UNC Charlotte Ranks Among Top 30 for Career Outcomes, Don’t Forget to Vote and more

UNC Charlotte Ranks Among Top 30 in U.S. for Career Outcomes, ROI for International Students

UNC Charlotte has been recognized as one of the top 30 universities in the United States for career outcomes and return on investment for international students, according to the 2024 F1 Hire Career Outcome University Ranking, released in October.

what you need to know: Faculty and staff

• Academic Affairs Weekly Digest: Learn more and participate in Atkins Library’s interlibrary loan and eBooks short survey, along with other important academic affairs updates in this week’s news digest.
• Upgrade: 49er Mart will be upgraded today, Monday, Nov. 4, with enhancements to Active for Shopping, Order Confirmation, and Contracts and Modules. Learn more about these changes.
• NinerScholars Portal Open: The portal is now open for students to apply for scholarships for the 2025-26 academic year. All units are asked to review their webpages and print materials to ensure scholarship-related information is current and all messaging directs students to access the portal through the University Scholarship Office webpage.
• First Gen Week: UNC Charlotte is celebrating National First-Generation College Student Week through Nov. 10. Check out what’s happening throughout the week.

election Day

Tomorrow is Election Day: Don’t forget to vote if you haven’t already, Niners! Review voting information at the 49er Democracy Experience website.

• Getting to the Polls: Charlotte Area Transit System is announcing fare-free transportation on CATS services on Election Day to provide easier access to polling locations.
• After the Election: Gain a deeper understanding of the electoral landscape in a post-election conversation led by Eric Heberlig, professor of political science and public administration, at noon, Wednesday, Nov. 6, via Zoom.

additional news, events, announcements: Faculty and Staff

• AI Steering Committee Presentation: Members of the AI Steering Committee, during a presentation at the Legal Symposium in October, discussed how UNC Charlotte is integrating AI into teaching, learning, research and the workplace. Explore some presentation highlights.
• Closure: Upper Prospector will close Friday, Dec. 6, until fall 2025 for renovations. Learn more about Mail & Package Services and dining changes.
• New Faculty Training: Registration is open for the Career Center’s Consultation 1: Program Data and Discover, and Consultation 2: Program ROI Ideation and Strategy, for spring 2025 requests. Limited training opportunities are available; departments will be trained on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Research News Alert: Charlotte has been chosen to submit a full proposal on the CLEANcarolinas Regional Innovation Engine, which addresses advanced energy and industrial efficiency technologies, to the U.S. National Science Foundation Regional Innovation Engines program.
• Teaching Workshops: Need to finish your Essentials of Teaching and Learning certificate? Register now for fall certificate workshops like Syllabus 101: Roadmap to Success!

First Generation Week is Underway

UNC Charlotte is celebrating National First-Generation College Student Week through Nov. 10. Check out what’s happening throughout the week.

what you need to know: Students

• New Associate University Ombuds: Jen Amano has been named associate university ombuds, serving as a confidential, impartial resource to help undergraduate students work through challenging problems, conflicts and dilemmas in informal ways.
• Closure: Upper Prospector will close on Friday, Dec. 6, until fall 2025 for renovations. Learn more about changes to Mail & Package Services and dining.
• International Student Job Search Panel: Panelists will discuss the job and internship search process for CPT and OPT. Hear from an immigration attorney, an F-1-friendly employer and students with successful searches at 5 p.m., Monday, Nov. 18, in the Cone University Center, Lucas Room.
• AI Steering Committee Presentation: Members of the AI Steering Committee presented at the Legal Symposium in October, discussing how UNC Charlotte is integrating AI into teaching, learning, research and the workplace. Explore some presentation highlights.

only at charlotte

Christian Fuselier has established a reputation for academic achievement and leadership at UNC Charlotte. Read how he balances being the president of the Mu Tau chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha, a lead intern for Charlotte Athletics and a Levine Scholar (with a 4.0 GPA).

show us your 49er spirit

Niner pride was on full display when ESPN’s SportsCenter came to campus prior to the 49ers’ football game vs. Tulane! Check out the full broadcast from CHHS/CoED Plaza. Submit your 49er spirit photo to ninerinsider@charlotte.edu.

campus Resources

• 49er Athletics
• Atkins Library
• Niner Central
• Human Resources
• Inside UNC Charlotte
• Campus Disruptions, Delays and Detours
• Campus Career Center
• Campus Events
• UREC
• Interactive Campus Map
• My UNC Charlotte
• OneIT Help Desk
• Research
• Staff Council
• Title IX Training
• Today’s Menus

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