Repost from UNCG NOW The University of North Carolina Board of Governors today approved a proposal from The University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG) for the establishment of a Millennial Campus designation, creating opportunities for growth, development of innovative academic experiences, and the creation of unique public-private partnerships for… Continue reading…
Redacted from the fall 2016 Research Magazine Imagine you’ve spent years building a house. You’ve invested time and labor into the project, feeling a sense of pride and accomplishment as first the frame goes up, then the walls and the roof. But as the interior begins to take shape and you… Continue reading…
Redacted from the fall 2016 Research Magazine Just 20 minutes north of UNCG’s main campus is the National Center for Homeless Education, a technical assistance center that has been a part of the university for nearly 20 years. The center, which is funded by the U.S. Department of Education, is driven… Continue reading…
Repost from Campus Weekly The Joint School of Nanoscience and Nanoengineering (JSNN) will host the 7th “Gateway to Science” event within the statewide N.C. Science Festival. This year’s theme is “Have fun with science.” The event is an open house that will take place on Thursday, April 20, 2017, at… Continue reading…
redacted from the fall 2016 Research Magazine Dr. Rebecca MacLeod conducts UNCG’s Sinfonia orchestra as well as All-State orchestras throughout the country. She’s an associate professor of music and director of the UNCG string education program. She leads two university-community partnerships bringing free string lessons to local youth. And she’s one… Continue reading…
In the news On February 18, 2017, the Greensboro News and Record published a piece on Greensboro’s stake in the national trade debate. AVC for Economic Engagement Bryan Toney weighed in on the nuances of trade deals and manufacturing in the US. “Bryan Toney, UNC-Greensboro’s associate vice chancellor for economic engagement, said… Continue reading…
Repost from Campus Weekly The UNCG School of Education is seeking to address its core purpose – changing lives through advancing access to life’s opportunities – through a new initiative, Impact Through Innovation (ITI). ITI aims to put ideas into action, connecting SOE faculty with the broader community through innovative… Continue reading…
redacted from the fall 2016 Research Magazine “Three things are certain: death, taxes, and life-altering tests.” They determine whether you get the job. Or pass the bar. These tests will determine whether you advance to the next grade in school. Or whether you get into the university of your choice. When… Continue reading…
Repost from UNCGNOW According to UNCG’s Dr. Bob Wineburg, there’s a gap between perceived religious life in America and the reality of religious life in America. There’s what he calls the “religious industry,” which is focused on high-profile issues such as abortion and religious freedom. And then there are the… Continue reading…
a fall 2016 Research Magazine feature College bound. When it comes to bragging on our kids, few phrases make parents more proud. For many of us, planning for our children’s higher education commences before they enter high school. We pressure our kids to excel, and we strive to give them… Continue reading…
