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Diversity in the
College of Arts and Sciences

"Diversity and an excellent liberal arts education are inextricably intertwined. The foundation of a broad and deep liberal arts education... is based on an exposure to diversity of thought, diversity of perspectives and diversity of approaches."

-Dean White's statement on diversity, equity and inclusion in the College.

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Diversity in the
College of Arts and Sciences

"Diversity and an excellent liberal arts education are inextricably intertwined. The foundation of a broad and deep liberal arts education... is based on an exposure to diversity of thought, diversity of perspectives and diversity of approaches."

-Dean White's statement on diversity, equity and inclusion in the College.

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Give to Diversity Efforts

Our Vision

The College of Arts and Sciences is committed to nurturing and upholding a diverse, equitable and inclusive community of faculty, staff and students. The climate we stand by embraces, honors and leverages the uniqueness and value of people’s differences. Our vision is for all members of the College to be respected, feel a sense of belonging, and have equitable access to opportunities for achieving their fullest potential at Carolina. We strive for staff, faculty and students to both benefit from and take ownership in cultivating such a community.

Anthony tosses his cap for a graduation photo at the Old Well

Latin American studies meets biology for this Carolina senior

Anthony Ciano used his time at UNC to prepare for a career in healthcare, including working as a campus EMT and volunteering as a medical interpreter.

Zack Hall stands in front of a large hallway of mainframes and computers.

Mentors, matter

Ph.D. student Zack Hall has made an impact at Carolina through his research of subatomic particles and by supporting undergraduate physicists.

Headshots of Laura Mersini-Houghton and Karin Pfennig with their names and departments listed below. Laura works in the department of physics and astronomy. Karin works in the department of biology.

Two professors named newest ‘Working on Women in Science’ initiative scholars

Professors Laura Mersini-Houghton in the physics and astronomy department and Karin Pfennig in the biology department will serve two-year terms as WOWS Scholars and receive annual grants to pursue initiatives of their choosing.

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