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Monica M. Gaudier-Diaz named interim director of Chancellor’s Science Scholars
Monica M. Gaudier-Diaz, teaching assistant professor in psychology and neuroscience, has been named the interim director of Chancellor’s Science Scholars. Her term officially began on Sept. 1.

Frey lecturer discusses Bloomberg career, Carolina roots
Bloomberg Chairman Peter T. Grauer stressed the personal and professional value of relationships and the critical thinking skills he gained in his Carolina liberal arts education at the Frey Lecture on Sept. 12.

Meet some of the College’s newest faculty
A sampling of new faculty in Carolina’s College of Arts and Sciences shows its focus on discovering innovative solutions to the world’s greatest challenges.

Social media health intervention wins $3.25M in NCI funding
Allison Lazard and Barbara Fredrickson are using social media to promote wellness through in-person connection. Their interdisciplinary studies are gaining momentum, with three out of three research proposals receiving funding.

PlayMakers new season offers fresh takes on favorites
The repertory company’s season lineup explores challenging topics through adaptations and comedy.

Bookmark This
Bookmark This is a feature that highlights new books by College faculty and alumni, published the first week of each month. This month’s featured book is “Why Mariah Carey Matters” (University of Texas Press) by Andrew Chan ’08.

Bloomberg chair to deliver Sept. 12 Frey Lecture
Bloomberg Chairman Peter T. Grauer will deliver the 2023 Frey Foundation Distinguished Visiting Lecture titled “It Goes So Fast” on Sept. 12 at 5:30 p.m. in the FedEx Global Education Center’s Nelson Mandela Auditorium.
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