Faculty/Staff

For nearly two decades, Michelle Guobadia, senior director of student engagement and director of fraternity and sorority life, has been showing up for students, building community and shaping the student experience at UNC Charlotte. This May marks 19 years at the University for Guobadia, and she is as motivated as ever.  “I love the people […]

UNC Charlotte students, faculty and staff are invited to the FedEx Office grand opening. Stop by the newly opened location in lower Prospector anytime between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 26. Enjoy giveaways, demos, refreshments and games, and learn how the FedEx print team can support your projects. The FedEx Office team has […]

What a stretch it’s been! After an ice storm followed by around 11 inches of snow — the largest snowfall the Charlotte region has seen in nearly 20 years — our campus teams once again showed what makes this community special. Thanks to the incredible staff who kept campus running: clearing walkways, keeping buildings warm, […]

The Office of Human Resources has announced an important update to student employment. Beginning summer 2026, students will be eligible to work up to 40 hours per week during the summer, regardless of their summer course load. This policy update reflects Charlotte’s ongoing commitment to supporting students’ financial well being and offering more flexible pathways […]

The Student Employment Office is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Student Employee of the Year Award. This annual recognition honors UNC Charlotte student employees who demonstrate exceptional dedication, professionalism and contributions to their departments. To be eligible, nominees must be undergraduate students employed in any student-employee role, be currently enrolled at UNC Charlotte and […]

Elevate your professional growth with the Unleash Your Niner Potential workshop series. Designed and led by UNC Charlotte’s human resources learning and organizational development team, these in‑person, highly interactive sessions equip employees with practical tools to navigate today’s most pressing workplace challenges. Each workshop offers hands‑on learning, real‑world strategies and opportunities to connect with colleagues […]

Kathleen Jordan, an accomplished nurse practitioner, educator and clinical professor in the School of Nursing, died Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2025. She joined UNC Charlotte in August 2014 as a clinical assistant professor and was promoted to clinical associate professor in 2018 and clinical professor in 2022.  Jordan was a nationally recognized leader in pediatric emergency […]

UNC Charlotte recognizes exemplary employees for their hard work and dedication to the campus community and beyond through the Staff Employee of the Year Awards program. The Office of Human Resources is accepting nominations for the 2026 Staff Employee of the Year Awards through 5 p.m., Friday, Feb. 6. Any permanent employee of UNC Charlotte […]

Regina Rae Curlee, a dedicated University employee for 28 years who served as the cashier and scholarship specialist, died Wednesday, Dec. 17. In her role with the Office of the Bursar, she assisted with the collection of departmental and student payments and always looked for ways to assist others. “Regina meant so much to all of us […]

Facilities management supervisor Gary W. Edwards Sr. died Saturday, Dec. 13. A veteran employee, Edwards joined the University in February 1987. During a nearly 39-year tenure, Edwards, a native of West Virginia, held numerous positions, beginning as a grounds worker. He also was a member of the construction crew and held maintenance mechanic positions before […]