Why Choose UNCG School of Education (SOE)
A foundation for meaningful careers—and lasting impact.
- Top-ranked, high-impact programs
- Flexible learning options for working professionals
- Hands-on experiences through internships, fieldwork, and applied learning opportunities
- Comprehensive student support including advising, Praxis prep, and the Academic Support Hub
- Opportunities that expand access and impact including funding, study abroad, and a collaborative community
Where research informs practice—and drives change
As UNC Greensboro advances its research mission, the School of Education is expanding its impact through:
- Faculty-led research that addresses real-world challenges
- Partnerships with schools, communities, and organizations across North Carolina and globally
- Opportunities for students to engage in research, innovation, and applied projects
Real people. Real impact.
Stories that Inspire
- Spartan Voices: Julia Gilmour
Julia Gilmour, Class of 2026, graduated with a degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
Life in SOE
Research in Action
- How Students Learn Social Studies
Dr. Wayne Journell – Publication Spotlight: Featuring recent faculty research and scholarly impact.
What’s Happening at the School of Education
- A Legacy of Literacy: The Teagues’ Gift Continues to Open Doors
Books create possibility and UNC Greensboro School of Education supporters Tommy and Nancy Teague believed that every child deserved access to them. Through the Teague’s Hooked on Books program, many children have been able to access books, opening up their world and their minds. - Dr. Charles Perkins: Homegrown Education Leader
The Rockingham County School System is now being led by one of its own. Born, reared, and educated in Rockingham County, Charles Perkins was sworn in as the superintendent July 1, 2026 following a career in education there. The UNC Greensboro triple graduate is hoping for a seamless transition in the school system and county he’s always called home. - CED’s Chan Featured in Real Simple Story “‘Single and Thriving’ Isn’t Just a Hashtag — It’s a Real Societal Shift”
While some people are single involuntarily, more and more people are choosing the single life intentionally — and loving it.
