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April 28, 2023
Professor Karen Barton’s unprecedented nine Fulbright awards have taken her across five continents — North and South America, Africa, Asia and Europe — allowing her to bring the world to her students at UNC.
Recent graduate and Phelps CAP award winner, Shukuru Rushanika '22 overcame adversity, explored scientific research and was honored for his achievements as he developed a deep sense of appreciation for the support and guidance he received during his undergraduate education at UNC.
April 27, 2023
One of the oldest cultural centers in the nation, the spirit of Marcus Garvey Cultural Center remains stronger than ever, celebrating and championing Black culture and history.
October 28, 2022
Fewer doctors in Colorado’s rural communities — combined with increasing demand — creates a health care challenge of growing complexity and may mean reduced care for residents.
A collection of places to go, sights to see and food and drink to try next time you visit Greeley.
UNC’s Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Education programs help teachers bridge the gap.
May 25, 2022
When students take on leadership roles on campus they gain skills for life. Here, three former student leaders share the impacts that those experiences had on their careers.
When UNC’s Combined Chorus returned to the stage to perform with the Greeley Philharmonic Orchestra this past November, it was a long-awaited opportunity to honor choral director Galen Darrough, D.M.A.
May 24, 2022
Through UNC’s McNair Scholars program, senior education major Nicola Anglo-Raymundo worked with Assistant Professor Stacy Bailey, Ph.D., on a research project that helped her define her plans for the future.
October 20, 2021
The Bears are back on the gridiron this fall with Coach Ed McCaffrey at the helm.
This year marks 20 years for UNC’s Stryker Institute for Leadership Development, and the program continues to make a difference for students, and gives them leadership skills to go on and make a difference in the lives of others.
October 19, 2021
Three new deans joined UNC this summer and share a vision for and commitment to student success.
May 18, 2021
With the arrival of 96 new Steinway pianos and an All-Steinway School designation, UNC students have the highest quality instruments at their fingertips.
A team of UNC graduate students and their professor are working to understand the challenges UNC students are facing, and finding ways to help students build resilience and wellness.
Three alumni share the challenges and rewards of working through the pandemic.
December 22, 2020
As UNC considers policy, cultural and systemic changes to address campus climate, conversations bring truth into focus.
UNC has heeded the call of “Rowing Not Drifting” for more than a century through social, political and economic challenges.
Educators have found themselves adapting and working in settings that have distanced them from students and changed how they teach. Here, they share their thoughts and insights from the past six months.
December 17, 2020
UNC’s newest leaders share their thoughts, goals and visions for the university’s future.
July 07, 2020
How UNC adapted to changes from the coronavirus and met the challenge with strength, innovation and care.
A new Ph.D. graduate shares his thoughts about UNC and describes how he felt about defending his dissertation online.
With the decision to move classes online, technology use — and tech support needs — rose to a new level.
Spring 2020 undergraduate student commencement speaker Malaika Michel-Fuller shares her thoughts and insights as May commencement ceremonies were canceled because of the coronavirus.
With campus closing down, two small departments set about the Herculean task of helping faculty move from in-seat classes to remote learning.
July 06, 2020
As the stock market went through its acrobatic reactions to the coronavirus, students in UNC’s SAFF class took the volatile ride in stride — and gained real-world experience in the midst of a financial crisis.
November 25, 2019
Important work is taking place to chart a course for the future of our institution. Through a collaborative process spearheaded by innovators from every department on campus, UNC is transforming our approach to strategically enroll and support every one of our students.
Every fall, the UNC community comes together to welcome students back to campus and move new students into their residence halls. UNC photographers captured the big day to give you a feel for this year’s move-in day.
The Social Research Lab (SRL) at UNC builds a bridge for students to excel in their careers while connecting the community to professional-level research.
April 26, 2019
The newest building on campus will serve as a centralized gateway to student success and events.
Bob and Betty Tointon were looking for ways to give back to their community. That vision turned into a life-changing leadership program for principals and their teams.
Witnessing change on the Antarctic Peninsula
April 25, 2019
Assistant Professor Jacob Skousen focuses on educational leadership and social justice in schools.
January 02, 2019
New UNC President Andy Feinstein has had a busy start to his tenure. Get to Know the First-Year President in this Q&A.
Soccer Without Borders Greeley is one of the bridges that helps Greeley’s refugee and immigrant population adjust to U.S. life. And thanks to a partnership with UNC, it’s also one of the ways that UNC students-athletes cross the bridge from high school to college.
December 21, 2018
How four UNC alumni have taken their careers in unexpected directions with the help of degrees that went deeper than job skills.
UNC’s Center for Urban Education builds bridges with urban schools.
May 17, 2018
Football provided a path to college for Samad Hinds, and an escape from the violence of his hometown.
Musical Theatre students spent spring break in New York City performing and gaining onstage experience.
Kay Norton will retire as one of UNC’s longest-serving presidents. Here, a look back at the challenges and changes over her 16 years at the helm.
November 21, 2017
Professor Jimmy Dunn and a crew of five students head north for summer research and discovery.
When the moon crossed the sun’s path, UNC students were waiting to shed new light on fast-moving muons.
UNC’s ties to Estes, Rocky Mountain National Park span generations as today’s students continue to trek west for recreation, education and the Colorado experience.
Ed Werder, honored at the Pro Football Hall of Fame, always knew he wanted a career in sports journalism.
May 01, 2017
UNC professor offers his sports-science research to Major League Baseball to help project the next great player
UNC alumni create strong ties between campus and the Greeley community as they create buzz and businesses around town.
The School of Music welcomes a Bluegrass and Folk program to its notable circle, creating space for a diverse soundscape
Cash-strapped small districts that serve 130,000 students struggle to attract and retain educators amid a shrinking pool of candidates
December 01, 2016
Colorado’s Art Educator of the Year: From Holland to UNC after 24 years serving, creating art in military
Associate Professor Keiko Krahnke lives and teaches ethics, sharing her insights with UNC business students
UNC student Megan Lundstrom knows too well the nightmare of sex trafficking — and she’s founded a nonprofit to help children and women who are victims
“Once a Bear, always a Bear” rings true as UNC graduates mentor current students and share wisdom
May 09, 2016
In the wake of shattering earthquakes and devastating chaos, I experienced glimmers of hope and healing.
Taking a close look at the factors surrounding childhood obesity and its stigmas, UNC researchers are taking steps to help children get fit.
On a perfect fall day in Colorado, the Blue and Gold took center stage as the university community raised the Bear banner high for homecoming.
UNC's new brewing science program serves up chemistry and beer with an innovative, interdisciplinary approach.
May 04, 2016
Champion Paralympian draws on firsthand experience to teach his physical education students
May 03, 2016
The making of UNC’s Performing and Visual Arts Gala
UNC Environmental Studies students dig deep to bring local food to the community for the global good
Their report offers recommendations for improving school safety
