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UNCW ALUMNI NEWSLETTER

December 2025 & January 2026
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Share Seahawk Spirit This Holiday Season
Bring a little UNCW cheer to your celebrations. Print and create your own UNCW-themed gift boxes — perfect for tickets to Homecoming events, UNCW collectibles and other fun ways to share your Seahawk pride with family and friends near and far.

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The Coast is Calling
Fall in love with UNCW all over again during Homecoming — with dozens of in-person and virtual opportunities to reconnect with fellow Seahawks and create new memories.

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Meet our Newest Graduates
Earlier this month we celebrated more than 2,400 new alumni who just crossed the stage to begin their next chapter. Join us in cheering them on every step of the way!

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Help Seahawks Soar
Giving to UNCW fuels student success, strengthens communities and drives solutions to global challenges. Your support creates life-changing experiences — starting now.

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University Updates

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Environmental Sciences Update
Explore the latest Leaf Brief (PDF) to learn about new curriculum students are flocking to, recent awards and career opportunities, along with the department's latest merchandise.

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UNCW's Coastal Classroom
Discover UNCW’s coastal impact in the latest UNCW Magazine — from innovative flooding research and turtle conservation to alumni-led oyster farming. (Didn't receive it by mail? Update your info!)

UNCW Awardees

Digital Safety Starts Early
UNCW’s award-winning Cyber-PARK program is helping young learners build critical digital safety skills — setting them up for success in an increasingly connected world.

UNCW Awardees

Award-Winning Documentary Showcases Global Perspective
Created by Janneke Wade-de Jong ’23M, A Map of the World in Time has earned top honors for its compelling storytelling and creative excellence.

UNCW Awardees

Seahawks Shine on International Stage
Cameron School of Business students and faculty earned recognition for their work through the X-Culture Symposium.

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Athletics Action

UNCW Mens Basketball team

Brooks Field Partnership Announced
UNCW and Jimmy’s Wrightsville Beach are enhacing the game-day experience through a newly renovated 100-seat section in Brooks Field.

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Seahawk Basketball Hits the Airwaves
UNCW Men’s Basketball will be featured on expanded linear broadcast coverage this season — making it easier than ever to cheer from anywhere.

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Honoring a Coaching Legacy
The newly established Jerry Wainwright Scholarship supports future Seahawks while honoring a coach whose impact continues to shape UNCW Basketball.

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Seahawk Stories

Nicolette Fulton

Nicolette Fulton '03
General Counsel, Cape Fear Public Utility Authority

Justin Hickman

Alyssa '16 & Conor '16 MacNair
Founders, N. Sea Oyster Company

Carleigh Sion

Venita Jenkins '25M
Communications Specialist, UNCW

Upcoming Events

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Men's Basketball Reunion
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Jan

23

 

Watson College of Education Alumni Social
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Jan

31

 

UNCW Intercultural Festival
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Feb

9-15

 

UNCW Homecoming
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Mar

10

 

Seahawks at the Stadium: Carolina Hurricanes
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