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Welcome to the Watson Chronicle! Here, you'll find the latest updates, stories, and articles for the Watson College of Education. Stay connected, explore our news below.

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Message from Interim Dean Carol McNulty

Carol McNulty assumed the role of Interim Dean of UNCW’s Watson College of Education in July. Here, Dr. McNulty shares a personal message.

Message from Interim Dean Carol McNulty

Upcoming Events

Each semester the Watson College hosts Preview Days and Future Teacher events for prospective students interested in a teaching career. Conference, professional development events, and educational programs are also held throughout the year.

Upcoming Events

Program Highlights

${newsImageAlt} WCE to Launch B.S. in Workforce Development The Watson College will introduce a Bachelor of Science degree in Workforce Learning and Development in fall 2024. WCE to Launch B.S. in Workforce Development
${newsImageAlt} Watson Introduces Residency Licensure Program The Watson College is pleased to offer a new residency licensure program for non-certified teachers who have been hired to teach in N.C. high schools. Watson Introduces Residency Licensure Program
${newsImageAlt} Online Elementary Education Program Ranked Among Best Forbes has ranked WCE’s online elementary education program in the Top 10 nationally on their list of Best Online Elementary Degrees Of 2023. Online Elementary Education Program Ranked Among Best

UNCW Receives NEH Grant

Cara Ward, Tiffany Gilbert and Lynn Mollenauer and have received a National Endowment for the Humanities Grant in the amount of $167,639.

UNCW Receives NEH Grant

Faculty Accomplishments

${newsImageAlt} Ray Pastore Named Top IT Influencer Ray Pastore has been named one of Ed Tech Magazine's top IT Influencers to follow. Dr. Pastore is a professor of instructional technology and coordinator of WCE’s online teaching & learning and esports programs. Ray Pastore Named Top IT Influencer
${newsImageAlt} Somer Lewis Elected to NAPDS Board Somer Lewis, director of WCE’s Professional Development System, was elected to the Board of Directors of the National Association for Professional Development Schools. Somer Lewis Elected to NAPDS Board
${newsImageAlt} Shawn Savage Selected for GW Fellowship Selected from a cadre of scholars nationally, Shawn Savage participated in the GW Fellowship & Summer Institute on Antisemitism and Jewish Inclusion. Shawn Savage Selected for GW Fellowship
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Faculty Support Computer Science, Math in Classrooms

WCE Professor Shelby Morge is partnering with Computer Science Professor Sridhar Narayan and Chris Gordon of Lenoir-Rhyne University to help Onslow County K-8 teachers integrate computer science and mathematics in their classrooms.

Faculty Support Computer Science, Math in Classrooms

MAT Students Meet Design Thinking

Elizabeth Crawford recently partnered with Open Way Learning to introduce MAT in Elementary Education students to design thinking.

MAT Students Meet Design Thinking

Our College Community

Welcome to New Faculty and Staff The Watson College is pleased to introduce new faculty and staff members. Please join us in welcoming them all to UNCW! Welcome to New Faculty and Staff
Watson Celebrates Start of the New Semester The Watson College welcomed 22 freshmen to the Education Learning Community this fall. The College also welcomed prospective students to Preview Day. Watson Celebrates Start of the New Semester
Watson College Recognitions Christine Liao received the Chancellor’s Teaching Excellence Award. Amy Moody was a guest on WHQR’s Coastline. WCE recently announced faculty promotions. Watson College Recognitions
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D.C. Virgo Begins Sixth Year as UNCW School

In August, campus and community volunteers joined teachers and staff at D.C. Virgo Preparatory Academy to welcome students and families back to school.

D.C. Virgo Begins Sixth Year as UNCW School

Victoria Spagnoli Now School Principal in Japan

Victoria Spagnoli ’14M, ’22Ed.D. is pursuing her passion for travel and education as principal of the Niseko campus of Hokkaido International School.

Victoria Spagnoli Now School Principal in Japan

WCE Alums Featured in Girl Rising Newsletter

Paige Antonelli ’23M and Golda Farrell Strelecki ’15M are featured as Girl Rising Educator Spotlights in the September issue of the U.S. newsletter.

WCE Alums Featured in Girl Rising Newsletter
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