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DAN YASAKI RECEIVES THE EXCELLENCE IN TEACHING AWARD

Dan Yasaki

Dr. Dan Yasaki will tell you mathematics is a study of patterns. His students, peers, and superiors in the College of Arts and Sciences saw a pattern of incredible education at UNC Greensboro, which led to him receiving the UNC Board of Governors Excellence in Teaching Award for the 2022-23 year. Their evaluations and … Continued


UNCG chemist receives competitive NSF LEAPS grant

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  Dr. Shabnam Hematian’s new NSF grant will catalyze both science and student research opportunities. Solar panels on a roof. Mitochondria in a cell. A pregnant mom’s connection to her growing baby. All around us – in our car batteries and inside our bodies – energy is transferred through chemical … Continued


Dr. Neelofer Qadir named prestigious Career Enhancement Fellow

Dr. Neelofer Qadir, a UNC Greensboro professor of English, International and Global Studies, and African American and African Diaspora Studies, has been named a Career Enhancement Fellow by the Institute for Citizens and Scholars. The Career Enhancement Fellowship, funded by the Mellon Foundation and administered by Citizens & Scholars, seeks … Continued


UNCG receives top ranking for sustainability master’s program

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UNC Greensboro’s Master of Science in Sustainability and Environment (MSSE) program has been ranked number 10 in the nation for best online master’s in sustainability and green technologies, according to Academic Influence.  Housed in the Department of Geography, Environment, and Sustainability, UNCG’s MSSE program is the only master’s program in … Continued


College of Arts & Sciences honors faculty and staff

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On Monday, May 2, the College of Arts & Sciences held its annual End-of-Year celebration to honor faculty and staff for excellence in teaching, advising, service, and more. The event was held in Cone Ballroom with Dean John Z. Kiss delivering remarks. View photos from the event below. This year’s … Continued


CAS faculty, staff honored for years of service

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The College of Arts & Sciences (CAS) at UNC Greensboro will hold its annual end-of-year celebration on Monday, May 2, 2022 at 2 p.m. in the EUC’s Cone Ballroom. Among the many faculty and staff to be honored are those individuals celebrating a milestone for years of service. Please join … Continued


Faculty promotions and tenure announced

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The following faculty in the College of Arts & Sciences were approved for promotion and tenure by the Board of Trustees on March 24, 2022. “This is a major milestone and accomplishment in our faculty’s academic careers,” said Dr. John Z. Kiss, dean of the College of Arts & Sciences. “I extend … Continued


Dr. Mitch Croatt appointed Marie Foscue Rourk Professor

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UNC Greensboro Provost Debbie Storrs and Dean John Z. Kiss (College of Arts & Sciences) have announced that Dr. Mitchell Croatt will be appointed the Marie Foscue Rourk Professor of Chemistry beginning January 1. In making the announcement, they noted that Croatt is an exceptional scholar and researcher, teacher, and … Continued