Nine Minutes to Boost Learning
Kinesiology’s Eric Drollette, Ph.D. talks about movement and cognitive performance, mentorship, and the UNCG community.
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What’s New at the G
UNCG is evolving—new leaders, fresh programs, and campus upgrades are here to kick off the fall semester. Come see what’s new at the G.
Spartan Cyber Guardian Academy Exceeds Expectations
UNCG’s new Google-funded Cybersecurity Clinic is protecting small businesses and nonprofits from emerging online threats while preparing students for high-demand careers. In just one semester, it’s nearly reached its first-year goals.
Cardboard Robot Parade Documentary Showcases at NC Film Festival
The story of UNCG’s popular Cardboard Robot Parade will be one of the features of “Best in Category: Documentary” on August 2 at the festival held in New Bern, North Carolina. Wil Davis, a UNCG media studies lecturer, created the 15-minute documentary and entered it into film festivals across the country.
Libraries, for Your Health
Dr. Noah Lenstra’s “Let’s Move in Libraries” initiative is inspiring libraries in America and around the world to boost healthy living in their communities. The work of the associate professor in UNCG’s School of Education is part of a growing library health movement.
The Economics of Green Hydrogen Draw Fulbright Scholar to Africa
Natural resources, like diamonds, uranium, or lithium, have enormous economic potential for developing countries. Stephen Holland, professor of economics at UNC Greensboro’s Bryan School of Business and Economics, was recently awarded a Fulbright scholarship to travel to Namibia University of Science and Technology’s Energy Institute and explore another natural resource with enormous economic potential for the African country: solar energy.
Is Screen Time Safe for Preschoolers? A UNCG Developmental Psychologist’s Take
Children are introduced to screens earlier than ever. Does handing a tablet to a toddler help or hurt their development? AP Assistant Professor of Psychology Jessica Caporaso looks at what the numbers and the studies really say.
JSNN Associate Dean Finds Joy in Science
From using stamp and element collections to communicate science to developing innovative student programming, Associate Dean Daniel Rabinovich loves the variety he’s found at JSNN.
UNCG Professor Awarded Summer Fellowship Centered on Student Writing Experiences
Dr. Amy Vetter, a professor in Teacher Education and Higher Education has been awarded a fellowship from North Carolina Humanities. She will finalize a systematic literature review around student perspectives of their writing experiences in and out of school.
UNCG Board of Trustees Welcomes New Member and Announces Reappointment of Board Chair
UNC Greensboro announces two appointments by the North Carolina General Assembly to the UNCG Board of Trustees.