The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, the nation’s first public university, is among the world’s leading research universities. Its nationally recognized teaching, groundbreaking research and dedication to public service continue a legacy that began when the university was chartered in 1789 and opened to students four years later. Our collaborative, interdisciplinary culture at the Hussman School of Journalism and Media creates new knowledge, advances scholarship and inspires storytelling. Fueled by world-class resources, field-leading interdisciplinary centers and a vast alumni network, the impact of our work helps address the big societal questions of our day.