Call Goes Out for Fall 2025 Commencement Volunteers
The school year may have just started, but now is the time to sign up as a volunteer for the commencement and doctoral hooding ceremonies. This fall, they will be held on Dec. 11 and 12.
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Cheer on Men’s Basketball at Home Opener
Students will meet at the fountain for some Spartan Madness, then march to Fleming Gym as UNCG takes on Elon on Nov. 8. Faculty and staff can join in too. Get your discounted tickets and be part of the fun.
‘Three Minute Thesis’ Finalists to Present on Nov. 6
See 10 finalists compete for the most efficient presentation. Their topics include feeding practices in Ghana, mindfulness’ impact on anxiety, and faith-informed medical decisions.
Help Stock Spartan Open Pantry
From Nov. 6-20, Staff Senate will run its “Cornucopia of Care” drive to collect food and hygienic products for Spartan Open Pantry. See the list of most-needed items and locations of drop-off sites.
2025 Research Magazine Launches
In this issue, follow UNCG researchers’ search for cancer-killing compounds found in fungi. Explore innovative, immersive tools transforming the arts. Learn about new initiatives positioning N.C. as a center for military defense, battery, and energy tech. These are just some of the ways you’ll see we’re improving the health and safety of our communities.
Next Steps in Communications Integration
University Communications has begun bringing together key staff from other units. A new timeline lays out how and when departments will make changes.
Faculty and Staff Present: November 2025
Enjoy classics by Tchaikovsky and Mozart or celebrate the premiere of music by faculty composer Mark Engebretson, D.M. You can also stimulate your mind with topics about the ramifications of AI and the Internet as time passes.
School of Nursing Conducting Training Simulation on Campus
At Foust Park and around NIB, you may notice actors, emergency personnel, and School of Nursing members acting out a mass casualty event. The School is holding this simulation on Oct. 29 to prepare nursing students for real-world scenarios where they may need to take quick, life-saving actions.
Nominations Open for Research Excellence Awards
It’s that time of year that UNCG looks for two faculty members whose exceptional contributions to their field deserve special recognition. Nominations for the two categories will be accepted through Dec. 1.
Coalition for Global Languages and Cultures Puts Out Call for Grant Applications
Faculty may now submit their applications for up to $3,000 funding through the Benjamin “Benji” Chang Grant until Dec. 15. Projects should support the CGLC’s mission of addressing educational and sociocultural well-being of diverse language communities.