How does the School fit within the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill?

The Institute of Government began outside the framework of the university. After more than 10 years as a private organization, the Institute became a part of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1942. The Institute was elevated to the level of a School in 2001, taking a place alongside other professional schools of the University. The School of Government represents an important avenue for the University to fulfill its obligation to serve the people and governments of North Carolina.