Social media reacts to UNC chancellor Kevin Guskiewicz’s departure

Social media reacts to UNC chancellor Kevin Guskiewicz’s departure to become Michigan State University President.

It’s been a whirlwind of changes for UNC, from staff retirements, to transfer portals and expected conference realignment that could take the Tar Heels out of the ACC.

One change no one saw coming for North Carolina was the departure of UNC chancellor [autotag]Kevin Guskiewicz[/autotag]. The rumbled rumors began circulating last week that Guskiewicz would be the next president of Michigan State University, leaving UNC fans dumbfounded by the sudden announcement.

The news was confirmed days later, with Guskiewicz taking to multiple social media outlets, including the X platform (formerly known as Twitter), expressing his enjoyment of leading UNC for the last five years. The post sent social media in a frenzy as fans compared the two programs and what it could mean for UNC’s future.

Others saw the post as Guskiewicz declaring his entry for the transfer portal with the sudden departure. Regardless of feelings, there is no denying the impact left by the decision when taking a look at some of the social media reactions.

Let’s take a look at how social media reacted to Guskiewicz’s departure.