Kimber Heinz ’09 MA, ’16 MA is a curator of political and economic history for North Carolina Museum of History. She considers herself a steward as she works with artifacts significant to the United States’ 250th anniversary.
Sport management is a growing industry, and UNC Greensboro is preparing the next generation of leaders to meet the demand.
The new fully online Master of Science in Sport Management & Recreational Therapy is designed for working professionals ready to advance their careers in sport, athletics, and recreation. With flexible coursework, real-world experiences, and strong industry connections, students can gain the skills they need to lead without putting their careers on hold.
Anna Freeman Moore ’23 MA, a curator at the State Capitol, spends her days telling the stories of North Carolina in ways that appeal to visitors from all over the country.
Before becoming the 2026 National Principal of the Year, Spartan Jason Johnson was a high school kid in Durham watching the way his own principal at Hillside High School worked.
Sage Short ’26 MFA was named poetry editor of “The Greensboro Review” in her second year at UNCG. She’s another link in the long chain of influential writers to come out of the creative writing program over many decades.
Step inside UNCG greenhouses, where desert plants, tropical species, and native North Carolina flora bring biology to life. Greenhouse Manager April Harris supports hands-on learning and research that tackles real-world questions, from food insecurity to forest restoration.
Ernest Dollar ’93, director of museums for the City of Raleigh, believes in making history feel relevant to people’s lives. As the United States prepares for its 250th anniversary this summer, he helps bring centuries-old milestones to life for new generations.
Dr. Koyah Rivera is transforming student success with a blend of positivity, mentorship, and evidence-based academic support, encouraging retention to address the national nursing shortage.
Light the Way was more than a giving campaign. It became a bold movement, rooted in UNCG’s legacy of breaking down barriers and focused on a brilliant future. Its impact has transformed graduates’ lives, and the $266 million raised is just the beginning.
The assistant professor of consumer, apparel, and retail studies lives out her childhood dream of fashion design. As featured in the Bryan Business Report, one of her sustainable hand-knitted garments won one of the highest honors in her field, the Sandra Hutton Award for Excellence in Fiber Arts.
