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  • April 2026

  • Thu 16

    Heels at Home Webinar: Healthy Tar Heels

    April 16 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

    Join New Student and Family Programs for our brand new webinar series! Each month throughout the spring semester we are focusing on topics that are often top of mind for our “Heels at home.” Departments from across UNC will join to share knowledge, highlight resources, answer questions, and provide helpful tips for you as you continue […]

  • Fri 17

    High Fives for Heels

    April 17 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
    The Pit near Davis Library

    High Fives for Heels is a program where parents and families can volunteer on-campus or remotly by sending supplies that directly benefit studends. Students can stop by for high fives, fist bumps, and words of encouragement from volunteer parents. In addition there will free food, snack, and beverage giveaways to help students manage their stress […]

  • June 2026

  • Mon 8

    New Student & Family Orientation

    June 8 - August 14

    All new undergraduate students are required to attend Orientation to get the brightest start of all at Carolina! Orientation also features optional parent and family programming so students' biggest supporters can be equipped with great information to help during this new transition. There are several orientation session dates for first-year  and transfer students.

  • October 2026

  • Fri 2

    High Fives for Heels

    October 2 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
    The Pit near Davis Library

    High Fives for Heels is a program where parents and families can volunteer on-campus or remotely by sending supplies that directly benefit studends. Students can stop by for high fives, fist bumps, and words of encouragement from volunteer parents. In addition there will free food, snack, and beverage giveaways to help students manage their stress […]

  • Sat 24

    Family Football Day

    October 24

    Each year, families, friends and supporters are invited to campus to experience Carolina football. Family Football Day is a great opportunity to cheer on the Tar Heels, meet other families, and experience a game day with your student. Ticket sales begin in the summer - stay tuned on our website and the UNC Family Experience […]

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