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Learn more about what it means to be a part of Preston.

 

What Makes This Community Different

Students in this community have access to opportunities that will improve their experience at Carolina and prepare them for their careers after graduation.

• Get involved with a leadership opportunity within the residential college: a literary society, an a cappella ensemble, a sustainability team and more!
• Become part of our community over food in our all-you-can-eat private dining facility.
• Take advantage of opportunities to engage with faculty members outside the classroom.

 

Take Classes With Your Peers

Preston students can take courses together, called linked courses, that cover a shared interest or fulfill a major requirement.

• UNIV 101

Why First-Year Interest Groups?

Research shows students who take courses within their learning community are more likely to take ownership of their academic career and be more engaged with their community.

 

Community Type

Expand allFaculty Principal Community

These are themed, building-wide learning communities staffed by a faculty member who is an expert in the theme. Students get in-depth experience with their community topic, and gain a greater understanding of how to apply that experience outside the classroom and after they graduate.

Linked Course Community

These are academically focused communities where students live near each other and take major classes together. This helps students connect with others who have similar interests, gives them an opportunity to form relationships outside the classroom and gives them access to academic support when they need it.