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Illustration of a giant hand grabbing a frightened woman and child

Seeing the Signs

In response to N.C. ranking ninth in the nation for most human trafficking cases, social...
a "help wanted" sign in a business window as people walk by

Where Are the Workers?

Jobs are back, but workers aren’t — and despite increasing wages, young people remain slow...
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Science for the Future

With data spilling from all areas of life, students need tools and training to understand...
Esteban Agudo plays pickleball

Volleying Research and Life

From pickleball to LEGO, Carolina researchers engage in a variety of hobbies to escape stressors...
Denise Yookong Williams

Healing with Art

Denise “Dee” Yookong Williams uses art to help LGBTQ youth and youth of color process...
Christina Cruz

Teachers for Mental Health

By combining best practices in education and mental health care, Christina Cruz works to enhance...
Daniel Johnson

Active-Duty Journalism

Daniel Johnson uses his research on mental health in the military to effect policy change...
Claire Bunschoten at the NY Botanical Garden

Extracting Extraordinary Things

Claire Bunschoten spent a year at The New York Botanical Garden unpacking the history and...
Jordan April at UNC's law library

Getting the Lead Out

Jordan April is establishing a national database that will empower residents facing health concerns about...