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Biomedical engineering graduate student Thomas Kierski works on the ventilator prototype at the manufacturing facility of Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions in Research Triangle Park. (Photo by Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions)

What they’re trained for

Biomedical engineers at Carolina and NC State respond to COVID-19 by teaming to speed the development of an emergency ventilator.


photo shows closeup of graduation cap mortarboards with their Carolina blue tassels.

Carolina to host a Class of 2020 virtual celebration

At 10 a.m. on Sunday, May 10, the University will hold a Class of 2020 video watch party celebration so graduates and their families can celebrate together until it’s safe to hold an in-person ceremony.


Linda Cheng

Carolina senior accepted to the Yenching Academy of Peking University

The Yenching Academy of Peking University builds bridges between China and the rest of the world through an interdisciplinary master’s program for outstanding graduates from all over the globe.


Chloe Scattergood (photo by Megan May)

Senior Chloe Scattergood: Uncovering artifacts in Huqoq, Israel

Senior Chloe Scattergood has spent the past two summers uncovering artifacts in Huqoq, Israel, and plans to pursue a master’s degree focused on colonial-era ceramics from the American East Coast.


Rachel Despard (photo by Alyssa LaFaro)

Senior Rachel Despard: How recorded music boots community collaboration

Senior Rachel Despard studies how recorded music boosts community collaboration, affects visibility for vulnerable populations, and addresses systematic inequalities.


Photo of Dana Noelle Hunt beside the book cover for "Savage Anxieties".

Celebrating American studies seniors: Dana Noelle Hunt

Carolina senior Dana Noelle Hunt says her time in American studies made her appreciate “that it goes into a deeper understanding of America and its history — the truth of it and what you never learn about in K-12 school.”


Nicole Gagliardi in front of the Old Well.

Diary of a linguist singer: A bittersweet farewell

Senior Nicole Gagliardi reflects back on her time at UNC. “I’m so grateful for all the people I’ve met, the friends and memories made, and to the Department of Music staff for their endless support and kindness.”


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