UNCG Dissertation on American Medicine Wins Southern Historical Association Prize
The distinction places Parker and the university’s graduate history program among the strongest in the nation.
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CAS launches research-focused radio show on 103.1 FM
The College of Arts & Sciences Dean’s Office is launching a radio show dedicated to showcasing faculty research. The show will air on UNCG’s student-run campus radio station, WUAG 103.1 FM, on Tuesdays, 11 AM – 12 PM. Called Research T at the G: Arts and Sciences and Every Thing In Between,… Continue reading…
Opportunity, Discovery & Growth: Inside UNCG’s Undergraduate Research Fellows Program
“You don’t have to know everything. Just take the first step. Whether you go to graduate school or into the workforce, research helps you develop so many skills. It’s not just for future academics – it’s for anyone who wants to grow.”
Spartan Entrepreneurs: Yvette Gadson ’20 Turns a Class Project into a Travel Business
“I never imagined that I would even be an entrepreneur. Granted, it’s my side hustle, but I never thought I would be doing something that I love so much,” Gadson says. “I owe it all to my BPS program.”
In Memoriam: Dr. Robert C. Hansen
Dr. Robert (Bob) Hansen, Emeritus Professor of Theatre and former Associate Dean of the College of Arts & Sciences passed away on October 20, 2025.
ARTS & SCIENCES DEAN’S OFFICE TO FUND UNDERGRAD ASSISTANTSHIPS
The College of Arts & Sciences Dean’s Office will support up to 10 undergraduate research or creative work assistantships in the spring and summer terms in 2026. These opportunities should provide training and hands-on research or creative work experience for undergraduate students. Students should work on a faculty-led research or creative project. Students should not… Continue reading…
What’s New in the College of Arts & Sciences?
The College of Arts & Sciences is buzzing with fresh leadership, exciting academic offerings, and new spaces designed to support students and faculty alike. From the arrival of Dean Kelly Joyce to a new esports major, revamped curricula, innovative equipment, and a monthly open mic night, this year brings bold developments that reflect the college’s forward momentum.
Read on to discover the people, programs, and places shaping the future of the college.
Announcing the 2025-26 Harriet Elliott Lecture Series: ‘The Art of Connecting’
Save the dates for UNC Greensboro’s premier lecture series, hosted this year by the Department of Communication Studies. This year’s series explores “The Art of Connecting.” With a focus on storytelling, podcasting, community-based media, and local music and arts-based collaborations, our speakers and performers invite you to a series of live and interactive events designed to help us share more engaging stories and create the kinds of connections that can make a difference in our world.
A Message From Dean Kelly Joyce
It is my pleasure to welcome everyone to the start of the fall term. Campus is bustling with faculty, students, and staff. There are also rumors of a person riding a horse on campus. The UNCG energy is wonderful to experience.
CAS Welcomes Michael Watson as Senior Director of Development
The College of Arts & Sciences (CAS) at UNC Greensboro is pleased to welcome Michael Watson ’11 as its new Senior Director of Development, effective August 25, 2025.
A proud Spartan and Greensboro native, Watson brings extensive experience in university advancement and a deep personal commitment to the transformative power of public higher education. He returns to the College after previously serving in the development office at UNCG’s Weatherspoon Art Museum.