Talks and seminars led by UNCG faculty and staff are a free opportunity to learn more about a unique field or discover the interesting things happening in other programs. All of them are free, and many fall during a lunch hour or offer an online option.
Browse the newest events highlighting Spartan expertise:
Making [Art] History Gallery Talk
Jan. 30, 2026, Noon–1 p.m.
Weatherspoon Art Museum, 2nd Floor
Join Weatherspoon curator Elaine D. Gustafson and Leila Villaverde, Ph.D., professor of educational leadership and cultural foundations, for a gallery conversation in the titular exhibition.
Model United Nations (And Beyond)
Feb. 4, Noon–1 p.m.
Foust Building, Room 206 with virtual option
This presentation by Assistant Professor of Political Science Michael Broache, Ph.D., will introduce UNCG’s award-winning Model United Nations program. It will include an overview of the basic structure, the one-credit peace and conflict studies course offered every spring semester, and how to get involved in the student-run Model UN Club. Attendees should register in advance.
Intelligent Molecular Systems from Nucleic Acids
Feb. 6, 1–1:50 p.m.
Sullivan Science Building, Room 201
Tianqi Song, Ph.D., assistant professor of nanoscience, will describe the latest advances in research and potential use of nucleic acids.
MFA Writing Program Thesis Reading
Feb. 6, 6–7 p.m.
Scuppernong Books, 304 South Elm Street
Hailie Cochran, who currently teaches freshman composition at UNCG, is one of two MFA candidates presenting their work on this night at the popular downtown locale.
Transnational Teacher Exchanges: Why and How to Become a Teacher
Feb. 7, 9–10 a.m.
Online
This virtual discussion with Drs. Doris Kroiss and Ye He from the Teacher Education and Higher Education program, joined by a professor of the German institution Universität Tübingen, will delve into educator preparation in American and German contexts, shared experiences, and trans-languaging pedagogy and practice.
Women’s Table Talk: Beyond Body Positive
Feb. 27, 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m.
Stone Building, Room 219
This facilitated conversation with Janet Boseovski, Ph.D., and Ashleigh Gallagher, Ph.D., and will encourage reflection, discussion, and practical takeaways for navigating body image pressures at work and in daily life. Lunch is provided.
Verticillins: Reflections over 15 years
Feb. 27, 1–1:50 p.m.
Sullivan Science Building, Room 201
Dr. Nicholas Oberlies, Patricia A. Sullivan Distinguished Professor of Chemistry, breaks down the latest research into this potent fungal compound.
