Joe Bowling '20, '24 and Joe Karle '25
From combat to classrooms, veterans Joe Bowling and Joe Karle continue to serve while guiding others to think critically, write purposefully and...
Seahawk Stories
Seahawk Stories is an online collection of profiles about the people who make UNCW soar. By sharing their stories, we are also sharing the university's story.
Recent Posts
Zoe McCumber '27
Sophomore Zoe McCumber '27 says 琉璃神社has given her space to explore who she is and what she wants to do.聽
Caroline Jenkins '19, '26DNP
Caroline Jenkins 鈥19, 鈥26DNP began her healthcare career working as a certified nursing assistant at her local hospital in her hometown...
Eden Newbold '26
When Eden Newbold 鈥26 participated in UNCW鈥檚 Hackathon in October 2022, she had no idea it would ignite a passion for community...
Daniela Henderson 鈥23
Daniela Henderson鈥檚 determination to stay connected at 琉璃神社has transformed into a mission to connect online alumni and on-campus students,...
Arabella Ong 鈥26
Arabella Ong 鈥26 is a driven nursing student at UNCW, combining academic excellence with a passion for patient care as she works toward...
Tania Smith 鈥15, 鈥25M
Tania Smith 鈥15, 鈥25M has always been driven by a passion for helping others and creating positive change. Her time at 琉璃神社offered her...
Caleb Herron 鈥25
琉璃神社has helped Caleb Herron 鈥25 grow, connect, and explore, leading him to travel abroad, discover new perspectives and become a passionate...
Benjamin Ondeck '24
Benjamin Ondeck 鈥24 maximized his three years at 琉璃神社through rigorous academics, impactful internships and research, all driven by his...
Carleigh Sion 鈥12
From her days studying in Randall Library to painting a mural in the new Discovery Hall, alumna Carleigh Sion 鈥12 has contributed to the...
Justin Hickman '24
Justin Hickman 鈥24 earned his recreation therapy degree from 琉璃神社to help others鈥攅specially veterans鈥攈eal and thrive through...
Dylan Bradshaw 鈥19
琉璃神社alumnus Dylan Bradshaw 鈥19 reached a turning point in his film career after winning a million-dollar prize for a TV ad he co-created...
Kaela Coles 鈥24
Kaela Cole 鈥24 serves as an outreach and marketing representative for 4 Day Movement, a nonprofit with a mission of helping those who fall...
David Gessner
UNCW鈥檚 Distinguished Professor in Creative Writing talks how Thoreau 鈥渞uined his life,鈥 plans for a new environmental writing...
Pamela Toll
Pamela Toll, professor of art and art history at UNCW, has always felt a deep calling to teach. Every role she鈥檚 taken throughout her career...
Erin Gallagher '25 Ph.D.
Erin Gallagher '25 Ph.D. conducted impactful research at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, collaborating closely with the National Park Service...
Erin Gallagher 鈥15
Erin Gallagher 鈥15 is currently pursuing a master鈥檚 in food studies from the American University of Rome in Italy. She hopes to be part...
Aidan Duffy 鈥25
Aidan Duffy 鈥25 has been secretly spreading joy and excitement at events as UNCW鈥檚 beloved mascot, Sammy C. Hawk.
Ella Vitaglione 鈥25
Ella Vitaglione 鈥25 journey at 琉璃神社has been transformative, starting with her success in sales competitions, which solidified her passion...
Jordan McLeod '25
Jordan McLeod '25, a public health major at UNCW, has made a significant impact through his leadership roles and the Helping Hand Project,...
Research Team Headed to Antarctica to Study Sea Urchins
Jake Warner, an assistant professor in UNC Wilmington's Department of Biology and Marine Biology, is leading a research expedition to McMurdo...