Upcoming Events
At the start of the spring and fall semesters, the Watson College opens our doors to all UNCW students interested in learning more about the majors/minors we offer, as well as support services from Watson and around campus. The event gives students an opportunity to meet with faculty, tour the Ed Lab and CMC, learn about field experiences, student organizations and other opportunities. For added fun, we’ll even have a photo booth with props!
The next Watson Connect event will be held on Wednesday, January 28 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Join us!
UNCW Homecoming Brunch – February 14
Reconnect with your former professors and classmates during homecoming weekend in February!
An annual favorite is the Homecoming Brunch which features great food and a showcase from all UNCW academic areas. The event will be held at UNCW’s Burney Center on Saturday, February 14 from 10:30 a.m. to noon. We hope to see you there! For more information or to register visit the Homecoming 2026 website.
Challenging the Paradigm Conference – February 19-20, 2026
UNCW’s Watson College will host the 2026 UNCW/3C Challenging the Paradigm Conference February 19-20 on the UNCW campus. The theme of the event is “Partnerships for Seamless Pathways.”
The conference brings together community college faculty and staff, university faculty and staff, and others who are interested in learning, growing, and challenging the paradigm with innovative and transformative practices. Each year, the focus is on the partnerships among community colleges, universities, and the community.
The 2026 event will focus on:
- Innovative pathways programming
- Adult learner initiatives
- Innovation that reduces barriers to smooth transition and transfer
- Partnerships that enhance and increase successful transitions to degrees and life-long learning
For more information please contact Dr. Denise Henning, Director of UNCW/3C at henningd@uncw.edu.
Future Teacher Conference – April 2026 (Date coming soon!)
The Future Teacher Conference is an opportunity for High Schools, Community Colleges, and Home School groups to bring students to UNCW. This is a day where students who have an interest in education can feel what it is like to be a Watson student. During their time here, we will offer sessions for students based on their educational interests. Our faculty/staff provide sessions for the students who attend as interactive opportunities. Back by popular demand, we will also have a student panel discussion. This event is FREE to any student interested in learning about education as a career.
The next Future Teacher Conference will be held in April, 2026. School administrators interested in bringing a group of students, or students interested in attending should contact Dean Heath at heatht@uncw.edu.
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