Caroline Jenkins '19, '26DNP
Caroline Jenkins ’19, ’26DNP began her healthcare career working as a certified nursing assistant at her local hospital in her hometown...
College of Health & Human Services News
Welcome to our News! Here, you'll find the latest updates, stories, and articles about the College of Health & Human Services (CHHS). Stay connected by exploring our news below.
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UNCW Alumna Advocates for Refugee Families
Since graduating from UNC Wilmington in 2018 with a Bachelor of Social Work, Leslie Hernandez has dedicated her career to helping vulnerable...
McGinnis Named MPAS Program Director
The College of Health and Human Services at UNC Wilmington has named James P. McGinnis, Ed.D., MPAS, PA-C as the founding program director of its...
CHHS 350 Equips Students with Outdoor Leadership Skills
Open to undergraduates of all majors, CHHS 350: Leadership Skills for Adventure Exercise, combines weekly classroom instruction with applied...
Research Starts Here: UNCW Engineering's Undergraduate Edge
UNCW Engineering students work alongside faculty engaging in research that impacts local communities and industry. The undergraduate research...
Mapson Appointed Associate Dean for Research and Faculty Affairs
The College of Health and Human Services is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Kristin Mapson as the new Associate Dean for Research and...
CIE and OIC Drive Change Through Innovation and Collaboration
UNCW's CIE and OIC continue to drive progress through research, commercialization, startup support and strategic partnerships.
Researcher Leads Effort to Eliminate Malaria in Uganda
Michelle Cathorall leads the Malaria Mastery Prevention Program, a community-driven project aimed at eliminating malaria in Uganda.
Research and Innovation Celebrates Excellence at Annual Reception
Research and Innovation Celebrates Excellence at Annual Reception
UNCW Continues Strong Performance in U.S. News Rankings
Once again, UNCW has earned accolades in the U.S. News & World Report 2026 Best Colleges rankings.
Arabella Ong ’26
Arabella Ong ’26 is a driven nursing student at UNCW, combining academic excellence with a passion for patient care as she works toward...
UNCW Student Enrollment Surges Near 19,900
UNCW shattered enrollment records, welcoming 19,895 students this fall — a 5.6% jump from last year, according to preliminary data from the...
Tania Smith ’15, ’25M
Tania Smith ’15, ’25M has always been driven by a passion for helping others and creating positive change. Her time at UNCW offered her...
2025 Million Dollar Club Announced; Bingham Tops $5M
Research & Innovation announced a record number of 2025 Million Dollar Club Inductees and recognized Frederick Bingham as a $5 Million Dollar...
Taylor O'Brien: The Epitome of a Student-Athlete
Taylor O'Brien was one of 10 female student-athletes nationwide to be named to the inaugural 2025-26 Allstate National Association of...
Lantz to Return to Faculty Appointment
Chris Lantz, the College of Health and Human Services’ Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, has announced that he will return to his faculty...
Students Explore Careers at CHHS Summer Camps
This summer, the College of Health and Human Services (CHHS) and its partners hosted a series of camps for middle and high school students designed...
CHHS Students Named Rural Interprofessional Scholars
Eight CHHS students have been selected for the 2025–2026 Rural Interprofessional Longitudinal Scholars (RIPLS) Program.
School of Nursing Named NLN Center of Excellence
UNC Wilmington’s School of Nursing has been honored by the National League for Nursing (NLN) as a Center of Excellence in the category of...
Justin Hickman '24
Justin Hickman ’24 earned his recreation therapy degree from UNCW to help others—especially veterans—heal and thrive through...
UNCW Partners with Novant On Nursing Pipeline Program
UNCW and Novant have launched the VITALS Program to prepare incoming students for careers in nursing and help address the healthcare workforce...
Dr Steve Elliott Joins UNC Leadership Institute
The University of North Carolina System has named Dr. Steve Elliott, director of SHAHS, to the sixth cohort of the Executive Leadership Institute.
Ullucci Named DPT Program Director
The College of Health and Human Services at UNC Wilmington has named Paul A. Ullucci, Jr., PT, DPT, ATC, PhD as the founding program director of...
UNCW Launches Accelerated Nursing Program
This summer, the UNC Wilmington School of Nursing launched the Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) program.
Weather Update: Tropical Storm Chantal July 6
Weather is expected to improve Sunday, July 6, as Tropical Storm Chantal moves past Wilmington. UNCW plans to maintain its normal schedule.