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Events and Programming

MVSS Event Highlight

MVSS Upcoming Events

  • Event dates and locations are subject to change. Follow MVSS socials for the most up to date information: @unc_mvss

MVSS Programming

Boot Print To Heel Print Orientation Program

The Dean of Students and Military & Veteran Student Success are proud to offer the Boot Print to Heel Print (BPTHP) orientation program designed specifically for military-affiliated students each August. Newly enrolled, readmitted, or deferred enrollment students who are active duty, veteran, reservist or National Guard are strongly encouraged to attend this orientation. It an opportunity for student veterans to learn how to utilize all the great resources that are available to aid in their success at Carolina, to build skills that are needed in the classroom, to connect with other military-affiliated students on campus, and meet members of the campus-wide Veterans Resource Team.

Taco Tuesdays

Join us for Taco Tuesdays! These events are an opportunity to meet and connect with your fellow military connected students and enjoy some good food at the same time. We also often feature additional programming on these Tuesdays such as academic workshops, Learning Center, Writing Center, and Career Services workshops, a self defense class taught by UNC Police, and special on and off campus guests for those who are interested.

Veterans Week 2026

MVSS, in conjunction with the Carolina Student Veterans of America and UNC’s ROTC programs, offers a number of programs and events during Veterans Week each year. Veterans Week will take place November 2026. Keep an eye on this space for #VETWEEK26 events!

Red White & Carolina Blue Graduation Ceremony

Each year, the Dean of Students and Military & Veteran Student Success invites all military-affiliated graduates to the Red, White, and Carolina Blue Graduation (RWCB) where veterans, active duty service members, National Guard, Reservists, and commissioning ROTC cadets are celebrated. The program includes the presentation of colors and our National Anthem, remarks from students and administrators, and the presentation of Military Honor Cords. Please join us to celebrate our military-affiliated graduates Spring 2026!

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Final Exam Excuses and Absences

The University Approved Absence Office and Dean of Students office DO NOT issue University Approved Absences for final exams. DO NOT SUBMIT AN ONLINE REQUEST FOR UNIVERSITY APPROVED ABSENCES FOR FINAL EXAMS.

If you will miss a final exam due to a medical or mental health concern, family or personal emergency, religious observance, or exam schedule conflict, please follow the instructions below and communicate directly with your instructor to schedule a make-up.

To change an exam date due to a medical or mental health concern:

Visit a CHS or CAPS provider to be considered for the “Excused Examination List” OR visit a non-CHS or CAPS provider and fax documentation of your visit to CHS Health Information (919-966-0616). Follow next steps given by CHS or CAPS. ***For more detailed information, see https://caps.unc.edu/academic-interventions/final-exam-excuse-request/.

To change an exam date due to personal Emergency, family emergency, or Religious Observance :

Contact and meet with an Academic Dean in your department/college as soon as possible.

To change an exam date due to three or more exams within 24 hours, or two exams at the same time:

Contact an Academic Advising staff member in your department/college as soon as possible.

 

Class Absences & Final Exam Rescheduling

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