unc alumni travel 2023

Honors Carolina Summer Treks

It’s never too early to start taking advantage of everything Honors Carolina has to offer. Before you even begin your college career, Honors Carolina sponsors two global programs for incoming first year students that provide a preview of the opportunities you’ll enjoy. Meet distinguished Carolina alumni and enjoy behind-the-scenes access to a variety of research, cultural, and historic sites.

Registration form, sawubona, south africa, july 1 – july 10, 2023.

Join us to travel to Cape Town with other incoming first year Honors Carolina students. We have had an internship program in Cape Town since 1999, soon after the collapse of apartheid. The program currently runs every fall term and is built around the ongoing work of building a multiracial democracy in South Africa. On this trip, we’ll explore the many ways Honors Carolina students contribute to that project, and we’ll delight in South Africa’s natural wonders.

Highlights from previous years include:

• A tour of the District Six , Slave Lodge , and Robben Island Museums
• Visits with Honors Carolina internship partners, including Abalimi Bezekhaya , an urban farm and economic development organization in Khayelitsha, Cape Town’s largest township, and the Pinotage Youth Development Academy , in Stellenbosch.
• Excursions to Aquila Game Reserve , Cape Peninsula and Table Mountain , and Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens .
• An overnight stay at Kopanong Bed & Breakfast in Khayelitsha Township. Founder and social development entrepreneur Thope Lekau will be our host.

Program Fee: $1800 (does not include airfare)

Download the program overview here

London Calling!

July 15 – july 22, 2023.

Join us to travel to London with other incoming first year Honors Carolina students. We’ll be based at Winston House , Honors Carolina’s European study center, located in the heart of London’s historic Bloomsbury district. During our week-long stay, we’ll meet with distinguished Honors Carolina alumni in a variety of fields, and we’ll get a taste of UNC’s wide-ranging global connections.

Highlights from recent years include:

• A private tour of the Parthenon Marbles at the British Museum , led by UNC alumnus and museum curator Sam Moorhead
• Lunch at Middle Temple with UNC alumnus and Queen’s Counsel Richard Wilmot-Smith
• An introduction to plant genomics at Kew Royal Botanic Gardens
• A tour of modern London architecture with Roger Kallman, UNC alumnus and retired partner at Skidmore Owings Merrill , one of the world’s leading architectural firms
• An introduction to global finance at Bloomberg’s London headquarters
• A performance at Shakespeare’s Globe
• And an excursion to Bristol to visit with UNC alumna and Lord-Lieutenant Peaches Golding , the King’s highest-ranking civilian representative in the City and County of Bristol

Program Fee: $1900 (does not include airfare)

INVEST IN OUR STUDENTS

UNC Bands Alumni Association

UNCBAA Alumni Reunion Weekend

November 10 – 12, 2023.

Come home to celebrate 120 years of UNC Bands! The first-ever UNCBAA Alumni Reunion Weekend last year saw over 200 UNC Bands alumni and their families return to Chapel Hill for a weekend of fun and reminiscing. Join us this November 10–12 as we look to welcome even more of our Carolina band family home.

Alumni Reunion Weekend Overview

Friday Night Social

Kenan Music Building (1201) | November 10 | 7 p.m. – 10 p.m.

• Join us as we kickoff the 2023 UNC Bands Alumni Reunion Weekend with a casual social.
• This event will be catered by Linda’s Bar and Grill (need we say more?!)
• If you wish to attend the Friday Night Social, you must add it on to your registration for an additional $10.

Saturday Tailgate/Gameday

November 11

• Whether you want to relive your glory days of performing with the Pride of the ACC or just relax and catch up with past friends, the Saturday gameday experience is sure to hold something for everyone.
• Not only are we playing our rivals from 8 miles down the road, we will also be welcoming the band class of ’24 into our UNCBAA family as we join them for their senior day celebration. 
• Performer: Includes the typical gameday experience and the opportunity to performer with the Marching Tar Heels for pre-game and in the stands
• Non-Performer: Includes access to the tailgate and the opportunity to purchase guest football and tailgate tickets
• The tailgate will be held in conjunction with the GAA at the Bell Tower.
• Game day schedules will be released as we get closer to the game.

Sunday Volunteer Event

UNC Campus (location TBD) | November 12 | 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

• Join us as we help the Marching Tar Heels reset from a busy season of performances. (More details to come)
• This opportunity is free and included with your registration.
• Breakfast will be provided.

Frequently Asked Questions

Performer package registration closes on October 19; full registration closes on October 30.

Event times are TBD and will be announced once the game kickoff time becomes available.

You will receive football tickets and your quarter zip when you check in at one of our registration tables on UNC’s campus (time/location TBD).

Performers: The UNCBAA quarter zip included in your registration will be your gameday uniform. We ask that you wear the UNCBAA quarter zip over your clothing during any combined performance times (dependent on the weather).

Attendees are responsible for their own parking.

All football tickets for non-performers and guests will be in Section 211 in Kenan Stadium.

Additional Questions? Please reach out to us at [email protected] .

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Southwest National Parks

Journey with us into the awe-inspiring realm of the American Southwest, unveiling the mesmerizing geological marvels tucked within our treasured national parks. Traverse the timeless landscapes of the Grand Canyon, Bryce Canyon, and Zion, where the intricate dance of uplift and erosion has etched an extraordinary tapestry across the Southwest plateau. Delve into a world where hoodoos, slot canyons, arches, buttes, and mesas stretch across the horizon in a breathtaking display of nature's artistry.

Program Highlights

– Explore the Southwest’s natural wonders with a knowledgeable Orbridge Expedition Leader.

– Stay at lodges inside Grand Canyon National Park and other properties carefully selected for their rich histories, beautiful locations, and superb service and accommodations.

– Spend additional time in Grand Canyon National Park or choose to join an optional helicopter flightseeing excursion over the Grand Canyon (additional fee).

– Discover the sunbaked natural structures and sacred lands of Monument Valley.

– Witness the towering red rock cliffs lining the Colorado River during a rafting excursion in Glen Canyon.

– Behold the radiant colors and fluid-like patterns inside the walls of Antelope Canyon.

– Visit a traditional Navajo hogan, and set out on a 4-wheel drive tour through Monument Valley.

– Observe the monolithic hoodoos in Bryce Canyon National Park.

– Follow the paths of Ancestral Puebloans and pioneers at Zion National Park.

What's Included

• 8 nights accommodations
• 8 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 4 dinners including a welcome dinner, and a farewell reception
• Full guiding services of an Orbridge Expedition Leader as well as expert local guides
• Admission and park fees throughout
• All activities as described in the 9-day itinerary, unless noted otherwise
• Private deluxe motor coach with air conditioning and comfortable seating
• Luggage porterage
• Gratuities to Orbridge Expedition Leader, local guides, drivers, and porters
• Airport transfers for guests arriving and departing during the suggested times

Day 1: Arrive in Phoenix, AZ / Scottsdale   Wednesday, September 18, 2024 Settle at the hotel before departing for exploration of the beautiful Desert Botanical Gardens and an opportunity to meet your fellow travelers and Orbridge Expedition Leader. Enjoy a welcome dinner inside the gardens. Overnight: Scottsdale Marriott at McDowell Mountains (D)

Day 2: Scottsdale / Sedona / Grand Canyon National Park Thursday, September 19, 2024 After breakfast, travel north through the cactus-studded Sonoran Desert, arriving in Sedona. This picturesque town is a haven for artists and photographers who are dazzled by the landscape filled with remarkable red sandstone cliffs.

Continue to the Grand Canyon National Park—a UNESCO World Heritage Site—to marvel at the impressive views that make the park one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. Wander along the canyon rim and admire the West's famous Colorado River below.  

After checking in to the hotel, delight in the park's offerings at leisure before dining at one of the many on-site restaurants.  Overnight: Kachina Lodge (B)

Day 3: Grand Canyon National Park Friday, September 20, 2024 Following breakfast, spend free time exploring the park or take a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to fly over the heart of the Grand Canyon during an optional helicopter flightseeing excursion. (You may purchase this optional excursion in advance from our Guest Services team. Reserve early for best availability as space is limited.)

Grand Canyon National Park is enormous, with thousands of acres of land appealing to travelers' different interests. Walking/hiking and taking photographs are popular activities, and a great way to keep memories of the adventure vibrant. 

Visit well-known viewpoints, such as Mather Point and Grandview; take a guided program that explains the geologic and human history of the canyon; or walk the rim at sunset. Other potential options for enjoying the park include strolling the trail of time, learning about the history and formation of the Grand Canyon at the Yavapai Museum of Geology, and/or visiting the historic Kolb studio to learn about the art of the Grand Canyon. Overnight: Kachina Lodge (B)

Day 4: Grand Canyon National Park / Monument Valley, UT Saturday, September 21, 2024 After breakfast, enjoy the sites of Desert View as you leave the Grand Canyon and head towards the Navajo Nation. Continue to a lodge that's famous for its role in dozens of Old West movies, trade, and Navajo territory culture. Settle in and explore the collection of movie memorabilia and Native American artifacts in the Goulding’s Museum and Trading Post. 

Following lunch on your own at Goulding's Lodge, partake in a tour of Monument Valley. Board a 4x4 open-air vehicle to explore alongside a Navajo guide, viewing and listening to stories about the unique sandstone formations. 

Gain an authentic taste of Navajo cuisine at Goulding's Lodge this evening with a group dinner. Overnight: Goulding's Lodge (B,D)

Day 5: Monument Valley / Lake Powell, AZ Sunday, September 22, 2024 After breakfast,   depart this morning for the Navajo National Monument, followed by a tour of beautiful Antelope Slot Canyon. Have a camera ready to capture the otherworldly passageways of red-orange rock created by water erosion. These appear to be "flowing," and they reflect light in the most stunning ways.

Delight in lunch on your own in Page, Arizona before seeing the Glen Canyon Dam overlook and heading to the Lake Powell Resort for a group dinner. 

The evening is at leisure to relax and relish the property's amenities. Overnight: Lake Powell Resort (B,D)

Day 6: Lake Powell / Bryce Canyon National Park, UT Monday, September 23, 2024 Today's adventure includes a gentle raft trip floating down the Colorado River through nearby Glen Canyon. As you gaze at the 700- to 1,400-foot red rock cliffs overhead, watch for the California Condor. Stop to view 6,000-year-old petroglyphs, believed to have been carved by Ancestral Puebloans. 

Later, view the slow erosion of ages in Bryce Canyon National Park. Resembling castle towers and cathedral spires, the unique hoodoos rock formations are unforgettable. Watch the natural amphitheaters and canyons glow while wandering the rim. Overnight: The Lodge at Bryce Canyon (B,L,D)

Day 7: Bryce Canyon National Park / Zion National Park Tuesday, September 24, 2024 Today start the day with more touring of Bryce Canyon before heading to Zion National Park for a riverside walk.  Overnight: Zion Park Lodge (B)

Day 8: Zion National Park / Las Vegas, NV Wednesday, September 25, 2024 Hike to the Emerald Pools at Zion and spend the morning. Admire the wonders of Zion National Park independently with an array of hiking trails, or visit the Zion Human History Museum. Lunch is on your own before departing for Las Vegas and the farewell reception. Overnight: The Westin Las Vegas Hotel & Spa (B,R)

Day 9: Depart Las Vegas Thursday, September 26, 2024 After breakfast, guests departing during the suggested times take a complimentary transfer to Harry Reid International Airport (formerly McCarran International) for flights home. (B)

B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner, R = Reception

Activity Level

The majority of the program’s activities will take place outdoors, and a fair amount of walking on varying terrain is to be expected. Many of the parks have dirt trails—but they are usually fairly smooth for walking—and some do have paved pathways and boardwalks. It is our expectation that guests on this program are able to walk up and down a flight of stairs, and get in and out of a motor coach without assistance. If you are able to walk a mile at a moderate pace, you will be able to enjoy all of the excursions. Also keep in mind that you will experience varying altitudes, rising up to 9,000 feet, to which you may not be accustomed. Guests should also have the ability to embark and disembark a scenic raft, have proper fit into a life jacket, and be able to remain seated and balanced in the craft.

Optional Excursion(s)

Set out on a helicopter tour of the North, South and East rim including a flight over the confluence of the little Colorado River. Fly deeper into the canyon viewing immense buttes, majestic temples, and spectacular side canyons. This incredible sightseeing opportunity has minimal impact on the nature of this remarkable destination.

Aboard the helicopter, witness amazing landmarks while remaining conscious of the fragility of the environment. Discover awe-inspiring views of the Grand Canyon's eastern gorge aboard a first rate, environmentally-friendly EC130 aircraft complete with forward-facing stadium seating and a nearly 180-degree view. Enjoy unobstructed aerial sights of the colossal walls of the Grand Canyon, the rugged forests of the North Rim, and Dragon Corridor.

These are some of the widest and deepest regions of the Grand Canyon and offer guests the most comprehensive views and experiences only available from the air.

Helicopter Features:

• Fenestron tail rotor system and the latest in quiet aircraft technology, aiming to achieve a peaceful environment • Bose noise-canceling headphones provide guests with choreographed music and tour narrations • 23% larger cabins with wrap-around glass create 180 degrees of beautiful, unobstructed views • Forward-facing, raised platform, incredibly comfortable, theater-style seating • Air conditioned and temperature controlled for comfort

Normal Orbridge cancellation policies apply where optional excursions are non-refundable within 90 days of departure. Not all excursions listed may be available. Availability is subject to sufficient participation and weather conditions. You may purchase this optional excursion in advance from our Guest Services team. We recommend reserving early for best availability as space is limited. For flight excursions, weight and minimum age requirements apply, and individual dressed weight and birth date must be provided at time of booking.

Accommodations

Scottsdale marriott at mcdowell mountains.

September 18

Delight in the well-appointed comforts of this modern hotel, featuring breathtaking mountain views. Cool off in the outdoor pool, take advantage of the fitness center, or relax outside on the picturesque patio.

Room Amenities: Individual climate control, sofa, writing desk, flat-screen cable/satellite TV, Wi-Fi (additional fee), phone, clock, coffee and tea maker, minibar, mini-fridge, robes, iron and ironing board, and marble bathroom with sundries and hair dryer.

Kachina Lodge

September 19 - September 20

Contemporary Kachina Lodge sits on the rim of the Grand Canyon. The tiered design mimics the uppermost layers of rock in Grand Canyon. Its 49 guest rooms feature a comfortable, modern ambiance, and the property is within walking distance to restaurants, gifts shops, Kolb Studio, Verkamp’s Visitor Center, and Bright Angel Trail Head. Wi-Fi access is limited. 

Room Amenities: Flat-screen satellite TV, phone, safe, refrigerator, coffee maker, and en suite bathroom with sundries and hair dryer.

Goulding’s Lodge

September 21

Relax and savor the spectacular views of Monument Valley at Goulding's Lodge, a popular locale for Old West movies. Be sure to check out Goulding's Trading Post Museum, showcasing artifacts, artwork, and film memorabilia. Note: The lodge does not have an elevator.

Room Amenities: Individual climate control, flat-screen satellite TV, complimentary Wi-Fi (in most areas), mini-fridge, coffee maker, and en suite bathroom with sundries and hair dryer.

Lake Powell Resort

September 22

Located in Page, Arizona, the Lake Powell Resort offers comfortable lodging and first-rate dining. The property's lake-view rooms with Native American flair are an ideal retreat after a day full of adventurous fun. Sit back and take in views of Wahweap Bay, Lone Rock, Castle Rock, and breathtaking sunsets. Complimentary Wi-Fi access is available in the lobby or lounge.

Room Amenities: Individual climate control, cable TV, phone, mini-fridge, coffee and tea maker, and en suite bathroom with sundries and hair dryer.

The Lodge at Bryce Canyon

September 23

Situated just steps away from the rim of Bryce Canyon National Park, this property's recently remodeled rooms provide contemporary comforts in combination with an authentic western park experience. Wi-Fi is complimentary in the main lodge.

Room Amenities: Semi-private porch or balcony, phone, clock radio, microwave, mini-fridge, coffee maker, and en suite bathroom with sundries and hair dryer. (Guest rooms do not include a TV.)

Zion Park Lodge

September 24

The only in-park lodging at Zion National Park, the Zion Park Lodge is serenely nestled among towering red rock cliffs. Each guest room provides a warm, comfortable atmosphere, ensuring a memorable stay.

Room Amenities: Individual climate control, complimentary Wi-Fi, phone, radio/MP3 compatible alarm clock, coffee maker, iron and ironing board, and en suite bathroom with shower gel, shampoo, conditioner and hair dryer. (Guest rooms do not include a TV.)

The Westin Las Vegas Hotel & Spa

September 25

Welcome to the City of Lights! This stylish hotel —just off the Las Vegas Strip—features a non-smoking environment, modern guest rooms, outdoor heated pool, fitness studio, lobby lounge, and 24-hour bistro.

Room Amenities: Individual climate control, Heavenly® Bed, 42" flat-screen LCD cable TV, complimentary Wi-Fi, phone, coffee maker, safe, and en suite bathroom with deluxe Heavenly® Bath sundries and hair dryer.

Optional Pre-Tour

Denver to moab aboard rocky mountaineer.

Travel by rail from the mile-high city of Denver to the red rock formations of Moab by joining a luxury train journey to America's Southwest—a region steeped in history and full of opportunities to explore. Oversized windows and glass-domed coaches allow you to relax and soak in the magnificent scenery that includes colorful deserts, bewitching hoodoos, and natural archways. As the train winds alongside rivers, through mountain ranges and past ancient rock canyons, watch for wildlife like bighorn sheep, bears, mountain lions, deer and marmots. Entertaining stories from onboard hosts and comfortable travel combine with locally inspired cuisine to make this an unforgettable adventure. Off the train, enjoy nature with guided tours of Arches National Park and Canyonlands National Park. 

Day +1: Arrive in Denver, CO  Saturday, September 14, 2024 Settle into your hotel and relax before the exciting journey ahead.  Overnight: Magnolia Denver

Day +2: Denver | Rocky Mountaineer  | Glenwood Springs Sunday, September 15, 2024 Embark upon the Rocky Mountaineer  for two days of extraordinary landscapes between Denver and Moab. This rail route is filled with highlights best seen by train, including Ruby Canyon and Mount Logan. 

Pass the towering Rockies on the way to Glenwood Springs and celebrate crossing the Continental Divide with a sparkling wine toast. Later hear engaging stories of the region from on-board hosts and delight in a three-course lunch. Admire the scenery along the Colorado River through picturesque Byers Canyon and Gore Canyon. 

If desired, sip a signature cocktail upon approach of your overnight destination Glenwood Springs. This resort city sitting in the rugged Rocky Mountains is surrounded by the vast White River National Forest and is known the world over for its hot springs and outdoor adventures. Within the town's vibrant history, John Henry "Doc" Holliday traveled here in the late 1800s seeking a cure for his advanced tuberculosis. A museum bearing the name of this dentist-turned-gambler/gunfighter exists in the heart of downtown. Glenwood Springs also has a dynamic dining and entertainment scene. Disembark and explore town at your leisure. Overnight: Glenwood Springs Lodging (B,L)

Day +3: Glenwood Springs |  Rocky Mountaineer  | Moab, UT | Canyonlands National Park Monday, September 16, 2024 This morning board the Rocky Mountaineer  to continue the journey southwest for another day of awe-inspiring views of colorful archways and astounding rock formations. 

Savor a two-course hot breakfast while watching the morning light bounce off the magnificent Parachute Creek and Mount Logan. Take in the red rock formations lining the cliffs in Ruby Canyon and look for Mount Garfield. At 6,600 feet, it's the highest point of the Book Cliffs and easy to spot.

As the train approaches Moab notice the brilliant red sandstone backdrop and get an initial glimpse of iconic Arches National Park—a 73,234-acre wonderland of geological marvels. Depart the train and transfer to downtown Moab. 

After lunch on your own visit Canyonlands National Park—the largest national park in Utah—for guided sightseeing. Canyonlands' diverse landscape promises spectacular views of towering rock pinnacles and striking desert vistas. Over time the Colorado River and its tributaries have carved intricate buttes and river beds into this beautifully rugged terrain.

Later transfer to the property for an evening of free time at Red Cliffs. Overnight: Red Cliffs Lodge (B)

Day +4: Moab | Arches National Park | Moab Tuesday, September 17, 2024 Following breakfast set out for Arches National Park—featuring more than 2,000 natural sandstone arches. Observe the myriad of unusual rock formations, including Balanced Rock and the world famous Delicate Arch. See arch formations that include cliff-wall arches, free-standing arches, pothole arches and natural bridges. In addition there are 745 species of flora in Arches National Park. Hundreds of types of grasses, cacti, evergreens, deciduous trees, flowers and bushes have adapted to surviving in the harsh conditions.  Later enjoy both lunch and the afternoon on your own.  Overnight: Red Cliffs Lodge (B) 

Day +5: Moab | Grand Junction, CO | Flight to Phoenix, AZ | Main Program Begins   Wednesday, September 18, 2024 Following breakfast transfer to Grand Junction for the flight to Phoenix to join fellow travelers on the main program. (B)

B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner

Pre-tour space is limited. We recommend reserving early for best availability.

It is our expectation that guests on this program are able to walk a mile at a moderate pace, get in and out of a motor coach, and walk up a flight of stairs without assistance. Guests should be comfortable boarding and disembarking trains without assistance, and walking and moving between cars while the train is in motion. Activities take place at a high elevation.

Magnolia Denver

September 14

Close to Denver's downtown restaurants, shopping, and entertainment areas, the Magnolia Hotel Denver is a landmark edifice providing business and fitness centers, lounge, and comfortable guestrooms. 

Room Amenities: Individual climate control, writing desk and chair,  flat-screen TV, complimentary standard Wi-Fi, phone, coffee and tea maker, safe, iron and ironing board, and en suite bathroom with premium sundries and hair dryer.

Glenwood Springs

September 15

Accommodations in Glenwood Springs are determined by Rocky Mountaineer . Glenwood Springs' properties are considered moderate two- or three-star hotels or motor inns, satisfy our standards of cleanliness and comfort, and are the best available in the area. 

Glenwood Springs is a town that’s easy to navigate. The charming downtown area—close to hotels, restaurants and attractions—is walking friendly. Browse exclusive boutiques and choose among restaurants to satisfy a taste for a delicious burger, hometown micro brew, or fine dining with a glass of hearty wine.

Red Cliffs Lodge

September 16 - September 17

Located in Moab, Red Cliffs Lodge is a true example of an Old West-style property with modern amenities. Nestled on the banks of the Colorado River, enjoy the panoramic views of the surrounding 2,000-foot sheer red rock cliffs.

Cool off in the swimming pool, take a dip in the hot tub, or enjoy a game of tennis, volleyball, or horseshoes. And don’t forget to check out the Moab Museum of Film and Western Heritage, featuring 100 years of colorful cowboy life and history alongside Hollywood movie memorabilia dating back to the late 1930s.

Room Amenities: Individual climate control, private patio, kitchen area, TV, DSL internet connection, phone, coffee maker, and en suite bathroom with sundries and hair dryer.

Note: The lodge does not have an elevator.

• 1 night at the Magnolia Denver (or similar)
• 1 night in Glenwood Springs (hotel determined by Rocky Mountaineer )
• 2 nights at Red Cliffs Lodge (or similar)
• 4 breakfasts and 1 lunch
• Alcoholic beverages while aboard the train 
• Rocky Mountaineer rail transport with SilverLeaf or SilverLeaf Plus service †
• Guiding services of an Orbridge Expedition Leader
• Admission to, and guided touring of, Arches and Canyonlands National Parks
• Private transportation for included park activities
• Gratuities to Rocky Mountaineer staff, local guides, drivers and porters
• Internal airfare from Grand Junction to Phoenix including luggage fees for one regular-sized bag (under 50 pounds)
• Airport transfer for guests arriving during the suggested times

† The upgrade to SilverLeaf Plus provides access to a lounge car with an outdoor viewing area, enhanced meals and premium alcohol. It also includes a room category upgrade in Moab to a Riverside Cabin.

Terms and Conditions

THE FOLLOWING TERMS AND CONDITIONS ARE EFFECTIVE OCTOBER 1, 2022.

Note: Travel credits and transfers are subject to the Terms and Conditions agreed upon at the time of the original reservation.

ORBRIDGE® TERMS AND CONDITIONS, RELEASE AND BINDING ARBITRATION AGREEMENT

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This Agreement includes contractual terms and conditions and releases Orbridge, LLC from liability. Any payment to Orbridge, including but not limited to deposits or full payments, constitutes your acknowledgement of, and agreement to, this Terms and Conditions, Release and Binding Arbitration Agreement Orbridge set forth below and in subsequent tour documents.

Limitation of Responsibility. Orbridge LLC, its shareholders, directors, officers, employees and affiliates (collectively, “Orbridge”), does not own or operate any entity that provides goods or services for your trip including, for example, ownership or control over hotels or other lodging facilities, airline, vessel, bus, van or other transportation companies, local ground operators, providers or organizers of optional excursions or equipment used thereon, food service or entertainment providers, etc., even if they use the “Orbridge LLC” or “Orbridge” name. All such persons and entities are independent contractors. As a result, Orbridge is not liable for any negligent or willful act or failure to act of any such person or entity, or of any other third party. Without limitation, Orbridge is not responsible for any injury, loss, or damage to person or property, death, delay or inconvenience (collectively, “losses”) in connection with the provision of any goods or services occasioned by or resulting from, but not limited to, acts of God, acts of government, force majeure, acts of war or civil unrest, insurrection or revolt, strikes or other labor activities, criminal or terrorist activities of any kind, or the threat thereof, overbooking or downgrading of accommodations, structural or other defective conditions in hotels or other lodging or vessel facilities, mechanical or other failure of airplanes or other means of transportation or for any failure of any transportation mechanism to arrive or depart timely or safely, dangers associated with or bites from animals, pests or insects, marine life or vegetation of any sort, dangers incident to recreational activities such as scuba diving, snorkeling, paddle boarding, surfing, swimming, kayaking, sailing, canoeing, rafting, hiking, bicycling, rock climbing, etc., sanitation problems, food poisoning, lack of access to or quality of medical care, difficulty in evacuation in case of a medical or other emergency, illness, epidemics, pandemics or the threat thereof or for any other cause beyond the direct control of Orbridge. In addition, I release Orbridge from its own negligence and assume all risk thereof.

Rates. Program rates are based on minimum participation levels, current fares and costs (air, water, land, rail), tariffs and currency values. While Orbridge does everything possible to maintain the listed program rates, they are subject to change effective immediately upon posting unless otherwise specified by Orbridge. In the case of invoicing errors, we reserve the right to re-invoice with the correct pricing.

Reservations, Deposits and Final Payment. To secure your reservation, deposits are due upon placing a reservation as follows: (1) $850 per person per program and $500 per person per pre-tour and/or post-tour except for programs noted in (2) and (3); (2) $2,500 per person for Antarctica Discovery and African Expedition and $500 per person per pre-tour and/or post-tour; (3) a non-refundable $750 per person is due for Tanzania Wildlife Safari’s Rwanda pre-tour. Orbridge accepts payment by check, automated clearing house (“ACH”), wire transfer or major credit card. 

Final payment, including any pre-tour and/or post-tour, optional excursion(s) fees and optional electives, is due for: (1) all programs except Antarctica Discovery and African Expedition—no later than 90 days prior to the program’s scheduled departure date; (2) Antarctica Discovery and African Expedition—no later than 195 days prior to the program’s scheduled departure date. 

If your reservation is made between the final payment due date and the program’s scheduled departure date, the full cost of the program, plus any pre-tour and/or post-tour, optional excursion(s) fees and optional electives, is due at the time of registration. 

If final payment is not received by Orbridge by the final payment due date, Orbridge may, at any time and with or without notice, cancel your reservation in its sole discretion with no right of refund.

Reservation Grace Period. Reservations made no sooner than 120 days prior to all programs’ scheduled departure date, except Antarctica and African Expedition, and no sooner than 225 days prior to Antarctica’s and African Expedition’s departure date may be cancelled within 30 days following the reservation date (“Grace Period”) for a full refund.

All payments made for Tanzania Wildlife Safari’s Rwanda pre-tour are non-transferrable and non-refundable.

Notice of termination must be received by Orbridge during the Grace Period and provided in writing either via email or mailed letter. The date of receipt will be used for the effective date.

Reservation Changes.  Reservation changes (including, but not limited to, name changes) are subject to availability and cannot be guaranteed. Reservation changes will not incur an administration fee except in the following cases: 1) Reservation changes completed 90 or fewer days from the program’s scheduled departure date for all programs except Antarctica and African Expedition will incur a $150 administrative fee plus any third-party penalties and/or charges. 2) Reservation changes completed 195 or fewer days from the program’s scheduled departure date for Antarctica Discovery and African Expedition will incur a $150 administrative fee plus any third-party penalties and/or charges. In addition, any reservation changed from double occupancy to single occupancy will be charged the single occupancy rate, which will be due at the time of final payment or upon receipt of an updated invoice if received after the tour’s final payment due date.

Reservation Cancellation and Refunds. Notice of cancellation must be submitted to Orbridge in writing either via email or mailed letter. The date of receipt will be used for the effective date and the cancellation will be processed as follows:

(a) For all programs except those noted in (b) and (c), if the cancellation notice is received by Orbridge more than 90 days prior to the program’s scheduled departure date, all monies paid to Orbridge for the main program and for any pre-tour and/or post-tour will be refunded less an administrative fee of $350 per person for the main program and $200 per person for a pre-tour and/or post-tour. If the cancellation notice is received by Orbridge between 90 and 76 days prior to the scheduled departure date, a 25% cancellation fee will be applied to the full cost of the program, including any pre-tour and/or post-tour, optional excursion(s) fees and optional electives, and the balance will be refunded. If the cancellation notice is received by Orbridge between 75 and 61 days prior to the scheduled departure date, a 50% cancellation fee will be applied to the full cost of the program, including any pre-tour and/or post-tour, optional excursion(s) fees and optional electives, and the balance will be refunded. If the cancellation notice is received by Orbridge between 60 and 46 days prior to the scheduled departure date, a 75% cancellation fee will be applied to the full cost of the program, including any pre-tour and/or post-tour, optional excursion(s) fees and optional electives, and the balance will be refunded. If the cancellation notice is received by Orbridge within 45 days prior to the scheduled departure date, a 100% cancellation fee will be applied to the full cost of the program, including any pre-tour and/or post-tour, optional excursion(s) fees and optional electives.

(b) For Antarctica Discovery and African Expedition, if the cancellation notice is received by Orbridge more than 195 days prior to the scheduled departure date, all monies paid to Orbridge for the main program and for any pre-tour and/or post-tour will be refunded less an administrative fee of $950 per person for the main program and $200 per person for a pre-tour and/or post-tour. If the cancellation notice is received by Orbridge between 195 and 150 days prior to the scheduled departure date, a 25% cancellation fee will be applied to the full cost of the program, including any pre-tour and/or post-tour, optional excursion(s) fees and optional electives, and the balance will be refunded. If the cancellation notice is received by Orbridge between 149 and 120 days prior to the scheduled departure date, a 50% cancellation fee will be applied to the full cost of the program, including any pre-tour and/or post-tour, optional excursion(s) fees and optional electives, and the balance will be refunded. If the cancellation notice is received by Orbridge within 119 days prior to the scheduled departure date, a 100% cancellation fee will be applied to the full cost of the program, including any pre-tour and/or post-tour, optional excursion(s) fees and optional electives. 

(c) All payments made for Tanzania Wildlife Safari’s Rwanda pre-tour are non-refundable. 

A 100% cancellation fee applies to all non-refundable airfare. Refunds, if any, will be processed within 30 days of our receipt of your written notice.

Travel Insurance. Orbridge strongly recommends that you purchase travel and cancellation insurance to protect your investment in the event of unexpected or unforeseen circumstances. In addition, we recommend that you consider obtaining a policy(ies) that will cover emergency medical evacuation insurance and cancel for any reason insurance. Travel and cancellation insurance policies and dates by which policies must be purchased vary by provider/insurer, maximum coverage (including cancel for any reason) is generally only available for purchase within 14 days of your reservation being confirmed. It is advised to determine your insurance needs and make necessary arrangements soon after reserving on tour. If you do not have, but are interested in purchasing, travel and cancellation insurance please contact us.

Program Cancellations or Postponements.  All programs are subject to cancellation or postponement by Orbridge prior to the scheduled departure date for reasons such as, but not limited to, insufficient participation, or logistical problems that, in Orbridge’s sole judgment, may impede program operations or represent conditions or events that may expose program guests and/or Orbridge to undue risk of harm, injury, damage or inconvenience. In the event of program cancellation or postponement by Orbridge, Orbridge may offer you alternative arrangements such as the option to join the same tour on a different date or a different tour. If the price of your alternative booking is lower than your original booking price, Orbridge will refund the difference within 30 days of the alternative program’s departure date. If it is higher than your original booking price, Orbridge will invoice you the difference and you will be responsible therefor. Transferred guests are subject to the terms of the original tour. Except for force majeure, if a program is cancelled or postponed by Orbridge, Orbridge will refund all payments made within 30 days of notice of program cancellation or postponement if an alternative arrangement is not offered.

Itineraries. Accommodations, the itinerary, travel directors or expedition leaders, lecturers, hosts, faculty or organization representative, and arranged excursions are subject to change or substitution at any time due to unforeseen circumstances or circumstances beyond Orbridge’s control. Reasonable efforts will be made to operate programs as planned, however adjustments, substitutions and changes may occur after the final itinerary has been issued. Orbridge may, in its sole discretion, withdraw a program or any part of it, make such alterations or substitutions to the itinerary or program inclusions as it deems necessary or desirable, and pass on to program participants any expenditures or additional costs caused by any such adjustments, or by delays or events beyond its reasonable control.

Not Included. Unless otherwise specifically noted in the itinerary, program prices do not include the following expenses, which if applicable are your sole responsibility to pay and satisfy: trip cancellation insurance and passenger travel protection plan; domestic, international, and internal airfares except as indicated in program inclusions; transfers and luggage handling fees except in connection with scheduled group flights; costs associated with obtaining passports or entry visas; airport departure taxes; airline ticketing fees; airport transfers when arriving/departing on other than scheduled group dates; excess baggage charges; any new value added taxes or other taxes added to program costs by applicable governmental authorities; gratuities to drivers, guides, or ship’s crew not specified; meals and beverages other than those specified as being included in the itinerary; sightseeing not included in the itinerary; personal expenses such as laundry, communication charges and optional activities (which are subject to availability); ship, air, or transportation fuel surcharges, if applicable; any items not on the “included” list of the tour documents.

Health and Fitness to Travel. Through your participation in your tour, you assume responsibility for your own health, safety, and welfare and acknowledge that Orbridge cannot absolutely guarantee your safety or health. Your physician can provide guidance on your personal health risk and precautions to take while traveling. Some programs include physically active elements. To enjoy these programs as intended, a minimum level of fitness is required and Orbridge will require all guests to follow local, state, national and/or World Health Organization health and safety mandates. Accordingly, you must be in good physical and mental condition to participate. You represent that you have no physical, mental or other condition, impairment or disability that may or will cause or create a risk of injury or other hazard to yourself or others in respect to any aspect of the program you have selected. Orbridge may, in its sole discretion, limit, restrict or prohibit from participation in any aspect of any program any individual that it considers in its sole discretion to be impaired or unsuitable due to fitness level. In addition, Orbridge may, in its sole discretion and at the participant’s sole expense, remove the guest from the program, or restrict the program-related activities of any individual whose physical or mental condition may or is likely to cause a hazard to himself/herself or others, or otherwise impair the enjoyment of other program participants. Any physical condition requiring special attention, diet, or treatment must be reported in writing to Orbridge at the time a program reservation is made. Should you have any questions or need any clarification about a specific program, please ask for details at the time of registration. Orbridge will try to accommodate your situation if possible. 

Accessibility. Orbridge cannot guarantee that the transportation, lodging, and entertainment/sightseeing accommodations will be accessible to all persons regardless of their physical and mental condition. In addition, many of the activities involved in each program include walking or the like for some distance on uneven ground or pavement or moving water as well as the ability to walk up and down stairs without assistance. Should any individuals seeking to participate in a travel opportunity need special accommodations to ensure their enjoyment of the trip, kindly provide notice at the time the reservation is submitted, and we will see if your participation is feasible. Please understand that the Americans with Disabilities Act is inapplicable outside the United States. 

At the time of reservation, Orbridge needs to be notified to determine if the special needs of an individual traveler can be met through special arrangements. It is possible that minor modifications to the services can be provided, but only if Orbridge is made specifically aware of anticipated needs. This notification should be made in writing no less than two weeks prior to the planned travel. Neither Orbridge nor any of the providers of transportation, lodging, or other services can provide special accommodations without this advance notice. 

Where an individual with certain specific needs will be traveling with a group, it is necessary for other members of that person’s group to be available to assist as necessary. Neither employees of Orbridge nor any suppliers of services can allow any of their employees to provide physical assistance to any guests. 

Travel Advisories. The State Department and the Centers for Disease Control periodically issue statements and advisories about risks to travelers. These statements are country specific and contain important information. The State Department information can be found at www.travel.state.gov , and the CDC statements can be found at www.cdc.gov . Orbridge highly recommends everyone to review these sites. 

Children. Orbridge welcomes the participation of children in most of its programs. However, in the event you do include your children or other minors for whom you serve as legal guardian (“Dependents”) in your travel plans, you hereby agree that you are and shall be at all times solely responsible for their care, actions, safety and protection during the program and any pre-tour and/or post-tour. Should you have any questions whether a particular program or inclusion is possible or suitable for your Dependent(s), please contact us. 

Baggage. Program rates include the price of one piece of policy-compliant baggage per person during the land, cruise or rail portion of the program only unless specified in the itinerary. Air carriers and motor coaches often impose significant other restrictions or limitations on the number of pieces, size and weight of luggage and may reject or impose additional fees on luggage exceeding such limitations or restrictions. All such fees are your sole cost and responsibility. In addition and regardless of location or transportation method, your baggage and personal effects are and shall at all times be at your sole risk throughout the entire program. Please check with your air carrier for other applicable baggage restrictions and limitations. 

Travel Documents. All guests are responsible for possessing and maintaining necessary travel documents. These documents shall be valid under state and federal law and as required by foreign countries being visited. Orbridge is not responsible for invalid travel documents and repercussions thereof. 

For U.S. citizens, valid passports are required for travel to foreign destinations and some countries require specific visas prior to entry. Please direct any questions in respect to visa requirements to Orbridge, which shall use commercially reasonable efforts to provide answers as a courtesy, provided that it shall remain your sole responsibility and obligation to obtain and verify that you have all required travel documents, including visas, necessary and appropriate for the program location(s) and sufficient blank pages in your passport for visas and immigration stamps. In addition, some countries require your passport to have an expiry date of not less than six months after your anticipated return to the United States. Orbridge disclaims all liability for any expenses or costs you may incur due to your prohibition or restriction from entering a country on the program itinerary or reentering the United States at the conclusion of the program. If travel documents fail to meet these requirements, boarding of aircraft or ship to any international destination may be denied and entry into such countries may be denied.

Photos and Videos. Orbridge may take photographs and/or video of its trips and participant grants Orbridge permission to do so and for it to use such for promotional or commercial use without payment of any compensation to participant. In addition, Orbridge may use, without compensation, any photographs or video taken by tour participants and submitted to Orbridge or to SmugMug without payment of any compensation. In submitting any such photographs or videos to Orbridge or SmugMug, participant warrants that he or she took the image and that the dissemination of same does not violate the copyright rights of any person.

Data Rights, Permissions. Data collected and/or derived by Orbridge resulting from your use of the Website is the sole and exclusive property of Orbridge and may be used in any manner consistent with its Privacy Policy located on Orbridge’s website. By submitting to Orbridge a digital or hard copy form that includes your personal contact information, including without limitation, your email address and telephone number(s), you give Orbridge and any other entity identified on the form permission to use that information to contact you and as otherwise may be described on the form and/or in the Privacy Policy.

Other. Dates, program details and costs are based on tariffs, exchange rates and other information current at the time of printing, but are subject to change at any time. While we do not anticipate material revisions of the itinerary or its included features, we do reserve the right to substitute accommodations or modes of transportation and to make any changes in the itinerary Orbridge, in its sole discretion, deems necessary and in that case any additional expense or cost will be paid by the individual guest. Your baggage and personal effects are your sole responsibility at all times. It is prohibited by federal law and Orbridge policy to bring illegal drugs, firearms, or other contraband (including marijuana for medical or recreational purposes) on any program.

Orbridge may at any time and without notice modify these terms and conditions, and any modification so made will be effective for all reservations made from and after the posted Effective Date.

In the event any term in these terms and conditions is deemed unenforceable the unenforceable clause shall be interpreted to give effect to the parties’ intentions to the greatest enforceable extent, and all other provisions hereof shall remain fully enforceable according to their terms.

Binding Arbitration. I agree that any dispute concerning, relating, or referring to this contract, the brochure, or any other literature concerning my trip, or the trip itself shall be resolved exclusively by binding arbitration in Seattle, Washington, either according to the then existing commercial rules of the American Arbitration Association or pursuant to the Comprehensive Arbitration Rules & Procedures of the Judicial Arbitration and Mediation Services, Inc. (JAMS). Such proceedings will be governed by substantive (but not procedural) Washington law. The arbitrator and not any federal, state, or local court or agency shall have exclusive authority to resolve any dispute relating to the interpretation, applicability, enforceability, conscionability, or formation of this contract, including but not limited to any claim that all or any part of this contract is void or voidable. By agreeing to these terms and conditions, both parties are waiving their right to a trial by jury. Any arbitration commenced against Orbridge must be on behalf of only the individual(s) to this Agreement and his or her immediate family members traveling with them, such as a spouse or child. Under no circumstances can participant be part of a class or other joint action.

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Gillings alumni establish fund in memory of Michol Dawson to support global health student practica, prioritizing African countries and North Carolina.

The impact of climate change may evoke images of extreme weather, wildfires and floods, but for those without stable housing or sanitation infrastructure, even small increases in average rainfall and temperature can have disastrous consequences.

As classmates at UNC’s Kenan-Flagler Business School, Michol Dawson, BSPH (1999), MBA , and David Amuda, MBA , seized the opportunity to study and visit other countries as part of Kenan-Flagler’s global immersion program. Their love for travel continued as their friendship grew into more: they got engaged on vacation in Hawaii, got married in 2008 and moved to David’s home state of California.

And over the 21-plus years since they first met, they visited all six inhabited continents. When they weren’t crisscrossing the globe, Michol (pronounced Mitchell ) cared for patients in the Sleep Disorders Center at Providence St. Joseph Hospital in Orange, California. She worked there for 10 years and eventually became supervisor after quitting her corporate job to further her education and pursue her passion for health care.

“I’m convinced that in a former life she was a travel agent — she loved looking up destinations, always did a ton of research and acquired knowledge about a place to the level that she was practically a local,” says David, adding that Michol’s natural affinity for research led her to minor in information and library sciences while at UNC. “Whether it was Machu Picchu or the Australian outback, we did a lot of wonderful things together. And, in retrospect, I’m so glad we did, because tomorrow is not promised.”

“During that first week without her, I thought a lot about her unfulfilled work. I wanted to pay it forward to help those in the future pursue their dreams — particularly in public health — like she had the opportunity to do.”

— David Amuda, MBA

Michol unexpectedly passed away in May 2022, barely two weeks after her 45th birthday. Even amid his shock and grief, David drew inspiration from his beloved wife. “During that first week without her, I thought a lot about her unfulfilled work. I wanted to pay it forward to help those in the future pursue their dreams — particularly in public health — like she had the opportunity to do.”

David and Michol made it a tradition to donate annually to Carolina as a way to stay connected to the school and to reflect on their experiences there. But David and his father-in-law, Harold Dawson, wanting to make a more lasting impact, decided to establish a new endowment fund at Gillings in Michol’s memory: The Michol Anne Dawson Student Acceleration Fund.

They decided the fund should support student practica in global health after learning that several students traveled to some of the same countries — particularly in Africa — that David and Michol had loved to explore. “I found out there was a student working in Tanzania and immediately thought that Michol would love to be associated with that work,” David says. “That was the spark.”

Tanzania held a special place their hearts, as Michol had organized a safari trip in 2017 to Tanzania and Kenya for Harold, David and herself. “We saw all the animals you could see in the Serengeti,” says Harold, reminiscing about lions feeding on cape buffalo just 10 feet from their vehicle and about being cautioned by a Masai guide not to get too close to an elephant and her calf. “I had always wanted to go on safari — to be immersed in nature and get a better understanding of the animals. It was really something.”

It was just like Michol to plan a trip that would mean a lot to her father. Her thoughtfulness and compassion for others were well-known to her family, friends and colleagues. “She was always taking care of people, listening to their problems and trying to help,” Harold says. “That was just her personality, and that guided her to move in the direction she ultimately moved in with her career. She cared about helping people.”

The Michol Anne Dawson Student Acceleration Fund supports research, travel, practice and dissertation projects — or other needs that allow students to apply knowledge beyond the classroom. Preference is given to work focused on global public health issues that affect African countries and/or North Carolina. Donate online: go.unc.edu/MicholAnneDawson

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The Provost Award for Travel Fall Competition deadlines are approaching , for travel taking place from October 2023 to April 2024. Please note: The deadlines fall on different days of the week than in prior years.

•  Notice of Intent to apply due: Tuesday, Sept. 19.
• Application release date: Wednesday, Sept. 20.
• Applications are due in Faculty Success on Tuesday, Sept. 26.

The Provost Award for Travel supports the cost of travel to present, perform or exhibit scholarly or creative works, specifically in the form of juried or invited presentations/performances. Funding is available to full-time instructional faculty members through a competitive internal grant process.

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Latinx alumna’s gift enables student travel

Double Tar Heel Maribel Carrion established the Carrion Global Experiences Fund to open more opportunities to see the world.

Carolina double alumna and staff member Maribel Carrion ’77, ’86 (MBA) established the first endowed fund at the Carolina Latinx Center. The Carrion Global Experiences Fund provides students with opportunities to travel abroad and participate in global experiences.

The Carolina Latinx Center provides students, faculty and staff the opportunity to explore Latinx cultures, histories and traditions and to use that understanding to work across racial and ethnic communities in North Carolina, the country and the world. The center supports UNC-Chapel Hill’s Latinx communities and allies and educates the campus and beyond through engagement, scholarship, cultural awareness and public service.

Carrion, an avid supporter of the Carolina Latinx Center, the Carolina Performing Arts Student Ticket Angel Fund and Global Take Off: Puerto Rico, also gives back by volunteering in a number of areas on campus, including as a member of the UNC-Chapel Hill Board of Visitors, the CPA Advisory Board, the Chancellor’s Global Leadership Council, the Alumni Committee on Racial & Ethnic Diversity and the Carolina Latinx Center Board.

The impact that studying abroad had on Carrion’s sister inspired her to establish this endowment. Carrion said the experience changed her sister’s worldview in meaningful and powerful ways. “When you find something you really want to help with, you find a way to make it happen,” said Carrion. “Seeing the impact my gifts have had on students’ lives just makes me want to do more.”

Born in San Juan, Puerto Rico, Carrion grew up in a military family and lived in the United States, Germany and Panama before she came to UNC-Chapel Hill to study mathematics. She later obtained her MBA from UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School and went on to a multinational career in software development. Thirty years later, she returned to Chapel Hill, and she is now the executive director of student administration and enterprise reporting in UNC’s Information Technology Services department.

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Jill Hamm, the William C. Friday Distinguished Professor of Education, has been appointed interim dean of the UNC School of Education.

Hamm, who will begin serving as interim dean May 15, replaces Fouad Abd-El-Khalick, whose tenure ends June 30 and who has been named provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. (See “Education Dean Named Provost at UMass,” May/June 2024 Review. )

“Fouad has invested tremendously in the UNC School of Education and its people over the past eight years, and he is leaving us with positive momentum to continue to grow,” Hamm said in a statement. “While we have accomplished many great things under his leadership, we are not done. We will continue our upward trajectory, and I am honored to lead the School in that growth.”

Hamm, associate dean for research and faculty development, has been a faculty member in applied developmental science since 1999 and was named the inaugural associate dean for research and faculty development in 2017. As associate dean, Hamm oversaw growth of the school’s annual research expenditures from $6.2 million in 2016 to $22.2 million in 2023, according to the school.

Hamm’s research focuses on early adolescents’ social, behavioral and academic adjustment, with an emphasis on peer relations in successful school adaptation. She has authored or co-authored more than 50 peer-reviewed papers and has served as principal investigator or co-principal investigator on funded research totaling more than $18 million. Hamm currently co-leads a $1.5 million collaborative research grant — funded by the National Science Foundation — with Horizon Research Inc., a Chapel Hill-based company that improves STEM education through research.

Hamm is a past associate editor of the Journal of Applied Developmental Psychology and previously directed the Social Development Intervention Research Program at the Center for Developmental Science at UNC. She holds a doctorate and master of science degree in educational psychology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

Hamm will be replaced by Jeffrey A. Greene, McMichael Distinguished Professor, who has been a member of the faculty since 2007 and specializes in leveraging the science of learning to improve critical thinking in online and technology-driven environments.

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We have a nearly 7 hour stopover and will be staying at the airport. Is there anything to keep kids busy at the airport?

The kids' age ranges are 8-13.

7 hours of looking at airplanes, there's shopping and restaurants, but I don't recall much in the way of activities for children

Found this...not great or much for 7 hours...

http://www.svo.aero/en/mother-and-child/mother-and-child-d/

This lounge in terminal F has big fish tanks, computers to play games. Children under 2 years are admitted free - Separate children's play room available - Games room available https://www.loungeclub.com/en/our-lounges/lounge-detail/SVO8

And this response differs how from my providing the link???

My link has facilities for older children, since we are not talking about kindergarden types of activities.

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