Dean Smith

Recent acquisitions recently collected by the Wilson Special Collections Library. On Thursday April 4th, there will be an open house event showcasing the new acquisitions at the Wilson Special Collections Library.

Check out Dean Smith's fan mail and more at this new Wilson Library exhibition

By Arabella Saunders | Mar. 27, 2019

The exhibit will also include a UNC professor's Grammy-winning album and multiple rare books and artifacts.

COLUMN: I remember when I thought Dean Smith was President of the United States

By Chris Hilburn-Trenkle | Feb. 27, 2019

"Every person has their own unique story, whether it be from meeting Smith personally, or from watching his actions on TV. Yes, he was a Hall of Fame coach, but he was also so much more."

University officials pose with Roy Williams at the dedication of Roy Williams Court on Aug. 24. Photo courtesy of the UNC athletic department.

Roy Williams Court dedicated during UNC basketball reunion weekend

By Jack Frederick | Aug. 27, 2018

Long after Roy Williams no longer paces the sidelines of the Smith Center, his legacy at UNC will still be there.

A photo of Dean Smith in the Dean Smith Center rests next to hand written notes Smith wrote in preparation for his speech in 2001 after being named Kansan of the Year.

Wilson Library collection gives insight into Dean Smith's life as a coach, friend and mentor

By Emily Galvin | Nov. 30, 2017

The legacy of Dean Smith has expanded from one dome to another. In Wilson Library, a new gift includes a collection of thousands of letters, speeches and personal items marking Smith’s personal life – one of deep faith, humility and commitment to honest competition.