CHARLOTTE AI INSTITUTE, CHARLOTTE LACROSSE DEBUT AND MORE

Charlotte Creates New AI Institute

UNC Charlotte is a leader in defining the future of artificial intelligence – and has launched the Charlotte AI Institute to formalize the University’s position as a hub for cutting-edge discovery, interdisciplinary collaboration and workforce development.

wHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: FACULTY AND STAFF

• Training Reminder: The annual EHS compliance training was assigned to all University faculty, staff and student workers Friday, Jan. 3. Employees have 45 days to complete the required training, which can be accessed through the Learning and Development Portal.
• Community Service Leave: The state is providing an additional 16 hours of paid community service leave in addition to the 24 hours already allocated to qualifying employees to volunteer for organized Hurricane Helene-related efforts coordinated by a local government entity or an established nonprofit organization.
• TEDxUNCCharlotte: Free general admission and VIP tickets are available for TEDxUNCCharlotte, scheduled for 1 to 6 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 15, in Cone University Center, McKnight Hall. Don’t miss out on a chance to hear from a variety of speakers on the rich ideas the Charlotte community has to offer. 
• Dining Services Wins Big: UNC Charlotte dining services was honored as the National Account of the Year by Chartwells Higher Ed, standing out among over 300,000 associates from North America. As one of only 109 winners this year, the team was recognized at a national ceremony, Compass Night of Stars.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: STUDENTS

• TEDxUNCCharlotte: Free general admission and VIP tickets are available for TEDxUNCCharlotte scheduled for 1 to 6 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 15, in the Cone University Center, McKnight Hall. Don’t miss out on a chance to hear from a variety of speakers on the rich ideas the Charlotte community has to offer.
• Dining Services Wins Big: UNC Charlotte dining services was honored as the National Account of the Year by Chartwells Higher Ed, standing out among over 300,000 associates from North America. As one of only 109 winners this year, the team was recognized at a national ceremony, Compass Night of Stars.
• Green Dot Training: Attend a Green Dot Bystander Training from 4:30 to 8 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 20, to learn how to use your social influence to reduce sexual assault, dating violence and stalking on our campus. Dinner and swag will be provided. 

EVENT SPOTLIGHT

Secure your seat for the C-Suite Speaker Series session featuring Ric Elias , co-founder and CEO of Red Ventures. This event is scheduled for 10:15 a.m., Tuesday, Feb. 11, at Popp Martin Student Union, third-floor salons. Business attire is encouraged.

ADDITIONAL NEWS, EVENTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS: FACULTY AND STAFF

• Adobe File Syncing Extension: Adobe’s file syncing officially ended Monday, Feb. 3, however, Adobe is offering the ability for users to download their content from Creative Cloud until Monday, March 3.
• TIAA Webinar: Register for the TIAA webinar “Retirement Planning Across Generations and Demographics: Navigating the Big Decisions” scheduled for noon, Wednesday, Feb. 12. 
• Spring Graduate Education Summit: Learn about graduate program initiatives and connect with colleagues at the Spring Graduate Education Summit from 8:45 to 11:30 a.m., Friday, Feb. 14, in the Barnhardt Student Activity Center Salons.
• Appointment-focused Services: Human Resources wants to remind employees that appointments are now required for most services at all Social Security Administration locations. Learn more about making an appointment.
• Charlotte AI Summit Proposals: The call for proposals for the 2025 Charlotte AI Summit is open. Join the conversation and submit your proposals by Monday, March 10.

only at charlotte

The inaugural UNC Charlotte women’s lacrosse season starts on Saturday at Jerry Richardson Stadium as the 49ers take on Gardner-Webb. Learn more about the journey to this debut and what it means to Coach Clare Short and the players.

It’s Super Bowl Week for Niner Alumni

UNC Charlotte alumnus Larry Ogunjobi ’16 has been nominated for the NFL’s Walter Payton Man of the Year Award , which is given to a player who demonstrates a commitment to creating a positive impact in their communities. The NFL Honors award ceremony will air nationally at 9 p.m., tonight, on FOX and NFL Network.

Niner Nation alumna Kennedy Rodriguez ’24 is Super Bowl bound! A talented photographer, Kennedy was an athletics creative intern and UCOMM social media intern. Now she works with the NFC Champion Philadelphia Eagles!

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