Cathorall, Daidone Receive Fulbright Awards
Michelle Cathorall has received a U.S. Scholar Fulbright Award and Danielle Daidone has received a Fulbright postdoctoral fellowship.
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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...
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.
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,...
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.
Ayanni Hyman ’25
Driven by personal experiences with chronic illnesses, Ayanni Hyman ’25 chose public health to advocate for underserved communities and has...
Rainey Fish '25
Rainey Fish's experiences at UNCW, including mentorship and leadership roles, have shaped her aspirations to become a pediatric respiratory...
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,...
UNCW to Cancel Classes and Remain in Condition 2 Through Friday, Jan. 24
Classes and campus events are cancelled through Friday, Jan. 24. UNCW plans to remain in Condition 2 for employees through 5 p.m., Friday.
CHHS Recognizes Ageism Awareness Day
October 9th is Ageism Awareness Day, a crucial opportunity to confront and challenge stereotypes surrounding aging.
CHHS Introduces OutPost Container Gym
The College of Health and Human Services has unveiled a state-of-the-art OutPost container gym, now located at the Harold Greene Track and Field...
From GIS to Healthcare
Dr. William Opoku-Agyeman aspired to be an engineer or medical doctor, but his uncle suggested he pursue natural sciences, which ultimately led him...