School launches continuing education course on neurodiversity
UNC School of Social Work launches continuing education course focused on equipping participants with the tools to support neurodivergent students.| UNC School of Social Work
Elon University School of Law welcomes four new members to its full-time faculty this fall, bringing rich legal and teaching experience to programs in Greensboro and Charlotte. At the Greensboro campus, Assistant Professor of Law Shilanka Lewis will teach torts and wills and estates, while Assistant Professor of Law Chelsea Millington will lead courses in […]| New Elon Law faculty bring legal experience, engaged teaching | Today at Elon...
Each second Tuesday of the month from 7 to 8 p.m., a different scientist will present engaging science at Burlington Beer Works in downtown Burlington, North Carolina. All Tectonic Plates events are free and open to the public, and you can expect a lively event in a relaxed atmosphere without all the technical jargon. Tectonic […]| New Elon Law faculty bring legal experience, engaged teaching | Today at Elon...
Elon’s School of Health Sciences is welcoming 12 new faculty members across multiple disciplines in the 2025-26 academic year. “I’ve been especially energized by Elon’s collaborative culture and the momentum within the School of Health Sciences,” said Veronica Marciano, associate professor of physician assistant studies in Charlotte, who joined the faculty in 2025. “The emphasis […]| New Elon Law faculty bring legal experience, engaged teaching | Today at Elon...
Amy Allocco was elected treasurer and executive committee member of the International Association for the History of Religions (IAHR) during the 23rd IAHR World Congress in Kraków, Poland from August 24-30, 2025. A consortium of learned societies for the study of religion around the world, the IAHR was founded in 1950 and has grown to […]| New Elon Law faculty bring legal experience, engaged teaching | Today at Elon...
Assistant professor Rebecca Rebbe was awarded a grant to study how children with autism/DD interact with child protective services to better inform policy and practice. The post Rebbe to investigate outcomes of CPS interactions appeared first on UNC School of Social Work.| UNC School of Social Work
The School of Social Work is pleased to welcome five new clinical faculty members for the fall semester. The post School welcomes five new clinical faculty members appeared first on UNC School of Social Work.| UNC School of Social Work
Assistant Professor Bridgette Thom was awarded a four-year, K01 Research Scientist Development Award to conduct a four-year research study. The post NIH award helps assistant professor study cancer-related financial hardship appeared first on UNC School of Social Work.| UNC School of Social Work
The 2025-26 academic year started out with a flurry of events for UNC School of Social Work students, faculty and staff. The post Welcome Back Week signals return to campus for School of Social Work appeared first on UNC School of Social Work.| UNC School of Social Work
Several Tickle College of Engineering faculty members have been promoted for the 2025-2026 academic year. The post TCE Faculty Receive Promotions appeared first on Tickle College of Engineering.| Tickle College of Engineering
Dr. William Nichols aims to build upon UTD’s interdisciplinary approach to education. “We’ve developed the idea that we need specialists in single fields, but the reality is that in society the discourses blend into each other, and they influence each other. The more we can use a more integrated approach, the better it is for […]| News Center
Dr. Ron Rohrer, UT Dallas’ first faculty member to be supported by the Governor’s University Research Initiative, is one of the leading experts in the field of circuit simulation. Dr. Ron Rohrer, an inventor recognized for pioneering simulation technology for integrated circuit design, joined The University of Texas at Dallas on June 1. Rohrer is […]| News Center
Five members of faculty and staff in Elon College, the College of Arts and Sciences, were honored during Planning Week on Aug. 18, 2025, for their excellence in teaching, scholarship, service-leadership and mentorship. Recipients of the annual awards are nominated by their colleagues and selected by the College’s dean and associate deans. “It is an […]| Elon’s Class of 2029 arrives on campus ready for new connections and opport...
A central tenet of my teaching philosophy is to show students that the skills they are learning today can make a meaningful impact tomorrow. Data is omnipresent in today’s world, and helping students cultivate the skills to understand it ensures they can successfully navigate it in their future careers and lives. From health care and finance […]| Elon’s Class of 2029 arrives on campus ready for new connections and opport...
UNC School of Social Work launches continuing education course focused on equipping participants with the tools to support neurodivergent students.| UNC School of Social Work
A pair of UNC School of Social Work faculty members are part of a multi-university program focusing on psychedelic medicine education.| UNC School of Social Work
UNC School of Social Work doctoral student Emmanuel Amoako has been named a 2025 Grand Challenge Doctoral Fellow recipient.| UNC School of Social Work
Athens State University will host its 4th annual Giving Day on Tuesday, August 5, 2025. Athenian Giving Day was established for the Athens State community to come together and lend […]| Athens State University
During a 12-day immersive journalism workshop at Elon University, 18 high school students explored reporting, storytelling, and media production while gaining firsthand experience in the communications industry.| Today at Elon
From faculty voting to proceed with the establishment of a bachelor of social work program to celebrating the largest graduating class in the School's history, there were many reasons to celebrate. Here is a look back at some of the most memorable moments for our students, staff and faculty during the 2024—25 academic year.| UNC School of Social Work
Panke received her Ph.D. in applied linguistics from the Bielefeld University in Germany. She’s an editor and writer for the blog magazine AACE Review and has adjunct teaching experience at Johns Hopkins University and Cologne University of Applied Sciences in Germany.| UNC School of Social Work
Athens State University is pleased to announce that Cedrick Nkulu will be joining the University as the institution’s Chief Information Officer (CIO). “I am thrilled to join Athens State University, […] The post Cedrick Nkulu Named New Chief Information Officer appeared first on Athens State University.| Athens State University
Part of the American Bar Association’s Rule of Law in America Series, the June 18 panel discussion centered on the need to modernize judicial ethical standards for modern elections.| Today at Elon
Incoming UNC School of Social Work associate dean for research and faculty development shares his research and vision for role.| UNC School of Social Work
Elon Explorers is one of the Student STEM Enrichment Programs (SSEP) in North Carolina.| Today at Elon
Mikhail Antipov, who helped the University of Missouri win its first President’s Cup title as a player in 2024, is back at the scene of the triumph as the new coach of the UT Dallas program. At the 2024 President’s Cup at The University of Texas at Dallas, Mikhail Antipov sat at the final board […]| News Center
Dr. John Ferraris joined UT Dallas in 1975 and helped shape the early years of the chemistry department. During his tenure, he served as chair from 1995 to 2017 and as interim dean of the School of Natural Sciences and Mathematics from 2003 to 2006. Dr. John Ferraris, an accomplished scientist and longtime faculty member […]| News Center
The School of Social Work recently established an advanced standing online MSW program for working professionals pursuing a graduate degree. The program, led by 12-Month Advanced Standing MSW Program Director Tauchiana Williams, will receive applications starting in August and welcome its first cohort of 25 students in April 2026.| UNC School of Social Work
We spoke with Associate Dean for Global Engagement Gina Chowa and Global Engagement Program Coordinator Adam Milano to learn more about their collaborations with international partners, the impact of funding for the work of GSDI and more.| UNC School of Social Work
Dr. Denise C. Park, director of research at the Center for Vital Longevity and Distinguished University Chair in Behavioral and Brain Sciences, retired from The University of Texas at Dallas on May 31 after working for UT Dallas since 2008. Dr. Denise C. Park, the founding director of the Center for Vital Longevity (CVL), retired […]| News Center
Dr. Margaret Owen, whose pioneering work in child development brought together research, student training and community outreach at UT Dallas, will retire May 31. She founded the Center for Children and Families and twice served as interim dean of the School of Behavioral and Brain Sciences. Center for Children and Families (CCF) founder and psychology […]| News Center
UNC School of Social Work Assistant Professor Orrin Ware researches mental health and substance use disorders.| UNC School of Social Work
The UNC School of Social Work’s largest graduating class packed Memorial Hall on May 10 for the School’s 104th annual commencement ceremony.| UNC School of Social Work
The School of Social Work celebrated a former Master of Social Work student and doctoral student with its annual distinguished alumni awards during a brunch at the Tate-Turner-Kuralt Building on Saturday, May 10. The two alumni were later honored during the School’s spring commencement ceremony at Memorial Hall.| UNC School of Social Work
Like The University of Texas at Dallas faculty it recognizes, the Celebration of Teaching Excellence continues to expand its list of honors. The eighth annual event, presented by the Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL) on April 24, included a President’s Teaching Excellence Award for part-time faculty for the first time, bringing the total of […]| News Center
The University of Texas at Dallas honored its latest endowed chairs and professors along with their supporters at an investiture ceremony before honorees’ families, colleagues and friends April 17 in the Edith O’Donnell Arts and Technology Building Lecture Hall. “UT Dallas is one of the nation’s youngest premier research universities,” Dr. Richard C. Benson, UT […]| News Center
For nearly a quarter century, Dr. Ray Baughman conducted innovative research in nanotechnology and mentored generations of aspiring scientists at UT Dallas. “His boundless generosity — with his time, his insights and his enthusiasm — was remarkable,” UTD President Richard C. Benson said. Dr. Ray H. Baughman, a pioneer in the field of nanotechnology and […]| News Center
From left: Dr. Rudi Fasan, a Robert A. Welch Distinguished Chair in Chemistry; Dr. A. Dean Sherry; Dr. Daniela Raciti; and Dr. Gabriele Meloni. Meloni was honored as Fellow, Dean and Cindy Sherry Professor in Chemistry during last year’s investiture ceremony. The University of Texas at Dallas will celebrate its newest group of endowed chairs […]| News Center
Dr. Latifur Khan has been recognized by the American Association for the Advancement of Science for his contributions to machine learning with applications to cybersecurity, social sciences and data management. Dr. Latifur Khan, professor of computer science at The University of Texas at Dallas, has been elected to the 2024 class of American Association for […]| News Center
By M.E. Clary | At the age of 12, Dr. Bei Zeng was already the top chess player in her province in China and a prodigy in a family deeply rooted in the game. By the time she turned 17, after witnessing IBM’s Deep Blue supercomputer defeat the world’s best chess player, her world — […]| News Center
A neuroscience researcher from The University of Texas at Dallas’ Center for Advanced Pain Studies has been selected to receive a seed grant from the Merkin Center at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Dr. Diana Tavares Ferreira Dr. Diana Tavares Ferreira, assistant professor of neuroscience in the School of Behavioral and Brain Sciences, is […]| News Center
Two University of Texas at Dallas professors in the Erik Jonsson School of Engineering and Computer Science have been named IEEE fellows. Dr. Yiorgos Makris, professor of electrical and computer engineering, was honored for his pioneering contributions to machine learning-based design of trusted and reliable integrated circuits. Dr. Weili (Lily) Wu, professor of computer science, […]| News Center
Dr. Sriraam Natarajan Dr. Sriraam Natarajan planned to earn a master’s degree and find a job in computer networking when he came to the U.S. from India in 2001. That changed when he became fascinated with an emerging field that drew few students at the time: artificial intelligence (AI). Natarajan, a professor of computer science […]| News Center
Dr. Zhiqiang (Eric) Zheng Dr. Zhiqiang (Eric) Zheng, Ashbel Smith Professor of information systems at The University of Texas at Dallas, has received a distinguished fellow award from the Information Systems Society (ISS). Zheng joins three other Naveen Jindal School of Management faculty members who previously earned the honor. Dr. Hasan Pirkul, Caruth Chair and […]| News Center
Dr. Ted Moise, who directs the North Texas Semiconductor Institute at UTD, has been honored by the National Academy of Inventors for his groundbreaking work on ferroelectric random-access memory technology at Texas Instruments. During his career at Texas Instruments (TI), Dr. Ted Moise and his team pioneered the development of a memory technology that made […]| News Center
Jim Stallings is signing his last scoresheet after two decades as the face of chess at The University of Texas at Dallas. Stallings will retire this month after 21 years with UT Dallas’ decorated chess program, including 19 as its director. A celebration of his stewardship of one of the University’s lasting symbols of excellence […]| News Center
A research study focused on rural homelessness led by UNC School of Social Work Associate Professor Hsun-Ta Hsu is creating better measurement tools.| UNC School of Social Work
An analysis of American military commitments abroad. A debut poetry collection. A set of micro-essays organized by candy color. These are just a few of the diverse works published this spring by Colorado State University faculty and staff.| SOURCE
UNC School of Social Work Clinical Associate Professor Ronni Zuckerman spent her 22-year career at Carolina helping students find their place.| UNC School of Social Work
The recipients, ranging from staff members to tenure-track professors and fixed-term professors, all of whom help to ensure the School is operating successfully each day, were honored during the final Faculty Senate meeting of the academic year on Thursday, April 24.| UNC School of Social Work
Award-winning writer, speaker, media host and professor Melissa Harris-Perry will serve as commencement speaker for School of Social Work graduates.| UNC School of Social Work
UNC School of Social Work Research Professor Dean Duncan discusses human trafficking and Project NO REST's to reduce youth trafficking in N.C.| UNC School of Social Work
The UNC School of Social Work’s annual Black History Month Research Series challenged participants to examine issues facing Black communities.| UNC School of Social Work
The program, through the Truitt Center for Religious and Spiritual Life, encourages connections and bridge-building across the campus community.| Today at Elon
In the 26 years she’s spent at the School of Social Work, Leach has worked with four different deans, collaborated with hundreds of graduate students and seen the implementation of multiple institutions and centers.| UNC School of Social Work
Now celebrating its 20th year at the School, the Clinical Lecture Series has expanded its reach beyond the School of Social Work community to impact the entire state of North Carolina and beyond.| UNC School of Social Work
A UNC School of Social Work researcher will be part of a more than $15 million grant awarded by the National Institutes of Health.| UNC School of Social Work
We spoke with Chowa about the publication, her decades of social work practice and more.| UNC School of Social Work
UNC School of Social Work faculty member Emily Putnam-Hornstein provided her expertise to a state advisory committee.| UNC School of Social Work
Colleagues, family and friends celebrate the 42-year career of UNC School of Social Work Professor Emeritus Gary Nelson.| UNC School of Social Work
UNC School of Social Work Associate Professor Cynthia Fraga Rizo was announced a Thomas Willis Lambeth Distinguished Chair in Public Policy.| UNC School of Social Work
Tony Moton, an assistant teaching professor of journalism and sports media at the Greenlee School of Journalism and Communication at Iowa State University, spent an eventful two weeks in Chicago this summer for an externship at media outlets and visits to the annual National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) Convention and Career Fair.| Greenlee School of Journalism and Communication
UNC School of Social Work Distinguished Professor Kimberly Strom added a new title to her list of accolades — social work pioneer.| UNC School of Social Work
Interim Director of Practicum Education Amy Levine was selected as part of the UNC Center for Faculty Excellence’s 2024–2025 ADVANCE Leadership Journeys cohort.| UNC School of Social Work
A three-time graduate of UNC, Millicent Robinson joined the School of Social Work faculty this summer as an assistant professor.| UNC School of Social Work
UNC School of Social Work Assistant Professor Sonyia Richardson brings a wealth of academic, clinical and industry experience to her new role| UNC School of Social Work
Two UNC faculty members and a local community partner are pooling their expertise to take a hard look at the effects of structural racism on affordable housing in Durham and Orange counties.| UNC School of Social Work
UNC School of Social Work Research Associate Professor Tonya Van Deinse connects systems to produce better outcomes for community members.| UNC School of Social Work
Looking back in celebration at the most notable moments for the School of Social Work each month during the 2023-2024 academic year.| UNC School of Social Work
Training in digital literacy, digital tools, and platforms should be an ongoing component of professional development for academic advisors.| eCampus News
A trio of faculty members had the opportunity this past year to share their expertise with lawmakers, government organizations, and staff.| UNC School of Social Work
Rachel Goode, recently promoted to associate professor at the School of Social Work, has worked to bridge the divide between research in the areas of obesity and eating disorders.| UNC School of Social Work
UNC School of Social Work Research Assistant Professor Brianna Lombardi investigates the social work workforce with an eye on integrated health care teams.| UNC School of Social Work
An emerging draft charter, the Social Work Coalition on NC Workforce Development, has been established with the mission to diversify and expand the mental and behavioral health and child welfare workforce to not only tackle staffing shortages, but also develop more social work education programs and take part in legislative advocacy to bolster the social work system.| UNC School of Social Work
We spoke with Yopp to learn more about the ways she’s strengthened the School’s social media presence, the key metrics she’s identified and more.| UNC School of Social Work
UNC School of Social Work Dean Ramona Denby-Brinson announced as 2024 Carl A. Scott Lecturer.| UNC School of Social Work
Incoming School of Social Work Assistant Professor Sonyia Richardson shares her research into black youth and suicide as part of a report from the Raleigh News & Observer.| UNC School of Social Work
In addition to its human consequences, cocaine trafficking harms the environment and threatens habitats important to dozens of species of migratory birds, according to a new study co-authored by Nicholas Magliocca, an associate professor at The University of Alabama.| University of Alabama News
University of Alabama Deputy Police Chief Micah Rodgers graduated from the FBI National Academy in Quantico, Virginia, on June 6.| University of Alabama News
The School of Social Work is proud to recognize a number of faculty and staff members who have dedicated years of service to both the School and the state. We highlighted a list of staff and faculty members whose talent and service have helped bring the School continued success.| UNC School of Social Work
School of Social Work alumnus and former Chapel Hill mayor Howard Lee was recognized by UNC as one of four honorary degree recipients.| UNC School of Social Work
Faculty, staff and members of the outside community joined a virtual workshop on Friday, May 17, in a celebration of practicum education partnerships between the School of Social Work and North Carolina communities.| UNC School of Social Work
We spoke with Denise “Dee” Yookong Williams, ‘25 (Ph.D.), to learn about their MHFA student doctoral grant, the growth of mental health first aid training at UNC and more.| UNC School of Social Work
Two North Carolina moms celebrated Mother’s Day a day early with their daughters, who were awarded distinguished alumni awards from the UNC School of Social Work.| UNC School of Social Work
Robert L. Hawkins, Ph.D., has been named to the new position of vice dean at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Social Work, effective July 1.| UNC School of Social Work
A group representing UNC School of Social Work visits Solwezi, Zambia, with longtime collaborators from Rising Fountains Development Program (RFDP), a Zambian nonprofit organization founded in 2000, to learn more about local women’s savings and credit groups.| UNC School of Social Work
The best leaders enable all members of a community to feel a sense of ownership of the mission during a presidential transition.| eCampus News
As workloads become more stressful, more and more educators are feeling the burn--and the educator burnout.| eCampus News
The School of Social Work is pleased to welcome Carolyn West, Ph.D., as the guest speaker for the 2024 annual Bobby Boyd Leadership Lecture Series on March 19, 2024.| UNC School of Social Work
