UNCG audiology student Autumn McNeill takes hearing readings.

Audiology Students Boost Hearing for UNCG Musicians

Students in the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders conducted annual hearing screenings on School of Music students to ensure they are properly protecting their hearing. The cross-campus collaboration provides hands-on experience for audiology students while conducting a valuable service to UNCG musicians.

Carina Young dances in the studio.

Class of 2026: All the World’s a Stage for Carina Young

Like many dancers, she dreamed of studying in New York City, but a dance teacher told Carina Young that UNCG’s School of Dance was the place to be. Through the BFA program, she became a well-traveled performer, taking excursions to South Africa and Italy.

Student Sofia Aguilar walks holding art supplies.

Class of 2026: Sofia Aguilar Draws Upon Her Heritage

Art has always been a part of Aguilar’s life. It led her to check out UNCG, and all her experiences convinced her to stay for her master of fine arts. Her professors encouraged her to explore her Mexican roots, inspiring some of her favorite creations.

UNCG graduate Christian Bartney poses on the Commencement stage.

Class of 2026: Directed By Christian Bartney

Theatre brings out all facets of Spring 2026 tassel turner Christian Bartney’s personality: actor, dancer, and musician. At UNCG, he found his passion for choreography. He emerged as a leader among dance and his fellow drama students during productions like “Carrie” and “Lempicka.”

a woman in a cap and gown by the bell tower

Class of 2026: Swee Paw Goes From Introvert to Classroom Leader

Lah “Swee” Paw never imagined herself leading a classroom—but during her practicum, she discovered her voice, her confidence, and her calling. Now a first-generation college graduate, she’s heading into her own Kindergarten classroom this fall.

Dr. Kaira Wagoner shows a small beehive to children.

How Does Your Garden Grow? The Buzz about the UNCG Bee Campus

After graduating, Dr. Kaira Wagoner ’11, ’15, PhD., stayed on at UNCG and is now director of the Plant & Pollinator Center. She’s a leader in honeybee protection across Greensboro, spreading her knowledge through the Bee Campus and through local classrooms and parks.

a woman plays a zylophone

Pubantz Artists in Residence Bring Bold Ideas to Life for Expo 

The Pubantz Artists in Residence program at UNC Greensboro’s Lloyd International Honors College asks students for bold ideas, and the 2025-26 artists are ready to meet the moment. In preparation for the Carolyn and Norwood Thomas Undergraduate Research and Creativity Expo April 7, four artists in residence produced complex works that range in theme from sustainability and script analysis to Christianity in the American South and human relationships with artificial intelligence.