Involved
From student government to literary magazines, from club sports to the student-run newspaper to Greek life, the campus’s clubs, organizations and societies are an indelible part of campus life – and our collective memories.
Holly Shields
Leadership
Holly Shields, a junior, is the 2017-18 Student Government Association president. A UNCG Guarantee Scholar, she loves the serenity of Taylor Garden and the liveliness of Fountain View Dining Hall, or “The Caf.” And she values the friendship and support of her sorority sisters.
“Chi Omega has brought me so many beautiful and strong sisters I know I can always count on.”
Did You Know?
WUAG first broadcast in 1964. Thousands of students have honed their skills as radio DJs and interviewers, with internships at broadcasters like ESPN.
WUAG DJ Jen Nelson, 2017
WUAG DJ Janet Hamer circa 1964
“In 1964, Emil Young and I began WUAG-FM as a 10-watt classical music station. I received my FCC license with a broadcast endorsement. Following my work in media, I completed my MFA also at UNCG.
We are Marshals
A campus service organization, Marshals serve at ceremonies and other key events.
Originating in 1893, they are the oldest student group on campus. They are ambassadors and role models, demonstrating academic excellence and commitment to service.
Senior Marshal dress and sash circa 1935
vintage Marshals photo
Photo believed to be an early Greek Week gathering near Hinshaw, 1980s.
Alethian Society Pin circa 1927
1897State Normal Magazine, later known as Coraddi, first published.
1914Student Government Association (SGA) was organized.
1919The Carolinian (newspaper) and the Coraddi (literary magazine) received their current names.
1937Day Students Association was renamed Town Students Association.
1953Elliott Hall, the student union building, opened.
1968The Neo-Black Society was formed.
1978Ralph Wilkerson was first African-American president of the Student Government Association.
2016Spanish-American Latino Student Association educates about Hispanic/Latino students.