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Lauded Writer and Emeritus Professor Fred Chappell Is Remembered

Fred Chappell

Fred Chappell, one of North Carolina’s most celebrated writers, has died at age 87.   He taught at UNC Greensboro for 40 years, joining in 1964. More than anyone, he made the UNCG MFA in Creative Writing program one of the finest in the nation.  His poetry, essays, and novels … Continued


Class of 2023: Dana Broadus, Writer, Explorer and Scholar

Dana Broadus

Growing up in the small town of Clayton, North Carolina, Dana Broadus was already dreaming of exploring faraway places and writing the stories of the characters she met there. But she had no idea how her world would expand once she became a Spartan.

By the time Broadus was considering college, she had already published a book.


The Last Lecture featuring Dr. Denise Baker

The Last Lecture is an opportunity for retiring professors to reflect on a career in higher education and what they have learned over their years in the classroom.


Dilruba Ahmed and Thomas Calder Poetry and Fiction Reading

  The MFA Writing Program at UNC Greensboro and The Greensboro Review will host a poetry & fiction reading by Dilruba Ahmed and Thomas Calder on Friday, October 27th at 6:00 PM at at Scuppernong Books, 304 S. Elm Street. The event is free and open to the public and … Continued


English Department Homecoming Event

  Join the UNCG Department of English as we welcome our returning alumni, renew our connections, and celebrate our achievements!   UNCG English Department 336-334-5311 View Organizer Website [email protected] Add to calendar Google Calendar iCalendar Outlook 365 Outlook Live


The Last Lecture Series with Dr. Denise Baker

@ The Last Lecture is an opportunity for retiring professors to reflect on a career in higher education and what they have learned over their years in the classroom. Join the English Department as they celebrate the career of retiring professor, Dr. Denise Baker. These events are made more meaningful … Continued