.

A full letter of request detailing the intent of these awards, and the online nomination form, can be found at http://chancellorsawards.unc.edu. For additional information, see the website or contact chancellorsawards@unc.edu. 

The Lab introduces its official lineup of spring 2017 workshops. Students can find tips on designing a professional resume, understanding the visual side of branding, and learning how to make patterns. Registration is required and will be open to students two weeks before each workshop.

Recipe for Resume Success
Students will learn basic design elements and resources in creating a well-designed resume, perfect in preparation for applying to internships and postgraduate positions. The workshop will take place on Feb. 22 at 7-8pm in Union Room 1506...

Friday, January 13th
Building open from 7:30am - 5:00pm
 
Saturday, January 14th
Building open from 9:00am - 5:00pm
 
Sunday, January 15th
Building open from 11:00am - 5:00pm
 
Monday, January 16th
Building Closed
 
Normal building hours and schedules will resume on Tuesday January 17th 

Operating Update (1/8/17 at 3:45pm): Following the University's Condition 2 announcement, the Union will be closed all day on Monday, January 9, 2017. For more information: www.alertcarolina.unc.edu.

10:45am Operating Update: We are closing at 11:00am on Saturday, January 7, 2017, due to the weather. We will continue to monitor the conditions and provide an update for tomorrow's hours of operation.

These rooms will be open to students for studying for the Fall 2016 Exam Period on select dates. Good luck on your exams, Heels!

Rooms

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• 2511
• 2502
• 3509
• 3408
• 3411
• 2424
• 2418
• 2422
• 2423
• 3407
• 3503
• 3409

Dates

• Thursday, December 8
• Friday, December 9
• Saturday, December 10
• Sunday, December 11
• Monday, December 12
• Tuesday,...

Thursday, December 1, 2016 – Wednesday, December 7, 2016
Regular Hours of Operation

Thursday, December 8, 2016 – Thursday, December 15, 2016
Building open 7:30 am – 2:00 am (Exam Hours)

Friday, December 16, 2016
Building open 7:30 am – 5 pm (Early Closing)

Saturday, December 17, 2016
Building closed

Sunday, December 18, 2016
Building open 7:30 am – 5 pm (Limited Opening)

Monday, December 19, 2016 – Saturday, December 31, 2016...

Tuesday, Nov. 1--Monday, Nov. 21:
Regular Hours of Operation

Tuesday,  Nov. 22:
Building open 7:30 am--5:00 pm (Early Closing)

Wednesday,  Nov. 23--Sunday, Nov. 27
Building closed

Monday,  Nov. 28--Wednesday,  Nov. 30:
Regular Hours of Operation

Jaime Dilauro (Class of 2017) is a Public Policy and Gender Studies double major, and a student supervisor at Information Services. The Information Desk is located on the second floor in the main lobby. Jaime provides sign-up, sign-out, and sign-here for many events and activities. She also provides maps, answers questions, and serves as the informational hub for all that goes on in the Union. Get to know a little bit about her!

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We sat down with senior graphic design major, and Design Assistant for the Communications & Creative Services team, Allyson Lyles to talk about the poster she designed for CUAB's Homecoming Comedy Show. The show is November 3rd in Memorial Hall and tickets can be purchased for just $5 in CUAB's office, Room 2519.

What inspired your design?

"When I was looking for inspiration, I saw a lot of hand-drawn lettering and basic hand drawing layered over photos. There’s a sort of organic quality to it that makes a simple design look a lot more interesting. I loved...

The Carolina Union Activities Board is bringing comedians DeRay Davis and Chris Redd to campus on November 3rd for a UNC Homecoming Comedy Show! The two are Chicago natives, and have starred in primetime television shows, blockbuster films, and held nation-wide standup comedy tours. Purchase your tickets in the CUAB Office in room 2519 of the Carolina Union!

DeRay developed and honed a hip, sardonic, streetwise mentality at an early age and parlayed it smoothly and efficiently into the comedy-club circuit. Davis achieved his career breakthrough at the Laffapalooza Festival in...

Registration for Hybrid Type: A Study in Creating Letterforms, the next Lab workshop on Tuesday, October 25 from 7-8pm, is officially open. This special edition of The Lab features Lydia Kuekes, a Durham-based graphic designer, illustrator and lettering artist, who will speak about her experimental study of letterforms and typography created with both physical and digital tools. Kuekes will discuss the scientific methods used, sources of inspiration, and process for maintaining motivation while working on a self-directed project. Take a peek at her experiment...

The Lab hosted its first workshop of the year, DIY Electronic Accessories, with Be a Maker Space on Thursday, Sept. 22 at the Kenan Sciences Library Makerspace. The workshop allowed students to get hands-on in creating bracelets from conductive tools.

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Join CUAB in the Great Hall on Wednesday, October 5, at 7:00pm to learn about mental health awareness with poet Neil Hilborn. Neil is a College National Poetry Slam Champion, and a 2011 graduate with honors from Macalester College with a degree in Creative Writing. His poem “OCD”...

On Friday, September 30, at 5:30 PM, join the Carolina Union Activities Board in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month in the Great Hall with keynote speaker Rita Moreno. The Puerto Rican-American has enjoyed a career in acting and singing for over 70 years, becoming one of twelve people in history - and the first Latina - to win all four major American entertainment awards (Oscar, Grammy, Emmy, Tony). She will be leading a discussion about the benefits of diversity, and her unique perspective will prove valuable to all students. Entry is free for students with a valid OneCard!

Join the Carolina Union Activities Board for a night of slam poetry from world-renowned poet, Elizabeth Acevedo on Thursday, September 15 in the FPG Student Union Auditorium.

Acevedo holds a BA in Performing Arts from The George Washington University and an MFA in Creative Writing from the University of Maryland. She has performed for more than twelve years, and has been a featured performer on BET and Mun2, as well as delivered several TED Talks. She has graced stages nationally and internationally including renowned venues such as The Lincoln Center, Madison Square Garden, the...

The Carolina Union Board of Directors sets their eyes on tomorrow.

Assessing Student Needs

On Wednesday, August 31, the student-comprised Carolina Union Board of Directors and Raleigh-based VINES Architecture reconvened after the summer for their first meeting of the school year. Lead by Board Chair, Boateng Kubi, the meeting focused on this semester’s upcoming #UNCUnionIdeas Study; an initiative approved by last year’s Board.

The study is designed to assess the needs of the UNC student body along with the ability of the Carolina Union’s current...

Join us Thursday, September 15 for a special edition of Treat Yo Self Thursday! All students are invited to enjoy cupcakes and conversation with Carolina Union staff once a month at 4pm in the West Lounge. We want to hear your ideas and comments about the Union – everything from the furniture to the programming and more. Even if you don’t have anything to share, you’re welcome to take a cupcake!

This week, we’ll be giving out shirts to winners who find a golden sticker on the bottom of their cupcake. Students will be able to take the #...

Officially recognized student organizations and University departments may begin making reservations at 9:00am on Thursday, September 8th, for Fall 2016 General Purpose Classrooms and Spring 2017 Union Spaces. These includes all Union meeting rooms, Great Hall, Auditorium, the Pit, Pit solicitation tables, Plaza, Davis Courtyard, and more. Reservations should be made through reservecarolina.unc.edu. Phone and walk-in requests will be accepted from 1:00pm–5:00pm.  Priority will be given to requests received through Reserve Carolina.

All organizations and...

Passionate about serving the Carolina Student body? Apply to become the Carolina Union Board of Directors Student Member-at-Large today!

POSITION SUMMARY

The appointed Student Member-at-Large is a student who shall be selected by the Carolina Union Board of Directors Membership Committee from an application process open to any registered, full-time student, not scheduled to graduate prior to the conclusion of the term they are to serve. This student will serve as a representative of the student body as a whole, and is thus a vital voice to the operations and the...

Apply to become the Carolina Union Board of Directors Student Member-at-Large today if you are passionate about representing the entire student body at Carolina, and helping uphold the Carolina Union's mission to create safe, inclusive and educational experiences.

Board of Directors Purpose

The Board of Directors is comprised of a representative group of leaders on campus, including the Director of the Carolina Union, faculty members appointed by the Chancellor, appointed graduate students, and select student leaders from various student organizations. The Board meets on...

The 20th Annual FallFest is ready to kick  off the school year with a celebration of student activities! Join us in the S11 Skipper Bowles Parking Lot, adjacent to the Dean E. Smith Center and the Kenan Flagler Business School, from 8:15pm to 2:00am for a night of demonstrations, information tables, competitions, performances, free food, and prizes.

Here’s the full program schedule, so you can make the most of this night!

8:15pm–11:00pm  

Involvement Fair

• Department Tables
• Sponsor Tables
• Student...

The 20th Annual FallFest is ready to kick  off the school year with a celebration of student activities! Join us in the S11 Skipper Bowles Parking Lot, adjacent to the Dean E. Smith Center and the Kenan Flagler Business School, from 8:15pm to 2:00am for a night of demonstrations, information tables, competitions, performances, free food, and prizes.

Here’s the full program schedule, so you can make the most of this night!

8:15pm–11:00pm  

Involvement Fair

• Department Tables
• Sponsor Tables
• Student...

Monday, August 1st–Friday, August 5th:
Building open 7:30am–5:00pm

Saturday 6th–Sunday, August 7th:
Building closed

Monday, August 8th–Friday, August 12th:
Building open 7:30am–5:00pm

Saturday 13th–Sunday, August 14th:
Building closed

Monday, August 15th–Wednesday, August 17th:
Building open 7:30am–5:00pm

Thursday, August 18th–Wednesday, August 31st:
Building open 7:30am–1:00am

The Carolina Union Activities Board enhances life at Carolina through high-quality programming and events for the entire University community all year round. This summer, CUAB is helping UNC beat the heat with cool programs, including frozen treats, pool-side movies, and more! See the schedule below for all the events coming up in July.

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Friday, July 1st:
Building open 7:30am–5:00pm

Saturday, July 2nd–Monday, July 4th:
Building closed

Tuesday, July 5th–Thursday, July 7th:
Building open 7:30am–9:00pm

Friday, July 8th:
Building open 7:30am–7:00pm

Saturday, July 9th–Sunday, July 10th:
Building closed

Monday, July 11th–Thursday, July 14th:
Building open 7:30am–9:00pm

Friday, July 15th:
Building open 7:30am–7:00pm

The Lab has wrapped up a fun and eventful year of workshops full of creative inspiration and exploring the importance of design in our lives! Each workshop included an assessment at the end and responses have been critical for future planning. Take a gander at our infographic that includes a look at The Lab’s past year and key feedback from attendees!

From Thursday, April 28, until Thursday, May 5, the Carolina Union will extend its hours of operation until 2:00am.

During that time, the following meeting rooms will be available for studying and final project use from 8:00am until 10:00pm each day.

2420
2422
2423
2424
2511
3407
3408
3409
3411
3502
3509

Selected as the 2016-2017 Chair of the Carolina Union Board of Directors is Boateng Kubi, a junior from Prince George’s County, MD, majoring in biology with a double minor in chemistry and philosophy on the pre-med track.

His leadership positions on campus will translate well to his new position as Chair. He serves as vice president of public relations for the Carolina Union Activities Board, chair of recruitment and outreach of the Minority Association of Pre-Health Students, and fellow for Generation Financial Knowledge Development (GENFKD).

In this role, Kubi will serve...

Spring into Carolina, an event energizing all Tar Heels and unifying our community through fun activities and togetherness, was held on Wednesday, March 30, from 5-8:00pm. The event saw over 2,200 participants and included lots of activities for the Carolina community, including mini golf, a photo booth, inflatables, music, free t-shirts, free food, and food trucks.

Enjoy photos from the night and our...

Wonderful weather and Carolina advancing to the Final Four are two out of many reasons to come celebrate Spring into Carolina, an event energizing all Tar Heels and unifying our community through fun activities and togetherness.

Spring into Carolina will take place from 5 to 8:00pm on Wednesday, March 30, around the FPG Student Union and in the Pit. There will be food trucks, free food, mini golf, a photo booth, inflatables, t-shirts, swag, and more.

Throughout the event, students will have the opportunity to engage and share positive reflections on what the Carolina...

Interested in holding a leadership position on the Carolina Union Activities Board (CUAB)? Apply to be a programming chair today. Enhance your leadership skills, decision-making abilities, and learn about what it takes to plan a good program!

Applications are live on Student Life and the deadline to apply is Wednesday, March 30, at 4:00pm.

During the month of March, the Carolina Union will operate under the following modified schedule:

Tuesday, March 1st–Thursday, March 10
Regular hours of operation

Friday, March 11
Building open 7:30am–5:00pm

Saturday, March 12–Sunday, March 13
Building closed

Monday, March 14–Friday, March 18
Building open 7:30am–5:00pm

 ...

The Carolina Union Activities Board presents the 2nd annual Jubilee Concert on April 16 at 8:30 pm in the Carmichael Arena. This year, country music star, Chase Rice, will be returning to his alma mater to headline this year’s concert. The Carolina community is invited to attend.

Chase Rice is a 2008 UNC alumnus and former linebacker for the football team. He started his professional musical career after competing on season 21 of the TV show, Survivor, in 2010. He co-wrote Florida Georgia Line’s hit single “Cruise.” In 2014, his album, Ignite the Night, debuted as No. 1 on...

Join Carolina students as they challenge the 2016–2017 Student Body President candidates on the most pertinent issues facing students on UNC’s campus.

Thursday, February 4
8:00–9:30pm
Campus Y Queen Anne Lounge, Hosted by Campus Y Student Voices for Social Justice

Sunday, February 7
5:00–7:00pm
DTH office, Hosted by the Daily Tar Heel

Monday, February 8
7:00–9:00pm
Bingham 317, Hosted by the Out of State Student Association

Now hiring for 2016-2017!

The Carolina Union is more than a building, and working at the Union is more than a job.

Why join Student Staff?

- Develop marketable skills
- Participate in professional development
- Pursue leadership opportunities
- Work on campus
- Meet new friends

Learn more and apply at bit.ly/1617cuapplication. You must log in to the Student Life Portal to access this page.

Applications due: Monday, February 8 at 5pm

The Carolina Union and Chancellor Carol Folt request your nominations of our most outstanding students for the Chancellor’s Awards for Excellence in Student Activities and Leadership. Nominations are due by 5:00pm on Friday, February 12, 2016.

A full letter of request detailing the intent of these awards, and the online nomination form, can be found at http://chancellorsawards.unc.edu. For additional information, see the website or contact chancellorsawards@unc.edu....

The FPG Student Union will remain closed all day Sunday, January 24, and will re-open on Monday, January 25, at 12:00pm. Meetings and events will begin at 1:00pm on Monday.

We will continue to monitor the current conditions and share new information as we receive it. For the most up-to-date information regarding the University's operating condition, check Alert Carolina.

The FPG Student Union will be closing at midnight on Thursday, January 21. Per the adverse weather policy, the Union will be closed all day Friday, January 22. All meetings and events occurring in the Union on Friday have been canceled.

We will continue to monitor the current conditions and share new information as we receive it. For the most up-to-date information, check...

January 21st Update:

This event, scheduled for January 22, has been postponed due to the predicted weather forecast. More information will be available soon regarding a rescheduled concert date.

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Warm up with music by Glee’s very own, Noah Guthrie, and the Loreleis

CUAB invites the Carolina community to enjoy a performance by Noah Guthrie, featuring a cappella group, the Loreleis.

Known for his soulful YouTube covers and his character on Fox’s Glee, Noah will be performing in the...

During the month of January, the Carolina Union will operate under the following modified schedule:

Friday, January 1st–Tuesday, January 5th
Building closed

Wednesday, January 6th–Thursday, January 7th
Building open 7:30am–5:00pm

Friday, January 8th–Thursday, January 14th
Regular hours of operation

Friday, January 15th
Building open 7:30am–5:00pm

Saturday,...

The Carolina Union Activities Board (CUAB) is excited to announce that the application for the CUAB president is now live. The president of CUAB plays a crucial role on campus in leading a dedicated group of students to provide diverse cultural, educational, and social opportunities for students. If you are interested in applying for this please complete the application, which can be found here: https://studentlife.unc.edu/form/start/87311.

During the month of December, the Carolina Union will operate under the following modified schedule:

Tuesday, December 1st–Wednesday, December 2nd
Regular hours of operation

Thursday, December 3rd–Thursday, December 10th
Exam hours. Building open 7:30am–2:00am

Friday, December 11th
Building open 7:30am–5:00pm

Saturday, December 12th
Building closed

Sunday,...

During the month of November, the Carolina Union will operate under the following modified schedule:

Sunday, November 1st–Monday, November 23rd
Regular hours of operation

Tuesday, November 24th
Building open 7:30am–5:00pm

Wednesday, November 25th–Saturday, November 28th
Building closed

Sunday, November 29th
Building open 11:00am–5:00pm

Monday, November 30th...

Due to inclement weather, An Evening with Diane Guerrero, scheduled for Sunday, October 4, 2015, has been canceled. This event is a joint collaboration with Carolina Union Activities Board, Carolina Latina/o Collaborative, and Students United for Immigration Equality as a part of Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration. 

Organizers are currently working to reschedule the event for later this academic year. Refunds can be issued through the Carolina Union Box Office. Event attendees who purchased tickets using a credit card will see an automatic refund to the card. This refund...

Celebrating its 10^th anniversary this year, Carolina United welcomed UNC students to Camp Oak Hill to participate in a five-day program designed to explore the meaning of diversity and leadership. By creating a safe and accepting space for discussion, the program intends to bring together participants from all backgrounds and experiences to unite them across their differences.

Carolina United was started by a small group of students in 2005 and has grown a lot over the years. This year, the program took place from August 10 to 14. There were 2 co-directors, 20 counselors...

Applications are now available for the appointed Student Member-At-Large position for the Carolina Union Board of Directors.

The appointed Student Member-at-Large is a student who shall be selected by the Carolina Union Board of Directors Membership Committee from an application process open to any registered, full-time student not scheduled to graduate prior to the conclusion of the term they are to serve. This student will serve as a representative of the student body as a whole. The Student Member-At-Large will be required to attend bi-monthly Union Board of Directors meetings,...

All summer, the Office of Event Services has been busy working to make improvements to their online reservation process. The new system, Reserve Carolina (formerly Virtual EMS), includes an easier-to-navigate online reservation system and the elimination of all individual student accounts, with the creation of one account per student organization. Additional features include:

• Revamping the look to the web portal and policies
• Creating an easy to remember url for reservations - reservecarolina.unc.edu
• Streamlining...

Customer service is a core value at the Union and it shows. 88 percent of the Union’s clients have indicated that the positive attitude exhibited by Union Staff exceeded expectations.

Treat Yo Self Thursday is a program that is organized by the Communications and Creative Services department of the Carolina Union. This year’s highlights the event being held the third Thursday of each month, with over 600 cupcakes given out each time.

84 students attended the Student Orgs 101 Workshop in 2014–2015. This is one of the featured programs in a series that is spearheaded...

Now in its nineteenth year, FallFest kicks off the school year with a celebration of student activities! Join us on South Road and Hooker Fields for a night of demonstrations, information tables, competitions, performances, free food, and giveaways.

New and returning students are encouraged to visit student organization and academic department tables to learn how to get involved at Carolina. With over 700 officially recognized student organizations on campus, you’re sure to find a way to leave your...

It may be summertime, but the Carolina Union is full of activity each week thanks to UNC-CH Orientation. In partnership with the Office of New Student & Carolina Parent Programs, the Union will host all first-year and transfer students along with parents and families throughout June, July, and August.

First-year students spend two days preparing for success at Carolina – meeting with academic advisors, learning about campus resources, and becoming more familiar with their new home. Transfer students pack this all into one day, while still getting a comprehensive look at...

The Carolina Union is happy to announce Melissa Serrano Burns as the newly elected Carolina Union Employee Forum (CUEF) Chair for the 2015-2016 year. Current CUEF members and a panel of Carolina Union full-time staff interviewed Burns and selected her for the position, which was announced on April 28, 2015. In this role, Burns will serve as a representative for all student staff at the Carolina Union.

As Chair, Burns looks forward to getting to know all of her fellow employees: “Don't be afraid to introduce yourself!” Burns will ensure CUEF roles and responsibilities are fulfilled...

During the month of May, the Carolina Union will operate under the following modified schedule:

Friday, May 1
Building open 7:30am–2:00am
Alpine open 7:00am–10:00pm
Wendy's open 10:30am–3:00am

Saturday, May 2
Building open 9:00am–2:00am
Alpine open 9:00am–10:00am
Wendy's open 10:30am–3:00am

Sunday, May 3
Building open 11:00am–2:00am
Alpine open 11:00am–12:00am
Wendy's open 10:30am–3:00am

Monday, May 4
Building open 7:30am–2:...

The Carolina Union is proud to announce Jaelyn Coates as the 2015–2016 Chair of the Carolina Union Board of Directors. The Carolina Union Board of Directors and a panel of Carolina Union full-time staff interviewed Coates and selected her for the position on March 29, 2015. In this role, Coates will serve as the representative of the Board and the student face of the Union. The Chair of the Board provides leadership and oversight in all aspects of the Board, including finance, planning,...

Interested in participating in FallFest as a student organization? Be sure to fill out an Annual Report on Student Life for your organization by May 15. Please note this report is somewhat lengthy and will probably need to be completed over time. Only organizations that have completed the report will be eligible to apply for tabling space and performance times. Questions? Contact the Office of Student Organizations at ...

During the month of April, the Carolina Union will operate under the following modified schedule:

Wednesday, April 1
Building continues regular business hours

Thursday, April 2
Early closing
Building open 7:30am–5:00pm
Alpine open 7:30am–5:00pm
Wendy's open 10:30am–5:00pm

Friday, April 3
Spring holiday
Building/offices closed
Alpine/West Lounge open 8:00am–5:00pm...

Applications for 2015–2016 CUAB Chair positions are now open! Chairs on the Board have access to influential individuals in the Union, interesting student leaders, and the challenges of being involved in a prominent organization. One of CUAB’s goals is to build campus relationships and engage the Carolina community in a variety of unique events. Staples of CUAB include Homecoming concerts, gingerbread house decorating, and LDOC events. YOU could potentially program and innovate on these events for the 2015–2016 school year!

Apply for these positions on...

ESPN’s First Take will broadcast live from the Great Hall on Tuesday, February 17, a day ahead of the Carolina vs. Duke men’s basketball game at Duke University.

Hosts Skip Bayless, Stephen A. Smith, and Cari Champion will be here, along with Rameses, the Carolina cheerleaders, the pep band and special guests.

This is a student-only event. Check out the details:

- Line forms in the Union starting at 7:30am. Please only enter through Pit-facing doors (near Alpine).
- Doors open at 8:30am.
- Dress warmly for the line and wear Carolina clothing for the show...

The Carolina Union is proud to announce Merrick Osborne as the 2015–2016 Carolina Union Activities Board (CUAB) President. Osborne was interviewed by the Carolina Union Board of Directors and a panel of Carolina Union full-time staff. The Board of Directors finalized the selection during their January 21, 2015 meeting. In addition to his role as CUAB President, Osborne will serve as Vice Chair of the Carolina Union Board of Directors.

Osborne has been actively involved in CUAB since...

Treat Yo Self Thursday is the best day of the month!

All students are invited to enjoy cupcakes and conversation with Carolina Union staff once a month at 4pm in the West Lounge. We want to hear your ideas and comments about the Union—everything from the furniture to the programming and more. Even if you don't have anything to share, you're welcome to take a cupcake!

Spring 2015 Dates

January 22
February 19
March 19
April 16

Check out photos of past events on our...

Officially recognized student organizations may begin making reservations at 9:00am on Wednesday, January 21 for Fall 2015 Union Spaces and Spring 2015 General Purpose Classrooms at ems.union.unc.edu/VirtualEMS/. Phone and walk-in requests will be accepted from 1:00pm–5:00pm on this date.

All organizations wishing to book space must take and pass the online reservations training here in order to make reservations in spaces...

The Carolina Union Activities Board (CUAB) is now accepting applications for the 2015-2016 President position.

The job of president is to preside over CUAB, oversee the work of the chairpersons who make up the board, and serve as the ambassador for CUAB to the Carolina Community. Such a role requires much time, effort, responsibility, and enthusiasm. The president wears many hats and is essential to the overall health and functionality of a vital organization to campus life.

Interested? Submit your application on...

All student employees are evaluated throughout the year according to a rubric of six categories: job knowledge, efficiency, reliability, critical thinking, technical proficiency, and interpersonal skills.Each month Carolina Union full-time staff nominates five student employees who have demonstrated exemplary behavior in one or more of these categories. Please help us congratulate these students on this impressive achievement!

Name: Hailey Ziegelhofer
Department: Event Services
District: 7
Recognized for: Reliability

"Hailey always shows up to...

All student employees are evaluated throughout the year according to a rubric of six categories: job knowledge, efficiency, reliability, critical thinking, technical proficiency, and interpersonal skills. Each month Carolina Union full-time staff nominates five student employees who have demonstrated exemplary behavior in one or more of these categories. Please help us congratulate these students on this impressive achievement!

Name: Marissa Techmeier
Department: Marketing & Design
District: 5
Recognized for: Technical Proficiency

"With...

The Union is dedicating the meeting rooms below to study space from 8:00am to 10:00pm during exams (December 4-December 12). Note: the building will close at 5:00pm on December 12.

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During the month of December, the Carolina Union will operate under the following modified schedule:

Monday, December 1
Building continues regular hours

Thursday, December 4
First day of exam hours
Building open 7:30am-2:00am

Thursday, December 11
Last day of exam hours
Building open 7:30am-2:00am

Friday, December 12
Holiday break begins
Building open 7...

All student employees are evaluated throughout the year according to a rubric of six categories: job knowledge, efficiency, reliability, critical thinking, technical proficiency, and interpersonal skills.Each month Carolina Union full-time staff nominates five student employees who have demonstrated exemplary behavior in one or more of these categories. Please help us congratulate these students on this impressive achievement!

Name: Katelyn Mitchell
Department: Administration
District: 4
Recognized for: Efficiency

"As a new Administration...

Treat Yo Self Thursday is back this week, just as you desperately need it! Take a break from the end-of-semester madness and join us for a cupcake on November 20 at 4pm.

All students are invited to enjoy cupcakes and conversation with Carolina Union staff from 4pm to 5pm in the West Lounge. We want to hear your ideas and comments about the Union—everything from the furniture to the programming and more. Even if you don't have anything to share, you're welcome to take a cupcake!

All student employees are evaluated throughout the year according to a rubric of six categories: job knowledge, efficiency, reliability, critical thinking, technical proficiency, and interpersonal skills.Each month Carolina Union full-time staff nominates five student employees who have demonstrated exemplary behavior in one or more of these categories. Please help us congratulate these students on this impressive achievement!

Name: Madison Heginbotham
Department: Tech Staff
District: 5
Recognized for: Job Knowledge

"Madison brings an excellent...

During the month of November, the Carolina Union will operate under the following modified schedule:

Saturday, November 1
Building continues regular hours

Tuesday, November 25
Building open: 7:30am-5:00pm
Alpine open: 7:30am-5:00pm
Wendy's open: 7:30am-5:00pm

Wednesday, November 26
Building closed
Alpine closed
Wendy's open: 10:30am-4:00pm

Thursday, November 27...

All student employees are evaluated throughout the year according to a rubric of six categories: job knowledge, efficiency, reliability, critical thinking, technical proficiency, and interpersonal skills.Each month Carolina Union full-time staff nominates five student employees who have demonstrated exemplary behavior in one or more of these categories. Please help us congratulate these students on this impressive achievement!

Name: Charles Realubit
Department: Information Services
District: 6
Recognized for: Reliability

"I always have the best...

All student employees are evaluated throughout the year according to a rubric of six categories: job knowledge, efficiency, reliability, critical thinking, technical proficiency, and interpersonal skills.Each month Carolina Union full-time staff nominates five student employees who have demonstrated exemplary behavior in one or more of these categories. Please help us congratulate these students on this impressive achievement!

Name: Nan Copeland
Department: Marketing & Design
District: 4
Recognized for: Efficiency

"We’ve had many last-minute...

The Union and CUAB will host a full week of Halloween programming this year! See the calendar below for event information:

Carolina Union Halloween 2014
October 27-31

Monday, October 27

CUAB presents: Halloween Trivia
7pm • West Lounge
Kick off the week with Halloween Trivia, presented by CUAB. Compete for prizes while putting your random Halloween knowledge to use.

Tuesday, October 28

Project Union presents: Halloween Bash
7–9pm • West Lounge
...

During the month of October the Carolina Union will operate under the following modified schedule:

Wednesday, October 1
Building continues regular hours

Wednesday, October 15
Building open: 7:30am-5:00pm
Alpine open: 7:30am-5:00pm
Wendy's open: 10:00am-5:00pm

Thursday, October 16
Building open: 8:00am-5:00pm
Alpine open: 8:00am-5:00pm
Wendy's closed

Friday,...

During September 24-30, 2014, we will highlight the students featured on the new More Than a Student banners along South Road. Check out the banners, and reach out if you'd like to learn more about these involvement opportunities!

Name: Bridget Walsh
Hometown: Cincinnati, OH
Major: Journalism and Mass Communications
Year: Senior
Union Involvement: DJ and Community Outreach Coordinator for WXYC 89.3, Marketing & Design Design Assistant

How has the Union helped you become more than a student?

"Through the Carolina Union, I've...

During September 24-30, 2014, we will highlight the students featured on the new More Than a Student banners along South Road. Check out the banners, and reach out if you'd like to learn more about these involvement opportunities!

Name: Zachary Smathers
Hometown: Asheville, NC
Major: Applied Mathematics
Year: Senior
Union Involvement: Carolina Union Employee Forum chair, Operations Scheduling Supervisor

How has the Union helped you become more than a student?

The Union has given me a real sense of leadership and has provided me...

“On October 3rd, he asked me what day it was.”

CUAB is proud to present a special 10th anniversary screening of Mean Girls on October 3 at 7pm in the Union Auditorium. Admission for one student and a guest is free with a valid UNC OneCard.

It’s not going to be on a Wednesday, but you should still wear pink. Attendees dressed as Mean Girls characters will be entered into a costume contest with a chance to win two free tickets for AMC Southpoint 17. You don’t need ESPN to know...

During September 24-30, 2014, we will highlight the students featured on the new More Than a Student banners along South Road. Check out the banners, and reach out if you'd like to learn more about these involvement opportunities!

Name: Chantrel Reynolds
Hometown: Goldsboro, NC
Major: Journalism and Mass Communications
Year: Senior
Union Involvement: CUAB Marketing Chair, Marketing & Design Marketing Assistant

How has the Union helped you become more than a student?

"The Union has been a place of comfort and security throughout...

Join CUAB for an Evening with Junot Díaz, the keynote event of Hispanic Heritage Month at UNC-Chapel Hill.

An Evening with Junot Dí az
Saturday, October 4
7:30pm
Memorial Hall

Tickets are $3 with a valid OneCard and $8 for the general public, available through the Memorial Hall Box Office. The event will include a book reading, a Q&A session, and commentary. There will be a book signing at the Campus Y after the event.

Pulitzer Prize winner Díaz has...

The application for official University recognition for the 2014-2015 year is now open. This is an annual process that occurs each fall, and in order to maintain a student organization's recognition from year to year this application will need to be submitted and approved. The deadline for submitting this application is September 30. The current primary contact for the organization should submit the registration. (Please note that this deadline is for existing groups to maintain recognition.  Brand new groups may apply for initial recognition at any time between the first day of class in...

During the month of September the Carolina Union will operate under the following modified schedule:

Friday, August 29
Building open: 7:30am-5:00pm
​Alpine open: 7:30am-5:00pm
​Wendy's open: 10:30am-8:00pm

Saturday, August 30
Building open: 9:00am-5:00pm
​Alpine open: 9:00am-5:00pm
Wendy's open: 10:30am-8:00pm
​South Road entrance will be open until 10:30pm for football game traffic

Sunday, August 31
Building open: 4:00pm-10:00pm
​Alpine: 4:00pm-10:00pm...

Welcome to the Quest for the Union Cup, our student employee competition! You may notice "tributes" running around the building this year competing for points and ultimately the Union Cup! 

This series of challenges promotes interaction between full-time staff and students and encourages students to meet peers outside of their departments.

The 2014-2015 theme is The Hunger Games, and each student is a member of a district team. Districts earn points for professional characteristics while working and while participating in events outside of work, such as scavenger hunts,...

Officially recognized student organizations may begin making reservations at 9:00am on Tuesday, September 2 for Spring 2015 Union Spaces and Fall 2014 General Purpose Classrooms at ems.union.unc.edu/VirtualEMS/. Phone and walk-in requests will be accepted from 1:00pm–5:00pm on this date.

All organizations wishing to book space must take and pass the online reservations training here in order to make reservations in spaces booked...

During the month of August the Carolina Union will operate under the following modified schedule:

Monday July 28th–Friday August 1st
Building open 7:30am-5:00pm
Alpine open 7:30am-5:00pm
Wendy's closed

Saturday August 2nd–Sunday August 3rd
Building closed

Monday August 4th–Friday August 8th
Building open 7:30am-5:00pm
Alpine open 7:30am-5:00pm
Wendy’s closed

Saturday August 9th–Sunday August 10th
Building closed...

During the month of July the Carolina Union will operate under the following modified schedule:

Tuesday, July 1st-Wednesday, July 2nd
Regular summer hours

Thursday, July 3rd
Building open 7:30am-5:00pm
Wendy's open 10:30am-5:00pm
Alpine open 7:30am-5:00pm

Friday, July 4th-Sunday, July 6th
Building closed 

Monday, July 7th
...

This year's FallFest celebration will be held on August 17, 2014, at 9pm. FallFest is now in its eighteenth year and is a nationally known program. The purpose of FallFest is to provide a fun event to new and returning students at the beginning of the school year and encourage participation and interaction among all segments of the Carolina community. The primary focus is to give student organizations, University departments, and local businesses a creative way to inform and recruit new members, service users, and customers. Through demonstrations, information tables, competitions,...

Over the Memorial Day weekend the Carolina Union will operate under the following modified schedule:

Friday, May 23, 2014
Building closes at 5:00pm

Saturday, May 24–Monday, May 26, 2014
Building closed

Tuesday, May 27, 2014
Building resumes regular summer hours

This year the Union’s student employees have been on a magical adventure as they competed for the ultimate prize of the Union Cup. At the culminating event, our End of Term Feast, the Union Cup was awarded to the house that has garnered the most gems with their excellent service to all. While all houses teetered on greatness, only one house came out on top. Those golden snitches hidden in the Union at the end of the semester also helped quite a bit as well. In third place was Gryffindor with 285.  In second place with 305 was Hufflepuff. Fetching 375 gems, it is our pleasure to announce...

Zach Smathers was recently honored at the Carolina Union End of Term Feast as the 2014 Employee of the Semester. Throughout this semester, Zach has succeeded beyond staff expectations in his new role as Operations Scheduling Manager. He has worked diligently to streamline and improve the scheduling process in the department, and has proven very reliable in his role when sudden scheduling needs have arisen. Zach is also an extremely reliable and dedicated Operations Supervisor and takes a vested interest in the involvement and development of the department, particularly through CUEF. We...

The Student Advisory Committee to the Chancellor (SACC) will host the Chancellor's inaugural Student Open House on April 14th from 3:30pm-5:00pm in the Aquarium Lounge of the FPG Student Union. The event will also feature roundtable discussions as well as Q&A components.

We want to hear from you! Complete our survey and share your feedback. Prizes will be given away daily and include: UNC sweatshirts, cupcakes, phone and computer accessories, and Alpine gift certificates. At the end of April one grand prize winner will be selected and will receive dinner for three at Top of the Hill.

Take our survey now!

Winners will be selected at random. Your name and email address will not be...

The Office of Event Services production services are fully booked through the end of April and cannot accept anymore event requests during that time. Due to Facilities projects, Polk Place will be offline for reservations through April 2015.  Contact our Event Coordinator at cuevents@unc.edu for alternative reservable locations.

We hope you can join us for the remaining Functional Leadership workshop sessions this semester!

Student Orgs 101 on March 19

Working with Off-Campus Community Partners on March 27

Goal Setting & Commitment on April 8

Organization Transition on April 15

Log in to studentlife.unc.edu to find detailed descriptions and RSVP for the sessions.

If you have any questions please email ...

The Carolina Union Board of Directors conducted interviews on Saturday, February 1, 2014, for the position of 2014-2015 Carolina Union President. Following an afternoon of interviews and deliberation, Gabe Chess was selected to serve as the Carolina Union President with responsibilities including Chair of the Carolina Union Board of Directors and President of the Carolina Union Activities Board.

No stranger to the Carolina Union over the last year, Chess has served as the Carolina Union Activities Board Music Committee Chair and as an appointed member of the Carolina Union Board of...

Ty Fenton, a senior environmental studies major, has worked as a student Operations Assistant and then Supervisor for the Carolina Union since his freshman year. During the past semester, he has demonstrated an excellent level of community engagement, and has frequently displayed his interest in community involvement to his peers and supervisors.

Ty is a student who has shown incredible dedication to the environmental impact of nonrenewable resources in not only in the Carolina community, but in the local and global community as well. Ty is part of the Epsilon Eta environmental...

A new tax is in effect that changes admission costs for events.

Entertainment and live events are defined as: a live performance or other live event of any kind; a motion picture or film; or a museum, a cultural site, a garden, an exhibit, a show, or a similar attraction.

The Union is happy to help your organization comply with the new law and will assist by offering the following:

• The Office of Event Services will provide organizations pricing strategies and guidance for calculating sales tax.
• Organizations will be educated and able to compare...

Betsy Pierce, House Staff Coordinator from the House of Gryffindor, was recently honored as the Union’s fall Employee of the Semester. During Betsy’s five semesters with the Union, she has illustrated a great amount of growth and this semester her Union House Cup pride really made her shine. Betsy has been an irreplaceable staff member through the busy fall semester. She has stepped into multiple roles at once and has handled the responsibility with grace and poise. Betsy has consistently engaged with her staff members and has encouraged others to participate both in and outside of the...

Beginning Thursday, December 5, 2013, the Union will operate under modified hours during the exam period and University Winter Holiday.

Operating Hours During Exams:
Thursday, December 5, 2013–Friday, December 6, 2013: Open 8:00am–2:00am.
Saturday, December 7, 2013: Open 9:00am–2:00am.
Sunday, December 8, 2013: Open 11:00am–2:00am.
Monday, December 9, 2013–Thursday, December 12, 2013: Open 8:00am–2:00am.
Friday, December 13, 2013: Open 8:00am–5:00pm.

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Monday, Dec. 2 and Tuesday, Dec. 3
11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Student Union, West Lounge by Alpine Bagel

We challenge you to make a difference. Join the Be The Match Registry. In honor of Coach Hatchell and patients who hope for a marrow donor who can make their transplant possible come and join the registry.

How? It’s easy! Stop by the West Lounge in the Union on Monday, Dec. 2 or Tuesday, Dec. 3, fill out a registration form and have the inside of your cheek swabbed to have your tissue type tested.

"Tar Heels taking care of Tar Heels, it just does not get any...

Functional Leadership is a series of workshops provided by the Office of Student Organizations to develop student organization officers or members into knowledgeable and effective leaders. Sessions focus on issues specific to organizational success such as recruitment and retention, risk management and policy writing, and fundraising and budget development.  Fore more info about the series and how to RSVP, visit Functional Leadership.

Remaining...

The Carolina Union Employee Forum (CUEF) provides educational, social, and developmental opportunities for student employees. CUEF representatives serve as voices for their respective staffs. The Employee Forum serves as a place for students to promote and exchange ideas, discuss issues, and work together with fulltime staff to provide a positive student employee work experience. CUEF responsibilities include managing student recognition, planning staff events, addressing interdepartmental concerns, and more. Each department of the Carolina Union student staff is represented within CUEF...

The Lab is led by a crack team of creative wizards from Carolina Union Marketing & Design. Workshops are chock-full of inspiration, useful knowledge, and hands-on activities. Sessions are free and open to all UNC-CH students, but you must register to attend. We keep ’em small so we can cover it all!

Fall 2013 workshops:

Portfolio Basics
September 3, 7:00pm-8:30pm
​Discuss the basics of print & web design portfolios.

Registration now open!

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We are pleased to announce that Ms. Crystal King has been selected as the fourth Director of the Carolina Union. Crystal is both the first woman and the first African-American to lead the Carolina Union.

In her new role Ms. King will be responsible for the management of the Carolina Union organization and the operation of the Frank Porter Graham Student Union Building. She will serve as the visionary of the Carolina Union as it builds and supports community through the provision of programs, activities, student organization support, services, and facilities. Her portfolio will also...

August 12th, 13th, and 14th, the Union welcomes back student employees for Fall Training. This year our theme is professionalism, and we will emphasize providing excellent services to our clients throughout the events process. Students will partake in a variety of training sessions including safety and fire extinguisher sessions, digital engagement session, and a peer recognition session. We are excited to welcome back our student employees and look forward to working with them to provide professional service to all of our clients.

The first day of CUBE reservations for the Fall 2013 semester is August 15th. Representatives from organizations may come to the Information Desk from the hours of 8am–5pm, to reserve a CUBE space. You can check the CUBE availability by looking online.  A cash payment of $12.00 is due at the time of your reservation for use of the paint cart. Exact change only, please.

The CUBE is available for officially recognized student organizations for publicizing on-campus events open to the University....

Effective March 4, 2013. The Pit, solicitation table and off-site table guidelines will be changed to reflect the following:

In the event of rain or other inclement weather, Pit reservations will be cancelled.

In the event of inclement weather, 16 solicitation tables will be staged in the South Road hallway adjacent to Wendy’s. Due to the limited space, tables will be available for organizations on a first-come, first-served basis. No audio may be played from these tables. The standard check-in process is still applicable.

In the event of inclement weather, all off...

The Carolina Union is hiring student employees for summer and fall. Curently, all departments have openings and work-study students are welcome. For more information about the various positions and instructions to apply, visit our student employment page.

Project Union is a series of creative weekly events produced entirely by student employees of the Union. It promotes collaboration, communication, and community among our employees as well as the Carolina campus community. Project Union events are designed to engage and enliven non-traditional, little-used spaces in the Union. Their topics reflect the broad range of interests at Carolina—comedy, interactive gaming, literary arts, music, social functions, social justice, sustainability, visual arts, and wellness.

Due to a high demand and to provide equal opportunity to student organizations of all sizes, the CUBE has moved to a reservation only process. Reservations can be made in person at the Information Desk Monday-Friday from 8:00am-5:00pm. You can check the CUBE availability by looking ONLINE.  A cash payment of $12.00 is due at the time of your reservation for use of the paint cart. Exact change only, please.

The CUBE is available for officially recognized student organizations for publicizing on-...

Starting in the Spring, the Pit will be divided into 3 areas rather than 2 in order to accommodate more groups and activities in a highly visible space. Between 10am-2pm, the Pit is split into 3 sections; a single group may reserve up to two adjacent sections.  Pit 1 is closest to the Union, Pit 2 is closest to the Undergraduate Library, and Pit 3 is located between the trees in the center of the Pit.