UNC students: Want to live, work, and learn in Washington, D.C., this summer—at no cost to you? Applications are now open for UNC School of Civic Life and Leadership’s inaugural Program on Constitutional Democracy! This summer, students will have the opportunity to: 🇺🇸 LEARN from leading scholars and practitioners across the political spectrum about how our Constitution shapes the most pressing public policy issues of our time. 🏛️ WORK in Washington, D.C., through internships in government, public policy, journalism, law, politics, and related fields, with placement assistance from SCiLL. 🤝 CONNECT with leaders and fellow students who are passionate about public service, civic life, and the future of American democracy. The program runs May 12–July 16, 2027, offers seven academic credits, and is open to all UNC students with free tuition. Be part of our inaugural class and make your summer count! 📅 Application deadline: November 15, 2026 Learn more and apply: civiclife.unc.edu/program-co…

We're thrilled to have an outstanding lineup of confirmed guest lecturers for our inaugural Program on Constitutional Democracy, including @RLHeinrichs, @VPhillipMunoz, @AHoweBlogger, @OsitaNwanevu, Yuval Levin, and @ElizabethWydra. These leading thinkers and journalists bring a remarkable range of perspectives on constitutional government and the most pressing public policy questions of our time. You can find more about them here: civiclife.unc.edu/program-co…

🎉 Four of the 18 students selected for this year’s Morehead-Cain sophomore class are from @UNCSCILL! Congratulations to Sarah Habib and Joe Rzentkowski, Libertas Scholars, and Simon Clarida and Elinor Storey, Spiers Fellows in our Civil Discourse Community, on this incredible honor. Their achievement reflects the intellectual curiosity, thoughtful engagement, and commitment to leadership that define the SCiLL community. We’re proud to see their hard work and potential recognized by @MoreheadCain! Read more: civiclife.unc.edu/news-scill…

🚨 TONIGHT! What did America get right, and what did it get wrong, after 9/11? Join the @UNCSCILL for "After 9/11: US National Security and Foreign Policy," a conversation with four experts who helped shape and study the U.S. response. 🗓️ Tonight, Tuesday, Oct. 20 🕡 6:30–8 p.m. 📍 Howell Hall 115

🎓 What’s Wrong with American Universities? Join us Thursday, October 22 at 7 p.m. in the Graham-McClintock Third-Floor Common Room for an off-the-record conversation with Professor Florence Dore examining the challenges facing American universities. Come ready to listen, engage, and discuss.

📚 Interested in Hudson Political Studies? Join us Wednesday, October 7 at 10 a.m. in the Main Conference Room for an information session to learn more about the program, explore opportunities, and get your questions answered. We hope to see you there!

Congratulations, Danielle! From student mentorship to teaching courses on American political economy, the university, and the Declaration, you are exemplary in inviting a rising generation to understand and inhabit the American story.

“Being able to see the other side equips me to make a better refutation.” Libertas Scholar Sarah Beth Syfrett ’27 shares how her SCiLL classes at UNC are teaching her the value of civil discourse, from Chatham House Rules to policy discussions with state legislators. Her takeaway? Understanding disagreement can make our arguments stronger—and make us more compassionate, too. 📰 Read “The SCiLL I Know”👇 jamesgmartin.center/2026/08/…

ONE WEEK AWAY: Join @UNCSCILL's Program for Public Discourse present the Abbey Speaker Series with two opportunities to engage across perspectives on immigration. 🗓️ September 29 - Immigration: A Conversation Across Perspectives 🗓️ September 30 - Agora Fellows Public Forum on Immigration Both events are free and open to the public, with livestream access! CLE credit is available.

It was a pleasure to welcome our Libertas Scholars to @moreheadplanet for dinner and a discussion of "Science and Democracy." Moderated by SCiLL Professor Guy Chet, panelists explored the complex relationship between science, policy, and public opinion, and how these forces shape decisions that impact our everyday lives.

What a great evening at the Carolina Inn! We loved welcoming more than 100 students to our SCiLL minors reception, celebrating the community we’re building together. As Carolina grows, we want SCiLL to help it feel smaller: a community where students are known, mentored, and given opportunities to flourish.

SCiLL Minor and Libertas Scholar Joe Sciolo recently joined @FoxBizInDepth to highlight the growth of his business, Sportscape Training. UNC SCiLL Dean Jed Atkins praised Scioli: “Joe Scioli’s visionary work, both inside and outside of the classroom, shows how entrepreneurial leadership can do more than build successful businesses—it can strengthen the fabric of our democracy.” civiclife.unc.edu/news-sciol…

SCiLL Minor and Libertas Scholar Joe Scioli has leveraged AI to build multiple businesses, all while still a university sophomore. Grounded in a mission to improve the lives of those around him, Scioli is creating meaningful impact for the next generation and proving that purpose and entrepreneurship can go hand in hand.

Have a great first day of classes, Tar Heels! See you in class 👣

And so it begins! A new school year is here, and we’re thrilled to welcome both familiar and new faces to campus. We can’t wait to kick off another strong year together. Welcome back, Tar Heels! 💙