At Honors Carolina, excellence isn’t just a standard — it’s a tradition. From the moment our students set foot in Chapel Hill, they’re challenged to think deeper, reach further, and shape a future filled with purpose. 

That’s why we’re inviting you to be part of our annual giving campaign:  

Start with a Gift. Transform a Future.  

By investing in Honors Carolina, you’re not only supporting the brightest students — you’re also helping to elevate UNC as a top public research university.   

Meet Lee Jefferies ’25:

Reporter for the Paris 2024 Olympics | Sports Xtra Anchor | EXSS Researcher | Honors Carolina Graduate 

“Being part of Honors Carolina has been pivotal in shaping my time at UNC, offering both academic rigor and a community of inspiring peers… While it’s hard to say goodbye, I’m grateful for the growth I’ve experienced as a leader and communicator, and I’ll carry these lessons with me as I pursue my passion for sports journalism and elevating voices that often go unheard.”

Gifts from alumni and friends like you directly support: 

• Study abroad scholarships & global experiences  

• Mentored research & summer fellowships  

• Career treks & internship funding  

• Hundreds of Honors classes & events  

• Thousands of students — just like Lee 

Every dollar goes directly toward empowering the next generation of leaders, innovators, and changemakers — in North Carolina and around the world. Consider Making a Gift Today