Get to Know the Caubles, Final Exams Have Arrived, PaTS Feedback Needed

December 4, 2025
Categories: Niner Insider
Bo and Angie Cauble have "axes up" as they crouch in front of the plaque marking the new Cauble Quad.

Rooted in Relationships: Bo and Angie Cauble’s Lasting Gift to UNC Charlotte

The plaza between CHHS and CoED was recently named Cauble Quad for Bo and Angie Cauble. Read about their deep family ties to the University and how Charlotte has shaped their lives.

Students studying in Atkins Library

final exams begin today

Congratulations on making it to the end of the semester, Niners! Final exams begin today and run through Wednesday, Dec. 10. Review the final exam schedule here. As a reminder, Atkins Library will be open 24 hours during exam week.

what you need to know: faculty and staff

  • PaTS Survey: Please provide your feedback to influence the future of parking and transportation at Charlotte. Those who complete the 10- to 15-minute survey will be entered into a random drawing for one of five $100 Barnes & Noble Charlotte gift cards.
  • Extended OneIT Maintenance: Learn about the extended maintenance work OneIT will complete Monday, Dec. 15, through Sunday, Dec. 21.
  • 2026 Insurance Cards: All employees enrolled in the State Health Plan for 2026, regardless of action taken during open enrollment, will receive a new Aetna ID card, which will include a new ID number. Members will need to begin using this card Thursday, Jan. 1, for all medical and pharmacy services. The 2025 ID card will not work in 2026.
  • Daily Rental Rate Update: Due to increases in vehicle insurance premiums and other associated expenses, fleet management is adjusting the daily rental rate for 15-passenger vans. Effective Thursday, Jan. 1, the new daily rate will be $78 per day. Reservations already approved will receive the current rate of $48 per day.
  • Congratulations Soccer Alumni: Sean Suber ’23 and Brigham Larsen ’24 are USL Champions after their club, Riverhounds SC, captured the league cup.
  • Travel By Train: Did you know North Carolina state employees receive a 15% discount on travel by Amtrak within North Carolina? Visit the Amtrak website for details, terms and conditions.

what you need to know: students

  • PaTS Survey: Please provide your feedback to influence the future of parking and transportation at Charlotte. Completing the 10- to 15-minute survey earns you entry in a random drawing for one of five $100 Barnes & Noble Charlotte gift cards.
  • Niner Finances is Here to Help: Over half of Charlotte students report concerns about personal finances and school costs. Learn how Niner Finances can help you balance saving, spending and investing, while managing classes and campus life.
  • Summer Abroad Deadlines: Start planning your summer through the Office of Education Abroad. Education abroad scholarship applications are due Thursday,  Jan. 15; faculty-led summer abroad applications are due Sunday, Feb. 1; affiliated/direct enroll program applications are due Sunday, March 1.

the difference is charlotte

Artwork from Associate Professor of Interdisciplinary/3D Art Thomas Schmidt

Seven faculty in the College of Arts + Architecture are among the recipients of 2025 Artist Support Grants allocated by the Arts & Science Council. These grants fund professional and artistic development for emerging and established artists to help them enhance their skills, grow their practice and share their creativity with the Charlotte region.

Alpha Phi Alpha Mu Tau fraternity pose with eighth stroll competition trophy

Alpha Phi Alpha’s Mu Tau Chapter walked into this year’s stroll competition carrying a legacy: seven wins in nine years and big expectations. Read how they captured an eighth competition trophy for the fraternity.

upcoming events: students

Two students smile at last semester's Forever a Niner celebration

All fall graduates and up to four guests are invited to celebrate their Charlotte journeys at Forever a Niner from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 11, in the Popp Martin Student Union, Room 340. Alumni communities, including the Black Alumni Chapter, Legacy Alumni Network, Latino/a Alumni Network, GOLD Alumni Network, LGBTQIA+ Alumni Network, Niner Varsity Club and First-Generation Niners, along with college deans, will be at the event to help celebrate all graduates.

  • 49er Ring Ceremony: Fall 2025 graduates are invited to participate in the Official 49er Ring Ceremony from 2 to 4 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 11, in the Popp Martin Student Union, Union Theater. The purchase of a class ring is required to participate.

to-do list: faculty and staff

  • Download the Shared Table: Charlotte presented the first-ever Niner Nation Digital Cookbook — a collection of recipes shared by students, faculty and staff. Download the cookbook here and watch this video of the recipes being brought to life at a dinner hosted by Chancellor Gaber. 
  • Request International Student Presentations: Could your spring course be enhanced by the perspectives of international students? The Cultural Ambassador Program facilitates panel presentations by international students in classrooms and trainings. Interested faculty should complete the online request form by Friday, Jan. 9.
  • Register for Faculty/Staff Social: The Faculty/Staff Social — formerly the Faculty Reception — hosted by the Office of Academic Affairs and the Honors College honor societies, is scheduled for 4 to 6 p.m., Monday, Dec. 8, in Atkins Library, Halton Reading Room. Please complete this survey in advance.
  • Scenes from Hech Lake: Check out this video from the annual Light Up the Lake.

to-do list: students