Former UNC Interim and Acting Chancellor Bill McCoy passes away

Posted Jan 3, 2023
Bill McCoy’s business acumen benefited UNC in a time of great need. He faced a significant budget deficit that he quickly resolved and then implemented a revamped budget process to stabilize UNC’s financial operations. His priorities also included addressing issues such as faculty compensation and planning for a $1.5 billion fundraising campaign (UNC.edu)

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