Giving Stories

Nearly 30 years after her graduate school journey ended due to financial burden, pianist Lauren Coplan will check 'Master of Music' off her bucket list thanks to the support of generous donors.

Four years ago, Filmmaking graduate Rohit Lila Ram arrived at UNCSA from Karachi, Pakistan, carrying only two suitcases. On Saturday, May 6, 2023, he departs with his diploma, a C.V. teeming with projects, positions and accolades and an enormous community of mentors, friends and colleagues.

Katherine Nettles was just ten years old when she discovered the UNCSA School of Dance. Nettles went on to attend two summer sessions before auditioning for the high school dance program. As her final "Nutcracker" and her final spring semester swiftly approach, she reflects on her meaningful ballet journey.

UNCSA Days of Giving, April 2-3
Artists thrive when they are supported holistically: mentally, physically and academically. As they grow, they will push the boundaries of what is to discover what could be. This year, donors can choose to give to the UNCSA Fund, which supports our university’s areas of greatest need, or give directly to 40 different funds all over campus.
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