Promotional graphic for the INSPIRE Research Symposium showing a faculty member presenting in front of a screen. Event details read: “INSPIRE Research Symposium, April 15, 3:00–4:30 p.m., Wilson Library, Pleasants Room.” Logos for the UNC School of Information and Library Science and the School of Data Science and Society appear at the bottom alongside a QR code.

The INSPIRE Research Symposium is coming up on April 15! 💡

Faculty will present engaging talks showcasing current research topics from the School of Information and Library Sciences and the School of Data Science and Society.

🔗 Learn more: buff.ly/cZjDnSH

#UNCSILS #UNCChapelHill

SHiLL The conservative safe space at UNC will fail. It probably already has.

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#NorthCarolina
#UNCChapelHill

The Conservative 'Safe Space' created by Dave Boliek
The School of Civics in Learning

connorharris30: Standard locker room prep before a Bananas game 😂

#savannahbananas #lockerroom #uncchapelhill #funny.

(source: www.instagram.com/reel/DXAdIPx... and **credits to #connorharris30 **)

Blue promotional graphic for the Henderson Lecture featuring Emily Knox, with a centered headshot of Emily Knox. Text reads “Henderson Lecture — with Emily Knox” and the talk title “Book Banning in 21st Century America: An Ongoing Threat to Information Access.” The event takes place Friday, April 24, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. in Carroll Hall, Freedom Forum, Room 305. Hosted by the UNC School of Information and Library Science and the Center for Information, Technology, and Public Life.

Join us Friday, April 24, for the Henderson Lecture featuring Emily Knox!

UNC SILS and @citap.bsky.social are co-hosting this year’s lecture exploring book banning and information access in 21st-century America.

🔗 RSVP: buff.ly/UOsMo3f

#UNCSILS #UNCChapelHill

A group of students stand in a library presenting and discussing a research poster. Below, a blue graphic reads “SILS Scholar Showcase” with event details: Friday, April 24, 9 a.m.–7:15 p.m., at the Carolina Union and Carroll Hall. The event includes lunch, a coffee bar, and hors d’oeuvres, and is hosted by the UNC School of Information and Library Science.

Join us Friday, April 24, for the 2026 SILS Scholar Showcase, a day-long celebration of student research, innovation and impact. Students, faculty, staff, alumni and community members are all invited to attend.

🔗 Browse the full schedule: buff.ly/EHc4b9u

#UNCSILS #UNCChapelHill

Savannah Bananas To Bring Record-Breaking Crowds to Chapel Hill April 11–12 CHAPEL HILL, N.C. — April 2, 2026 — The Savannah Bananas will bring an unprecedented level of excitement and visitation to Chapel Hill on April 11–12, as two sold-out baseball games come to Kenan Stad...

The Savannah Bananas are bringing record-breaking crowds to Chapel Hill! This milestone weekend represents one of the largest ticketed events ever hosted in the community.

#SavannahBananas #UNCChapelHill #UNC #visitChapelHill

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GiveUNC 3-24-26. School of Information and Library Science logo. Thank you! Photos of two female students and a dog in front of an exhibit table at the GiveUNC student event.

Thank you, Tar Heels! 🩵

You made #GiveUNC a day like no other. We’re deeply grateful to the students, faculty, staff, parents, alumni, partners and friends who supported the School of Information and Library Science.

Your generosity means so much to the SILS community!

#UNCSILS #UNCChapelHill

Blue event graphic titled “Coffee & Conversations with the Dean.” An illustration of a coffee pot pouring coffee appears at the top, and a smiling bagel character holding a mug appears on the right. Dates and times listed are Wednesday, March 4 (9–10 a.m.), Thursday, March 26 (8:30–9:30 a.m.), Tuesday, April 7 (8:30–9:30 a.m.), and Wednesday, May 6 (9–10 a.m.). Text invites attendees to drop in for coffee, bagels, and casual conversation with Dean Kelly in the SILS Library. The UNC School of Information and Library Science logo appears at the bottom.

Have a question, idea or just want to chat? ☕🥯

SILS students—stop by the SILS Library for coffee, bagels and casual conversation with Dean Kelly. Join us on March 26, April 7 and May 6!

🔗Learn more: buff.ly/DLTNg15

#UNCSILS #UNCChapelHill

A person operates a camera and lighting setup while filming students in a studio, with overlaid text reading “Give UNC 3.24.26” and “A Legacy Like No Other.” The UNC School of Information and Library Science logo appears.

Give to a Legacy Like No Other. 🩵

Early giving for #GiveUNC is now open. Support SILS and help carry nearly 100 years of impact into the future. Every gift makes a difference!

🔗 Give today: giveunc.unc.edu/cause/school...

#GiveUNC #UNCSILS #UNCChapelHill

Chemistry student uses machine learning to transform gene therapy production - College of Arts and Sciences Ph.D. student Kelvin Idanwekhai is using machine learning to transform how viruses — the microscopic couriers of genetic medicine — are purified, making the process faster, cheaper and more precise.

At #UNCChapelHill, chemistry Ph.D. student #Idanwekhai is using #machinelearning to transform how #viruses — the microscopic couriers of genetic medicine — are #purified, making the process #faster, #cheaper & more #precise.
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SILS Launches Advisory Boards to Support New School Transition  - School of Information and Library Science The School of Information and Library Science (SILS) is pleased to announce the launch of two new advisory boards to help guide the school through the New School transition: the New School Alumni…

As we prepare for the launch of the new School of Data and Information Sciences in July 2026, SILS has established two advisory boards to ensure alumni and students have a meaningful voice throughout the transition.

🔗 Read more: buff.ly/6PbGulc

#UNCSILS #UNCChapelHill

Graphic promoting SILS Graduate Programs prospective student information sessions. The headline reads “SILS Graduate Programs – Prospective Student Information Sessions.” Dates and times listed are Wednesday, February 18 from 6–7 p.m., Tuesday, March 24 from 3:30–4:30 p.m., and Thursday, April 16 from 6–7 p.m. The graphic says “Learn about…” followed by M.S. in Information Science, M.S. in Library Science, and B.S.–M.S. Dual Pathway. The design features a navy background with a light blue argyle pattern and the UNC School of Information and Library Science logo. A link at the bottom reads go.unc.edu/silsinfosessions.

Thinking about a future in information, libraries, or tech? Join a SILS Graduate Programs Info Session to learn about the M.S. in Information Science, M.S. in Library Science, and the B.S. - M.S. Dual Pathway.

🔗 Register here: buff.ly/bYD1FAK

#UNCSILS #UNCChapelHill

Happy Holidays from Executive Talent Management ✨✨

We’re grateful for the partnerships, trust, and collaboration we’ve shared this year. Wishing you a joyful holiday season and continued success in the year ahead. ✨

#happyholidays #executivetalentmanagement #uncchapelhill #humanresources

A note of warning for colleagues here who travel to the US to give an invited talk - make sure you get the promise to get the travel costs reimbursed in full for what you paid.
In March of this year, I gave a talk at #UNCChapelHill. In June, the reimbursement came, but £180 short.

Researchers uncover the source of widespread 'forever chemical' contamination in North Carolina An environmental chemistry laboratory at Duke University has solved a longstanding mystery of the origin of high levels of PFAS—so-called "forever chemicals"—contaminating water sources in the Piedmon...

"high levels of PFAS—so-called "forever chemicals"—contaminating water sources", phys.org/news/2025-11... #burlingtonnc #capefearriver #dukeuniversity #epa #foreverchemicals #hawriver #ncstate #nicholasinstitute #pfas #pittsboronc #rivers #textilemill #uncchapelhill #wastewatertreatment #watersupply

University Research Week, October 20-24, 2025. Preserving the Past, Sharing the Future – Archives and Digital Curation at SILS. October 20, 10-11 am. Location: Wilson Library Pleasants Room (200 South Rd. Chapel Hill, NC, 27515). Earn CLE Credit. UNC School of Information Science. Learn more about other events at research week.unc.edu. Photo showing a woman taking a photo of archives in a library, with a man holding the archived items.

It’s #UNCResearchWeek! Join UNC SILS faculty on Monday, Oct. 20, from 10-11 am (Wilson Library, Pleasants Rm) for a panel on #archives and #digital curation. Earn CLE credit by attending! go.unc.edu/URWArchives

#UNCChapelHill #SILS #LibraryScience

davidona0 on Instagram: "Professor Dwayne Dixon of UNC Chapel Hill has been suspended and may be fired for his alleged affiliation with a group known to be …" Professor Dwayne Dixon of UNC Chapel Hill has been suspended and may be fired for his alleged affiliation with a group known to be anti-racist and anti-facist. freedom of speech and freedom of expression MUST be protectedView all 1,775 comments

#UNCChapelHill
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Carl’s Parade of Open Homes is back this weekend and you don’t want to miss it!

$50 Visa Card Giveaway is back!

SHARE THIS POST TO YOUR PAGE/FEED FOR A CHANCE TO WIN $50.

#OpenHouse #CarlsParadeOfHomes #DreamHome #UNCChapelHill #TriangleLiving #CJRE #VisaGiveaway #CJRE

Those who ride electric scooters on walkway ignoring people are the actual clowns
#UNCChapelHill

🎉 Help us welcome Floria to the WildHawk crew for the summer!⁠

She’s a rising junior at UNC Chapel Hill, double majoring in Biology and Exercise & Sport Science, with dreams of becoming a physical therapist one day 🙌

#WildHawkPT #AshevilleNC #UNCChapelHill #FuturePT #828isGreat

Bill Belichick under fire as UNC staff 'concerned' about Jordon Hudson scandal The NFL legend is yet to begin his first season in charge of the Tar Heels but there are already major concerns over how his relationship with the 24-year-old could affect his tenure

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#UNCChapelHill
#Belichick/HudsonDuo

Looks like the Tarheel football team has a 24 year old ex cheerleader for a coach.
Guess they can change the UNC fight song to
Let's Go Tar High Heels
🤣 🤣 🤣 🤣 🤣

A Call for Constructive Engagement | AAC&U A Call for Constructive Engagement

Just sent my request to my alma mater @uncchapelhill.bsky.social to get with it and sign the AAC&U letter that's out there. I encourage other #TarHeels to do the same. It won't be a #GDTBATH if we remain on the wrong side of history. #UNC #UNCChapelHill do the right thing.

#StandUpFightBack

We are excited to announce that Dr. @katherinezhoumd.bsky.social and Dr. Alessandro Porrello will present at the AACR Annual Meeting 2025 (April 25-30 in Chicago, Illinois).

#RNA #Cancer #Metastasis #Genetics #UNCChapelHill #Research #Innovation #Discovery #UNCMedicine #Medicine

We take pride in showcasing our exceptional members, like James Emerson and Edgar Faison, Ph.D., who contribute significantly to RNA research.

Follow the UNC RNA Discovery Center for exciting updates from our group!

#RNADiscoveryCenter #RNA #UNCChapelHill #Medicine #Research #PhD #RNAresearch

Follow the @rnadiscoverycenter.bsky.social to stay tuned for more exciting updates from our outstanding group!

#RNADiscoveryCenter #RNA #mRNA #RNAresearch #Eshelman #Pharmacy #Genetics #Biochemistry #Biology #UNCChapelHill #Research #ScientificInnovation

Follow the UNC RNA Discovery Center to stay tuned for more exciting updates from our outstanding group!

#RNADiscoveryCenter #RNA #mRNA #RNAresearch #Genetics #RNABiology #UNCChapelHill #Research #ScientificInnovation

#RNADiscoveryCenter #RNAResearch #Genetics #AgingCell #PiwiGenes #ScientificInnovation #RNA #UNC #UNCChapelHIll #research

The UNC RNA Discovery Center recently held its very first retreat on May 21, creating a wonderful opportunity for members and trainees to come together and share their work in RNA science happening at UNC-Chapel Hill and beyond!

At the UNC RNA Discovery Center, we foster a community of accomplished researchers committed to exploring the various aspects of RNA biology.

We're thrilled to showcase the remarkable contributions of our talented members on our Bluesky page.

#RNA #innovation #research #genetics #uncchapelhill

Activist loses Morehead-Cain Scholarship, left unsure of what rules she broke Over the course of senior Laura Saavedra Forero time at UNC, Morehead-Cain leadership began to consider her activism actions as violations of the Foundation's standards.

#DailyTarHeel at #UNCChapelHill "Forero is an activist before anything else. #DisabilityAdvocacy #EnvironmentalJustice issues. The Trustees of the #Morehead-CainScholarship terminated her scholarship." #NorthCarolina #NCpol www.dailytarheel.com/article/2025...