The following was sent to students via email on Sept. 2, 2025. In this special edition of The Well for incoming students, we introduce you to fellow classmates, some of Carolina’s excellent teachers and several University leaders.
Meet the newest Tar Heels
Carolina welcomed its largest class ever this fall, full of students bringing their own unique experiences, talents and passions to better our community.
Carolina’s educators achieve excellence
Read about brilliant faculty members and educators who are providing expertise, leadership and mentorship to students across campus.
Student share their goals at first sip
The reasons Tar Heels drink from the Old Well on the first day of classes go beyond the magical 4.0 GPA.
Rameses has cheered on the Heels for a century
What started as a way to root for a star football player is now one of Carolina’s most lasting traditions.
230 years ago, he became the first Tar Heel
Hinton James walked from Wilmington to Chapel Hill to enroll as the first student at Carolina.
Heel to Heel: Advice from the Class of 2025
See what words of wisdom Carolina’s most recent graduates had for the Class of 2029.
Top tips from Student Affairs
Amy Johnson, vice chancellor for student affairs, shared five pieces of advice for new Tar Heels.
Start strong with the Center for Student Success
The center offers writing coaches, peer tutors and academic support groups to help Tar Heels make a plan for a great fall semester.
Tyler Hansbrough talks about what it means to be a Tar Heel.
Here’s what the Tar Heel basketball legend and other University leaders told the Class of 2029 at New Student Convocation.
Chancellor shares what he’s looking forward to this semester
In this Q&A, learn about how Lee H. Roberts spent his summer, his favorite back-to-school events and advice he has for new students.