The kidney is designed to make urine and extract waste and extra fluid from your body. Diabetes, high blood pressure and heart disease are some of the diseases that may precipitate poor kidney function. The International Society of Nephrology indicates that 850...
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Round of Applause: Christopher Richardson
I would like to applaud Mr. Christopher Richardson for his overall dedication to the UNC System Office team. He is always patient, helpful, informative, and most of all kind when he helps those of us non-techie employees navigate various systems. I greatly appreciate...
February is American Heart Month
February is considered by many the month of love with Valentine's Day being its focus, so what better month to also celebrate the other “matters of the heart”? According to the American Heart Association (AHA), one in four deaths in the USA is caused by heart disease....
Round of Applause: Kinna Clark
Kinna is kind, hard working, and a great UNCSO leader. Go Kinna!! Nominated by Emily Gillespie
Round of Applause: Jack Ware
Everyone in the System Office knows I am a technology dinosaur, but Jack Ware doesn't treat me like the fossil I am! Jack always works with me on IT issues with good humor, patience, and prompt attention. During the conversion to OneDrive and 365, he patiently...
Round of Applause: Melaina Hall
Melaina has to be one of the most patient people I have ever had the pleasure of working alongside. Her smile comes through written correspondence and I so appreciate how helpful she is, without fail. I know I can count on her! Nominated by Michelle Solér
Round of Applause: Tony Stewart
Dr. Tony Stewart consistently demonstrates exceptional dedication in his daily responsibilities. He approaches assigned tasks with a commitment to excellence, actively contributing to the embodiment of UNC values. His efforts significantly contribute to the promotion...
Financial Resolutions for 2024: Prepare and Save
With another year in the books, it’s a great time to look back at your finances from 2023 and set new goals for 2024. For many, 2023 was a year of unexpected increases in the costs of gas, groceries and almost everything in between. This created budget changes that...
Enhancements to UNC Retirement Programs coming soon
You are part of a collective of individuals whose passion and drive help shape what we are today. It’s why we provide you with a retirement program designed with the tools, services and guidance that can be personalized to meet your individual goals and needs. Earlier...
Interest Rates: What are they and how are they calculated?
We often hear about interest rates but have you ever wondered what they are and how they affect your finances? An interest rate is reward for saving money or the cost of borrowing it. Interest is calculated as a percentage of the total money that you borrow or save....