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Charlotte ranked among top 10 for entrepreneurship research
Research and publication on entrepreneurship by faculty members in UNC Charlotte’s Belk College of Business has led to the University’s designation among the top 10 institutions on Texas Christian University’s 2022 Global University Entrepreneurship Productivity Rankings.
Charlotte researchers part of NSF-supported center investigating ‘healthier’ buildings
UNC Charlotte bioinformatics professor Anthony Fodor is part of interdisciplinary initiative to explore microbial communities of indoor spaces.
2022-23 Inclusive Excellence Grants to advance diversity, promote equity and foster inclusion
Nineteen campus proposals have been selected by UNC Charlotte’s Office of Diversity and Inclusion to receive 2022-23 Inclusive Excellence Grants.
University Convocation set for Aug. 17
This year’s University Convocation will begin at 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, Aug. 17, in the Popp Martin Student Union, Multipurpose Room.
UNC Charlotte-led team invents new anticoagulant platform, offering hope for advances for heart surgery, dialysis, other procedures
A new biomolecular anticoagulant platform invented by a team led by UNC Charlotte researcher Kirill Afonin holds promise as a revolutionary advancement over the blood thinners currently used during surgeries and other procedures

News and Features

University researchers partner with Gaston County health officials on groundwater quality project

Jeffrey Leak appointed interim associate dean of Honors College

Students excel at summer festival in Hawaii

Apps that every Niner needs

Charlotte Business Group names Belk College of Business its educational partner

Penny Hawkins appointed interim associate vice chancellor of development

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Faculty Spotlights

Thomas Marshall
Lecturer of Risk Management and Insurance
Drawing on an extensive insurance career, Marshall is inspiring the next generation of insurance professionals through his teaching.
Terry Shirley Jr.
Senior Lecturer of Geography and Earth Sciences
Shirley’s passion for meteorology is so infectious that his students credit him with making learning a breeze.
Jennifer Webb
Associate Professor of Psychological Science
Webb believes discussion fosters learning, and strives to share her knowledge in ways that create a fun and engaging learning environment.
James Franki
Associate Professor of Studio Art
Franki, one of the country’s leading authorities on coin and medal design, pours his love of design into every student helping them build successful careers in the creative economy.
Oscar Lansen
Teaching Professor of History
Lansen strives to bring history to life by extending beyond the textbook focusing on experiential learning.

Research

Urban mosquito project
Researchers at UNC Charlotte and the Mecklenburg County Health Department are collaborating on a study to determine which factors in the environment lead to hotspots of mosquito activity.
Understanding wildfire spread
Researchers from UNC Charlotte’s Fire Safety Engineering Technology program and the Insurance Institute for Business and Home Safety (IBHS) are burning building materials and wildland vegetation to study wind-driven wildfire embers to understand the risks involved when embers from wildfires spread.
Investigating Multimodal Transportation
UNC Charlotte receives $7.7 million federal grant for transportation research to improve efficiency and relieve urban congestion.
Students Address Economic Mobility
Geography undergraduate students Jamal Covington and Devin Martin have devised a way for neighborhood residents to use mobile devices to report community issues.

Student Spotlights

Elliot Provance '03

Elliot Provance '03

Alumnus, College of Liberal Arts & Sciences
A UNC Charlotte degree can open doors. As Director of Collections and Exhibition at Discovery Place Science in Charlotte, Elliot Provance uses his biology degree to inspire curious thinkers.
Devin Yates

Devin Yates

Senior, College of Health and Human Services
While recovering from major war injuries, elite U.S. Army veteran Devin Yates found inspiration to pursue a career helping others recuperate. Devin is an emerging leader on campus, and his story illustrates how UNC Charlotte has remained true to its origins as an institution committed to serving veterans.
Wyatt Shely

Wyatt Shely

Junior, Belk College of Business
Finance major Wyatt Shely came to UNC Charlotte to pursue a successful career in the finance industry. Charlotte’s status as a leading financial center and the University’s strong business opportunities made the Belk College of Business a perfect fit.
Crystal Cruz '17

Crystal Cruz

Alumna, Belk College of Business
UNC Charlotte is a top choice for first-generation students. Crystal Cruz ’17 came to UNC Charlotte where she had the opportunity to realize her dreams of a college education.
Davian Robinson and Robinson Hall

Davian Robinson

Senior, College of Arts + Architecture
Visually impaired Senior Davian Robinson uses dance and choreography to make the most of his opportunities at UNC Charlotte. His unique experiences break down barriers and inspire others.

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