Carolina MPA Digest 10/16/20
Carolina MPA Student Digest:
Carolina MPA Calendar

  • October 22-24: MPA Immersion
  • October 29: MPA Alumni & Student Virtual Happy Hour, 7:30 PM EDT (info below)
  • November 30: Registration for January/Spring 2021 Term
  • January 4, 2021: January term online courses begin
  • January 19, 2021: Spring residential classes begin
Ruth Pritchard Makes Lasting Changes at PWE
Online format student Ruth Wofford Pritchard is currently in her Professional Work Experience (PWE) at Alamance Medical Ministry. As part of her work with the group, she recently used her artistic talents to make new bilingual signage for their community wellbeing garden.

Her supervisor, Melanie Rankin, said, "We were looking into the costs to pay a company to create new signs and Ruthie said, “before you spend that money, let me take a stab at.” Not only did she save us money, but these are so much better! They add so much character to our community garden."

These signs (only a few of which are pictured here!) will benefit the garden long past Ruth's PWE tenure, and give us the opportunity to see her varied talents.

We love to share the good work our students are doing in communities across the United States! If you have PWE work, research, etc., to share, please email Elizabeth Langefeld.
Preferred Pronouns and Gender Identity Options Available for Students

“An inclusive blue begins with you.” The message is front and center on the University Office for Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) home page and, earlier this summer, as part of this larger diversity and inclusiveness initiative, ConnectCarolina added a new page to give students the option to designate preferred pronouns and preferred gender identity (Personal Information tile > Pronouns/Gender Identity).

"Carolina is taking actions that speak for our intentions. We will work together to create and sustain the kind of community where all feel welcomed, respected and free to pursue their goals and dreams. We are committed to coordinated processes and programs that celebrate all forms of diversity and build upon Carolina’s equitable and inclusive learning environment.”
Kevin Guskiewicz, Chancellor, University of North Carolina
Right now, the information is only available on the Pronoun/Gender Identity page in ConnectCarolina, but in the coming months, you'll see the preferred pronouns displayed alongside preferred names in other locations. The Office of the University Registrar (OUR) is working with students and campus partners to define other areas where this information will appear.  
Peoplesoft, the software system that ConnectCarolina is built on, does not offer the Preferred Pronoun/Gender Identity option in the HR/Payroll system for employees, but we continue to advocate for it and will enable it once it's available.
"The use of Preferred Gender/Pronoun is a small step toward inclusion on our campus and it further supports the guiding principles for the Registrar, ITS, Student Affairs and the University. This is the first step in what we hope will be many phases of improved recognition and acknowledgment of all members of our campus community.” Chris Williams, Student Affairs IT Director
SOG Debuts Race & Justice Video
The Courts Group at the UNC School of Government recently debuted a new video hearing the perspectives of judges in North Carolina on Race and Justice. The entire faculty and staff viewed the video recently at a meeting, and we wanted to share these stories with our students as well.
Invite Friends and Colleagues to the MPA Open House!
Many of our applicants come by word of mouth! You, our students, are our best advertisements. The work you are doing impresses your friends and colleagues. If they have mentioned they should follow in your footsteps, please send them the information below! We'd love to have them join us on October 26 for a virtual open house.
 


Virtual Carolina MPA Alumni Happy Hour
October 29, 2020
 
Fall has fallen, so let's find some time to connect! 
Grab a snack and your favorite beverage, and join us for a cohort-themed networking hour. Navigate between cohort breakout rooms while engaging in conversations with fellow Carolina MPA alumni, students, faculty, and staff from across town and the world.  We've scheduled this to better accommodate alumni and students out West.

Please register so that we have an idea which cohorts will be represented.

October 29, 2020
7:30-8:30pm, EDT 
(that's daylight savings)

We look forward to seeing you, significant others, children, roommates, and pets, Thursday, October 29th!
If you have problems logging in, text (919.9036966) or email Brandon.

Carolina MPA together. Carolina MPA strong. 
Keys to Economic Recovery from COVID-19
What strategies will help local economies recover more quickly from the COVID-19 pandemic? The ncIMPACT Initiative at the UNC School of Government and NCGrowth at the Kenan Institute for Private Enterprise are collaborating on a project to assess the short term impacts of local factors and local government actions that aim to help people feel safe engaging in activities that improve the economy.
Register for a free series of webinars where we will share what we learn and collect your input as the project progresses. Let's dive into the data and learn from each other as we navigate next steps in North Carolina. 
Upcoming Webinar Dates:
October 28: Innovations in the Face of Crisis
November 18: Collaborations in the Face of Crisis
January 27: Using Data to Drive Decisions in the Face of Crisis
All webinars begin at 2:00 p.m. EST
This project is supported by the North Carolina Policy Collaboratory at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with funding from the North Carolina Coronavirus Relief Fund established and appropriated by the North Carolina General Assembly.

Learn more and register once for the series at: https://go.unc.edu/s2N4T
UNC Libraries Will Now Mail Items to Students!

Today the University Libraries launched a new service of delivering UNC-owned items to our borrowers by mail at no cost, return shipping included. Please share this announcement with UNC graduate students. Read more details here: https://library.unc.edu/2020/10/delivery-by-mail-service/
Who is eligible?
  • UNC faculty, staff and students
  • Must live within the continental U.S.
  • Must have an active ONYEN
  • UNC Library Borrowers Card holders, Non-affiliates
  • Must have an active borrower's account
  • Must live within 50 miles of UNC Chapel Hill campus (FYI over 90% of our non-affiliates live within 50 miles)
Why are we doing this?
  • This service supports Carolina Away
  • It also supports all Libraries patrons locally who cannot or prefer not to come to campus to retrieve items
What items can be mailed?
  • This service applies to most circulating materials that the University Libraries owns  
What items cannot be mailed?
  • Interlibrary Loan materials (things we do not own)
  • Media
  • Equipment
How long can patrons keep mailed items?
  • Loan periods have not changed.
  • To account for additional time shipping materials to/from the library, we have increased the numbers of possible renewals for patrons. 
How to request?
  • Patrons request items just as they currently do - affiliates use the ILLiad request form, non-affiliates use the non-affiliate form
  • On these forms, a new "Pickup location" has been added called "Delivery by Mail."
  • Patrons select this new location and should verify that we have their current mailing address on file. There is text on the form with this information.
 
University & Beyond Events
  • Virtual Opportunities to engage:
  • UNC Remembers Davie Poplar Seedlines across state on University Day
  • October 19-23: University Research Week
  • October 19-29: UNC System Race & Equity Taskforce Virtual Town Halls
  • October 20: Free Speech on Campus
  • October: 23: YNPN Virtual Halloween Cocktail Class
  • October 29: Masters & Doctoral Virtual Career Fair
  • Coaching Coaches and ADHD Support Groups available!
  • Participatory Defense and Staying Safe while Voting
  • Volunteer & Professional Development Opportunities
  • Apply for the P.E.O. International Peace Scholarship
  • Apply for the Hillsborough Board of Adjustment
  • Apply for the Orange United Transportation Board
  • Register now for the NECoPA Virtual Conference, Held November 6-7
  • Register Now for the NCLGBA Virtual Conference, held December 9-11
  • Opportunities for Wellbeing
  • HealthyHeels Encourages a Self Check-in
As Carolina’s mission and impact have spread throughout North Carolina over the past 227 years, so has the storied tree’s roots.
University Research Week is an annual celebration of Carolina's research excellence and an effort to increase participation by students, of all levels, in research activity. Through multiple unique virtual events, the campus community will become more familiar with UNC's world-class research and the strategic initiatives that make it one of the top research institutions in the world.
This year's featured events include a virtual symposium on UNC's response to the COVID-19 pandemic, talks from the 2020 Hettleman Prize winners, and a workshop for students who are interested in pursuing independent research. Additional panel presentations, workshops, lectures, and more will fill out the week. Please check the website often as new event information is added daily.

FEATURED EVENTS
3 p.m. I Monday, October 19
Attend these TEDX-style presentations from the four winners of the annual Phillip and Ruth Hettleman Prizes for Artistic and Scholarly Achievement, given to researchers conducting innovative work in their fields. This year's winners are: Mohit Bansal, computer science; Andrea Bohlman, music; Angela Smith, urology; and William Sturkey, history.

7 p.m. I Tuesday, October 20
Learn how to enter the research community at UNC, from identifying research opportunities and faculty mentors to understanding how the Office for Undergraduate Research can support your research efforts. The workshop will include a student panel on how they got involved in research and a faculty panel to discuss what faculty look for in students to mentor.

11 a.m. I Wednesday, October 21
Vice Chancellor for Research Terry Magnuson, RENCI Director Stan Ahalt, and Center for Bioethics Director Eric Juengst will discuss "Human Nature," which tells the story of the biggest tech revolution of the 21st century: CRISPR. The film is a provocative exploration of CRISPR's far-reaching implications — from reshaping the biosphere to designing children — through the eyes of the scientists who discovered it, the families it's affecting, and the bioengineers who are testing its limits. The film is available for viewing now by clicking the links on the event page!
3 p.m. I Wednesday, October 21

Carmen Samuel-Hodge, nutrition, has been selected as the recipient of the inaugural Gillings Faculty Award for Excellence in Health Equity Research. She will receive her award during a session on Health Equity Research co-sponsored by the Gillings School, the Center for Health Equity Research and the Institute of African American Research on Oct. 21 from 3-4 p.m. Samuel-Hodge will give a presentation, followed by presentations from Lauren Brinkley-Rubinstein, PhD, from the Department of Social Medicine and Shauna Cooper, PhD, from the Department of Psychology and Neuroscience.

5:30 p.m. I Wednesday, October 21
In nearly every school and department across campus, our researchers are examining the myriad issues raised by the coronavirus pandemic. They are at the forefront of developing tests and therapeutics, monitoring the genetic evolution of the virus, and exploring future health impacts faced by COVID-19-positive patients. Join Tar Heels Together for an exclusive insider's discussion on Carolina's sustained, holistic response to the COVID-19 pandemic featuring an expert panel of dynamic frontline researchers including Lori Carter-Edwards, professor of public health leadership; Melissa Miller, professor pathology; and Timothy Sheahan, assistant professor of epidemiology.

4 p.m. I Thursday, October 22
Presented by the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, this event will connect the UNC and Duke communities, exploring how history informs the present for North Carolinians. The discussions is based on recommendations from the Academy’s report Our Common Purpose: Reinventing American Democracy for the 21st Century which urges conversations on crafting new narratives of the American past.

7 p.m. I Friday, October 23
In collaboration with the theatre advocacy group Honor Roll!, playwrights are joining forces to produce plays and monologues about Black, Indigenous, and other women of color who have died at the hands of law enforcement. These readings and reflections are inspired by the #SayHerName campaign, which brings awareness to the names and stories of Black women and girls who have been victims of police violence and the killings of Breonna Taylor and George Floyd. The readings will be followed by a reflections panel discussion.
University Research Week is an annual celebration of Carolina's research excellence and an effort to increase participation by students, of all levels, in research activity. Through multiple unique virtual events, the campus community will become more familiar with UNC's world-class research and the strategic initiatives that make it one of the top research institutions in the world.
This year's featured events include a virtual symposium on UNC's response to the COVID-19 pandemic, talks from the 2020 Hettleman Prize winners, and a workshop for students who are interested in pursuing independent research. Additional panel presentations, workshops, lectures, and more will fill out the week. Please check the website often as new event information is added daily.
The UNC System Racial Equity Task Force invites you to participate in one of the Virtual Town Halls taking place October 19-29.
The Task Force wants to hear your experiences, ideas, and/or questions about race and equity at your institution and in the UNC System. The Task Force will be actively listening and using your feedback to inform its recommendations to the Board of Governors and UNC System Office. These town halls will provide a space for you to share input, with opportunities to do so anonymously as well. Space is limited, so some attendees may be waitlisted. If your registration is waitlisted, you may receive a confirmation email later.
We look forward to hearing from you on tangible steps you believe can be taken across the UNC System in pursuit of equity and understanding.

Student Sessions
October 20, 10 a.m. - Register Here
October 27, 6 p.m. - Register Here
October 29, 6 p.m. - Register Here

Faculty Sessions
October 19, 6 p.m. - Register Here
October 26, 6 p.m. - Register Here

Staff Sessions
October 23, 2 p.m. - Register Here
October 28, 2 p.m. - Register Here
The UNC System Racial Equity Task Force was established to examine the legacy of race and racism in North Carolina’s public higher education system, how that history shapes and impacts the experiences of our students, faculty, staff and communities, and arrive at an actionable path forward that will build a culture of inclusion across our institutions. These town halls will build on our survey responses that students, faculty and staff shared in September, and will inform the Racial Equity Task Force’s recommendations that will be proposed in December. You can learn more about the Task Force’s efforts here, and you’re welcome to send us additional thoughts, concerns, and valuable input through our Share Your Ideas form.

Sincerely,
Sibby Anderson Thompkins, PhD
Special Advisor to the Provost and Chancellor for Equity & Inclusion/
Interim Chief Diversity Officer
University Office for Diversity & Inclusion
Gretchen C. Bellamy, JD, LLM
Senior Director for Education, Operations and Initiatives
University Office for Diversity & Inclusion

This message is sponsored by: University Office for Diversity & Inclusion
Join Young Nonprofit Professionals Network (YNPN) Triangle NC for a fun evening of virtual socializing and making your own cocktails. Mystic Farm Distillery will lead us for a tutorial of how to make Halloween themed drinks, followed by a Zoom costume contest and great prizes. Proceeds to benefit YNPN Triangle.
2020 NC Master's & Doctoral Virtual Career Fair is on Thursday, October 29th from 12:00 – 5:00 P.M on Handshake.
 
Graduate students, postdocs, and graduate alumni in humanities/social sciences and STEM fields are welcomed to attend and sign up for group and one-on-one sessions with hiring employers. This event is not intended for MBA students.
 
Here are some quick steps to be ready for the fair:
  1. Register on Handshake
  2. Update your Handshake profile
  3. View the participating organizations and select available employer chat times (1:1 and group sessions).
  4. Then login on the day of the fair and meet with employers! The site will be live for students promptly at 12:00pm EST.
*You are expected to show up to every employer you sign-up to meet, including information sessions. You must cancel your registration/sign-up(s) if you're no longer interested in meeting with an employer in order to give other students the opportunity.
This Week at the Writing and Learning Centers...
Our writing coaches will help you think through your ideas, make a plan for the draft, and get a great start! Make an appointment here.
October is ADHD Awareness Month - Check out all of our resources!
Eyewitness! Participatory Defense Free Zoom event offered Oct. 26

MacArthur Fellow and Community Organizer Raj Jayadev, a founder of Silicon Valley De-Bug and leading national proponent of the Participatory Defense model, will participate in a free Zoom event on Oct. 26 to discuss this effort.
This model involves collective action that enables individuals facing incarceration, their families, and their communities to play an active role in their defense.
This event is free and open to the community. Use this link to sign on to the meeting at 5:30: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83567903694.
For more information contact Orange/Chatham Public Defender Susan Seahorn at 919-289-9693.

Elections Department releases video about safety precautions taken for in-person voting

The Orange County Board of Elections, in conjunction with the Orange County Health Department, Public Libraries and Community Relations Department, has created a video about the in-person voting process for the upcoming Presidential election.
The video features the six Early Voting sites and a demonstration of the safety protocols that will be in place during early voting and on Election Day. The video is in English, Spanish and Chinese and can be found on the library’s YouTube channel (www.youtube.com/user/OCNCPublicLibraries).
“We are doing all we can to ensure you can vote safely in Orange County,” said Rachel Raper, Orange County Elections Director.
Each voting location during early voting and on Election Day will feature enhanced cleaning protocols, social distancing and single-use pens and single-use cotton swabs for voters, Raper said. Early voting begins Thursday, Oct. 15 in North Carolina.
  • Click here for more information.
North Carolina also offers Same Day registration during early voting. 
Dear Graduate Students,
 
The Philanthropic Educational Organization (PEO) is currently accepting applications for the International Peace Scholarship (IPS). PEO members have contributed to the IPS Fund since 1949 to support select women from other countries to study in the United States and Canada, believing that education is fundamental to world peace and understanding.
 
Applicants must be women and may be citizens or permanent residents of any nation except the US or Canada. Students must have one full year of coursework remaining and may only use scholarship funds for tuition, school, and living expenses. The maximum award amount is $12,500 and is based upon applicant need.
 
Eligibility Forms must be submitted by December 15, 2020. For students already enrolled in their graduate program, the deadline to submit application materials is March 1, 2021.
 
For more information about IPS policies, please see this page.
Applicants Needed to Represent Orange County on the Hillsborough Board of Adjustment

ORANGE COUNTY, NC (September 29, 2020) – One major way citizens can have a positive impact on the future of Orange County is to volunteer to serve on the various County advisory boards and commissions.
 
The Orange County Board of Commissioners appoints representatives to fill three positions on the TOWN OF HILLSBOROUGH BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT. These individuals represent and must reside in the Extraterritorial Jurisdiction (ETJ) of the Town of Hillsborough.
 
The Town of Hillsborough Board of Adjustment has the following duties:
(a) Hear, review, and decide appeals from and review any order, requirement, decision, or determination made by the Planning Department in the performance of official duties relative to enforcement of the Town’s UDO (Unified Development Ordinance) and Minimum Housing Code.
 (b) Hear, review, and decide appeals from decisions of the Town of Hillsborough Historic District Commission.
 (c) Hear and decide applications for the approval of Conditional Use Permits as prescribed by the Town’s UDO.
 (d) Hear and decide applications for variances from the provisions of the Town’s UDO and Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance.
 (e) Pass upon, decide, or determine such other matters as may be required by the Town’s UDO.
 It may also serve as an appeals board for other matters assigned to it under the Town Code of Ordinances. 
 
Presently, a vacancy exists for One (1) Alternate Representative residing in the Hillsborough ETJ.
 
To view the Hillsborough ETJ locations, see the following linked map.
 
If interested, apply on the Orange County website.
 
 Orange County strives for diversity on volunteer advisory boards. Minorities are encouraged to apply. Applicants must reside in Orange County. Volunteers appointed by the Board of County Commissioners have an opportunity to influence the way of life in Orange County.
If you need to verify if your residence is located in the ETJ of Hillsborough or for additional information call Thom Freeman 919-245-2125.
Applicants needed for
Orange Unified Transportation Board
ORANGE COUNTY, NC (September 25, 2020) – One major way citizens can have a positive impact on the future of Orange County is to volunteer to serve on the various County advisory boards and commissions.
 
The Orange County Board of Commissioners is currently recruiting for the Orange Unified Transportation Board (OUTBoard). This board provides information and comments on major transportation issues. The Board also provides recommendations regarding the overall planning and programming of transportation improvements in Orange County, including identifying and prioritizing the county’s roadway and transit needs along with associated costs and specific sources of funding. The Board assists in development and review of the transportation component of the Comprehensive Plan.
 
There are currently six openings to be filled on the OUTBoard. 
  • One in the Cedar Grove Township
  • One in the Hillsborough Township
  • One in the Little River Township
  • One in the Eno Township
  • Two At-Large
To view a map of township locations see the following link.
 
If interested, apply on the Orange County website.
 
Orange County strives for diversity on volunteer advisory boards. Minorities are encouraged to apply. Applicants must reside in Orange County. Volunteers appointed by the Board of County Commissioners have an opportunity to influence the way of life in Orange County.
For additional information call Thom Freeman, 919-245-2125.
Suffolk University is pleased to announce its Gold Level Sponsorship of the The Northeast Conference on Public Administration (NECoPA). As the only public administration conference that will be held this year, NECoPA 2020 will be conducted on a virtual platform. Held Friday, November 6th - Saturday, November 7th, the conference expects to register more than a thousand students, faculty, and public servants from across the US and abroad.
 
Scheduled just days after the 2020 US presidential election, the NECoPA 2020 keynote speaker will be former Massachusetts Governor Michael Dukakis. During the Saturday morning Presidential Election Panel, Governor Dukakis will offer his impressions of the election, dialogue with three other panelists, and answer questions from the moderator and audience.
 
We would like to invite you to attend NECoPA 2020 to take part in these important discussions about the future of public administration and the United States. The preliminary program of panels and presentation abstracts are available online and registration is now open on Eventbrite.

We hope to see you virtually at NECoPA 2020 in November.
 
Sincerely,
 
Marc Holzer, PhD
How are you doing?
Take a minute to check in with yourself.
Kindness towards yourself 
It's often easier to express gratitude towards others than it is towards ourselves. So I started adding some ‘be kind to yourself’ practices to my everyday school work routine, and found that I was not only feeling much less anxious day-to-day, but I was actually enjoying my school work. I want to share some of my tips with you so that you can all be kind to yourselves and thrive this semester.
CONSIDER THE FOLLOWING: These tips can lower anxiety, help you focus on your schoolwork, and allow you to get to bed earlier! However, please be realistic, flexible, and forgiving. Don’t stress. These are just suggested exercises. Like most exercises, you’ll get faster, better, and more comfortable with practice.
1. Set yourself a time to finish all of your homework by each night.
Allow yourself ample time to do all of your work, make time for meals, and give yourself at least 1 hour to relax and wind-down before going to bed.
2. Set yourself a time limit for reading assignments.
First, only read assignments that are due the next day. Second, give yourself a set number of hours to complete the readings (I give myself 2 hours). Third, count the number of readings you have to do. Fourth, set small goals for each hour (“I will read 2 articles for the first hour and 3 articles in the second hour”).
3. Only EAT while you EAT!
Take time to enjoy your meals and not think about school or work! Try not to do work, check emails, answer calls, or text while you eat breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Take this time to eat mindfully, notice nature or relax to some good music.
4. Schedule in fun time – and feel GREAT about it!
Undergrad often consists of studying, sleeping (sometimes), and eating. When I was doing something fun, I would feel guilty or feel that I should be spending my time doing something productive. Well, FUN IS productive! As long as you’ve figured out a good balance that works for you, sprinkling in some fun activities in your calendar will keep you motivated and hopefully minimize some stress.
5. Add a little color into your life.
I’m talking PENS y’all! I’ve started using colored pens for note-taking (and stopped multitasking on my laptop). When I take notes, they look pretty and I enjoy looking at them. It’s that simple! If you enjoy what you’re looking at, you can pay attention and focus longer. It has made note-taking and studying way more fun for me.
What tips would you add? DM us @UNCHealthyHeels and let us know for a chance for your self-kindness tip to be featured!
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You ask. We answer.
 
"I've heard a lot about flu shots. What's true?"
 
I'm young and healthy. Do I need a flu shot?
Being strong and healthy does not mean an individual will not get the flu. Plus, the flu vaccine not only protects you, but also others you come in contact with including those who are more at-risk (such as young children, elderly adults, and people with a suppressed immune system). It is also important to help protect people who may not be able to receive the flu shot due to severe allergies or being younger than 6 months of age.
I'm strict about COVID precautions. Won't that also protect me from the flu? 
The same precautions will protect you from COVID-19 and influenza, but the fact that COVID-19 cases are still on the rise in the United States means that not everyone is wearing masks, distancing, and taking the other precautions necessary. Unfortunately, even those who do everything they can may still be at risk for COVID and the flu. 
Getting the flu shot is more important than ever this year. Flu vaccination can help prevent the dreaded “twindemic” of both flu and COVID-19 spreading at the same time. Reducing the risk of flu will help reduce the risk of overwhelming medical resources or catching both at the same time.
Another reason to get your flu shot is that influenza and COVID-19 have similar symptoms including fever, body aches, dry cough, and fatigue. We hope you don’t, but if you do come down with the shared symptoms of COVID-19 and influenza, wouldn’t you rather know that you’ve had your flu vaccine? Wouldn’t your doctor want to know?
So even if you are doing everything you can to protect yourself from COVID-19, get your flu shot to help reduce the system-wide risk that we’ll face a dual epidemic. And do it for your own peace of mind, in case you’re unlucky enough to come down with a fever and body aches sometime this season.
Does the flu shot cause the flu? 
Nope. Think of it this way: if I show you a few doors, radiator, some tires, wheels, leather bucket seats, windshield, tail lights, etc. you will recognize this as a car, but that car is nonfunctional because it does not possess all of its parts and will not be able to run you over; this is the same way the flu vaccine works. The vaccine presents your immune system non-functional pieces of a flu virus so that your body can recognize it and help plan a defense against it should an infection with the full-functioning, attacking virus occur.
Some people may feel ill after getting the flu shot. Mild side effects are common after the flu shot - low grade fever, sore arm, headaches, and muscle aches. The flu vaccine also takes some time to be effective (up to 2 weeks). If you were exposed to the flu before the vaccine kicked in or you encountered another virus, you can get the ill. Flu vaccines only protect against the specific strains of influenza included in the vaccine.
Does getting the flu shot completely protect me from getting the flu?
Flu vaccines are about 40-60% effective, depending on the year and how well the vaccine matches the strains of influenza circulating in a community. Even though it's not perfect, it is still really important to get the flu vaccine because even if you do happen to get the flu after getting the flu shot, your illness should be milder and for a shorter duration than if you neglected to receive the flu shot at all.
When and where can I get vaccinated?
The best time to get your flu shot is right now: late September to early October.
Flu shots are available outside of Campus Health at the loading dock from 1-5pm Mon-Friday and during open hours at Student Stores Pharmacy (M-F 9-5 Sat 11-3). No appointment needed!
Living away from Chapel Hill this semester? Find vaccines near you.

Count it!
Wherever you get vaccinated, count it for UNC to win a three-peat national championship in flu vaccines at go.unc.edu/flushot.  
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