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UNCW’s search for new chief diversity officer begins

Amanda Leahey, Contributing Writer • April 1, 2021

During the Student Government Association’s (SGA) meeting on March 30, it was announced that the search for UNC Wilmington’s (UNCW) permanent chief diversity officer has begun. Donyell...

UNCW administrators prepare to roll out third round of the COVID-19 virus relief

Andrew Lemon, Assistant News Editor • March 30, 2021

Half of this funding will be distributed to eligible students in the form of direct grants, while the other half of the money will go towards administrative costs associated with the pandemic, such as money for testing, vaccinations and personal protective equipment.

Dr. Sabrina Cherry announced as Fall 2021 convocation speaker

Amanda Leahey, Contributing Writer • March 27, 2021

During the Student Government Association’s (SGA) recent election watch party, Sabrina Cherry was selected as the speaker for the UNC Wilmington (UNCW) fall 2021 convocation. An assistant professor within...

UNCW offering in-person and virtual spring graduation ceremonies

Veronica Wernicke, News Editor • March 26, 2021

In light of improving conditions related to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, UNC Wilmington (UNCW) will now offer multiple in-person and virtual graduation ceremonies for spring 2021 graduates. General...

Students and staff receive the COVID-19 virus vaccine at UNCW clinic

Veronica Wernicke, News Editor • March 26, 2021

This week, UNC Wilmington (UNCW) students, faculty and staff started to get their coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccinations at the newly opened vaccine clinic on campus. Appointments were opened on March 24...

UNCW campus police chief retiring

Veronica Wernicke, News Editor • March 24, 2021

During his time at UNCW, Donaldson worked to enhance relationships with other nearby law enforcement agencies, advocacy agencies, and the district attorney’s office. Additionally, he instituted enhanced emergency situations training for officers, dispatchers and UNCW stakeholders.

UNCW COVID-19 vaccine registration now open

Veronica Wernicke, News Editor • March 24, 2021

For this week’s appointments, UNCW received 300 doses of the one-dose Johnson & Johnson vaccine. As more appointments become available, UNCW will send out similar emails with the SignUp Genius registration links.

A closer look at UNCW’s newest vice chancellor, Dr. Lowell Davis

Andrew Lemon, Staff Writer • March 24, 2021

Earlier this month it was announced that the role for the UNC Wilmington (UNCW) vice chancellor for student affairs (VCSA) had been filled. Following a search process spanning many months, Lowell Davis...

Fensom and Wilson win SGA student body election

Veronica Wernicke, News Editor • March 23, 2021

Following a run-off election, the race for UNC Wilmington’s (UNCW) next Student Government Association (SGA) student body president and vice president concluded this week with the announcement of the 2021-2022 winners.

UNC System President Hans visits UNCW

Nicolas Ziccardi, Assistant Opinion Editor • March 23, 2021

Recently, The Seahawk had the opportunity to interview one on one with UNC system President Peter Hans, who stopped by UNC Wilmington to tour the campus and make note of the new projects in the works.

UNCW opens a drive-through community COVID-19 testing site

Veronica Wernicke, News Editor • March 23, 2021

UNC Wilmington (UNCW) will open a free drive-through coronavirus (COVID-19) testing site on campus to serve the Wilmington community. The site will be open starting March 24 and run through April 30. The...

SGA denounces organizations using hate speech against Asians

Veronica Wernicke, News Editor • March 19, 2021

At their recent meeting, the Student Government Association (SGA) passed a resolution denouncing hate speech and microaggressions on UNCW’s campus. Specifically, the SGA denounced the rhetoric used by...