Who we Are

Dedicated parents who support UNCW with an annual gift of $1,000 or more are invited to join the UNCW Parents Council. Donors at this level are also recognized as Leaders within the UNCW Society. The Parents Council was created almost a decade ago and works hand-in-hand with the university administration, ensuring you are an informed parent.

The group meets twice during the academic year, with one meeting during Family and Alumni Weekend in the fall and another during the spring semester. Between meetings, members serve as ambassadors in their geographic area to prospective UNCW students. Active participation in the UNCW Parents Council is a rewarding way to share in your student’s college experience.

 

Parents Council Mission:

• Involve UNCW parents in campus and regional activities that promote the university
• Enrich their students' college experience
• Foster student career opportunities
• Support the financial needs of the university
• Make the college process a positive one for parents and their students

 

How Members Participate:

• Attend two meetings per year on campus with the chancellor, academic leaders and senior administration
• Host or attend summer events for incoming students and parents throughout the state
• Serve as ambassadors for the university by identifying future UNCW students in your own communities
• Work together to increase philanthropic support for all of our Seahawk students

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Parent Council member, Thomas Tousignant, demonstrating the Paddle Board Igniter at the February 2016 meeting 

"Our children deserve access to unlimited opportunities, and our gifts provide the experiences that enhance their resumés and future."

Tom '88 and Jill Brasacchio
Parents Council Members

Fall Meeting
Saturday, September 16, 2017
9 - 11:30 a.m. I The Hub (map)
Draft Agenda (PDF)

PARENT RESOURCES

• Family & Alumni Weekend 2017
• Information for UNCW Parents
• UNCW Magazine
• UNCW Master Calendar
• Campus Map

 

PAST EVENTS

2017 Summer Sendoff Receptions
June 21 - Eastchester, NY
June 29 - Studio City, CA
July 13 - Morehead City, NC
August 2 - Raleigh, NC
August 3 - Charlotte, NC
August 8 - High Point, NC 

 

 

Unlimited possibilities await your student.

Join us in continuing to make a difference in students' lives by becoming a UNCW Parents Council member. With your participation, you'll be part of an exclusive group of parents shaping the future of this university.

 

To speak with someone about the parents council, contact:

Elizabeth Overton
Parents Council Liaison
Leadership Annual Giving
(910) 962-2132
overtone@uncw.edu

Dawn Brinkley Carter
Director of Development for Parent Giving
(910) 962.2659
carterdb@uncw.edu

 

Current Members

Brenda and Robert '85 Abbotts Matthews, NC Marianne and Joe Beattie Rockville, MD Diane and Paul Becton Raleigh, NC Whitney and John Boylan Raleigh, NC Maggie and Jeff Braddy High Point, NC Jill and Tom '88 Brasacchio Wake Forest, NC Peggy and Chuck Brescia Cary, NC Catherine and Russ Britton Wilmington, NC Samantha Brown '87 Fuquay Varina, NC Sandra and Steve Byrd Raleigh, NC Veronica and Ash Canihan Wrightsville Beach, NC Emily and Barry Cobb Raleigh, NC Jamie '87 and Gary '87 Combs Wilmington, NC Leigh and David Coriale Chevy Chase, MD Kathleen and Michael Crump Hickory, NC Mary '86 and Michael '86 Drummond High Point, NC Catherine '84 and David Floyd Wilmington, NC Brenda and Chris Heck Charlotte, NC Grace and Charlie Huebscher Chevy Chase, MD Dana and Chris Judy Raleigh, NC Rhonda and Bill Kessinger Summerville, SC Kee and Jim Marshall Charlotte, NC Louise and Stephen McCoy Raleigh, NC Lorraine and Tom Myers Raleigh, NC Cathy and Wes Pierorazio Norwood, NJ Susan and Tom Rabon Holly Springs, NC Ingrid and Donovan Reid Charlotte, NC Margaret and Marvin '83 Robison Wilmington, NC Karen and Bob Rosser Raleigh, NC Logan and Steve Saleeby Raleigh, NC Angie and Jim Shoff Charlotte, NC Angela and Jeffrey Simmons Hickory, NC Theresa and Steve Starkey Raleigh, NC Darcia and Bill Sterling Chapel Hill, NC Betsy and Will Stewar Chapel Hill, NC Jeri and Clyde Stroup Raleigh, NC Georgia and Al Thomas Wilson, NC Emily and Crom Tidwell Nashville, TN Amy and Bill Whitley Raleigh, NC Sandra and George Williamson Durham, NC

Past Meeting Agendas & Presentations

February 2016 Agenda Strategic Development Presentation September 2015 Agenda Presentations: Cameron School of Business Work Practice UNCW Career Center Strategic Development April 2015 Agenda September 2014 Agenda Presentations: Admissions and Enrollment Overview Applied Learning at UNCW Advancement Presentation Strategic Development April 2014 Agenda September 2013 Agenda April 2013 Agenda College of Health and Human Services Presentation