Thanks to the support from hundreds of Seahawks, more than $24,000 was raised to help academic excellence take flight at UNCW.
The College Excellence Funds at UNCW provide essential, flexible support to meet the evolving needs of our academic colleges. They are uniquely positioned to empower UNCW to soar to new heights and uplift our students, faculty and educational programs.
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Seahawk Sweethearts
We've fallen head over heels hearing about all the love that began at UNCW! From campus crushes to lifelong partnerships, Seahawk Sweetheart stories remind us how UNCW isn't just where futures are shaped — it’s where hearts find their way home. Thank you to all the couples who shared their love story!
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Didn't get a chance to share your story yet? Keep the love going and share your own Seahawk Sweetheart story — it may be featured next year!
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2025 Alumni Association Award Honorees
Robert T. Abbotts '85
Distinguished Alumnus
Laurel Shackleton Hillen Engel '14
Distinguished Young Alumna
Mary Claire (MC) Curran '11
Distinguished Citizen
John Scholz '84
Distinguished Diversity & Inclusion Honoree
Save the date and make plans to celebrate these stellar Seahawks at the Distinguished Alumni Awards Reception during Weekend in Wilmington, June 6 - 8.
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A big thanks to alumni-owned businesses who supported Homecoming festivities!
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