Spring has arrived in North Carolina, bringing fresh blooms, warmer days, and a spirit of renewal. This season, we’re celebrating growth — in nature, in our communities, and in the inspiring journeys of students like Sana, an international graduate student at UNC Wilmington.
Meet Sana, a graduate student from India who came to UNCW to study a Master’s in Data Science. Hear what she has to say about her love of the campus and her program.
Emma was an international student studying in Boston but now lives in North Carolina working for New Mind. Listen to her gush over how North Carolina combines nature and city life.
The Elon University – Martha and Spencer Love School of Business has climbed to No. 38 in the country for undergraduate business education in 2025 rankings released this week by Business Wducation News Outlet Poets&Quants for Undergrads.
“Seeing Elon’s business program advance in rankings is a powerful affirmation of our commitment to preparing students for meaningful careers and lifelong success,” said Raghu Tadepalli, Dean of the Love School of Business.
Spring in NC is a perfect time to get outside and connect with your surroundings. Here are a few fun ways to enjoy the season:
🌷 Visit the Duke Gardens in Durham for breathtaking spring blooms.
🥾 Take a scenic hike at Hanging Rock, Pilot Mountain, or along the Blue Ridge Parkway.
🐚 Explore the Carolina coast — beach weather is back!
☀️ Simply grab a picnic, find a sunny spot on campus or in a park, and soak it all in.
🌸 “A flower does not think of competing with the flower next to it. It just blooms.”
— Leo Tolstoy