Next chapter event:

Fall Dinner Meeting

Details coming soon!

Spring Dinner Meeting 2012 The annual spring dinner meeting was held on Tuesday, April 24 at the beautiful Wise Alumni House. Dawn Rowe McKernan '07M, '11Ed.D., was recognized as the Watson School of Education's Distinguished Alumni of the year. Dawn was chosen as the 2012 award recipient based on her achievements as an educator accompanied by her extensive community involvement. Two current WSE Students, Martha Boehm and Claire Primrose, were announced as the winners of the WSE Alumni Chapter 2012-2013 Scholarship. Another highlight of the evening was a special presentation from guest speaker, Dr. Cathy Barlow, UNCW Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, about providing a quality education during challenging economic times. The attendees enjoyed the evening and look forward to the next WSE Alumni dinner in the fall.Take a look at photos!

Homecoming Alumni Luncheon
In celebration of UNCW Homecoming 2012, on Saturday, February 4, the Watson School of Education (WSE) and UNCW Alumni Association hosted a luncheon in the School of Education Building Atrium for WSE graduates. Alumni, faculty and current students had a great time talking about WSE future and past. Alumni and their children also enjoyed touring the beautiful School of Education building. Take a look at photos!

Spring 2011 Dinner Meeting
The WSE Alumni Chapter hosted their annual spring dinner meeting on April 14. WSE alumni enjoyed dinner and conversation amongst friends and colleagues. Guest speaker, Ivy Murrain '96M, Principal of Wilmington Early College High School, spoke about the accelerated program and the difference that it is making in the lives of Wilmington's youth by expanding social development through school, community college and mentors. After the presentation, the new officers for the chapter were announced. Everyone enjoyed the educational dinner and the group looks forward to the next WSE Alumni event in the fall.

Fall Dinner Meeting
The Watson School of Education Alumni Chapter met on Thursday, September 30 at the Wise Alumni House for a complimentary light supper and an evening with friends. Guest speaker, Tilly Gurley, Principal of Isaac Bear Early College High School, spoke about their accelerated program and it's integration at UNCW. Take a look at photos!

2010 Spring Dinner Meeting
The Watson School of Education hosted their spring dinner meeting on April 29. Over 40 WSE alumni and retired educators enjoyed dinner and conversation amongst friends and colleagues. Guest speakers, Dr. Robert Smith from WSE and Jerry Oates '95, '03M, Principal of the Mary S. Mosely PLC, spoke about high school reform. The new officers for the Chapter were announced and Dr. Wetherill, Interim Dean, outlined plans to launch a new program for retired educators in the Cape Fear Region. Everyone enjoyed the educational dinner and the group looks forward to the next WSE Alumni event in October 2010. View photos from the dinner meeting.

WSE Homecoming Alumni Reception 2010
The Watson School of Education (WSE) and the UNCW Alumni Association hosted a luncheon in the Education Building atrium. Alumni, faculty and current students had a great time sharing stories and learning about the past and the future of WSE. The interactive displays entertained the children and the tours made the alumni proud to return to their alma mater. Take a look at photos!

Nominations

Nominations for the 2012 awards are now closed. Details will be available soon for the 2013 awards.

Congratulations to Dawn Rowe McKernan '07M, '11Ed.D.

Each year the UNCW Watson School of Education Alumni Chapter recognizes an alumnus/a who has made significant contributions to education and who represents the commitment to excellence typified by the Watson School of Education.

Dawn Rowe McKernan '07M, '11Ed.D., was recognized as the Watson School of Education's Distinguished Alumni of the year at the Alumni Chapter's annual spring dinner meeting on Tuesday, April 24 at the Wise Alumni House. Dawn was chosen as the 2012 award recipient based on her achievements as an educator accompanied by her extensive community involvement. Dawn currently serves as the Assistant Principal at North Topsail Elementary in Pender County and the 2011-12 President of the Junior League of Wilmington and has served on various committees including the United Way Education Grants committee and the Betty Cameron Women and Children's Hospital Foundation Gala committee.