They say it takes 20 years to become an overnight sensation. Sometimes more. And in Tony’s case, it all started during his time at UNC Greensboro, where he first became enamored with the craft of storytelling and the art of theater.
Katie Lambert is just one example of how an education in the arts can translate into real-world success. After starting in UNCG’s School of Theatre, she built a career through internships and hard work, and now serves as manager of digital marketing and design at Warner Bros.
Green’s lifelong passion for music has taken her around the world, but her contributions to the arts can be felt every day in North Carolina, making her a worthy recipient of this honor from UNCG.
From dance studios to art classrooms, meet the graduates who are turning their passion for the arts into a mission to inspire the next generation.
After a long academic pursuit of higher education, Spartans celebrate their achievements by decorating their graduation caps, marking the end of one chapter and the start of another.
She’s an author, artist, fashion designer, and business owner. But above all, she is an ambassador for Native American cultures. Raven Dial-Stanley ’20 reflects on her successes since graduating UNCG.
UNCG’s Smart-Tillman Distinguished Professor of Art History explores the cultural background of telephone wire weaving. For her doctoral research, Elizabeth Perrill, Ph.D., collaborated with South African artists to help preserve and elevate the art form on a global scale.
Hansen’s decades of dedication to education improved the lives of generations of students, particularly in the College of Arts and Sciences and the College of Visual and Performing Arts.
Writing is all about perspective. Before going to medical school, Joey Lew ’19 M.F.A., M.D., wanted to sharpen her poetry skills alongside her skill with a scalpel. Since coming to UNCG, she’s published her debut book about the unique perspectives of patient and doctor.
Launched last fall in the School of Art, UNCG’s animation lab is designed to inspire future animators. With professional-grade tools for 2D and 3D projects, the lab has quickly become a go-to space for students, positioning the University to stand out in animation education.