Winter 2025
University News
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The grants, each of about $1 million, will expand college access in rural areas and have upgraded the University's fine-arts center.
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University moves up the list when schools' percentage of disadvantaged students is factored in.
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Grant from Foundation for a Healthy Carolina helped Doctor of Occupational Therapy program get clinic off the ground.
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Lisa Ammons, Brad Baldwin, Jennifer Knox and Johnny Tillet joined the board in 2025.
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Wingate enrolls large freshman class; Ellis new School of Ed dean; Special Olympics national champion; Health sciences scores high
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As provost, Dr. Laura Hunt is the University’s chief academic officer, responsible for undergraduate, graduate and professional degree programs, as well as student life and academic support functions.