UNCG HHS @uncghhs.bsky.social · 05/10/2026We loved seeing so many #alumni at @uncg.edu Homecoming this weekend! 010
UNCG HHS @uncghhs.bsky.social · 25/09/2026@uncg.edu Professor Dr. Kierra Sattler co-authored research that shows kids who've had contact with Child Protective Services are more likely to miss school and feel less connected to school. scienmag.com/children-with-child-pr…scienmag.comChildren With Child Protective Services Contact Miss Far More School ThanNew research from The Ohio State University finds that students with Child Protective Services contact are more likely to be absent from school, are flagged more often by teachers, and feel less 000
UNCG HHS @uncghhs.bsky.social · 23/09/2026Congratulations to @uncg.edu Genetic Counseling Graduate Program Director Lauren Doyle! She was selected as Outstanding Graduate Program Director by the @uncgradschool.bsky.social. Check out why. #HigherEd bit.ly/4hoQVh5bit.lyLauren Doyle Selected as Outstanding Graduate Program Director | School of Health and Human SciencesGenetic Counseling Program Director Lauren Doyle was selected as UNCG's Outstanding Graduate Program Director by the Graduate School staff. Doyle was chosen for her collegiality, professionalism, and ... 011
Reposted by UNCG HHSUNC Greensboro @uncg.edu · 16/09/2026For 20 years, UNCG’s Speech and Hearing Center has been a launchpad for future audiologists. Graduate students from around the country gain real-world experience, serve the Triad, and build the skills they need for successful careers. Read more: www.uncg.edu/news/uncgs-s... @uncghhs.bsky.socialuncg.eduUNCG’s Speech and Hearing Center Celebrates 20 Years of Audiology ExternsFor 20 years, aspiring audiologists from around the country have served the Triad and received hands-on education at UNCG’s Speech and Hearing Center. 001
UNCG HHS @uncghhs.bsky.social · 10/09/2026@uncg.edu is starting an Occupational Therapy Program, and we are hiring for an open rank professor/director of the program. For best consideration, applications should be submitted by Oct. 30. #OT #occupationaltherapy #job bit.ly/4du2GkVspartantalent.uncg.eduAssociate or Full Professor in Occupational TherapyThe Program Director of Occupational Therapy provides academic, administrative, and strategic leadership for the Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MSOT) program. The Program Director is respo... 010
UNCG HHS @uncghhs.bsky.social · 01/09/2026@uncg.edu Kinesiology alum Dr. Cindra Kamphoff spoke on GMA, sharing simple strategies to help students build confidence during the start of a new school year. She encouraged people to manage their inner critic; focus on progress; take small actions; and learn from mistakes. bit.ly/3UqM4nOgoodmorningamerica.comHelping students build and maintain their confidence for back to schoolDr. Cindra Kamphoff, professor at Minnesota State University and founder of the Mentally Strong Institute, is here with tips to help your student build confidence for the school year. 000
UNCG HHS @uncghhs.bsky.social · 31/08/2026Recreational Therapist alumna Belle Downing helps people make an impactful change in their lives using hobbies and games, with skills she learned while earning her degree at @uncg.edu. Read about the impact her professors had on her career. #RT bit.ly/4gREsDmuncg.eduRecreational Therapist from UNCG Uses Leisure to Deliver Trauma-Informed CareBelle Downing ’21, ’22 MS turns hobbies like gardening, music, and games into trauma-informed therapy that helps behavioral health patients rebuild confidence, connection, and joy. 000
UNCG HHS @uncghhs.bsky.social · 24/08/2026@uncg.edu #Kinesiology Professor Dr. Alan Chu knows firsthand about the impact of sport psychology. That makes it extra special to be selected as the head of the Research and Practice Division of the AASP. See how he's making a difference in the field. bit.ly/3U4u4iVbit.lyUNCG’s Alan Chu Takes National Leadership Role in Sport PsychologyUNCG’s resident table tennis expert, Dr. Alan Chu, is taking a national leadership role in helping shape how sport psychology is researched, taught, and practiced in the years ahead. 000
UNCG HHS @uncghhs.bsky.social · 19/08/2026@uncg.edu Recreational Therapy alumna Allie Arpajian is leading Greensboro's historic The Carolina Theatre as it approaches its 100th anniversary. See how her experience at UNCG prepared her for her career. #theatre #recreationaltherapy #highered bit.ly/3U5m6pKmagazine.uncg.eduUNCG alumna leads Carolina Theatre | UNCG MagazineGreensboro’s Carolina Theatre, originally a vaudeville theater featuring silent films, has made the city vibrant for a long time. “2027 will be our centennial of the theater,” says Executive Director ... 010
UNCG HHS @uncghhs.bsky.social · 13/08/2026We're happy to announce that new @uncg.edu Kinesiology professor, Dr. Joel Martin, is the recipient of the Tactical Strength and Conditioning Professional of the Year award from the National Strength and Conditioning Association! #HigherEd bit.ly/3StAzuY 000
UNCG HHS @uncghhs.bsky.social · 07/08/2026Looking to expand your knowledge of physical activity in disease prevention? Listen to an #NIH webinar featuring @uncg.edu #kinesiology professor Dr. Jaclyn Maher on Aug. 11. @uncgresearch.bsky.social bit.ly/4fTtU4P 010
UNCG HHS @uncghhs.bsky.social · 05/08/2026@uncg.edu students recently studied abroad in Jamaica, getting firsthand experience in global #healthcare. Students saw public health in action and promoted education awareness in the community, while expanding their view on healthcare access, equity and community well-being. bit.ly/3RtiBINbit.lyUNCG Trip to Study Healthcare in Jamaica Promotes Deeper Learning | School of Health and Human Sciencesuring the two weeks the students were on the trip, they shadowed clinicians at medical centers, toured a public and private hospital, worked alongside doctors doing medical outreach, promoted educatio... 022
UNCG HHS @uncghhs.bsky.social · 03/08/2026Internships can be a valuable way to gain experience in a career field. See how @uncg.edu students have spent their summers learning in their chosen fields. #highered #recreationaltherapy #dentistry bit.ly/4fvyd7Jbit.lySummer Internships Prep Spartans for Career SuccessMeet some tenacious Spartans who used their summer breaks to build work experience, maximizing their marketability for post-graduation job searches. 000
UNCG HHS @uncghhs.bsky.social · 16/07/2026At @uncg.edu's Camp SpeakaLot, campers discover that a stutter doesn’t define their voice. With support from student clinicians and faculty, they build confidence, learn communication strategies, and have fun. #research #camp #slp hhs.uncg.edu/campers-find...hhs.uncg.eduCampers Find Their Voices at UNCG's Camp SpeakaLot | School of Health and Human SciencesFor one week of the summer, about a dozen kids gather on the outskirts of Greensboro at Piney Lake. They canoe. They swim. They jump on a giant water trampoline. They act in plays and do yoga and craf... 011
UNCG HHS @uncghhs.bsky.social · 06/07/2026What does “good parenting” look like? New #research by @uncg.edu Human Development and Family Studies alumna Angel Dunbar suggests the answer may depend on a family’s circumstances. #parenting #families www.bps.org.uk/psychologist...bps.org.ukThe sense in ‘no-nonsense parenting’ | BPSMaggie Jackson looks at emerging research around contexts of precarity. 000
UNCG HHS @uncghhs.bsky.social · 17/06/2026The sports industry is booming, and careers in sport management are growing fast. @uncg.edu now has an online Master’s in Sport Management & Recreational Therapy degree for working pros ready to lead. www.uncg.edu/news/game-changing-new…uncg.eduGame-Changing New, Online Master’s in Sport Management and Recreation TherapySport management is a growing industry, and UNC Greensboro is preparing the next generation of leaders to meet the demand. The new fully online Master of Science in Sport Management & Recreational The... 021
UNCG HHS @uncghhs.bsky.social · 03/06/2026A partnership between @uncg.edu and the Montagnard Association of North Carolina is addressing critical health disparities. #Researchers are working alongside community leaders to tackle challenges like high blood pressure, food insecurity, and mental health. #publichealth bit.ly/4fgSqynbit.lyMontagnard Association of NC raises money for health and wellness centerThe center will help connect the community to mental health support and provide a space for the elderly experiencing homelessness. 021
UNCG HHS @uncghhs.bsky.social · 28/05/2026@uncg.edu Community and Therapeutic Recreation grad student Camrahn Jamison is one of only 2 students nationally to receive a student scholarship award from the @NRPA. Congratulations on this achievement! hhs.uncg.edu/community-an...hhs.uncg.eduCommunity and Therapeutic Recreation Masters Student Wins National Scholarship | School of Health and Human SciencesMasters student Camrahn Jamison is the recipient of one of two 2026 National Student Scholarship Awards from the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA). 000
UNCG HHS @uncghhs.bsky.social · 14/05/2026We're headed into warmer weather. How much water do you need to stay hydrated? @uncg.edu Nutrition professor Dr. Heather Colleran tells you what you need to know and what happens when you don't get enough. #hydration #nutrition bit.ly/4upBpqBbit.lyThis Is Exactly How Much Water You Should Drink a DayExperts share tips for staying hydrated during intense workouts, and offer a verdict on whether electrolyte drinks are worth the hype. 020
UNCG HHS @uncghhs.bsky.social · 13/05/2026Congratulations to the seven recipients of our annual staff and faculty awards! Many in HHS have done outstanding work at @uncg.edu this year, but these individuals really stood out. bit.ly/3R6qAe6bit.lyHHS announces faculty and staff awards | School of Health and Human SciencesThe School of Health and Human Sciences announces the winners of our 2025-26 faculty and staff awards. 000
UNCG HHS @uncghhs.bsky.social · 06/05/2026Congratulations to those who were promoted! Dr. McNeil, associate professor with tenure Dr. Caro, academic professional associate professor Dr. Sattler, associate professor with tenure Dr. Drollette, associate professor with tenure Dr. Perrin, professor Dr. Perry, associate professor with tenure 000
UNCG HHS @uncghhs.bsky.social · 28/04/2026@uncg.edu Peace and Conflict Studies Professor Dr. Ali Askerov says #Iran is often misunderstood because analysts overlook its ethnic diversity. Economic hardship fuels protests, but deep ethnic differences make unified national change far more complex. bit.ly/4cT9pnCbit.lyAli Askerov to Gulan: Any Analysis That Overlooks Ethnic Dynamics Risks Misunderstanding Iran 010
Reposted by UNCG HHSUNCG Research @uncgresearch.bsky.social · 22/04/2026Great piece on Dr. Stephanie Irby Coard's Mental Research Institute-funded work to educate adolescents about mental health: mri.org/blog/centering-youth-voices… UNCG HHS UNC Greensboromri.orgCentering Youth Voices: Humanizing Mental Health Through Lived Experience Storytelling — Mental Research InstituteDr. Stephanie Irby Coard at the University of North Carolina Greensboro is leading an MRI-funded project, Centering Youth Voices: Humanizing Mental Health Through Lived Experience Storytelling, that asks a powerful question: what changes when adolescents learn about mental health not through statist 001
UNCG HHS @uncghhs.bsky.social · 21/04/2026@uncg.edu Communication Sciences & Disorders alumnae are putting their education into action at Growing Connections for Pediatric Achievements, by supporting early intervention care and helping children with developmental differences learn, play, and thrive across the Triad. bit.ly/3QPEX6dbit.lyA Child's Place to Play, Grow, and Thrive Led by UNCG AlumnaeShe got a sense of the importance of GCPA — then known as the Greensboro Cerebral Palsy Association — from her very first meeting with its vice president. 000
UNCG HHS @uncghhs.bsky.social · 17/04/2026Congratulations to @uncg.edu Public Health Education Professor Dr. Carrie Rosario, this year's recipient of the Society for Public Health Education Sarah Mazelis Paper of the Year! Read more on her paper and #research. #publichealtheducation @uncgresearch.bsky.social bit.ly/4tnDqTGbit.lyPublic Health Education Professor Wins Award for Paper | School of Health and Human SciencesThe Society for Public Health Education (SOPHE) recognized Public Health Education professor Dr. Carrie Rosario with its Sarah Mazelis Paper of the Year for her paper, “Public Enemy #1: How Many More?... 011
UNCG HHS @uncghhs.bsky.social · 15/04/2026Irakoze Mireye is a dedicated @uncg.edu Social Work student and proud recipient of the prestigious Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship. Irakoze’s cites a study abroad experience for changing her educational mission. #studyabroad bit.ly/425DBqnbit.lyGilman Scholars Gain Access to the WorldWith 278 Gilman International Scholarship Program recipients — the most of any NC university — UNCG is opening doors to the world. Students like Irakoze Mireye and Shelyna Moyer show that access to gl... 000
UNCG HHS @uncghhs.bsky.social · 14/04/2026We are proud to recognize the HHS winners in the @uncg.edu Undergraduate #Research & Creativity Expo. Congratulations to Human Health Sciences student Kennedy Strong, second-place winner, and Public Health Education student Daijah Elliot, third place winner! bit.ly/4vriEUobit.lyUNCG Celebrates Undergraduate Researchers and Their MentorsUNCG announces the winners of the 2026 Thomas Undergraduate Research and Creativity Expo and the recipients of the Thomas Undergraduate Research Mentor Awards. 000
UNCG HHS @uncghhs.bsky.social · 10/04/2026Fourth–sixth grade girls from across Guilford County spent spring break moving, learning, and making friends at @uncg.edu's Active Girls Healthy Girls camp. Through games, wellness activities & HHS mentors, the camp built confidence, connection, and a love of healthy movement. bit.ly/4t2aCjmbit.lyGuilford County Girls Find Fun in Health and Movement | Center for Women's Health and WellnessFor 78 Guilford County girls, their spring break wasn’t a chance to lounge around or watch TV. For three days they were at UNCG for the Active Girls Healthy Girls Spring Break Camp, being empowered and educated in an environment that was focused on incl... 000
UNCG HHS @uncghhs.bsky.social · 06/04/2026@uncg.edu #audiology students are teaming up with #musicians in the School of Music to provide hearing screenings — giving students valuable hands-on experience while helping performers protect their hearing. #HigherEd #StudentSuccess bit.ly/41c3Qv7bit.lyAudiology Students Get Practical Experience Screening UNCG Musicians | Communication Sciences and DisordersUNCG audiology students get hands-on experience screening musicians in the School of Music. 020
UNCG HHS @uncghhs.bsky.social · 02/04/2026Do you know how to present research in an impactful way to a lay audience in a short amount of time? @uncgradschool.bsky.social student and 3MT winner Praveen Pasupathi shares a few tips. #highered #research bit.ly/4c4BtnAbit.lyUNCG Graduate Students Compete to Quickly (and Clearly) Present ResearchThree minutes and one PowerPoint slide or one posterboard to explain years of research. It's all about making a long-term impact on students after time’s up. Competitions and showcases organized by th... 000
UNCG HHS @uncghhs.bsky.social · 31/03/2026Do you know what an ultra processed food is--and how to make a healthier version of it you'll actually eat? @uncg.edu Nutrition Professor Amy Moyer tells you what foods seem good-for-you but aren't, and how to make them more nutritious. #healthyeating #nutrition bit.ly/4s22sG7bit.ly6 Everyday Foods That Are Ultra-Processed—Even Though They Seem HealthyNutrition experts explain what ultra-processed foods are, and that they aren't inherently bad, but you might want to limit or avoid them. They also share surprising foods that are ultra-processed, suc... 000
UNCG HHS @uncghhs.bsky.social · 27/03/2026Through the @uncg.edu Light the Way campaign, HHS continued its vital work addressing some of the most pressing issues. Thank you to every donor who believes in the power of education, research, and service. You lit the way for the next generation. #HigherEd bit.ly/4t9m2RP 000
UNCG HHS @uncghhs.bsky.social · 20/03/2026We are proud to have @uncg.edu Public Health Education Professor Dr. Jennifer Erausquin as a faculty member in HHS, and are so glad she's been recognized for the tremendous impact she has as a #research mentor! bit.ly/4lztm6Nbit.lyErausquin wins 2026 UNCG research mentor award, tenured category | Undergraduate Research, Scholarship & CreativityDr. Jennifer Toller Erausquin has been selected as the 2026 recipient of the UNCG Thomas Undergraduate Research Mentor Award in the tenured faculty category. 000
UNCG HHS @uncghhs.bsky.social · 17/03/2026It's time for @marchmadnesswbb.bsky.social! Do you know how much work goes on behind the scenes to ensure players are ready? At @uncg.edu, our students in departments like #Kinesiology, #Nutrition, and Public Health Education are preparing to be the next leaders to power performance. bit.ly/471DHm6 011
UNCG HHS @uncghhs.bsky.social · 09/03/2026@uncg.edu Human Development &Family Studies Professor Stephanie Irby Coard offers tips to get children to think for themselves beginning at a young age--and says why it's so important. #childhooddevelopment #research @uncgresearch.bsky.social bit.ly/4uqoqoWbit.ly5 Little Ways to Teach Kids to Think for Themselves—Starting as a BabyEvery parent hopes to raise a kid who doesn't follow the crowd, but it can be easier said than done. Here's how experts say you can help your kid be their own person. 000
Reposted by UNCG HHSUNCG Research @uncgresearch.bsky.social · 03/03/2026Congratulations to @uncg.edu doctoral student Lexi Kier on being named an RWJF Health Policy Research Scholar! Her work challenges us to rethink athlete health, looking beyond performance metrics to long-term physical and mental well-being. Learn more: www.uncg.edu/news/rewriti...uncg.eduRewriting the Playbook on Athlete Health: Kier named RWJF Scholar | UNC GreensboroUNCG's Lexi Kier has been named a Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Health Policy Research Scholar, a prestigious national distinction for doctoral students whose research has the potential to shape heal... 022
UNCG HHS @uncghhs.bsky.social · 05/03/2026@uncg.edu Department of Nutrition Professor Laurie Allen talks about the importance of #fiber in your body and what could happen if you don't get enough. @uncgresearch.bsky.social bit.ly/4b7RNTYbit.lyWhat Happens to Your Body When You Don’t Eat Enough Fiber, According to Nutrition ExpertsA low fiber intake can lead to constipation and reduced satiety. Over time, it can also increase the risk of colorectal cancer, high cholesterol levels, and unstable blood sugar. To make sure you're g... 000
UNCG HHS @uncghhs.bsky.social · 02/03/2026@uncg.edu Peace & Conflict Studies Professor Dr. Ali Askerov explains the ripple effect of airstrikes in #Iran and what Americans may see going forward. #HigherEd bit.ly/4l4yvUcbit.ly'This is new territory': Triad professors discuss how Iran airstrikes could impact midterm electionsThey say long-term conflicy could have serious blowback to the presidental administration, as well as polticians and candidates who support it. 000
UNCG HHS @uncghhs.bsky.social · 16/02/2026@uncg.edu #Gerontology alumna Susanna Barton is helping people prepare for aging. She launched a business to help others navigate important decisions before a crisis. Barton is encouraging honest conversations about aging—& shows that planning ahead is a powerful act of care. bit.ly/46P0BwDbit.lyGerontology Alumna has Grand Plans | School of Health and Human SciencesGerontology alumna Susanna Barton has grand plans to make end of life care easier. 000
UNCG HHS @uncghhs.bsky.social · 10/02/2026Our Joint Master in #SocialWork students recently helped @guilfordcounty.bsky.social count the unsheltered and sheltered populations during the Point in Time count, seeing what goes on in their communities and helping out. #CommunityMatters hhs.uncg.edu/social-work-...hhs.uncg.eduSocial Work students Participate in Point in Time Count | School of Health and Human SciencesOn Jan. 28, Joint Mater of Social Work (JMSW) students in UNCG/NCAT program participated in the Guilford County Point-in-Time (PIT) Count. 000
UNCG HHS @uncghhs.bsky.social · 30/01/2026Do you know the #nutritional difference between almond butter and peanut butter? @uncg.edu Department of Nutrition Professor Amy Moyer helps separate fact from hype. #nutrition #health @uncgresearch.bsky.social www.marthastewart.com/almond-butte...marthastewart.comIs Almond Butter Healthier Than Peanut Butter? What Nutrition Experts SayAlmond butter vs peanut butter, which is healthier? We asked nutrition experts to explain the nutritional profiles of these two nut butters and how they compare. 011
Reposted by UNCG HHSUNCG Research @uncgresearch.bsky.social · 26/01/2026Pain doesn't necessarily mean gain. Dr. Anne Brady discusses the latest science on muscle building in The Guardian. 💪🗞️ www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle...theguardian.comStrong v swole: the surprising truth about building muscleTraditional bodybuilding advice has been to push workouts to the point of failure, and that soreness is an indicator of effectiveness. But recent studies show there’s another way 001
UNCG HHS @uncghhs.bsky.social · 20/01/2026Did you know there are several simple #exercises you can do without any equipment? @uncg.edu Professors Dr. Brady and Dr. Duffy demonstrate them on @myfox8.com with Cindy Farmer during the Teach Me Tuesday segment. #kinesiology #highered bit.ly/3LoKMpd 021
Reposted by UNCG HHSUNC Greensboro @uncg.edu · 19/12/2025A culture of mentorship among the @uncghhs.bsky.social faculty leads to retention, research, and work-life balance. Learn how two UNCG programs have developed a way to ensure faculty mentoring for the success and retention of junior faculty. www.uncg.edu/news/mentors...uncg.eduMentorship Provides Immeasurable Value to Faculty Members and Advances the Science | UNC GreensboroDr. Laurie Wideman, Safrit-Ennis Distinguished Professor of Kinesiology, knows how much time, energy, and money goes into recruiting faculty members at UNC Greensboro. She believes those same resource... 001
UNCG HHS @uncghhs.bsky.social · 05/01/2026Getting an academic paper published can be hard work. Fortunately, there's another way to do it: the team approach, resulting in writing in days! 🚀 27 Spartans teamed up with ReVel Collab for a 3-day Paper Chase over the winter break. @uncgresearch.bsky.social bit.ly/3LslxSKhhs.uncg.eduLearning a Collaborative Approach to Research Writing | School of Health and Human SciencesWhen you’re a faculty member or a student, writing a paper that will be published in a respected academic journal takes time and effort, and can be daunting. A collaborative, team approach with others... 011
UNCG HHS @uncghhs.bsky.social · 23/12/2025Tis the season for sweets and treats! But @uncg.edu Professor Amy Moyer tells @marthastewartt.bsky.social how we can easily add a little bit of #fiber to our meal, and how good it can be for us. #nutrition #healthyeating www.marthastewart.com/best-high-fib…marthastewart.comThe 8 Best Vegetables to Eat for Fiber, According to NutritionistsFiber is needed for overall health, but many of us don't get enough in our diet. Learn which are the best high-fiber vegetables, plus how to serve and enjoy them at home, according to nutrition expert... 010
UNCG HHS @uncghhs.bsky.social · 18/12/2025#Caregiving can come on suddenly—or grow over time—but more of us are facing that journey. @uncg.edu experts are spotlighting those unique challenges and building better safety nets to help the caregiver. bit.ly/3Y4YK27uncg.eduEstablishing New Safety Nets for Caregivers | UNC GreensboroIt can happen overnight or develop with time, but more American adults find themselves becoming caregivers for a loved one. UNCG experts break down their unique circumstances and how to fill the gaps ... 010
UNCG HHS @uncghhs.bsky.social · 12/12/2025When @uncg.edu student Kat Reyes began at UNCG, she wasn't sure she wanted to stay. But her #kinesiology professors helped her #FindHerWay, and this #FirstGen alumna now has plans to go to grad school. Learn more about this inspiring #UNCGgrad. #HigherEd bit.ly/4iUYigsbit.lyClass of 2025: Hats Off to Kat Reyes | UNC GreensboroAs Reyes explored paths into health care, those memories of high school athletic training kept calling her. That led her to the Department of Kinesiology. 010
UNCG HHS @uncghhs.bsky.social · 11/12/2025Congratulations to our #doctoral students who earned their degrees and are now officially @uncg.edu #alumni! 🎉 🎉 We wish you all the best as you head out into the world! #graduation #highered 030
UNCG HHS @uncghhs.bsky.social · 10/12/2025Our Human Health Sciences students recently wrapped their semester with an interactive #Healthcare showcase, demonstrating different professions. We love to see #education in action at @uncg.edu. #highered 010