HHS Student Leadership Program

What is the HHS Student Leadership Program?

The HHS Student Leadership program prepares undergraduate students from the School of Health and Human Sciences (HHS) for success after graduation. We do this through a variety of leadership, professional development, and networking experiences.

Eligibility

  • Undergraduate students (with representation across HHS departments)
  • Nominated by their departments (talk to your Director of Undergraduate Studies or HHS Advising office if interested)
  • Rising sophomore or junior (preference given to sophomores)
  • Minimum GPA of 2.7
  • Able to participate in-person for the entire academic year (Fall 2026, Spring 2027)

  • Networking and mentoring: Formal and informal mentoring events where you will connect with alumni, community partners, and others from UNCG
  • Learn who you are as a leader: Participate in workshops and assignments to help you better understand your strengths
  • Prepare for life after UNCG: Feel comfortable “working the room”, talking about your professional goals, and making decisions about next steps after graduation
    • Serve as an ambassador of the School at events like Homecoming and Admissions Open House
    • Earn 3 credits (1 in fall semester; 2 in spring)
    • Practice professional communication, project management, and collaboration skills in real-life contexts
    • Complete a project designed to address a need at UNCG
    • Learn alongside a small cohort of peers

  • Talk to your department’s Director of Undergraduate Studies or HHS Advising
  • Submit interest form by February 20, 2027
  • If selected, attend info session prior to the end of the semester and confirm your intent to participate

2025-26 Cohort

NyAsia Dawson, Leadership Program, 2028

NyAsia Dawson

Social Work

Expected graduation: 2027

Celestina Eshiet, Leadership Program, 2028

Celestina Eshiet

Nutrition

Expected graduation: 2028

Imani Eugene, Leadership Program, 2027

Imani Eugene

Public Health Education with minor in Social Work

Expected graduation: 2027

Gabrielle Harris, Leadership Program, 2028

Gabrielle Harris

Communication Sciences and Disorders with minor in Human Development and Family Studies

Expected graduation: 2028

Molly Knye, Leadership Program, 2028

Molly Knye

Community and Therapeutic Recreation

Expected graduation: 2028

Destin Oparaugo, Leadership Program, 2027

Destin Oparaugo

Human Health Sciences

Expected graduation: 2027

Emmanuel Perez, Leadership Program, 2027 

Emmanuel Perez 

Human Health Sciences

Expected graduation: 2027

Ethan Rubio, Leadership Program, 2028

Ethan Rubio

Nutrition

Expected graduation: 2028

2025-26 cohort – biggest takeaway

Joi Bulls, Associate Dean for Undergraduate Affairs

Dr. Joi Bulls

jwbulls@uncg.edu

Program Director

Larissa Witmer

Larissa Witmer

lkwitmer@uncg.edu

Program Director