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Outdoor portrait of Kayla Cavenaugh.
SILS research is featured in the latest issue of the Journal of the Society of North Carolina Archivists, showcasing work by Kayla Cavenaugh, Carter Franklin and Elliott Kuecker as they advance important conversations in archival studies. 📖
🔗 Read the full issue: buff.ly/79UsX00
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Unwind midweek with tea, treats, and community!
Cup of Tea with Dr. P has been rescheduled for Wednesday, March 25, from 2:30–3:30 p.m. in the Anne Queen Lounge in the Campus Y. Join us for tea, snacks and cards while connecting with fellow members of the SILS community. 🔗 buff.ly/ESVZPM2
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Celebrating 25 years of CALA! 🎉
For a quarter century, the Carolina Academic Library Associates program has partnered with SILS and the University Libraries to provide hands-on experience and mentorship for future academic librarians.
🔗 Read the full story: buff.ly/43TkuDD
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As we prepare for the launch of the new School of Data and Information Sciences in July 2026, SILS has established two advisory boards to ensure alumni and students have a meaningful voice throughout the transition.
🔗 Read more: buff.ly/6PbGulc
#UNCSILS #UNCChapelHill
SILS Mocktail Mixer & Merch Madness. SILS BSIS students and alumni. March 4, 6-7:30 pm. Student Union Rm. 3205. Refreshments provided. Photo of 4 SILS students outside Manning Hall. SILS logo. Argyle design along the bottom.
Our SILS Mocktail Mixer & Merch Madness networking event is just around the corner!
🗓️ Wednesday, March 4, 2026
🕕 6–7:30 p.m.
📍 Student Union Room 3205
Don’t miss out! Register here: bit.ly/BSISMixer
#UNCSILS
Save the Date. SILS Mocktail Mixer & Merch Madness. SILS BSIS students and alumni. March 4, 6-7:30 pm. Student Union Rm. 3205. Refreshments provided. Photo of 4 SILS students outside Manning Hall. SILS logo. Argyle design along the bottom.
Save the date! 🗓️ SILS Mocktail Mixer & Merch Madness is happening Wednesday, March 4, from 6:00–7:30 p.m. in Student Union Room 3205.
BSIS students and alumni are invited to network, share career insights, and connect with the SILS community.
Register by March 2: bit.ly/BSISMixer
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Behind every great program are great people. 🎉 Meet the SILS staff whose work and leadership made a difference in 2025.
🔗 Read more: sils.unc.edu/news/sils-20...
#UNCSILS #StaffExcellence #HigherEd
🎉 Celebrating SILS faculty excellence! From award-winning research and major grants to global keynotes and community-engaged scholarship, our faculty made a powerful impact in 2025. 🩵
Read more: buff.ly/kinAdSQ
#UNCSILS #InformationScience #LibraryScience
Graphic promoting SILS Graduate Programs prospective student information sessions. The headline reads “SILS Graduate Programs – Prospective Student Information Sessions.” Dates and times listed are Wednesday, February 18 from 6–7 p.m., Tuesday, March 24 from 3:30–4:30 p.m., and Thursday, April 16 from 6–7 p.m. The graphic says “Learn about…” followed by M.S. in Information Science, M.S. in Library Science, and B.S.–M.S. Dual Pathway. The design features a navy background with a light blue argyle pattern and the UNC School of Information and Library Science logo. A link at the bottom reads go.unc.edu/silsinfosessions.
Ready to explore a graduate degree at SILS? Join us for our February Graduate Programs Info Session on Wednesday, February 18th, 6 – 7 p.m., to learn about the programs and admissions. More sessions will be hosted in March and April.
🔗 Register here: buff.ly/xjdGB0P
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Graphic congratulating Jared Kohrt for receiving the Rookie of the Year award from the School of Information and Library Science. The design features a portrait photo of Jared Kohrt centered within a blue gradient frame with decorative star accents. Text reads “Congratulations Jared Kohrt” and “Rookie of the Year.” The UNC School of Information and Library Science logo appears at the bottom.
Congratulations to Jared Kohrt, IT support analyst, on receiving the Rookie of the Year SILS Staff Award! As a new member of the SILS community, Jared’s initiative, hard work, and positive contributions have already made a strong impact.
🔗 Learn more about Jared: buff.ly/GZrnqUL
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UNC School of Information and Library Science. We’re Hiring! CHIP Teaching Assistant Professor. Applications Due March 10th, 2026. Learn more at https://sils.unc.edu/news/chip-teaching-assistant-professor-position-open/ . Photo of the Old Well on UNC campus in the background.
📢 UNC SILS and @chip-unc.bsky.social are hiring!
SILS is now accepting applications for a Teaching Assistant Professor to support the Carolina Health Informatics Program (CHIP).
📅 Apply by March 10, 2026: buff.ly/hPCZv2n
#JobOpening #UNCSILS #Hiring
Graphic congratulating Ben Levine for receiving the Hidden Hero Award from the School of Information and Library Science. The design features a portrait photo of Ben Levine centered inside a blue gradient frame with decorative star accents. Text reads “Congratulations Ben Levine” and “Hidden Hero Award.” The UNC School of Information and Library Science logo appears at the bottom.
Congratulations to Ben Levine, recipient of the SILS Hidden Hero Staff Award! Ben’s support, reliability, and positive attitude make a meaningful impact across SILS. We’re grateful for everything he does behind the scenes!
🔗 Learn more about Ben: buff.ly/SNJv7fE
#StaffAwards #HiddenHero #UNCSILS
Graphic promoting SILS Graduate Programs prospective student information sessions. The headline reads “SILS Graduate Programs – Prospective Student Information Sessions.” Dates and times listed are Wednesday, February 18 from 6–7 p.m., Tuesday, March 24 from 3:30–4:30 p.m., and Thursday, April 16 from 6–7 p.m. The graphic says “Learn about…” followed by M.S. in Information Science, M.S. in Library Science, and B.S.–M.S. Dual Pathway. The design features a navy background with a light blue argyle pattern and the UNC School of Information and Library Science logo. A link at the bottom reads go.unc.edu/silsinfosessions.
Thinking about a future in information, libraries, or tech? Join a SILS Graduate Programs Info Session to learn about the M.S. in Information Science, M.S. in Library Science, and the B.S. - M.S. Dual Pathway.
🔗 Register here: buff.ly/bYD1FAK
#UNCSILS #UNCChapelHill
We’re proud to spotlight SILS professor Sandra Hughes-Hassell and the Ready NOW team for creating a new national Field Guide that helps libraries prepare to serve their communities during emergencies.
🔗 buff.ly/Mjb8c4S
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📚 A look back at how SILS took a stand for the freedom to read!
Last fall, the SILS community came together for a public reading of banned books to highlight the importance of access to information.
🔗 Read the full story: buff.ly/oMSSzB0
#BannedBooksWeek #UNCSILS #FirstAmendmentDay
Nominate a SILS Alum. Rising Star Award & Distinguished Alumni Award. Nominate a mentor, peer, colleague, former student, or even yourself. Deadline: February 28. SILS logo. go.unc.edu/silsalumniawards2026
🌟 Know a SILS alum doing exceptional work or making an early impact? Nominations are open for the SILS Distinguished Alumni Award and Rising Star Award. Nominate a mentor, peer, colleague, former student, or even yourself.
🗓️ Deadline: Feb 28, 2026
🔗 go.unc.edu/silsalumniawards2026
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Photo of four SILS alumni at the NCLA conference. Graphic with argyle design.
This past fall, SILS sent 16 graduate students to the 2025 NCLA Conference to learn, present, and build professional networks across NC libraries. Read more: buff.ly/vYRGrgj
#NCLAConference2025 #UNCSILS
Graphic featuring a headshot of Elliot Kuecker standing in front of a brick wall. The UNC School of Information and Library Science logo appears in the top left. Text on the image reads: “New Publication: ‘If This Book Should Chance to Roam’: the Importance of Children’s Marginalia in Rare Books Collections” by Elliot Kuecker.
📘 A new publication from SILS!
In an RBM article, Dr. Elliott Kuecker and recent SILS grads explore why children’s marginalia in rare books matters for understanding childhood.
🔗 Read the full article: buff.ly/hx7ipGn
#UNCSILS #NewPublication
How can VR make surgery safer? Dr. Lukasz Mazur (UNC SILS & @chip-unc.bsky.social) is using his startup MaiaZura 🩺 to improve teamwork, reduce clinician burnout, and boost patient safety. Read more: buff.ly/GRaOPb0
#HealthInformatics #UNCSILS
Welcome Back Students! photo of students in front of Manning Hall. UNC SILS division signature/logo.
Welcome back, UNC SILS students! 🎉
Wishing you a great first day of spring classes and a strong start to the semester.
#FDOC #UNCSILS #GoHeels
Fireworks over Kenan Stadium at 2024 graduation.
Happy New Year from UNC SILS 🎉
Grateful for our community and excited for the year ahead. 🩵🐏
#HappyNewYear #UNCSILS #GoHeels
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill held Winter Commencement on December 14, 2025 at the Dean E. Smith Center. Confetti in the air.
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill held Winter Commencement on December 14, 2025 at the Dean E. Smith Center. View of the stage and graduates in the audience.
🩵Congratulations, Class of 2025! 🎓
We are proud of our 44 SILS graduates, including @chip-unc.bsky.social grads, and all the Tar Heels who became Carolina Alumni this week. We know you’ll do amazing things! 🐏
#UNCSILS #UNCGrad #UNC25
📸 @uncchapelhill
❄️ Happy Holidays from all of us at UNC SILS!
As 2025 comes to a close, we are grateful for our students, faculty, staff, alumni, and supporters who contribute to our community. May your holidays be filled with joy and rest! 🎁
Here’s to a bright New Year in 2026! 🌟
#UNCSILS #HappyHolidays
UNC School of Information and Library Science. We’re Hiring! Public Communications Specialist. Applications Due January 5th, 2026. Learn more at go.unc.edu/silscareers. Photo of the Old Well on UNC campus in the background.
🌟 We’re Hiring at UNC SILS!
The UNC School of Information and Library Science has an opening for a Public Communications Specialist (temporary). Help tell the story of SILS programs, research, and events.
Learn more and apply by January 5, 2026: buff.ly/YxgldUA
#JobOpening #UNCSILS
Meet more of our newest SILS PhD students! Punya, Harvey, Ady, and Dottie's work explores how people use technology, access information, and shape their communities. We’re thrilled to welcome them to SILS!
🔗 Read the full story: buff.ly/UNmpP7L
#UNCSILS #StudentSpotlight #PhDStudents
SILS invites you to enjoy a cup of tea with Dr. P! Come to SILS Library on Wednesday, December 10, from 3:30-4:30 p.m. for coloring, snacks, and lively discussions! This event is hosted by Dr. Ericka Patillo, Associate Dean for Academics. All are welcome (SILS students, faculty, and staff)! Graphic of hands holding a tea cup, other designs, and the SILS log.
⏰ It's almost here! Join us tomorrow for a Cup of Tea with Dr. P, December 10 from 3:30–4:30 p.m. at the SILS Library. Crafts, snacks, and a little bit of peace and quiet await! 🍵 #UNCSILS #SILSCommunity #CupofTeaWithDrP buff.ly/gupjE8J
“SILS is a small school with a big impact… I look forward to building the next chapter.” — Diane Kelly, Interim Dean
Kelly is guiding SILS through an exciting transition, focused on communication, transparency, & elevating the work of its community.
🔗 Read more: buff.ly/lMveraC
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Photo of Rob Capra presenting to an audience with raised hands.
Photo of students at the symposium.
Photo of SILS professors and students at the symposium.
🍂 Fall Highlights from SILS!
A look back at our inaugural INSPIRE@SILS Research Symposium, where faculty shared short #research talks on GenAI, digital curation, born-digital stewardship, and more.
Grateful to everyone who joined us and helped launch this new series.
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We’re pleased to share that Professor Diane Kelly has been named interim dean of UNC SILS, following Jeffrey Bardzell’s transition into a full-time role as Chief AI Officer and Vice Provost for AI. Congratulations to both leaders as SILS enters its next chapter!
🔗 buff.ly/qXVeK0Z
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UNC School of Information and Library Science. We’re Hiring! Teaching Assistant Professor. Applications Due January 5th, 2026. Learn more at https://sils.unc.edu/news/teaching-assistant-professor-position-open/. Photo of the Old Well on UNC campus in the background.
📢 UNC SILS is hiring!
The UNC School of Information and Library Science (SILS) invites applications for a Teaching Assistant Professor.
📅 Apply by January 5th, 2026: buff.ly/nnG6gqU
#JobOpening #UNCSILS #Hiring
