UNCW, Partners Strengthening Cape Fear Healthcare Workforce
UNCW hosted a panel discussion on Monday, June 9, in Discovery Hall to share an update with stakeholders on the New Hanover Healthcare Career...
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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Cathorall, Daidone Receive Fulbright Awards
Michelle Cathorall has received a U.S. Scholar Fulbright Award and Danielle Daidone has received a Fulbright postdoctoral fellowship.
Winebrake Appointed President of Coastal Carolina University
Dr. James J. Winebrake, Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, has accepted the position of President at Coastal Carolina University. He...
UNCW Research Team Approved for NCInnovation Funding
A multidisciplinary team developing a Neck Strength Assessment Tool received NCInnovation funding, bringing the technology closer to market.
Cathorall Receives Fulbright US Scholar Award
Michelle Cathorall, an associate professor in the School of Health and Applied Human Sciences has been selected as a Fulbright U.S. Scholar award...
Chen Receives DAISY Award
The School of Nursing is proud to announce that this year's DAISY Award goes to Dr. Yea-Jyh Chen, RN, Ph.D., Associate Professor in the School...
UNCW RIPLS Program Welcomes New Cohort
In May 2025, UNCW CHHS celebrated the culmination of its second Rural Interprofessional Longitudinal Scholars (RIPLS) cohort.
Recreation Therapy Student Finds Her Calling
When Skylar Spencer left her hometown of Lexington, Massachusetts, to attend UNC Wilmington, she took a leap of faith.
UNCW Celebrates Faculty Awards Ceremony
UNCW Celebrates Faculty Awards Ceremony
Jordan McLeod '25
Jordan McLeod '25, a public health major at UNCW, has made a significant impact through his leadership roles and the Helping Hand Project,...
UNCW Nursing Student Joins Fellowship
Since high school, Cassidy King knew that she wanted to pursue a career in nursing.
UNC Wilmington School of Nursing Celebrates its 40th Anniversary
The College of Health and Human Services celebrated the 40th anniversary of the School of Nursing, marking the occasion with a special event on...
Amaria Rankins ’25
Amaria Rankins’ compassion and drive to help others inspired her to pursue a major in social work at UNCW.
Respiratory Therapy Students Accepted into AARC Program
RT alumna, Ciera Winter and current student Logan Bridges, have been selected to participate in the AARC's prestigious Emerging Leaders...
William Wylie ’25
For William Wylie ’25, medicine is much more than a job, it’s a calling. The soon to be UNCW graduate plans on returning to the...
UNCW Respiratory Therapy Students Join Honor Society
CHHS recognizes Respiratory Therapy students for their achievements in the respiratory therapy program and their admittance to Lambda Beta Society.
UNCW Awards Honorary Doctorate to Philanthropist Linda Sayed
Linda Sayed ’78, ’85M will be awarded an honorary Doctor of Laws degree during UNCW’s Spring 2025 Graduate Commencement Ceremony,...
Ayanni Hyman ’25
Driven by personal experiences with chronic illnesses, Ayanni Hyman ’25 chose public health to advocate for underserved communities and has...
UNCW Students Path to Pharmacy
Sadie Sharkey ‘24 is a pharmacy student currently enrolled in the UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy.
Rainey Fish '25
Rainey Fish's experiences at UNCW, including mentorship and leadership roles, have shaped her aspirations to become a pediatric respiratory...
UNCW to Delay Classes, Operations on Feb. 20
The university is continuing to closely monitor the current weather conditions. Because of the potential for inclement weather, UNCW will delay...
Father Daughter Duo Pursue Same Degree at UNCW
A father and daughter, Steve Cada and Aidyn Cada, are experiencing the academic journey side by side.
UNCW Receives $25 Million Gift to Boost Teacher Education and Healthcare Programs
The University of North Carolina Wilmington has received a $25 million gift commitment from Dr. Yousry Sayed and his wife Linda ’78,...
Involving Caregivers in Brain Tumor Clinical Research
Laurie Minns, assistant professor of clinical research in the School of Nursing in the College of Health and Human Services began her journey into...
Public Health Alumna Elected to SOPHE
Cherish Thrash, a public health pre-clinical concentration alumna, was elected to the North Carolina Society for Public Health Education (SOPHE) at...