Become inspired by thought-provoking talks and performances made possible by UNCG’s faculty. This November, they will delve into topics such as the gains – and losses – linked to the Internet and the ramifications of current international conflicts, in between stirring concerts featuring the work of famed artists such as Tchaikovsky and Mozart.
Lifelong Learning Class
Nov. 3, 9–11 a.m.
$15 to attend
Explore the book “100 Things We’ve Lost to the Internet” with APT Assistant Professor of Gerontology Chantelle S. Caro, Ph.D., revisits what once was the norm and what people may have lost or gained as a result of technology’s influence. This event is part of the Emeritus Society program.
Pilgrimage: From Silence to Song
Nov. 3, 7:30–9 p.m.
Tew Recital Hall
Assistant Professor of Piano Alessandra Feris has performed widely across South America, Central America, Mexico, Europe, and the United States. She now brings her talent to Greensboro.
Fall Dances
Nov. 7 and 8, 7:30 p.m.
Coleman Theatre
The School of Dance presents two evenings full of faculty works. This year includes live music in collaboration with the School of Music.
Diasporas and Conflict
Nov. 12, Noon–1 p.m.
Foust Building, Room 206
This talk by Peace and Conflict Studies Chair Jeremy Rinker, Ph.D. is for the Global Engagement Office’s Lunch and Learn series. Discussion of Gaza, Ukraine, and other ongoing international conflicts will form the undercurrent of this discussion-based community talk. Please register beforehand.
The Great Self-Portrait
Nov. 13, 2:30–4:30 p.m.
MHRA Building, Room 1215
As part of the Ashby Dialogues, Richard Hronek, Ph.D., lecturer of German in the Department of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures, examines the nature of cyborg in fictional literature and media and ponders the questions of whether technology is portrayed as a liberator or another means of oppression. This portion of the 2025-26 Ashby Dialogues explores the theme “Rethinking the Algorithm: AI and the Human Experience.”
Symphonic Band
Nov. 18, 7:30–9 p.m.
UNCG Auditorium
Conductor Jonathan Caldwell and Associate Professor of Trumpet Garrett Klein, with guest conductor Juan José Navarro, will present a program featuring works by Oscar Navarro, Ulysses Kay, Philip Sparke, and more.
Symphony Orchestra: Tchaikovsky’s Fourth
Nov. 19, 7:30–9 p.m.
UNCG Auditorium
The Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Associate Professor of Conducting Jungho Kim, is joined by Professor Marjorie Bagley, Dr. Scott Rawls for a program featuring a premiere by faculty composer Mark Engebretson, Mozart’s grand “Sinfonia Concertante,” and Tchaikovsky’s fearless Fourth Symphony.
Janinah Burnett Band
Nov. 21, 7:30–9 p.m.
Tew Recital Hall
Assistant Professor of Commercial Voice Janinah Burnett will be joined by pianist Christian Sands and bassist John Clayton for residencies with students and concerts, which will be open to the public.
Conferences Hosted by UNCG
Ashby Dialogues: Samba
Nov. 6 and 17
This Ashby Dialogues series, which began in October and continues into November, brings together faculty from music, dance, and media to explore Samba’s cultural force through concerts, workshops, film, and critical discussion.
Kendon Smith Lecture Series
Nov. 13-14
Hosted by the Department of Psychology, this two-day series presents four speakers centered around the theme “Out of the Lab and into ‘the Wild;’ Understanding the Real-World Contexts and Interactions that Shape Early Development.” All talks are open to the public free of charge.