Caring for a Tar Heel icon

Posted Dec 7, 2021
Growing up on a farm in Stokes County prepared Hannah King with a work ethic to excel as a UNC student. It also set her up for a unique job outside the classroom. King has been working with Rameses XXII, the University’s animal mascot, as a handler for three football seasons, preparing the ram for game days and helping with his care on a nearby farm. (UNC.edu)

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