Portrait of Tina McEntire.

Vice Chancellor Tina McEntire Announces Retirement in August

Vice Chancellor for Enrollment Management Tina McEntire will retire on Aug. 1. Since she joined the University, enrollment has grown substantially, as McEntire helped UNCG buck nationwide trends at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic and a period of general decline in higher education numbers.

Portrait of Wade Maki.

Wade Maki Appointed to Senior Advisor Position Within UNCG

Maki will serve as a key connector across academic leadership, administrative offices, and the faculty, ensuring strong coordination and execution of institutional priorities aligned with the University’s strategic plan and UNC System goals.

Maj. SaQuang Lam wears Army fatigues while holding a certificate.

SaQuang Lam Awarded Army Commendation Medal

Lt. Col. SaQuang Lam, assistant director of Student Health Services, received this award for his work as the 60th Troop Command’s Chief Information Officer from March 2020–July 2023. The Army says his work was pivotal in strengthening knowledge management systems and enhancing operational readiness across the Command.

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.

UNCG economics faculty Dr. Jeff Sarbaum.

The Gamer, the Barista, and the Man Behind the Books on Economics

Dr. Jeff Sarbaum has personally taught more than 20,000 students economics over 26 years at UNCG. He’s also been at the forefront of making the learning experience fun and relatable for economics students across the United States, earning him this year’s Board of Governors Excellence in Teaching Award.