The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Podcast

Hey Rameses, it's Jenny with your Campus Update for December 8 through December 15. Let's get you set for the week—fast. First up—final exams are in full swing this week, wrapping up on Friday, December 12. Make sure to check your exam schedule and locations to avoid any last-minute surprises. Next, fall commencement is set for Sunday, December 14. If you're graduating, congratulations! Be sure to...

Hey Rameses, it's Jenny with your Campus Update for December 1 through December 8. Let's get you set for the week—fast. First up—classes end this Wednesday, December 3. Make sure all your assignments are wrapped up and you're ready for finals. Next—Reading Day is Thursday, December 4. It's a great opportunity to catch up on studies or take a breather before exams kick in. And—final exams start Fri...

Hey Rameses, it's Jenny with your Campus Update for November 24 through December 1. Let's get you set for the week—fast. First up—Thanksgiving break is here! No classes from Wednesday through Friday, so enjoy the time off and travel safely. Next—the men's basketball team is on fire, with a 5-0 record after a recent win over Navy. Freshman Caleb Wilson led the charge with 23 points and 12 rebounds....

Hey Rameses, it's Jenny with your Campus Update for November 17 through November 24. Let's get you set for the week—fast. First up—Thanksgiving Recess is coming up next week, from Wednesday, November 26, through Friday, November 28. No classes will be held during this period, so plan accordingly. Next, the much-anticipated football game against Duke is this Saturday, November 22, at Kenan Stadium....

Hey Rameses, it's Jenny with your Campus Update for November 10 through November 17. Let's get you set for the week—fast. First up—the Tar Heels clinched a 20-15 victory over Stanford on Saturday's Homecoming and Military Appreciation Day. Coach Belichick's debut season continues to impress. Next—the 25th Reunion Class was honored during halftime at the Homecoming game. Alumni gathered to celebrat...

Hey Rameses, it's Jenny with your Campus Update for November 3 through November 10. Let's get you set for the week—fast. First up—the Black Alumni Reunion kicks off this Wednesday, November 5, and runs through Sunday, November 9. It's a fantastic opportunity to connect with alumni and celebrate our community. Check out the full schedule and register at the Carolina Alumni website. Next, the Chapel...

Hey Rameses, it's Jenny with your Campus Update for October 27 through November 3. Let's get you set for the week—fast. First up—the men's basketball team kicks off their season this Monday, November 3, hosting Central Arkansas at the Dean Smith Center. Next, the football team is heading to Syracuse for a Friday night showdown on October 31 at 7:30 p.m. And don't forget—the Festifall Arts Market:...

Hey Rameses, it's Jenny with your Campus Update for October 20 through October 27. Let's get you set for the week—fast. First up—University Research Week kicks off today and runs through Friday. This year's theme is "UNC Research is North Carolina," highlighting how our research benefits the state. Expect inspiring talks and interactive events. Next—mark your calendars for Saturday, October 25. Ro...

Hey Rameses, it's Jenny with your Campus Update for October 13 through October 20. Let's get you set for the week—fast. First up—the Savannah Bananas are bringing their unique brand of baseball to Kenan Stadium on April 11-12, 2026. To snag tickets, enter the lottery by October 31. Next, the Carolina Center for Public Service is organizing volunteer efforts for Hurricane Helene relief. It's a grea...

Hey Rameses, it's Jenny with your Campus Update for October 6 through October 13. Let's get you set for the week—fast. First up—University Day is this Saturday, October 12. Join the celebration at 11 a.m. in Memorial Hall to honor Carolina's 230th birthday. Classes are canceled from 10:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The first 100 students at the ceremony get a $10 food truck voucher. Next—the UNC System Vi...

Hey Rameses, it's Jenny with your Campus Update for September 29 through October 6. Let's get you set for the week—fast. First up—the Norma Berryhill Distinguished Lecture is happening today, Monday, September 29, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. This annual event honors contributions to the UNC School of Medicine. It's a great opportunity to engage with the medical community. Next—the "Lessons Learned, Rea...

Good afternoon, Tar Heels! Here's your campus news update for Monday, September 22, 2025. UNC-Chapel Hill has once again been recognized for its excellence, ranking as the No. 5 public university in the nation and tying for No. 27 overall in the 2025 U.S. News & World Report Best College rankings. Notably, Carolina has maintained its position among the top five public universities for 23 conse...

Good morning, Tar Heels! It's Monday, September 15, and here's what's happening at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. UNC-Chapel Hill has been ranked the No. 5 public university in the nation for the 23rd consecutive year by U.S. News & World Report. Additionally, Carolina has been recognized as the No. 1 best value among public universities for the 20th time. In response to redu...

Good morning, Tar Heels! It's Monday, September 8, 2025, and here's what's happening at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. In sports news, the Tar Heels football team kicked off the 2025 season last Monday with a home game against TCU. Despite the excitement surrounding new head coach Bill Belichick's debut, the team faced a tough loss, falling 48-14. Coach Belichick, known for his s...

Good afternoon, Tar Heels! Welcome back to campus. Here's what's happening at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill as we kick off the new academic year. Lee H. Roberts has been appointed as the 13th chancellor of UNC-Chapel Hill. After serving as interim chancellor since January, Roberts was officially elected by the UNC Board of Governors on August 9. He brings a background in finance...

Good afternoon, Tar Heels! Welcome back to campus for the start of another exciting academic year. Here's what's happening at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill as of August 25, 2025. The Tar Heels are gearing up for an electrifying football season under the leadership of new head coach Bill Belichick. The season kicks off on Monday, September 1, with a highly anticipated home game ag...

Good afternoon, Tar Heels! It's Monday, August 18, 2025, and here's your latest campus news. Currently, it's sunny and 81 degrees in Chapel Hill. Expect temperatures to rise to the upper 80s this afternoon, with a chance of thunderstorms around 2 PM. Evening temperatures will cool to the mid-70s. As students return for the fall semester, UNC-Chapel Hill is implementing a $70 million budget reducti...

Good afternoon, Tar Heels! Here's your campus news update for Monday, August 11, 2025. The University of North Carolina has announced a significant leadership change in its athletic department. Bubba Cunningham, who has served as athletic director since 2011, will transition to a senior advisory role in 2026. His successor, Steve Newmark, a Chapel Hill native and current president of RFK Racing, w...

Good afternoon, Tar Heels! Here's your campus news update for Monday, August 4, 2025. The University of North Carolina has announced a significant leadership change in its athletic department. Bubba Cunningham, who has served as athletic director since 2011, will transition to a senior advisory role in 2026. Steve Newmark, a Chapel Hill native and current president of RFK Racing, has been appointe...

Good morning, Tar Heels! It's Monday, July 28, 2025, and here's what's happening at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Today in Chapel Hill, expect mostly sunny skies with temperatures reaching a high of 94 degrees Fahrenheit. An Extreme Heat Warning is in effect until 8 PM this evening, with heat index values up to 110 degrees. Please stay hydrated, avoid prolonged outdoor activitie...

Good afternoon, Tar Heels! It's Monday, July 21, 2025, and here's your latest campus news. The University of North Carolina has announced a significant transition in its athletic department. Bubba Cunningham, who has served as athletic director since 2011, will mentor his successor, Steve Newmark, through the upcoming academic year. Cunningham will then assume a senior advisory role to the chancel...

Good morning, Tar Heels! Here's your campus news update for Monday, July 21, 2025. In a significant boost to our football program, four-star safety Jakob Weatherspoon has flipped his commitment from Ohio State to join the Tar Heels under new head coach Bill Belichick. Weatherspoon, a 5-foot-10, 175-pound prospect from Avon High School in Ohio, is ranked No. 14 among safeties and No. 9 in Ohio for...