UNC School of Data and Information Sciences

Today marks the official beginning of the School of Data and Information Sciences (SDIS) at UNC-Chapel Hill! 🩵 Join us as we prepare the next generation of leaders in data and information sciences. Learn more: go.unc.edu/SDISlaunch

Carolina Technology Associates (CaTAs) brought computing concepts to life for Smith Middle School students through hands-on learning experiences at this year's STEAM Day. 💻 🔗 Read the full story: go.unc.edu/y5FNr #UNCSDIS #UNCChapelHill #InformationTechnology

Before the official launch of the School of Data and Information Sciences, data science and information and library science faculty were already collaborating on curriculum and programs. 🏫 🔗 Learn more: go.unc.edu/t2MZy #UNCSDIS #UNCChapelHill

Considering a master's degree in data science? 📊 Join us THURSDAY, July 9 at 7 p.m. for a virtual info session for the M.S. in Data Science program. 🔗 Learn more and register here: go.unc.edu/o4HEr #UNC #UNCSDIS #DataScience

Applications for the online Master of Applied Data Science are due TOMORROW, July 7, 2026. Advance your skills in programming, machine learning and AI ethics. Connect with an admissions counselor today: go.unc.edu/MADS

This Fourth of July, we're celebrating the promise of public education—and #UNC's role as America's flagship university. For over two centuries, we've been advancing discovery, expanding opportunity and serving the public good. unc.live/3QLHAqg 🇺🇸 Happy Fourth of July!

Today, we officially launch the @uncsdis, uniting the strengths of the School of Information and Library Science and the School of Data Science and Society. #UNC is preparing future leaders to solve challenges through data, information and innovation. unc.live/4ggVCdY

#UNC is launching a statewide study to explore how North Carolinians use generative AI and how libraries can support AI literacy. Learn more about the collaboration between the School of Information and Library Science, @UNCLibrary and @StateLibraryNC unc.live/3RMc6Aw

#UNC's Chris Bizon '98 uses AI and machine learning at RENCI to help researchers turn massive data sets into discoveries that advance medicine, transportation and environmental science. Learn how Carolina research turns data into discovery unc.live/4atnjML

Chapel Hill, Carrboro and Durham turn out for Derrick Barnes.

Derrick Barnes talking at Hargraves Center

980 North Carolina graduates will turn their tassels this weekend, including Mikayah Locklear. Learn how the @UNCSILS student worked on archiving the rich history of Indigenous peoples at #UNC unc.live/3RozSOW

The groundwork for Mikayah Locklear's future began at #UNC, and The Carolina Fund Scholarship helped her form a community and explore interests. Learn how Carolina helped the @UNCSILS major pursue preserving Indigenous history and culture brnw.ch/21wE9K5

Second-year MS in Library Science student Victoria Neff is helping us celebrate UNC's 230th year with these birthday pop-up books from the collection in the SILS library! Happy University Day! 🎂

Are you a current junior dedicated to improving the quality of life of the community and campus? Apply by Nov. 3 for the MLK UNC Scholarship! go.unc.edu/mlkunc2024

Today's the day! Learn how to manage your mental health in a digital world. Take part in this FREE seminar online. Register at go.unc.edu/balance. #unc

Thanks to everyone who attended or read aloud at today's Freedom to Read event – a part of Banned Books Week and First Amendment Day. Keep reading! #unc #read #bannedbooksweek #freedomtoread

Banned Books Week reminds us to consider the importance of free and public access to information and ideas. We should all have the freedom to read what we choose, free from censorship. #LetFreedomRead #BannedBooksWeek

We've been enjoying some fascinating conversations between faculty members! Register now for this Friday's chat between Ron Bergquist, an expert on public libraries and user-centered design, and Megan Winget, an expert on digital preservation and digital repositories.

Brian Sturm and Casey Rawson are both interested in youth librarianship literature and have had STEM jobs in the past. We predict a fascinating conversation when they chat online September 22. Don't miss out - register today! sils.unc.edu/sils-upcoming-…