This award recognizes exceptional achievements and significant contributions to the recipient’s profession or community/society or university. The recipient exemplifies outstanding professional and personal development either through traditional channels or innovative approaches. This alumni honoree may be selected from among any of the eight departments and 2 programs of the School,… Continue reading…
The HHS Public Service Award may be given to an individual or group who, in his or her role as a member of the faculty (including emeriti faculty), staff, administration, or as alumni or friends, has made an extraordinary contribution to the mission and advancement of the School of Health… Continue reading…
This award is for an alumnus/a who has served as a pioneer in his/her field of study and who has tirelessly given of his/her treasure through time or talents spanning a number of decades. This honoree may be selected from among the alumni of any of the eight departments and… Continue reading…
The Distinguished Alumni Award is the highest honor given by the School of Health and Human Sciences to its outstanding alumni. It recognizes persons who have attained national and/or international stature through their achievements in teaching, scholarship, service administration, or leadership, creative endeavors, human relationships and inspiration. The 2016 HHS… Continue reading…
Social Work Ms. Hart graduated with a Bachelor of Social Work in 2012. While at UNCG she was a Civic Engagement Fellow with the Office of Leadership and Service Learning. She recruited UNCG students to volunteer at Avalon Community Center for Refugees resulting in a 20% increase of volunteers. She… Continue reading…
Public Health Education Captain Benhammou earned a Master of Public Health from UNCG in 2011. He is a highly decorated officer of the United States Air Force who brings great pride to the Department of Public Health Education and to UNCG. While at UNCG, Captain Benhammou authored, along with faculty,… Continue reading…
Peace and Conflict Studies Mr. Murray received a Master of Arts in Conflict Resolution from UNCG in 2014. He attended the program while working full time for the City of Greensboro where he has worked since 1999. His commitment to the program was evident during his time as a student… Continue reading…
Nutrition Dr. Auld earned a Bachelor of Science in Exercise and Sport Science (now Kinesiology) in 2000 and a PhD in Nutrition in 2006. She has a long history of service to her department, school and university from her time as a student up to and including her current role… Continue reading…
Kinesiology Ms. Simmons earned a Bachelor of Science in Physical Education in 1975 and a Master of Sciences in PE in 1984. She has taught physical education in North Carolina and Virginia since her graduation. Since 1998, she has taught adapted physical education in Guilford County Schools and she shares… Continue reading…
Human Development and Family Studies Dr. Adamson earned a Master of Science in 2002 and a PhD in 2006, both from the Department of Human Development and Family Studies at UNCG. While at UNCG she served as President of the Graduate Student Association, served on the Provost’s Student Advisory committee,… Continue reading…
