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University Archives at UNC-Chapel Hill, part of UNC's Wilson Special Collections Library. Questions about Carolina history? Ask us!

 Chapel Hill, NC
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Since 2015, #UNC Archives Instagram (@uncarchives) has shared nearly 900 posts, bringing Carolina history to your feed. From an 1850s photo of Tar Heels to the first Black undergraduates in 1955, discover how the University’s past comes to life unc.live/4neRbzR
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The North Carolina Digital Heritage Center has digitized more than 630,000 newspapers, yearbooks, photos and other items from 320 partners in all 100 counties – bringing North Carolina history to everyone. Learn more about the DigitalNC initiative. stories.unc.edu/a-shared-pur…
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New on our blog: a look at segregated spaces at UNC in the early 1950s. blogs.lib.unc.edu/uarms/2023…
Detail from a 1953 photo showing a sign displaying directions for "Patient Information White" and "Patient Information Colored."

ALT Detail from a 1953 photo showing a sign displaying directions for "Patient Information White" and "Patient Information Colored."

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On this day in 1942, the U.S. Navy Pre-Flight School at UNC was formally commissioned. Over the next three and a half years nearly 20,000 Naval cadets would complete training programs in Chapel Hill.
"Greetings from U.S. Navy Pre Flight School Chapel Hill," large letter postcard ca. 1942-45. From the Durwood Barbour Collection of N.C. postcards.

ALT "Greetings from U.S. Navy Pre Flight School Chapel Hill," large letter postcard ca. 1942-45. From the Durwood Barbour Collection of N.C. postcards.

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This Wednesday 5/10, we have the grand Fearrington Reading Room reserved for your graduation photos. Learn more: go.unc.edu/WilsonPhotoDay
UNC Library@UNCLibrary4 May 2023
Graduating students: take graduation photos in @WilsonLibUNC before you graduate! On Wednesday 5/10, The Fearrington Reading Room, one of the most iconic and beautiful spaces on campus, will be open for students to take graduation photos. Learn more: go.unc.edu/WilsonPhotoDay
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From the Carolina Alumni Review: Flaspoehler Chosen as Next GAA President After a nationwide search, the GAA has announced the appointment of Veronica Mora Flaspoehler ’08 as the GAA’s next president, effective July 17. Read on: alumni.unc.edu/news/flaspoeh…
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On this day in 1963, Malcolm X spoke at Memorial Hall at UNC. Read more about his visit to Durham and Chapel Hill in this NC Miscellany blog post from Sarah Carrier: blogs.lib.unc.edu/ncm/2017/0…
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Thanks to Carolina Pride Alum Network (CPAN) members, a digital exhibit has opened at @UNCLibrary. Learn how the interactive exhibit provides a digital map that pinpoints #UNC campus spaces that are relevant to members of the LGBTQIA+ community unc.live/3o1sVZn

The story of us | UNC-Chapel Hill

The University Archives at the Wilson Special Collections Library is partnering with the Carolina Pride Alum Network to preserve personal stories of LGBTQ+ Tar Heels.

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Hooper Schultz '14 is a Ph.D. candidate in the @unccollege @UNChistory. His work is focused on gathering oral histories of people in the LGBTQIA+ community with @SOHPoralhistory to add to our state's rich history #PrideWeek ow.ly/nV4F50NFSba
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"I wish in the name of these hundreds and thousands yet to come to thank you." Frank Porter Graham's 1931 thank you note for the Bell Tower is emblematic of the gratitude we feel for all donors on today's #GiveUNC Day. giveunc.unc.edu/cause/univer…
Letter from Frank Porter Graham to John Motley Morehead, December 15, 1931. Excerpts: "Towards the close of the evening the other day, I was walking alone far out on the hills. Across the fields and the woods there came to me the music of the chimes. . . This experience of mine has been the experience of hundreds and will be the experience of thousands in all the years to come. I wish in the name of these hundreds and thousands yet to come to thank you."

ALT Letter from Frank Porter Graham to John Motley Morehead, December 15, 1931. Excerpts: "Towards the close of the evening the other day, I was walking alone far out on the hills. Across the fields and the woods there came to me the music of the chimes. . . This experience of mine has been the experience of hundreds and will be the experience of thousands in all the years to come. I wish in the name of these hundreds and thousands yet to come to thank you."

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UNC Archives retweeted
UNC Library@UNCLibrary28 Mar 2023
Today, challenges offered throughout the day can maximize the impact of your gift. Once 50 gifts are made to the University Libraries, a $5,000 challenge gift from Carolina parents Alfred T. Hamilton III ’94 and Braden Davis Hamilton will be unlocked. go.unc.edu/GiveLib2023T
Challenges, University Libraries. $5,000 for 50 gifts

ALT Challenges, University Libraries. $5,000 for 50 gifts

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UNC Archives retweeted
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Thirty years ago this week, a different sort of March Madness in Chapel Hill. Thousands of Deadheads descended for two sold-out shows in the Dean Dome. "Peace, pot and microdot, that's our motto," said one fan. Tents and sleeping bags all over town amid the aroma of the weed. 🪴
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UNC Archives retweeted
UNC Library@UNCLibrary20 Feb 2023
The University Libraries has released a revised Black and Carolina Blue Tour website. The tour introduces students and visitors to local histories of slavery, racism, memorialization and activism at @UNC. Read about it here: go.unc.edu/BlackCarolinaBlue…
Black & Carolina Blue Tour graphic.

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We recently learned that the UNC System Board of Governors has its own theme song. The "Fanfare for the Board of Governors" was composed by a @UNCSchoolofArts student in 2008. soundcloud.com/heckmanmusic/…. This begs the question: when can we get a fanfare for the Archives?

Fanfare for the UNC Board of Governors (Concert)

Conducted by John Mauceri, performed by the UNCSA Symphony Orchestra

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Wishing a happy 60th birthday to this promising young basketball player. #GoHeels
1981 UNC basketball media guide entry for #23, "Mike Jordan."

ALT 1981 UNC basketball media guide entry for #23, "Mike Jordan."

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On this day in 1973, Upendo Lounge opened in Chase Cafeteria. Upendo came about as a result of advocacy by @unc_bsm for a dedicated social and meeting space for Black students at Carolina. Learn more: storymaps.arcgis.com/stories…

The Black and Carolina Blue Tour

An Introduction to Black Life at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

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We are excited to announce The Black and Carolina Blue Tour website, a revised and expanded introduction to Black history at UNC-Chapel Hill. storymaps.arcgis.com/stories…
Screenshot of the homepage of The Black and Carolina Blue website.

ALT Screenshot of the homepage of The Black and Carolina Blue website.

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Learn more about the tour from @UNCLibrary: library.unc.edu/2023/02/blac…
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UNC Archives retweeted
UNC Library@UNCLibrary13 Feb 2023
Students: don't miss your opportunity to see our materials on Omar ibn Said. Due to their fragile nature, these student-centered sessions are a rare opportunity to see these items up-close and IRL. Register for one of our three sessions below ⬇️
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UNC Archives retweeted
UNC Library@UNCLibrary27 Jan 2023
Graduate students and researchers: apply now for funding opportunities to use the resources available in the @WilsonLibUNC's special collections. Learn more about the Fellowships and apply by 1/31: go.unc.edu/WilsonFellowships
Wilson Special Collections Library Fellowships. Fellowships in Research, teaching and rare book collection.

ALT Wilson Special Collections Library Fellowships. Fellowships in Research, teaching and rare book collection.

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