Amid the upheaval of civil war in Congo, Pulitzer Prize-winning “Ruined” follows the formidable Mama Nadi, whose bar becomes a haven for women marked by violence, loss and survival. She must ...

The arts and entertainment industries are constantly evolving, and it is critical that UNCSA students graduate with the skills, knowledge and connections they need to ensure a successful transition ...

Personnel, enrollment and financial resources represent the foundation of an institution’s long-term sustainability. Strengthening these aspects will be crucial for UNCSA to efficiently and ...

UNCSA is a nationally recognized public arts conservatory with a distinctive place in higher education and the arts. Explore key facts about the university, recent rankings and recognition across its ...

The health and well-being of UNCSA students, faculty and staff are integral to academic, professional and personal success and represent a vital asset within the portfolio of student life offerings.

The UNCSA Forward committee update reports share progress from the initiatives related to our community’s commitment to institutional sustainability, health and wellness, interdisciplinary work in the ...

Stay connected with what’s happening at UNCSA through news, features and stories from across the university. Explore the people, performances, ideas and accomplishments shaping our community and the ...

In 2025, UNCSA celebrated the 60th anniversary of opening its doors in 1965 as the nation’s first public arts conservatory. What began with 229 students in the renovated Gray High School has grown ...

Amanda Balwah is University Secretary, Assistant Secretary to the Board of Trustees and Executive Assistant to General Counsel.

Established by the N.C. General Assembly in 1963, the North Carolina School of the Arts opened in Winston-Salem in 1965 as ...

Establish a common health and wellness framework for living and working at UNCSA and in the arts and entertainment industries. Promote and prioritize mental health awareness throughout the campus ...

The Administrative Cabinet serves as the institution's official policy-making body and advisory to the Chancellor.