News Archive 2018
CHHS Alumna Accepted into CDC Public Health Associates Program
UNCW is dedicated to providing exceptional students like Victoria Decea ’18 with exceptional opportunities. In July of 2018, Decea was accepted into the CDC Public Health Associates Program, a two-year fellowship for recent graduates interested in professions in the public health field.
UNCW Receives $10 Million Gift, Largest in University History, to Establish New School
The University of North Carolina Wilmington has received a $10 million gift commitment from alumnus David Congdon ’78, and his wife, Helen. This represents the largest outright gift commitment in university history; with it, UNCW will establish the “David S. Congdon School of Supply Chain, Business Analytics and Information Systems,” supporting these programs within the Cameron School of Business. The Computer Information Systems Building will also be rededicated as David S. Congdon Hall.
Centro Hispano Enhances Community Outreach in Pender County
In the aftermath of Hurricane Florence, Centro Hispano’s Edelmira Segovia and Cristóbal Montero immediately reached out to those in flooded mobile home communities in Pender County, where many Hispanic and/or Spanish-speaking residents live.
SON Assistant Professor Develops FACES Faculty Support Program
The pressure to succeed at a university can be overwhelming—and not just for the students. That is why Assistant Professor April Bice from the School of Nursing developed FACES, a peer support program for tenure-track faculty at UNCW.
Social Work Director Appointed to NC Marriage and Family Therapy Licensing Board
School of Social Work Director Stacey Kolomer was recently appointed to the NC Marriage and Family Therapy Licensing Board (NCMFTLB).
OnlineMasters.com Names Top Master's in Clinical Research Programs for 2019
OnlineMasters.com, an industry-leading educational research organization, announces the release of their Best Online Master's in Clinical Research Programs for 2019. They have identified the top programs in the nation that are the best in the areas of curriculum quality, program flexibility, affordability, and graduate outcomes.
Nursing Associate Professor Inducted in Prestigious National League for Nursing Academy of Nursing Education
On Sept. 14, School of Nursing Associate Professor and Coordinator of the Master of Nursing Science Nurse Educator Program, Elizabeth Gazza (Ph.D., RN, LCCE, FACCE) was inducted in the National League for Nursing (NLN) Academy of Nursing Education (ANEF).
CHHS Associate Dean of Research & Innovation Wins Wilma Women to Watch Education Category
On Oct. 12, Associate Dean of Research & Innovation Justine Reel won the Education Category at Wilma’s Women to Watch Awards event that was held at the Hotel Ballast downtown Wilmington. Reel was among six others who won in the categories of Arts, Business, Healthcare, Nonprofit, Public Service and Rising Star, which focuses on women under 30 years of age.
Nursing Alumna Prepared to Treat Patients During Storm
Just days after Hurricane Florence trudged through North Carolina, Brittany Mobley Outlaw ’07, ‘10M sent an email to Nancy Grant, her former School of Nursing professor in College of Health and Human Services at UNC Wilmington. It read, “Just know you trained me well! I am running a field hospital in Duplin. I have had a code STEMI that I gave tPA to and saved his life and now a SBO that I just airlifted to Greenville.”
Athletic Training Program Receives CAATE Reaccreditation
On July 11, the CHHS Athletic Training Program received word from the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) that the program had been reaccredited.
Exercise Science Students Experience Ikaria Blue Zone
Imagine a place where there is no need of clocks, a place where people disconnect from social media and make family and friends priority, a place where no one goes to the gym because exercise is built into the normal daily routine.
Social Work Pilots International Internship Program in Ireland
Most of us think of a local clinic or business when we hear the word “internship” and not a site in a foreign country. For the CHHS School of Social Work (SSW), the word internship doesn’t just mean local; it means abroad, too.
CHHS Announces New Interim Director for School of Nursing
Doctor of Nursing Coordinator Linda Pugh was recently named Interim Director of the School of Nursing.
UNCW Hosts Hooked on Arts to Raise Awareness About the Healing Power of the Arts
Origami, personal vision boards, ballroom dancing demonstrations, sidewalk chalking…these were just a few of the activities present during the inaugural Hooked on Arts street fair held on Kenan Lawn at UNCW on July 14 and 15.
Exploring the Science of Fitness
After a seven-year hiatus, Summer Ventures returned to campus this summer. A state-funded program for North Carolina students who aspire to careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics, the camp paired high school juniors and seniors with university faculty for four weeks.
High Schoolers Experience Nursing Simulations at STEAM Summer Camp
This summer, ninth and tenth graders from New Hanover, Brunswick and Pender counties were on campus for a weeklong residential summer camp to learn more about STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and math) opportunities at the university.
Social Work Students Experience Social Work in UK
For the students in the SWK 595 Solution-Focused Practice in the UK class, the opportunity to go abroad and experience social work in the UK was one of enrichment and personal growth.
CHHS Funded as a Community-Based Training Partner
The College of Health and Human Services (CHHS) at University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW) has been funded as a community-based training (CBT) partner with the Region IV Public Health Training Center (PHTC) headquartered at the Rollins School of Public Health, Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia.
CHHS Students Experience Global Health Innovation in Sweden
In Sweden, health care is a personalized experience. From cradle to grave, Swedes go to the doctor and receive personalized treatment that is customized to their particular health needs. The country rated number two on the Global Health Innovation Index.
CHHS Announces New Associate Dean for Academic Affairs
On June 26, CHHS announced Chris Lantz as the new Associate Dean for Academic Affairs.
CHHS Announces New Director of School of Health and Applied Human Sciences
On June 25, CHHS announced Steve Elliott as the new Director of the School of Health and Applied Human Sciences (SHAHS).
UNCW Honored by APLU, National Consortium for Outstanding Community Engagement
UNCW has been recognized by the Association of Public Land-grant Universities and the Engagement Scholarship Consortium for outstanding community involvement. In identifying the university as an exemplary non-finalist for the organizations’ 2018 Community Engagement Scholarship Award, judges singled out the contributions of UNCW’s recreation therapy program, which provides adaptable, accessible recreation and exercise programs to underserved groups in the region.
Clinical Research Professor to be Inducted in American Academy of Nursing
Clinical Research Professor Susan Sinclair will be inducted as a Fellow in the American Academy of Nursing at the November 2018 Annual Meeting.
School of Nursing Travels to UK for a Study Abroad Experience
In May, School of Nursing students and faculty traveled to the UK for a study abroad experience.
Teaching Assistant Gives Back and Wins Award
What does it mean to be a successful teacher? For Rebecca Clark, it means addressing the whole person and not just her area of education. It means getting to know her students, seeking their opinions and interests, and listening to their stories.
School of Nursing Associate Professor Awarded Grants to Complete Nursing History Research
School of Nursing Associate Professor April Matthias was recently awarded two grants to complete her nursing history research.
CHHS Welcomes Academic Affairs Operations Specialist
CHHS Welcomes Heather Roughton as the new Academic Affairs Operations Specialist within the College’s Academic Affairs Operations Team.
FuseCR Awarded Community Engagement Grant
The College of Health and Human Services’ Center for Clinical Research Workforce Development (FuseCR) was awarded a $5,000 grant from UNC Wilmington’s Office of Community Engagement to develop MentorCR: FuseCR Mentoring Program.
Calling All Artists: Hooked on Arts Needs You!
Hooked on Arts Street Fair, a collaboration between UNC Wilmington’s Lumina Festival of the Arts and the College of Health and Human Services, is coming to Kenan Lawn July 14-15, 2018.
Physical Education & Health Graduate Assistant Wins Volunteer Award at the YWCA Lower Cape Fear’s Annual Women of Achievement Awards
Rebecca Clark, a graduate assistant in the Physical Education and Health Program, won the Volunteer Award at the YWCA Lower Cape Fear’s annual Women of Achievement Awards.
CHHS Clinical Research Program Embarks on Study Abroad Trip to Buenos Aires
The Clinical Research Program embarked on their first study abroad trip during Spring Break.
Pine Valley Elementary Students Visit SHAHS During Health and Human Services Week
A group of 120 fifth-grade students from Pine Valley Elementary School visited campus to participate in Health and Human Services Week.
School of Social Work MSW Student Hosts Art Therapy Exhibit for Local Children
School of Social Work MSW student Logan Brantley hosted an Art Therapy exhibit in McNeill Hall for children of all ages, from pre-kindergarten to late adolescence.
CHHS Holds 7th Annual Spring Picnic and Awards to Celebrate Academic Year
CHHS held its 7th Annual Spring Picnic and Awards on the front lawn of McNeill Hall.
CHHS Public Health Honors Student Named Hollings Scholar
CHHS Public Health Studies Honors student Savannah Miller ’20 was recently named a Hollings Scholar.
UNCW Named One of the Best Online Colleges in North Carolina
UNCW is ranked third on a list of the 2018 Best Online Colleges in North Carolina, compiled by the website Guide to Online Schools.
Three of the College of Health and Human Services online degree programs are represented on the list: Bachelor of Science in Clinical Research, Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN) and Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP). These programs have flexible start dates and allow for working professionals to complete degrees completely online.
Associate Professor Accepted Into Emerging Leadership Program
Dr. Jacquelyn Lee, an associate professor in the School of Social Work, was recently nominated and selected to participate in the American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU) Emerging Leader Program (ELP).
CHHS Master's Programs in Nursing and Social Work Ranked Best in the Nation for Graduate School Programs
The University of North Carolina Wilmington has five graduate programs on the new U.S. News & World Report list of 2019 Best Graduate Schools.
CHHS Clinical Research Alumna Takes Great Leaps in Professional Career at PPD
CHHS Clinical Research alumna (’17), Monica Ibrahim is the Remote Site Monitor for PPD, a leading global contract research organization that provides comprehensive, integrated drug development, laboratory and lifecycle management services.
CHHS Exercise Science Student Awarded Lawrence A. Golding Scholarship
CHHS Exercise Science student, Courtney Milleson has been awarded the prestigious Lawrence A. Golding Scholarship through the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM).
School of Social Work Sponsors BSW Senior to Attend Humphrey's Institute Campaign School for Social Workers
On March 2-3, the School of Social Work helped sponsor Monique Samayoa, a senior in the BSW Program, to attend the Humphrey's Institute Campaign School for Social Workers.
CHHS Welcomes New Marketing and Communications Coordinator
CHHS welcomes Amy Mangus as the new Marketing and Communications Coordinator.
CHHS Professor Receives UNC Board of Governors Award for Excellence in Teaching
Susan Sinclair, a professor of clinical research in the UNCW School of Nursing, has won the 2018 Board of Governors Award for Excellence in Teaching.
CHHS Assistant Professor Accepted Into 2018 Center for Health Equity Institute
Sabrina Cherry, assistant professor of public health studies in the School of Health and Applied Human Sciences, has been accepted into the 2018 Center for Health Equity (CHER) Institute at California State University, Long Beach.
Health & Human Services Week Research and Innovation Day Keynote Speaker Live Stream
Project GoDIS (Go-Digital Innovations in Self-determined exercise motivation) is an interdisciplinary research project that uses the tenets of motivational theory in collaboration with experienced and established e-health companies. Watch the live stream of the presentation here on Monday, April 9 from 9 - 10 a.m.
Clinical Research Alum Named UNCW 2018 Distinguished Young Alumna of the Year
Clinical Research Alumna Rachael Beatty (’13) was named Distinguished Young Alumna of the Year by the UNCW Alumni Association.
UNCW Breaks Ground for Veterans Hall
On Jan. 18, the groundbreaking for the new Allied Health Building, also known as Veterans Hall, occurred.
UNCW Ranked 7th in Nation for Online Bachelor’s Programs, 62nd Best College Value
The University of North Carolina Wilmington has been ranked #7 on the U.S. News & World Report list of Best Online Bachelor’s Programs.
CHHS Office of the Dean Relocates to Purchasing Building
The CHHS Office of the Dean has relocated to the former Purchasing Services Building, located at 731 Sawtooth Drive (towards the back of campus, behind the Police Station, Printing Services and Facilities).
CHHS Travels to India to Experience Culture and Education
Back in Dec. 2017, CHHS faculty, staff, students and an alumnus travelled to India to attend a conference at UNCW’s sister school, St. Joseph, in Bangalore.
CHHS Associate Dean Selected for WILMA Leadership Institute
CHHS Associate Dean for Research and Innovation Justine Reel was selected as a member of the WILMA Leadership Institute. The nine-month program gives emerging female leaders an opportunity to learn from top leaders in the region and network, and visit a variety of companies and organizations.
CHHS Professor Receives Cahill Research Grant to Investigate Product that may Help People with Lung Obstruction
Jennifer McCall, an assistant professor in the School of Nursing’s Clinical Research Program, received a Cahill Research Grant.
CHHS Professor Selected by Prestigious Nursing Program
CHHS Professor Kellie Griggs (SON) was selected to be a part of the 2018 Association of Women’s Health Obstetrical and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN) Emerging Leaders Program.
CHHS Announces Second Annual Student Case Competition with Monetary Awards of $1,000 for First-Place and $750 for Second-Place Winners
The College of Health and Human Services announces the second annual Student Case Competition with monetary awards of $1,000 for first-place and $750 for second-place winners.
Couple Funds Scholarship to Benefit Students in the School of Health and Applied Human Sciences
Steve and Louise Coggins, who moved to Wilmington permanently in 2002 after commuting between Raleigh and their beach house for several years, are busy people. Their jobs – he is a partner in the Rountree Losee law firm, she is a psychotherapist with a master’s degree in social work – take up much of their time, but they nevertheless make time for their true passion, supporting organizations whose missions they embrace. That list includes UNCW.
