Jared Wood '20, Ph.D.'25
Jared Wood’s path to pursue a doctoral degree in pharmaceutical chemistry at UNCW has been driven by a lifelong passion for science,...
Seahawk Stories
Seahawk Stories is an online collection of profiles about the people who make UNCW soar. By sharing their stories, we are also sharing the university's story.
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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...
Hinton Cox '24
Hinton Cox '24 discovered a passion for physical fitness and healthy living, leading him to pursue a degree in Healthful Living and Fitness...
Taylor Herr '24
Drawing inspiration from the ocean, Taylor Herr’s senior capstone project reflects her passion for art and the sea. She began the intricate...
Courtenay Mencini ’14
Staying connected to one’s alma mater can be a deeply rewarding experience, and for Courtenay Mencini ’14, joining the UNCW Alumni...
Fabio Hurtado ’24Ed.D.
Fabio Hurtado's experiences, including his pursuit of a doctorate in educational leadership at UNCW, have shaped his approach to fostering...
Brian Brinkley '93, '99 M.Ed.
Brian Brinkley '93, '99 M.Ed. has dedicated 31 years to teaching, including 18 years as the director of the B Betty Holden Stike...
Research Team Headed to Antarctica to Study Sea Urchins
Jake Warner, an assistant professor in UNC Wilmington's Department of Biology and Marine Biology, is leading a research expedition to McMurdo...
Sana '24M
After earning her bachelor's degree in India, Sana ’24M was eager to explore new opportunities. Driven by her aspiration to study in the...
Natalie Tidler '24M
Natalie Tidler's time at UNCW, enriched by supportive faculty and hands-on field experiences, strengthened her love for teaching.
Takeem Dennis '24
Takeem Dennis '24, a music education major and former Marine, discovered his passion for music in the fifth grade and believes that attending...
Jordan McLeod
Recreational prosthetic fingers that are both less expensive and easier to build now exist, thanks to a group of UNCW students.
Culinary Champion: Q&A with Ryan Andress
With a career spanning 30 years, Chef Ryan Andress serves as executive chef at UNCW, where he focuses on creating diverse, nutritious meals and...
Jayson Arendt ’24
From two-time CAA baseball champion to country music rising star, Jayson Arendt ’24 took a leap of faith to form a band while still enrolled...
Tyler Jones ’11
Tyler Jones' transition to college life at UNCW came with challenges. Through community involvement and support, he found balance and success,...
Anna Vreeling ’25
Anna Vreeling ’25 is dedicated to studying clinical research at UNCW. Inspired by her personal experiences, she aims to make significant...
Kevin Ojaniit ’23
Kevin Ojaniit ’23 never thought that teaching would be in his future until his sophomore year at UNCW. After switching majors twice, Ojaniit...
Bryan Holman '25
Bryan Holman '25 shares his experience in Afghanistan, shedding light on the days leading up to the tragic bombing that claimed the lives of...
Lia Hudgins ’26
Lia Hudgins ’26, a driven first-generation student, identified a need for a community among students like herself. Taking the initiative, she...
Maggie Bannon ’23Ed.D.
Maggie Bannon ’23Ed.D. worked hard to climb the academic and professional ladder as a first-generation student, and now as the director of...
Jan Donahue, First Women's Basketball and Volleyball Coach
Legacies begin when a person is bold enough to make them. Jan Donahue was that person 50 years ago when she started the university’s first...
Family Ties: Barri Piner '94 and Her Daughters’ Shared Journey at UNCW
Barri Piner '94, an English instructor, returned to her alma mater to teach and now has three daughters studying English at UNCW. Each...
Mia Gallagher ’26
Mia Gallagher ’26 discovered the perfect collegiate environment at UNCW. Here, she could immerse herself in her academic pursuits while...
Mitchell Bloomer ’24M
After an initial career as a probation officer, and later roles within the Illinois judicial and correctional systems, Mitchell Bloomer '24M...