For decades, the UNC School of Information and Library Science (SILS) has built a national reputation for leadership in librarianship, archives, information science, and digital curation. Its legacy is rooted in a strong commitment to public service, intellectual freedom, and expanding access to information. SILS graduates have gone on to lead libraries, archives, tech initiatives, and research programs around the world, reflecting the school’s long-standing strength in blending theory, practice, and innovation. 

As we embark on a new chapter as The School of Data and Information Sciences, our commitment to this shared legacy is stronger than ever.  

Join us during National Libraries Week 2026 in supporting our faculty, staff and students who make our campus and our libraries exceptional.