Messages

"Our community has extraordinary people who rise to the occasion — that’s what it means to be a true Tar Heel."

"It is important that everyone in our community practice social distancing. That means staying home as much as possible, going out only when essential, avoiding groups of 10 or more people and staying 6 feet away from others when you must be out."

Chancellor Guskiewicz talks about the changes and sacrifices taking place at the University in the midst of the global COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic.

Beginning March 23, the University will expand the pass/fail grade option to undergraduate students. Undergraduate students can elect the pass/fail option on undergraduate courses registered in the spring 2020 semester.

"Today, as you graduate and leave a place you call home, I urge you to be heroes. To not just see and hear about the needs of our world, but to respond. To see the problems of others and make them your own."

"Today, I am humbled and honored to become Carolina’s 12th chancellor. I’m prepared to lead us forward with purpose, humility and vision."

"There are many principles that could guide our work as the leading global public research university. But I believe Hooker’s vision is our foundation. We are here today to emphasize that one reason: Carolina is here to serve North Carolina."

"This is our hope for you at Carolina: that you would learn to navigate the stars."

"Here at Carolina, we embrace our rich traditions while focusing on innovation and our future as the leading global public research university. You epitomize that future, and we are excited to celebrate your accomplishments today."