MBA Program Named, National Defense and Intelligence Innovation Institute Launches, Chancellor’s and Dean’s Lists and more

January 15, 2026
Categories: Niner Insider
MBA Program Named in Honor of Joe L. Price '83

MBA Program Named for Joe L. Price ’83

UNC Charlotte is recognizing the totality of alumnus and longtime University leader Joe L. Price’s decades of service and generosity.

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Attend Gold Rush Events, Win Charlotte Swag

This year, attending Gold Rush events can score you major prizes. Don’t miss out on the events taking place today, Thursday, Jan. 15 — including RECharge, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at UREC; First-Gen Meet and Greet, 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Cone University Center, Lucas Room; and the Winter Student Org Showcase, 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the Barnhardt Student Activity Center.

  • Gold Rush Prizes: Attend two to four Gold Rush events to get your choice of a Green Tier prize. Attend five or more events, and you’ll get a Green Tier prize, plus your choice of a clear stadium bag, lunch bag, utensils kit or mini tumbler. Review terms and conditions here.
  • Gold Rush Giveaway: Win a chance at even more Charlotte swag from Charlotte Transition and Belonging on Instagram.

what you need to know: faculty and staff

what you need to know: students

  • Chancellor’s and Dean’s Lists: Congratulations to students recognized on the fall 2025 Chancellor’s and Dean’s Lists!
  • Grade Replacement Deadline Reminder: The deadline to submit a grade replacement request for spring 2026 is Thursday, Jan. 22. The grade replacement may look different from the last time you submitted; review submission instructions here.
  • Course Program of Study Update: Starting with fall 2026 registration, Course Program of Study will limit financial aid to courses that apply to your degree program. Before registering later this spring, you’re encouraged to verify your major and review courses in DegreeWorks.
  • JL Price MBA Program: UNC Charlotte is recognizing the totality of alumnus and longtime University leader Joe L. Price’s decades of service and generosity.
  • National Defense and Intelligence Innovation Institute: UNC Charlotte has launched the National Defense and Intelligence Innovation Institute, which will serve as the University’s central hub for defense-related research, partnerships, technology transition and workforce development.

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National Defense and Intelligence Innovation Institute

UNC Charlotte has launched the National Defense and Intelligence Innovation Institute, a new multidisciplinary institute. NDI3 will serve as the University’s central hub for defense-related research, partnerships, technology transition and workforce development.

Two students pick up trash for the Adopt-a-Spot program

UNC Charlotte clubs and organizations do their part to keep campus clean through the Office of Sustainability’s Adopt-a-Spot Program. Read about the program’s impact and how your student org can get involved. 

upcoming events: students

Great Decisions Lecture series at Dubois Center at UNC Charlotte Center City

Learn about the issues facing the world at the Great Decisions Lecture Series, coordinated by Charlotte Global. Register for these free lectures , held in a hybrid format from 6:30 to 8 p.m., Wednesdays, Jan. 28 through March 4. The in-person lectures will be held at The Dubois Center at UNC Charlotte Center City.

  • Sports Analytics in the World of NIL: Don’t miss the next installment of the Niner Knowledge series on how analytics and NIL are shaping Charlotte Athletics and influencing the broader collegiate landscape. The webinar is from noon to 1 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 20; register today.
  • Engaged Scholarship Symposium: The 2026 UNC Charlotte Engaged Scholarship Symposium will take place from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 5, at CO-LAB at UNC Charlotte Center City. Co-sponsored by urbanCORE and CO-LAB, the event showcases how faculty, students and community partners are advancing social innovation through engaged scholarship.

professional development: faculty and staff

  • Sports Analytics in the World of NIL: Don’t miss the next installment of the Niner Knowledge series on how analytics and NIL are shaping Charlotte Athletics and influencing the broader collegiate landscape. The webinar is from noon to 1 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 20; register today.
  • Concur Users: Attend the Concur User Group virtual forum from 10 to 11:30 a.m., Thursday, Jan. 22. Registration is encouraged on the learning and development portal.
  • Globally Networked Learning Proposals: The Office of Global Learning invites faculty to register for virtual information sessions on how to submit Globally Networked Learning proposals at 3:30 p.m., today, Thursday, Jan. 15, or at 3 p.m., Wednesday, Jan 21. GNL is an innovative approach to teaching and research that enables students and instructors from around the world to collaborate virtually or in a hybrid fashion.
  • Mentor Training Registration Open: Register to attend the first session of CIMER Mentor Training offered by the Graduate School from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Friday, Feb. 6, at the Atkins Career Center, Room 150A. This session will cover developing trust, communication and giving feedback.
  • Engaged Scholarship Symposium: The 2026 UNC Charlotte Engaged Scholarship Symposium will take place from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 5, at CO-LAB at UNC Charlotte Center City. Co-sponsored by urbanCORE and CO-LAB, this event showcases how faculty, students and community partners are advancing social innovation through engaged scholarship.

to-do list: faculty and staff

to-do list: students