{"id":36215,"date":"2025-11-26T09:24:27","date_gmt":"2025-11-26T14:24:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/healthsciences\/?p=36215"},"modified":"2026-01-21T12:16:06","modified_gmt":"2026-01-21T17:16:06","slug":"tar-heal-tuesday-is-december-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/healthsciences\/2025\/11\/tar-heal-tuesday-is-december-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Tar Heal Tuesday is December 2!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-36216 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/healthsciences\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/628\/2025\/11\/Tarheel-Tuesday-2025-Post-Templates.png\" alt=\"Tar Heal Tuesday 2025\" width=\"209\" height=\"209\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/healthsciences\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/628\/2025\/11\/Tarheel-Tuesday-2025-Post-Templates.png 1080w, https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/healthsciences\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/628\/2025\/11\/Tarheel-Tuesday-2025-Post-Templates-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/healthsciences\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/628\/2025\/11\/Tarheel-Tuesday-2025-Post-Templates-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/healthsciences\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/628\/2025\/11\/Tarheel-Tuesday-2025-Post-Templates-175x175.png 175w, https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/healthsciences\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/628\/2025\/11\/Tarheel-Tuesday-2025-Post-Templates-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/healthsciences\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/628\/2025\/11\/Tarheel-Tuesday-2025-Post-Templates-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/healthsciences\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/628\/2025\/11\/Tarheel-Tuesday-2025-Post-Templates-600x600.png 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 209px) 100vw, 209px\" \/>Join Us for the 10th Annual Tar Heal Tuesday!<\/strong><br \/>\nUNC Health\u2019s Giving Tuesday celebration returns\u2014supporting life-saving research, world-class medical education, and compassionate care across UNC Health, the UNC School of Medicine, and affiliated departments and programs such as ours.<\/p>\n<p>Our department is proud to participate once again in the\u00a0<strong>Tar Heal Tuesday fundraising campaign<\/strong>\u00a0in partnership with the UNC Health Foundation.<\/p>\n<p>Each of our programs has a unique giving page, you can find more information about each campaign below:<\/p>\n<div role=\"tablist\" class=\"panel-group yourcustomclass oscitas-bootstrap-container\" id=\"unc-accordion-0\">\n\n<div class=\"panel panel-default oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n    <div id=\"panel-heading-details-0-0\" class=\"panel-heading oscitas-bootstrap-container\" role=\"tab\">\n\n        <h2 class=\"panel-title oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n            <button class=\"accordion-toggle oscitas-bootstrap-container collapsed\" \n                id = \"button-details-0-0\"\n                data-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-parent=\"#unc-accordion-0\"    \n                aria-controls=\"#details-0-0\"  \n                aria-expanded=\"false\" \n                href=\"#details-0-0\">\n                Clinical Laboratory Science            <\/button>\n\n        <\/h2>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div id=\"details-0-0\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n        <div class=\"panel-body oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<p>Support the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.unchf.org\/tht25cls\">Clinical Laboratory Science Advancement Fund<\/a>!<\/p>\n<p>Accurate test results are essential for diagnosing, monitoring, and preventing disease\u2014and future clinicians need the best training to deliver them. The Clinical Laboratory Science Advancement Fund ensures that UNC continues to provide top-tier education and training for the next generation of laboratory professionals.<\/p>\n<p>Our highly accredited program consistently ranks in the top 10% nationwide, and your gift helps us:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Award additional scholarships to deserving students<\/li>\n<li>Provide access to the most up-to-date laboratory equipment<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Join us this Tar Heal Tuesday and invest in the future of healthcare!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.unchf.org\/tht25cls\"><strong>Give today to support Clinical Laboratory Science at UNC!<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n        \n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"panel panel-default oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n    <div id=\"panel-heading-details-0-1\" class=\"panel-heading oscitas-bootstrap-container\" role=\"tab\">\n\n        <h2 class=\"panel-title oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n            <button class=\"accordion-toggle oscitas-bootstrap-container collapsed\" \n                id = \"button-details-0-1\"\n                data-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-parent=\"#unc-accordion-0\"    \n                aria-controls=\"#details-0-1\"  \n                aria-expanded=\"false\" \n                href=\"#details-0-1\">\n                Clinical Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling            <\/button>\n\n        <\/h2>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div id=\"details-0-1\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n        <div class=\"panel-body oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<p>The <a href=\"http:\/\/www.unchf.org\/tht25crmhc\">Clinical Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling Fund<\/a> ensures we deliver the best possible education and training to future clinicians who will provide counseling services to individuals with:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Mental and emotional disorders<\/li>\n<li>Co-occurring conditions<\/li>\n<li>Chronic illnesses and disabilities<\/li>\n<li>Graduates of this highly ranked program are prepared to use a variety of counseling interventions to improve lives and support recovery for those facing complex health challenges.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Your gift today helps us:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Award additional scholarship funding to students<\/li>\n<li>Ensure broad access to this impactful program of study<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Join us this Tar Heal Tuesday and invest in the future of mental health care!<\/strong>\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.unchf.org\/tht25crmhc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Give now to support Clinical Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling education at UNC!<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n        \n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"panel panel-default oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n    <div id=\"panel-heading-details-0-2\" class=\"panel-heading oscitas-bootstrap-container\" role=\"tab\">\n\n        <h2 class=\"panel-title oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n            <button class=\"accordion-toggle oscitas-bootstrap-container collapsed\" \n                id = \"button-details-0-2\"\n                data-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-parent=\"#unc-accordion-0\"    \n                aria-controls=\"#details-0-2\"  \n                aria-expanded=\"false\" \n                href=\"#details-0-2\">\n                Neurodiagnostics and Sleep Science            <\/button>\n\n        <\/h2>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div id=\"details-0-2\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n        <div class=\"panel-body oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.unchf.org\/tht25ndss\">The Neurodiagnostics and Sleep Science (NDSS) program<\/a> is the newest division within the Department of Health Sciences at UNC\u2019s School of Medicine\u2014a major milestone that reflects its growing impact on patient care and workforce development.<\/p>\n<p>This innovative two-year, hybrid undergraduate program prepares students for careers in neurodiagnostics and sleep science, fields essential to diagnosing and treating neurological and sleep disorders. Graduates enter the workforce ready to make a difference in hospitals, clinics, and research settings.<\/p>\n<p>Your gift today will help us:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Provide scholarship support to make this program accessible to more students<\/li>\n<li>Expand opportunities for UNC undergraduates and students across the country<\/li>\n<li>Advance education in two critical health professions that improve lives every day.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div id=\"campaign-about-section\" class=\"campaign-section\">\n<div class=\"box\">\n<div class=\"text_block padded\">\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.unchf.org\/tht25ndss\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Join us this Tar Heal Tuesday and invest in the future of health care. Make your gift today!<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"campaign-custom-section-learn-more-section\">\n<div id=\"custom-content-section\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n        \n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"panel panel-default oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n    <div id=\"panel-heading-details-0-3\" class=\"panel-heading oscitas-bootstrap-container\" role=\"tab\">\n\n        <h2 class=\"panel-title oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n            <button class=\"accordion-toggle oscitas-bootstrap-container collapsed\" \n                id = \"button-details-0-3\"\n                data-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-parent=\"#unc-accordion-0\"    \n                aria-controls=\"#details-0-3\"  \n                aria-expanded=\"false\" \n                href=\"#details-0-3\">\n                Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy            <\/button>\n\n        <\/h2>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div id=\"details-0-3\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n        <div class=\"panel-body oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<div class=\"elementToProof\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.unchf.org\/tht25occupational\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Support the Occupational Science\u00a0and Occupational Therapy\u00a0students<\/a>!<\/div>\n<div class=\"elementToProof\">UNC\u2019s <strong>Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy programs<\/strong> are dedicated to understanding occupation and using it to advance participation and inclusion. Through innovative coursework and hands-on learning, our graduates are prepared to create positive change for individuals, communities, and society.<\/div>\n<div class=\"elementToProof\">Your gift helps us:<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>Deliver the best possible <span role=\"presentation\">education and training<\/span>\u00a0to future occupational therapists and occupational scientists<\/li>\n<li>Award <span role=\"presentation\">scholarships<\/span>\u00a0to ensure broad access to this impactful program<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"elementToProof\">Join us this Tar Heel\u00a0Tuesday and invest in the future of occupation-centered and evidence-based\u00a0research\u00a0care!\u00a0Your investment empowers students, researchers, and practitioners to support individuals and communities to participate in meaningful occupations.<\/div>\n<div class=\"elementToProof\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.unchf.org\/tht25occupational\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Give today to support Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy education at UNC<\/a>!<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n        \n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"panel panel-default oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n    <div id=\"panel-heading-details-0-4\" class=\"panel-heading oscitas-bootstrap-container\" role=\"tab\">\n\n        <h2 class=\"panel-title oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n            <button class=\"accordion-toggle oscitas-bootstrap-container collapsed\" \n                id = \"button-details-0-4\"\n                data-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-parent=\"#unc-accordion-0\"    \n                aria-controls=\"#details-0-4\"  \n                aria-expanded=\"false\" \n                href=\"#details-0-4\">\n                Physician Assistant Studies            <\/button>\n\n        <\/h2>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div id=\"details-0-4\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n        <div class=\"panel-body oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<h3><strong>Support Physician Assistants at UNC!<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>The\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.unchf.org\/tht25pa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>UNC Physician Assistants Program Enhancement Fund<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0ensures we continue delivering the highest quality education and training to students in our unique program of study. Our program has earned national recognition for its potential to improve health care across North Carolina and for its commitment to recruiting veterans with military health experience, as well as other highly capable non-traditional students.<\/p>\n<p>Your gift today helps us provide additional scholarship funding, expanding access to this impactful program and empowering future health care leaders.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.unchf.org\/tht25pa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Make a difference\u2014support UNC Physician Assistants today as part of Tar Heal Tuesday!<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n        \n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"panel panel-default oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n    <div id=\"panel-heading-details-0-5\" class=\"panel-heading oscitas-bootstrap-container\" role=\"tab\">\n\n        <h2 class=\"panel-title oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n            <button class=\"accordion-toggle oscitas-bootstrap-container collapsed\" \n                id = \"button-details-0-5\"\n                data-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-parent=\"#unc-accordion-0\"    \n                aria-controls=\"#details-0-5\"  \n                aria-expanded=\"false\" \n                href=\"#details-0-5\">\n                Physical Therapy            <\/button>\n\n        <\/h2>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div id=\"details-0-5\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n        <div class=\"panel-body oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<h3><strong>Support Physical Therapy students!<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>UNC\u2019s nationally ranked\u00a0<strong>Division of Physical Therapy<\/strong>\u00a0prepares leaders who improve quality of life through an interdependent model of\u00a0<strong>research, education, and clinical service<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Your gift to the\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.unchf.org\/tht25pt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Physical Therapy Fund<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0helps us:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Deliver the\u00a0<strong>best possible education and training<\/strong>\u00a0to future physical therapists<\/li>\n<li>Award\u00a0<strong>additional scholarships<\/strong>\u00a0to ensure broad access to this impactful program<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Join us this Tar Heal Tuesday and invest in the future of patient care!<\/strong>\u00a0Your support empowers students to become skilled clinicians who will make a difference in communities everywhere.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.unchf.org\/tht25pt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Give today to support Physical Therapy education at UNC!<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n        \n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"panel panel-default oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n    <div id=\"panel-heading-details-0-6\" class=\"panel-heading oscitas-bootstrap-container\" role=\"tab\">\n\n        <h2 class=\"panel-title oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n            <button class=\"accordion-toggle oscitas-bootstrap-container collapsed\" \n                id = \"button-details-0-6\"\n                data-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-parent=\"#unc-accordion-0\"    \n                aria-controls=\"#details-0-6\"  \n                aria-expanded=\"false\" \n                href=\"#details-0-6\">\n                Radiologic Sciences            <\/button>\n\n        <\/h2>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div id=\"details-0-6\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n        <div class=\"panel-body oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<h3><strong>Support Radiologic Sciences at UNC!<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Join us for\u00a0<strong>Tar Heal Tuesday<\/strong>\u00a0and help shape the future of medical imaging professionals! The\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.unchf.org\/tht25radsci\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Radiologic Sciences Advancement Fund<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0ensures we continue delivering the highest quality education and training to students in our unique program of study. Our program prepares graduates to excel in diverse healthcare environments and equips them to assume prominent roles in both career and scholarly pursuits.<\/p>\n<p>Your gift today provides additional scholarship funding, expanding access to this impactful program and empowering the next generation of healthcare leaders.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Be part of something great\u2014<a href=\"http:\/\/www.unchf.org\/tht25radsci\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">support UNC Radiologic Sciences today!<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n        \n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"panel panel-default oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n    <div id=\"panel-heading-details-0-7\" class=\"panel-heading oscitas-bootstrap-container\" role=\"tab\">\n\n        <h2 class=\"panel-title oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n            <button class=\"accordion-toggle oscitas-bootstrap-container collapsed\" \n                id = \"button-details-0-7\"\n                data-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-parent=\"#unc-accordion-0\"    \n                aria-controls=\"#details-0-7\"  \n                aria-expanded=\"false\" \n                href=\"#details-0-7\">\n                Speech and Hearing Sciences            <\/button>\n\n        <\/h2>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div id=\"details-0-7\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n        <div class=\"panel-body oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<h3><strong>Support Speech and Hearing Sciences at UNC this Tar Heal Tuesday!<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Join us for\u00a0<strong>Tar Heal Tuesday<\/strong>\u00a0and help prepare the next generation of speech-language pathologists and audiologists! 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