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Fulbright student from Libya finds a home in PCS
It was just because of the way the educational system of Libya was organized when I was in high school. The education system decides what students study based on their grades. Nothing I wanted was conceivable at the time.Omar Sufian, a student at UNCG
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Professor Studies Homelessness in Public Parks
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The Past, the Present, and Future of Black American Health
When: February 23, 2024 at 3:30-5:00 pm. Where: Bryan Building Room 128 Refreshments to follow the Panel Discussion. Students, Faculty , and Staff are welcome!
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Medical Sociologist Examines Black Women’s Perspectives in Health Care
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Women Making a Difference in Science at HHS
Women in science are celebrated internationally on Feb. 11, but at the UNCG School of Health and Human Sciences, women are involved in significant science and scientific leadership year-round. This research includes lab work, field work, independent study, interdisciplinary projects, and community partners.
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Tips to Stay Healthy in the New Year
It’s not a bad thing that there’s this one time of year for these goals because a lot of people are thinking about making those changes. Dr. Maher, an associate professor of Kinesiology
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Former Kinesiology professor, TOM MARTINEK, furthers his legacy
For the past 30 years, his work through Project Effort has been modeled throughout the world. Its initial purpose was to give elementary school kids plagued with low grades, office referrals, and school suspensions a chance to participate in a values-based after-school program that would help them channel negative energy … Continued
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Kinesiology Grad Kemiah Williams Makes it Happen at UNCG
Being a first-generation student means to ‘make it happen,’ which is a statement I live by because, no matter if I have guidance or not, I will accomplish all that I put my mind to, Kemiah Williams
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Child Care Stars
How do you decide on the right child care facility? A star rating at a North Carolina child care facility can ease the minds of parents and caregivers. The NC Rated License Assessment Project, run by UNCG for nearly 25 years, has helped improve the lives of millions of children in North Carolina and beyond.
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Spartan Athletes Play And Find Their Way
At UNC Greensboro, many students land here because of athletics. Some are offered scholarships, while others choose UNCG because they can walk-on to a team and continue to play a sport they love.
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School Social Work Licensure: Impact Beyond The Classroom
Making a remarkable, real-world impact is at the center of UNC Greensboro’s school social work licensure program. “Our students get lots of touch points throughout the entire bachelor of social work program with volunteering, community service, and then their formal internship.”
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Promoting Peace: Where A Peace And Conflict Studies Degree Takes UNCG Students
A UNC Greensboro student who comes to the Peace and Conflict Studies Department will be matched with dedicated faculty, an innovative curriculum, impactful research, and a commitment to community engagement.
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Former Olympian Redefining Life After Competition At UNCG
Yeong-Jun (YJ) Seo spent most of his childhood playing ice hockey – including in the 2018 Winter Olympics where he competed on the South Korean team in PyeongChang. “As I transitioned out of the sport, I felt I wasn’t really prepared because there wasn’t a lot of support.”
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UNCG Departments Partner to Create Sensory Room
Behind the brick façade of UNC Greensboro’s Ferguson building lies a new escape, both for learning and calming: a sensory room.
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Kinesiology Professor Partners with High Point University in 2 Studies
Researchers at UNC Greensboro and High Point University are collaborating on two studies to improve treatments for concussion and burning mouth syndrome – a complex neuropathic condition that is often seen in cancer patients – also known as glossodynia.
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Kinesiology Professor Stresses the Importance of Strength Training
There are so many instances in our daily lives where having a baseline of strength can determine whether or not we can do things independently or if we need to call in help Dr. DeAnne Brooks
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Professor researches early care & education in Hispanic families
Early care and education (ECE) utilization patterns among young children in Latino households with low incomes show that non parental child care is relatively common for this group, and especially for preschool-age children, who tend to be in center-based programs. At the same time, many Latino preschoolers from households with…
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Audiologist Touts Benefits of Hearing Checks on Health
Untreated healing loss really starts to take away from society, it can lead to depression. Untreated hearing loss can lead to more falls, which can lead to more health concerns. It’s linked to cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and cognitive decline. Amy Myers, Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders
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Kinesiology Professor Offers Tips to Change Behavior for the Better
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GERONTOLOGY EXPERT CITES TIPS TO LIVE LONGER
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Ph.D. student 1 of 6 recipients for national fellowship
Ph.D. student Indya Walker, in the Department of Human Development and Family Studies, recently received a $10,000 mini-fellowship from the Harvard Injury Control Research
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Economic Hardships Common Among Gig & Frontline Workers During Pandemic
Dr. Mathieu Despard wants to understand and address the barriers that prevent Americans from reaching their financial goals: a goal fueled by his past working as a social worker. Before entering academia, Despard held diverse roles that gave him a glimpse into everyday financial challenges.
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Students and Community Partners Essential to UNC Greensboro Nutrition Research
“The first 1,000 days, the period from conception until age 2, lay the foundation for a person’s health later in life.” Her research explores the relationship between food insecurity and health outcomes. She also studies the risk for obesity and related chronic diseases like type 2 diabetes and high blood…
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Student Mohammed Jibriel: Announcing the Interfaith Innovation Fellowship 2023
Mohammed Jibriel is a biomedical and public health professional with backgrounds in molecular biology, emerging infectious diseases, and global health security. His research focuses on exploring the impact of religion on individual health behaviors and outcomes.
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Perko: Changing Young Athletes’ Lives Through 500 Fist Bumps
500 Fist Bumps is the brainchild of Dr. Mike Perko, a professor of public health education at UNCG. He knows the impact a child’s coach can have on their life. Perko first started coaching in 1978 and still remembers his own childhood ice hockey coach, who was there for him…
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Dr. Laurie Wideman: One of the 17 Fellows Inducted into the 2023 National Academy of Kinesiology
Dr. Laurie Wideman was recently named one of the 17 fellows inducted into the 2023 National Academy of Kinesiology. She was inducted at the annual meeting Sept. 30
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Eifert: Creative Aging Network-NC’s New Exhibition Debuts Tuesday
A new art exhibition is debuting in Greensboro curated by the Creative Aging Network-NC. They are inviting the public to meet the artist and attend their opening reception on the campus of the University of North Carolina at Greensboro.
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Public Health Education Double Alum Selected for National Fellowship
Dr. Denzongpa’s interest in learning more about evaluation theory, methods, and the profession and her commitment to integrating new learning from initiative participation within CCPH enabled her to be selected as the only non-faculty fellow, making Dr. Denzongpa’s selection even more notable.
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Doyle: NC’s New Abortion Law Creates New Challenges for Genetic Counselors and Patients
Rachel Veazey, a genetic counselor in North Carolina, is trained in several fields of genetic counseling, but what she really enjoys is getting to know families through their pregnancy journeys. “It’s an honor to support families and help them understand their value system, and what’s happening.”
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Public Health Education Professor Shares Tips on New Covid Vaccine
The survey found that 35% said they don’t trust the government. But UNC Greensboro social epidemiologist Jennifer Toller Erausquin said there are other people with reasonable questions like vaccine safety, effectiveness, why it’s a good idea, and potential for side effects.