Analyzing Concussions in Disability Sports, Student Sustainability Summit, R1 Celebration and more
Research Looks at Health Outcomes from Playing Disability Sports
J.P. Barfield, chair of the Department of Applied Physiology, Health, and Clinical Sciences, is studying concussions in an unlikely arena. Read about his research and advocacy for disability sports.
The Annual Student Sustainability Summit is Set
Curious about how trees and landscapes affect UNC Charlotte and the Charlotte region? Find out at the Student Sustainability Summit at 5 p.m., Wednesday, March 26, in Cone University Center, Room 210.
What you need to know: faculty and staff
- Volunteer for the NOLS Expedition: Campus liaisons are needed for the Levine Scholars 2025 National Outdoor Leadership Expedition.
- New Partnership: The School of Professional Studies and the University Career Center are partnering with Riipen, a leading work-based learning platform to connect students with professional experiences.
What You Need to Know: students
Leadership Fellows Applications: Applications to be a Leadership Fellow are open through Friday, March 28. Leadership Fellows at UNC Charlotte is a special training program for sophomores, juniors and non-graduating seniors that exposes aspiring leaders to leadership skills beyond the basics.
event spotlight
RSVP to celebrate UNC Charlotte’s historic Research 1 status at 4:30 p.m., Wednesday, March 26, at the CHHS/CoED Plaza.
upcoming events: students
- Visiting Scholars’ Perspectives: Anselm Bohmer and Jorge Troisi-Melean, visiting scholars from Germany and Argentina, respectively, will share their views on the changing landscape of higher education from noon to 1 p.m., Tuesday, March 18, in the Popp Martin Student Union, Room 261. This talk is part of Phi Beta Delta Honor Society for International Scholars’ Global Perspective Series.
- Trivia Night: Put your knowledge to the test during Trivia Night hosted by the Black Student Union and the Black Alumni Chapter from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Tuesday, March 18, at the Harris Alumni Center. Registration is open to everyone.
- Green Dot Music Bingo: As part of Green Dot Week, play a round or two of music bingo in Social 704 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Thursday, March 20. Test your musical knowledge, win prizes and learn about the message of Green Dot.
- Pop Culture Trivia: Test how well you know movies, music, TV and celebrity gossip with a chance for a $25 gift card during the CHESS Pop Culture Trivia Night at 6:30 p.m., Thursday, March 20, at the Thoughtful Cup in the Fretwell Building.
- QPR Training: Question, Persuade, Refer is a suicide prevention training that teaches individuals to recognize the warning signs of suicide. The next QPR training is from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, March 27, in the Popp Martin Student Union.
Additional news, events and announcements: faculty and Staff
- Visiting Scholars’ Perspectives: Anselm Bohmer and Jorge Troisi-Melean, visiting scholars from Germany and Argentina, respectively, will share their views on the changing landscape of higher education from noon to 1 p.m., Tuesday, March 18, in the Popp Martin Student Union, Room 261. This talk is part of Phi Beta Delta Honor Society for International Scholars’ Global Perspective Series.
- TIAA In-Person Workshop: Attend the TIAA workshop “Investing Essentials: Five Principles to Invest with Confidence” from 11 a.m. to noon, tomorrow, Friday, March 14, in Colvard Building, Room 5092.
- AI Literacy Day Workshops: Celebrate AI Literacy Day at Charlotte Friday, March 28, with new AI workshops from the Center for Teaching and Learning.
- Headspace Update: Clinical services, including therapy and psychiatry, through Headspace are now available in network with Aetna. Employees also have access to Headspace coaching via text-based chats and self-care activities.
only at charlotte
Natalia Mejia’s study abroad trip to South Africa inspired her to put pen to paper. She talks about the experience that won her the Marian Beane Crossing Borders Writing Contest.
Wear green monday!
The University’s campus photographers are dropping by various classrooms on St. Patrick’s Day, Monday, March 17, to capture students and faculty wearing green!
campus resources
- Academic Affairs News Digest
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