OCE and Athletics Partner in Sponsorship of Learn-To-Swim Pilot

The of Community Engagement and the Department of Athletics partnerd to sponsor UNCW's first ever learn-to-swim program. The program, in partnership with Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church, provided comprehensive instruction from water safety to basic stoke skills for children with a wide range of experience. The idea for the program was devised by Ann Freeman during her thesis project research...more

OCE Recognition & Awards Event Recognized 3 Engagement Award Recipients

At the Office of Community Engagement Recognition and Awards event, the OCE recognized two community partners and one UNCW staff member for their outstanding work in engagement. The Community Partners recognized were Ryan Estes and Coastal Horizons, and New Hanover County Schools for their excellence in University engagement. Sean Palmer, Director of the African American Upperman Center, was recognized for his excellence in community Egagement.

Weekly Updates Feature Community Partnerships and Upcoming Events

UNCW’s Office of Community Engagement posts weekly updates each Thursday with information about UNCW faculty, staff, and student work in collaboration with community partners, as well as a listing of upcoming public events (some of which require registration). These updates are posted here and on our Facebook page and sent out to our email list. To submit stories or events for a future Weekly Update, or to be added to our email list, please contact communityengagement@uncw.edu.