The First-Generation Journey, Chancellor’s Veterans Day Message, Vote for the Golden Niner and more

The First-Generation Journey at UNC CharlottE

At UNC Charlotte, the journey of first-generation students unfolds like a path with each step marking progress and discovery. Learn about the first-generation student experience through the stories of a current student, a graduating senior and first-generation graduate turned mentor.

• Tonight: Join First-Gen Niners and friends for First-Gen Game Night from 6 to 8 p.m., in Cone University Center After Hours.
• Tomorrow: IAmAFirstGenNiner is hosting its annual First-Gen Cookout and the First-Gen Graduation Celebration.
• F1GS Crowdfunding: Support First-Generation Week and UNC Charlotte First-Gen Niners by donating to this crowdfunding campaign.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: fACULTY and sTAFF

• Veterans Day Message from the Chancellor: Chancellor Sharon L. Gaber encourages Niner Nation to honor the veterans in our campus community ahead of Veterans Day on Monday.
• 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.
• Award Nomination Deadlines: The nomination deadline for the Harshini V. de Silva Graduate Mentor Award is Friday, Nov. 8, and the deadline for the 2025 First Citizens Bank Scholars Medal is Friday, Nov. 15.
• Veterans Day Dining: Dining services is offering a free meal for veterans and active military with the purchase of a regularly priced meal at Bistro in Popp Martin Student Union on Veterans Day, Monday, Nov. 11. Check Dine on Campus for menus and hours.

Event Spotlight

AAC Tournament Quarterfinals on Campus: UNC Charlotte men’s soccer takes on Temple University in the American Athletic Conference tournament quarterfinals, Friday, Nov. 9, at Transamerica Field. The 49ers are seeking their second straight AAC tournament title and a berth in the NCAA Tournament.

Additional News, Events and Announcements: Faculty and Staff

• B&N Discounts: Wear green to Barnes & Noble Charlotte on Monday, Nov. 11, and enjoy 10% off emblematic gear. Veterans and active military also can take advantage of this 10% discount!
• Disaster’s Effect on Democracy: UNC Charlotte researchers Martha Kropf and Regina Branton gauged the impact of Hurricane Helene on residents’ ability to vote in Western North Carolina.
• Biketoberfest: The Niners Bike team from the Belk College of Business recently won the top fundraising team category in Sustain Charlotte’s Biketoberfest by raising $1,000.
• Early Literacy Conversation: Register for a hybrid conversation about early literacy in the greater Charlotte community, scheduled for 12:15 to 1:15 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 13, in Sycamore Hall, Room 306. Erin Washburn, associate professor of reading and elementary education and Angela Preston, director of the Mebane Early Literacy Center, are speakers for this urbanCore-sponsored event.
• Fall Certificate Workshops: Need to finish your Essentials of Teaching and Learning Certificate? Register now for fall certificate workshops.

Only At Charlotte

Niner Nation Picks: Check out exclusive eats, deals and custom items for Niner Nation Week from 704 Shop, Vaulted Oak Brewing, Ninety’s Dessert Bar and more.

Vote for the Golden Niner: Voting is open to select the Golden Niner from among the Niner 9! The Niner 9, students who represent the best of the University community, bring campus to life with their energy, school pride and dedication to Niner Nation.

Voting ends Wednesday, Nov. 13, and the winner will be announced at the Homecoming Game Saturday, Nov. 16.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: STUDENTS

• Veterans Day Message from the Chancellor: Chancellor Sharon L. Gaber encourages Niner Nation to honor the veterans in our campus community ahead of Veterans Day on Monday.
• B&N Discounts: Wear green to Barnes & Noble Charlotte on Monday, Nov. 11, and enjoy 10% off emblematic gear. Veterans and active military also can take advantage of this 10% discount!
• Veterans Day Dining: Dining services is offering a free meal for veterans and active military with the purchase of a regularly priced meal at Bistro in Popp Martin Student Union on Veterans Day, Monday, Nov. 11. Check Dine on Campus for menus and hours.
• Biketoberfest: The Niners Bike team from the Belk College of Business recently won the top fundraising team category in Sustain Charlotte’s Biketoberfest by raising $1,000.

Upcoming Events

• Niner Nation Week: Get ready to show your Niner pride during Niner Nation Week: Homecoming 2024. Check out the scheduled events to celebrate UNC Charlotte.
• AAC Tournament Quarterfinals on Campus: UNC Charlotte men’s soccer takes on Temple University in the American Athletic Conference tournament quarterfinals, Friday, Nov. 9, at Transamerica Field.

AROUND CAMPUS

Niner University Elementary students enjoyed the opening of the Botanical Gardens’ newest addition, Paula’s Garden, which is dedicated to Paula M. Gross, who served as associate director for the UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens for more than 20 years.

campus resources

• Academic Affairs News Digest
• Open Enrollment
• 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

join the niner conversation on social media

There are a lot of ways to stay up-to-date and show your Niner pride. Make sure to follow Charlotte on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, X and YouTube.

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