UNC Public Affairs

@UNC_PAffairs

UNC Public Affairs serves as the primary liaison between the University and policymakers at the federal, state, and local levels.

Chapel Hill, NC

Joined January 2025

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UNC Public Affairs@UNC_PAffairs · Jul 22

On 7/15, we co-hosted a Congressional briefing with @ASPPHtweets & @CSTEnews on Insight Net, a CDC-funded network advancing infectious disease forecasting. UNC leads as the national coordinating center, helping states use data to protect public health. #PublicHealth #UNCResearch

UNC_PAffairs's tweet image. On 7/15, we co-hosted a Congressional briefing with @ASPPHtweets &amp; @CSTEnews on Insight Net, a CDC-funded network advancing infectious disease forecasting.
UNC leads as the national coordinating center, helping states use data to protect public health.
#PublicHealth #UNCResearch

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UNC Public Affairs@UNC_PAffairs · Jul 21

Mission Monday: Chancellor Roberts recently wrapped his Summer Tour across WNC, visiting Spruce Pine, Asheville, and more to reaffirm UNC’s commitment to recovery, health, and economic partnerships in the region. Learn More: unc.edu/story/chancell… #UNCImpact #MissionMonday

UNC_PAffairs's tweet card. Learn from Chancellor Lee H. Roberts and Carolina’s partners about how the University has aided in western North Carolina’s recovery, and how Carolina’s continued partnership can support residents...

UNC Public Affairs@UNC_PAffairs · Jul 25

Funding Friday: At UNC-Chapel Hill, research doesn’t stay in the lab. It launches companies, builds careers, and strengthens communities. 310 North Carolina businesses have spun out of UNC research 14,175 employees work in those companies across the state That adds up to $2…

UNC_PAffairs's tweet image. Funding Friday:

At UNC-Chapel Hill, research doesn’t stay in the lab. It launches companies, builds careers, and strengthens communities.

310 North Carolina businesses have spun out of UNC research

14,175 employees work in those companies across the state

That adds up to $2…

UNC Public Affairs@UNC_PAffairs · Jul 24

Leadership Lens: UNC alumna Megan Byers ’23 created InstructSTEM, an e-learning platform for science & math educators. Her initiative exemplifies Carolina’s commitment to educational leadership and innovation. See here: unc.edu/posts/2025/07/… #UNCLeaders #STEMeducator

UNC_PAffairs's tweet card. The UNC School of Education alumna created InstructSTEM, an e-learning platform for science and math teachers.

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UNC Public Affairs@UNC_PAffairs · Jul 23

Proud to see @UNC leading the way in preparing students for careers that shape our world. This kind of innovation and excellence is what makes UNC a powerhouse in public higher education. #HigherEd #TarHeelImpact

UUNC College of Arts and Sciences@unccollege · Jul 22

#UNC is the No. 3 best value public university in the country. 🎉 The Princeton Review also ranked Carolina as the #1 public university for financial aid, the #2 best value public school without aid and the #8 best school for making an impact 🏆 go.unc.edu/Hk4f2 📸 @UNC

UNC Public Affairs@UNC_PAffairs · Jul 23

Did you know UNC alumna Jenny Han (’02) filmed scenes for "The Summer I Turned Pretty" on our beautiful campus? Han said cast/crew called UNC “the most beautiful campus I’ve ever been on.” Learn more: unc.edu/posts/2025/07/… #DidYouKnow #TarHeelPride

UNC_PAffairs's tweet card. Author Jenny Han ’02 talks about filming “The Summer I Turned Pretty,” debuting a new season July 16 on Amazon.

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UNC Public Affairs@UNC_PAffairs · Jul 18

Funding Friday: @UNC_SOM's Dr. Richard Loeser received a $500K @DeptofDefense grant for a novel drug discovery project to help prevent post-traumatic osteoarthritis after joint injury. Public funding powers innovation! See here med.unc.edu/tarc/dr-richar… #UNCResearch #FundingFriday

UNC_PAffairs's tweet card. The Department of Defense (DoD) recently awarded Dr. Richard F. Loeser, Jr., Director of the Thurston Arthritis Research Center (TARC) and Joseph P. Archie, Jr. Eminent Professor of Medicine in the...

UNC Public Affairs@UNC_PAffairs · Jul 17

Leadership Lens: @uncsheps is a national leader in rural health, supporting hospitals & policymakers with expert, data-driven research. Their work drives innovation in NC & beyond. Learn more here: unc.edu/posts/2025/07/… #RuralHealth #HealthPolicy #PublicService #UNCImpact

UNC_PAffairs's tweet card. The North Carolina Rural Health Research Program and others are leading rural health innovation in western North Carolina.

UNC Public Affairs@UNC_PAffairs · Jul 16

Did you know that @UNC won the 2024-25 Capital One Cup? Awarded to the top women’s athletics program based on NCAA success, UNC will receive $250K for scholarships. We’re so proud of our Tar Heels! @GoHeels See more here: unc.edu/posts/2025/07/… #GoHeels #Athletics #Impact

UNC_PAffairs's tweet card. Boosted by soccer and lacrosse national titles, Carolina accumulated the most points in a combination of NCAA championships and major poll finishes.

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UNC Public Affairs@UNC_PAffairs · Jul 15

Meet a TarHeel: Dean Stoyer is the new Vice Chancellor for Communications at Carolina! With a wide array of expertise, we are excited to welcome him to the Carolina Community. Go Heels! Learn more here: unc.edu/posts/2025/06/… #GoHeels #Communications

UNC_PAffairs's tweet card. Stoyer has led communications and marketing teams at global brands like Nike, Under Armour and ESPN.

UNC Public Affairs@UNC_PAffairs · Jul 15

Happy Birthday Rep. Hugh Blackwell, proud UNC alum and dedicated member of the NC House! Thank you for your service and commitment to leading our great state. Wishing you a fantastic year ahead! #HappyBirthday #GoHeels #NCPolitics

UNC_PAffairs's tweet image. Happy Birthday Rep. Hugh Blackwell, proud UNC alum and dedicated member of the NC House! Thank you for your service and commitment to leading our great state. Wishing you a fantastic year ahead! #HappyBirthday #GoHeels #NCPolitics

UNC Public Affairs@UNC_PAffairs · Jul 14

Happy Birthday @vernettaalston , proud UNC alum and dedicated member of the NC House! Thank you for your service and commitment to leading our great state. Wishing you a fantastic year ahead! #HappyBirthday #GoHeels #NCPolitics

UNC_PAffairs's tweet image. Happy Birthday @vernettaalston , proud UNC alum and dedicated member of the NC House! Thank you for your service and commitment to leading our great state. Wishing you a fantastic year ahead! #HappyBirthday #GoHeels #NCPolitics

UNC Public Affairs@UNC_PAffairs · Jul 14

Mission Monday: The @unc_law Institute for Innovation provides free legal advice to start ups and entrepreneurs. Started in 2020, they support economic development focusing on rural communities! See more here: unc.edu/posts/2025/07/… #MissionMonday #Entrepreneurs #Innovation

UNC_PAffairs's tweet card. The UNC School of Law institute provides early-stage legal counsel to startups and entrepreneurs.

UNC Public Affairs@UNC_PAffairs · Jul 11

Funding Friday: @UNC_Lineberger was awarded $28 million by ARPA-H to lead the EVOLVE study, a new clinical trial that will analyze changes in each patient's cancer by adapting treatment plans in real-time. See more here: unc.edu/posts/2025/06/… #Reseach #FundingFriday #Innovation

UNC_PAffairs's tweet card. Dr. Lisa Carey of UNC Lineberger is the lead investigator for a clinical trial that adjusts treatment as cancer evolves.

UNC Public Affairs@UNC_PAffairs · Jul 10

Leadership Lens: @UNCPharmacy leads the Rural Research Alliance of Community Pharmacies serving rural North Carolinians! RURAL-CP aims to reduce rural health disparities by supporting high-quality implementation research with rural community pharmacies. #RuralHealth #Research

UUNC Pharmacy@UNCPharmacy · Jul 9

In seven states, #UNCPharmacy students dispense medication and counsel patients as part of the Rural Research Alliance of Community Pharmacies (RURAL-CP). Learn how this program connects with rural pharmacies and give them a voice: unc.live/3Ie2qtM

UNC Public Affairs@UNC_PAffairs · Jul 7

Mission Monday: The University For North Carolina @UNC we have a mission to support our state. The work done on campus serves the public, starting here in NC. See how Tar Heels impact every inch of the state: unc.edu/story/the-univ… #MissionMonday #Impact #NC

UNC_PAffairs's tweet card. UNC-Chapel Hill has a mission to support our home state. Discover how the expertise, research, work and service of Tar Heels impacts every corner of North Carolina, allowing it to be the best version...