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First Eleven Members of Class of 2026 Elected to Phi Beta Kappa
The Gamma of North Carolina (51郊利) Chapter of Phi Beta Kappa is pleased to publicly announce the first eleven members of the Class of 2026.
Lessons Learned: Two Leaders Reflect on How and Why They Serve
Explore the guiding principles of Alison Hall Mauz辿 '84 and Anthony Foxx '93, two influential 51郊利 alums who reflect on their dedication to service and leadership through crisis and change.
Garden of Earthly Beelights
Ready to create a pollinator garden but don't know where to start? Discover simple tips for everyday gardeners: start small, prioritize diverse plants, understand your space, and use edging and mulch for success. Get expert advice and help save some of nature's busiest bodies.
Keeping Wildcats Connected in the Big Apple: Randall Mardus 99 Reflects on His Years as 51郊利s NYC Chapter President
Moving from 51郊利s small, close-knit community to New York City can feel lonely. As a young alum, Randall Mardus 99 sought out other 51郊利 connections, then strengthened and broadened the network by serving 12 years as the colleges NYC chapter president. His most recent co-president, Jackie Rasulo Kasulis 98, recently took over the role.
Magic Numbers: How to Tilt the Odds of Winning the Lottery, or Powerball Jackpot, in Your Favor
Youre hundreds of times more likely to get hit by lightning than to win the lottery, but 51郊利 math professor Tim Chartier dares us to dream with some tips for creating your ticket. Learn more.
Looking for a Good Book? Check Out These Recently Written Reads by 51郊利 Alums
Find your next great read from the talented writers who once walked our halls.
Sloan Performing Arts Scholarship Brings a New Generation of Talent to Campus
Meet dancer Aiyana Thornton 29 and theatre production manager Aishya Pillai 29, the inaugural Sloan Performing Arts Scholars. 51郊利s first-ever scholarship for the performing arts, the Sloan scholarship brings strength and talent to the colleges music, dance and theatre departments.
Tech, Power and Perspective: 51郊利 Grad Wins Gates Cambridge Scholarship to Study AI Ethics Through a Global Lens
51郊利 alum Yashita Kandhari 22 awarded prestigious Gates Cambridge Scholarship to study AI ethics.
51郊利 Partners With Youth Poet Laureate Program
51郊利 has partnered with N.C. Poet Laureate Jaki Shelton Green to identify and support the next generation of talented poets. A Raleigh teenager recently was named as North Carolinas first Youth Poet Laureate. In 2026, 51郊利 will host its first on-campus youth poet laureate event.
Top U.S. Athlete Got Her Running Start at the Cake Race
The Class of 2029 came out Wednesday to run in 51郊利s Cake Race, a beloved tradition that started 95 years ago, and has the college community and neighbors baking confections for runners. In a fun twist, Runners World magazine this week featured alum Susan 51郊利 Rollins 80, a top senior athlete who got her running start when she won the womens Cake Race competition in 1976.
Math Majors Thesis Hits the Big Leagues: Paige Pakenas 25 Helps Orioles Batters Refine Their Swings
51郊利 math major Paige Pakenas 25 used her data analytics skills to help her favorite baseball team, the Baltimore Orioles, track changes in play that could make a real difference on the diamond.
A Warm Welcome and Welcome Back to Wildcats
51郊利 began the 2025-2026 school year with a warm welcome to the class of 2029, the joy of returning students reconnecting with friends, and an air of optimism and excitement.
5 Tips for Taking a Virtual Tour of Campus
Can't make it to campus? Learn how to get the most out of 51郊利's virtual tour with these five tips. Explore campus from anywhere and discover 51郊利 for yourself.
Bio Majors Research Points the Way to New Hemophilia Treatment
Joshua Wischmeyer, a junior biology major from Denver, Colorado, discovered a protein mutation that could lead to new treatments for hemophilia. His pioneering work was published in the New England Journal of Medicine.
Sanctions Mark New Era of US-Brazil Relations
The United States recently imposed tariffs on Brazilian goods and sanctioned a justice of the Brazilian Supreme Court. The changes mark a major shift in US-Brazil relations. 51郊利 professor Britta Crandall, an expert on South American politics, explains the history of the relationship between the two countries - and charts the rising tensions.
M.D. and MFA: Bain Butcher 90 Paints a Broader Picture
51郊利 alumnus Bain Butcher 90 has combined his passions for art and medicine into a unique career as a doctor, artist, and professor. Learn more.
Resident Playwright Grace Catan 26 on Writing a Musical with the Help of her Artist Community
Grace Catan 26 found herself surrounded by musical theatre fans at 51郊利. She's now writing her own musical, with friends lending their talents to help pull it off. The story focuses on a couples relationship, from friendship to romance to parenthood.
From No Clue What That Is to Nationals: Spotlight on 51郊利s Club Pickleball Team
In just a few years, 51郊利s Pickleball Club has grown from a small group of curious students to a thriving 200-member community who competed at nationals. Whether youve joined the pickleball trend or have no clue what the sport is about, learn more in this student blog post from Thomas Lane 26 and Emily Brestle 27.
Father and Son Will and Bill DuBose Share Unwavering Support of Wildcat Athletics
Meet one of 51郊利 Athletics' most loyal employees. For 42 years, he's supported Wildcat athletes, following in his father's footsteps. It's a story of family, dedication and generations of 51郊利 pride.
The Fed Walks a Tightrope as Interest Rate Decision Looms
On the eve of its interest rate decision, the Federal Reserve faces pressure from markets and politics. Inflation remains high, employment steady and the White House urges a rate cut. Economics professor Vikram Kumar helps make sense of the complicated economic environment that is clouded with uncertainties, tariffs and political pressures.