Spring Agenda

The Board of Visitors spring meeting will feature updates from university leadership, opportunities for discussion around key priorities, and time for connection among board members. The agenda is designed to support meaningful engagement and thoughtful conversation as the Board continues its work in support of Carolina. 

 

 

 

Spring Meeting Agenda

Thursday, April 9 – Friday, April 10, 2026

 

Thursday, April 9th

 

 

Class sessions

• EDU 529- 11a.m. This course explores the history of American schools to help students better understand contemporary education, policies and debates.
• PHIL 143- 2p.m. This course explores philosophical questions raised by emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, virtual reality and biological augmentation. Attendees should expect an interactive discussion and may receive a brief read-ahead.
• HST 362- 2p.m. This course examines the role of baseball in American history, using the game to explore themes such as immigration, labor, race, patriotism and cultural identity. This particular class session will focus on baseball in the 1980s.
• AMST 223- 9:30a.m. This course examines past and present scandals in U.S. sports and how they reflect broader societal forces such as capitalism, competition and surveillance.

 

 

Student Career Services Reception 5:00 p.m.

Ernie Williamson Athletic Center, UNC Men’s Basketball Museum

450 Skipper Bowles Drive, Chapel Hill

Parking is available in the Manning Lot, to the left of the Smith Center and Williamson Athletic Center.  

 

Join us for a reception to connect with current students, who are looking to network with BOV members by industry. All BOV members are welcome!

 

 

BOV Reception 6:30 p.m.

Ernie Williamson Athletic Center, UNC Men’s Basketball Museum

450 Skipper Bowles Drive, Chapel Hill

 

Immediately following the Student Career Services Reception, our BOV reception will be in the Basketball Museum. Enjoy looking at basketball memorabilia, including championship trophies and rings, while connecting with other BOV members.

During the reception, we’ll honor the outgoing Class of 2026 with a short ceremony and a ceremonial signing of the pledge.

Don’t miss remarks by former star basketball player, Tyler Zeller ’12.  During his Carolina career, Tyler won ACC Player-of-the-Year honors and Academic All-America of the Year for men’s basketball in the same season (2012).  He also was a first-round pick and played eight seasons in the NBA. He is currently working with Jones Angell as an Analyst for Tar Heel Sports Network and consulting for the Rams Club.

Also, we’ll be bringing back the spirit contest- as you remember in the Fall wearing your best blues can win you some fun UNC prizes. The contest this meeting is for your best UNC gameday gear and contestants will be selected by our Fall winners.

 

Attire is Carolina Casual (business attire, upscale gameday).

Reception Concludes 8:00 p.m.

 

 

 

Friday, April 10th

 

Breakfast and Registration 7:45 a.m.

Hill Ballroom, The Carolina Inn

211 Pittsboro Street, Chapel Hill

Limited parking is available at the Carolina Inn. Once the lot is full, members will be directed by parking attendants to alternate lots. Keep in mind these lots may be a short walk to the Inn, so please arrive early and allow time for travel if needed.

 

Welcome and Opening Remarks 8:30 a.m.

Jim Ammons, Board of Visitors Chair

Kari Stoltz, Board of Visitors Vice Chair

 

Greetings from the UNC Board of Trustees 8:50 a.m.

Jen Lloyd

Board of Trustees

 

University Development Briefing: Progress and Priorities 9:00 a.m

Michael Andreasen, Vice Chancellor for Development

 

Student Spotlight: Organizations in Focus 9:10 a.m.

Carolina Closet

Hear from Carolina Closet student representatives about how presenting at the Fall BOV meeting has propelled their efforts forward and where the closet stands today.

Adolfo Alvarez ’26

 

Carolina Credit Union Initiative

Learn about the Carolina Credit Union Initiative and its role in expanding access to financial services and resources for the Carolina student population. Student leaders will share an overview of the initiative, its goals, and how it supports financial well-being and engagement across campus.

Calie Justus ’28

Marco Zamudio ’29

 

Leading Carolina: A Conversation with Lee Roberts 9:30 a.m.

Lee H. Roberts, Chancellor

Jim Ammons, BOV Chair

 

Carolina North Listening Session 10:00 a.m.

Carolina North represents one of the University’s most significant long-term opportunities for research, innovation, and community engagement. Hear an update on current planning from Executive Director Tiffany Lacey and share perspectives on the future possibilities for the Carolina North campus in an interactive listening session.

Tiffany Lacey

Executive Director of Real Estate Development for Carolina North

 

Break 10:25 a.m.

 

Student Success and Enrollment Growth 10:45 a.m.

Senior Vice Provost James Orr will share insights on Carolina’s enrollment strategy and the University’s efforts to support student success. The conversation will highlight current trends, priorities, and initiatives designed to strengthen access, academic achievement, and the overall student experience.

James Orr, Senior Vice Provost for Undergraduate Success

 

Morehead Planetarium and Science Center 11:15 a.m.

Morehead Planetarium and Science Center translates the discoveries of Carolina faculty and students into experiences that engage the public and extend the reach of the University. In this presentation, Todd Boyette will highlight how next-generation technology, including an LED dome, allows Morehead to immerse its local and global audiences in scientific discovery that sparks curiosity and learning.

Todd Boyette

Director, Morehead Planetarium and Science Center
Adjunct Professor, UNC School of Education

 

AI and the Future of Knowledge 11:30 a.m.

How is artificial intelligence transforming how we create, access, and use knowledge? This panel brings together three of Carolina’s academic leaders—Dean Stan Ahalt, Interim Dean Diane Kelly, and Vice Provost for AI Jeff Bardzell—to discuss the evolving role of data science and information science in an AI-driven world. The conversation will explore implications for research, education, and society, and how Carolina is positioning itself at the forefront of this transformation and the new School of Data and Information Sciences.

Stan Ahalt, Dean

School of Data Science and Society

 

Jeff Bardzell, Vice Provost for Artificial Intelligence

Chief AI Officer

 

Diane Kelly, Interim Dean and Wilson Distinguished Professor

School of Information and Library Science

 

Moderated by

Bennett Wetch, BOV Member

Senior Director, Sustainability and Materials Analytics

Nike

 

Lunch Noon

 

Board Of Visitors Committee Reports 12:30 p.m.

Membership Engagement

Tom Lock

Katherine Bosma

 

Government Relations

Kara Weishaar

David Ferrell

 

Student Career Services

Lucien Ellison

Taunya Land

 

Marketing and Communications

Sanjib Mohanty

Jay Kenerly

 

Student Recruitment

Diana Jones

Emily Harry

 

Capital Renewal 1:00 p.m.

Mark Schoenl

Executive Director, Strategic Initiatives – Capital Renewal

University Development

 

Meet the New Student Body President: Devin Duncan 1:15 p.m.

Devin Duncan ’28 

Student Body President 

Carolina Scholar 

Morehead-Cain Scholar 

 

Research at Carolina: Spotlight on the Institute for Risk Management and Insurance Innovation 1:30 p.m.

Penny Gordon-Larsen

W.R. Kenan, Jr. Distinguished Professor in Nutrition

Vice Chancellor for Research 

 

Greg Characklis 

Director of UNC’s Institute for Risk Management and Insurance Innovation 

 

Meeting Adjourns 2:00 p.m.