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The UNC School of Government is the largest university-based local government training, advisory, and research organization in the United States.

Congratulations to former Lead for North Carolina cohort 4 fellow and current UNC MPA student, Brice Dalke! It was annou...
09/08/2026

Congratulations to former Lead for North Carolina cohort 4 fellow and current UNC MPA student, Brice Dalke! It was announced on August 12th, 2026 that our former fellow Brice Dalke would be stepping into the role of Village Manager for Misenheimer Village in Stanly County. As manager, Dalke will serve as the village’s chief administrator, implement policies approved by the Village Council and oversee municipal finances and daily operations. We wish you every success in this endeavor!

This Labor Day, we recognize and celebrate the dedication, service, and hard work of public servants and workers in comm...
09/07/2026

This Labor Day, we recognize and celebrate the dedication, service, and hard work of public servants and workers in communities across North Carolina and beyond. Thank you for all you do to strengthen our communities and move our state forward!

Last week, faculty and staff received a warm welcome back to school from our wellness committee with a plant-cutting and...
09/04/2026

Last week, faculty and staff received a warm welcome back to school from our wellness committee with a plant-cutting and planting party. Who knew we had so many green thumbs working at the School of Government? These events keep morale high and offer everyone at the school a well-deserved pause from their day-to-day work load. Thank you, Wellness Committee! 🌱

For more than three decades, Cheryl Howell has been one of North Carolina’s leading experts on family law and has acted ...
08/31/2026

For more than three decades, Cheryl Howell has been one of North Carolina’s leading experts on family law and has acted as a trusted professor and resource for the School of Government. Cheryl Howell retired from the School as the Albert Coates Professor of Public Law and Government, closing out 34 years with the school. Since 1992, Howell’s service to the state has created a reputation of excellence, earning her several of North Carolina’s highest honors, like the Order of the Long Leaf Pine, the North Carolina State Bar’s John B. McMillan Distinguished Service Award, the North Carolina Bar Association’s Liberty Bell Award, and the Women of Justice Legal Scholar Award.

Read more about Cheryl’s legacy here: https://www.sog.unc.edu/about/news/once-lifetime-celebrating-cheryl-howells-34-years-service-north-carolina-family-law

Last week, our School of Government faculty and staff had an amazing experience at the NCACC annual conference! It was a...
08/28/2026

Last week, our School of Government faculty and staff had an amazing experience at the NCACC annual conference! It was a fantastic opportunity to hear from our talented speakers, Adam Lovelady, Christopher McLaughlin, and Kara Millonzi. We created meaningful connections with newly elected officials, engaged with our alumni, and explored the Development Finance Initiative's work with the affordable housing tour in Downtown Durham. A special highlight was meeting Miss North Carolina! A heartfelt thank you to NCACC for organizing this invaluable event. We’re looking forward to next year!

Kirk Boone has retired from the UNC School of Government after 30 years of distinguished service. Known for simplifying ...
08/27/2026

Kirk Boone has retired from the UNC School of Government after 30 years of distinguished service. Known for simplifying complex property tax concepts, he built strong connections with tax officials in North Carolina through his teaching and the Assessor Town Hall forum. As he joins the IAAO Board of Directors in January 2027, his influence on property tax administration will continue to be felt. Thank you, Kirk, for your invaluable contributions!

More on Kirk’s legacy here: https://www.sog.unc.edu/about/news/kirk-boone-retires-after-three-decades-property-tax-education

It’s National Dog Day! We’re celebrating faculty pets Auggie and Moby—and the School’s decades of work in animal service...
08/26/2026

It’s National Dog Day! We’re celebrating faculty pets Auggie and Moby—and the School’s decades of work in animal services law.
Prior to becoming dean, Aimee Wall authored the 2018 North Carolina Guide to Animal Services Law. While she’s no longer available for ongoing animal-law advising or teaching, other faculty and experts continue this work—including Christopher Tyner, author of a guide on dangerous-dog hearings and procedures.
Our faculty pets also support the School by occasionally appearing in publications.
Happy National Dog Day from the School, Auggie, and Moby!
Links to the mentioned publications can be found in our bio.

271 Courses Offered for Public Officials 14,031 Course Registrations 35,157 Copies of Publications Sold 9,488 Advising R...
08/24/2026

271 Courses Offered for Public Officials
14,031 Course Registrations
35,157 Copies of Publications Sold
9,488 Advising Requests Answered
Out of 100 counties, that's a good start.
The real question is: how far can we take this journey? Let's find out!
Explore the interactive map here: https://sogimpact.sog.unc.edu/school-of-government-impact

What defines a self-described public health nerd? In the case of faculty member Kirsten Leloudis, it's visiting and work...
08/20/2026

What defines a self-described public health nerd? In the case of faculty member Kirsten Leloudis, it's visiting and working with all 86 health departments in North Carolina. She's currently at 38 and documents each experience with a selfie.
Read more about Kirsten's story here: https://www.sog.unc.edu/about/news/mission-moment-kirsten-leloudis%E2%80%99s-county-county-commitment-public-health
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This story is our first "Mission Moment." A new series spotlighting faculty whose work brings the School of Government's mission to life—stories about people showing up, building trust, and making government work better for everyone.

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