“I’m a Morehead-Cain Scholar. My life has changed forever. I’m now able to do things that I could only dream of before. I can try things that I never thought I would have the ability to try.”

Christopher Arraya | Class of 2026

Facts and Stats

145 Scholars

serving in a leadership position of a campus organization

3 Chancellor’s Awards

14 Scholars

serving in UNC Undergraduate Student Government

64 Scholars

engaged in teaching assistant or research assistant roles

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Scholars in the News

Faculty Appreciation Lunch January 26 2024
February 05, 2024

Fifty-seven UNC–Chapel Hill faculty, staff honored by Morehead-Cain seniors for excellence in teaching and mentorship

The Morehead-Cain Class of 2024 honored a group of faculty and staff members from UNC–Chapel…

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Silva Maria
December 11, 2023

Maria Silva ’22 named Schwarzman Scholar

Maria Fernanda Silva ’22 of Lima, Peru, has been awarded a Schwarzman scholarship to pursue…

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Lexington, Kentucky, USA - A scenic view of the city with its iconic landmarks and vibrant atmosphere.
December 05, 2023

Project by Morehead-Cain Scholars helps launch mobile market to combat food insecurity in Lexington, Kentucky

A summer internship project through Morehead-Cain’s Civic Collaboration program has come to fruition with the…

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Faculty Appreciation Lunch January 26 2024

Charting Paths

The Morehead-Cain Class of 2024 honored a group of faculty and staff members from UNC–Chapel Hill on January 26 for their excellence in teaching, mentorship, and dedication to student success.

For the 2024 Faculty Appreciation Luncheon, graduating seniors nominated individuals who have had a significant impact on their education, professional development, and personal growth at Carolina.