Faculty/Staff
Boost your workplace impact with May’s Unleash Your Niner Potential workshops
Registration is open for the May 2026 Unleash Your Niner Potential workshops, a professional development series designed and led by UNC Charlotte’s human resources learning and organizational development team. This month’s sessions focus on effective decision making, digital communications, emotional intelligence and public speaking.— essential skills for thriving in today’s workplace. All workshops take place […]
UNC System Board of Governors Highlights April 2026
The UNC System Board of Governors (BOG) convened in regular session on April 16, 2026. Below is a summary of the reports shared with the board and actions taken by the board. Committee on Budget and Finance Joint Committee on Budget and Finance and External Affairs Committee on University Personnel Committee on University Governance Committee […]
HR Connect officially launches
Human Resources has officially launched HR Connect, the University’s new centralized platform for all HR questions, requests and support needs. This modern system streamlines how employees, former employees and job candidates interact with HR, delivering a faster, more consistent and more confidential service experience. Faculty and staff are encouraged to use HR Connect for anything […]
Trust and Share: A Life Philosophy Becomes a Gift for UNC Charlotte
“Trust and share.” The simple mantra has guided Ishwar Aggarwal’s career, and it is now guiding the research professor’s investment in the University.
Career by Design: A new pathway for employees to own their professional growth
Human Resources is investing in its people in a meaningful way—and the Career by Design program is one of the most exciting opportunities available to employees who want to grow with purpose. This cohort‑based professional development experience, led by the learning and organizational development team, invites employees at every career stage to step back, reflect […]
CHESS to merge Writing, Rhetoric & Digital Studies with Communication Studies
The College of Humanities & Earth and Social Sciences will merge the Department of Writing, Rhetoric & Digital Studies (WRDS) into the Department of Communication Studies, effective July 1. The merger was approved by the Faculty Council at their meeting on Jan. 15 and subsequently approved by Chancellor Sharon L. Gaber. WRDS, established in 2019, […]
Faculty Activity Reporting System implementation timeline announced
The Division of Academic Affairs is moving forward with implementation of the University’s new Faculty Activity Reporting system and has released an initial timeline to help faculty prepare for the transition. Following the selection of Watermark as the University’s vendor, work is underway to build and configure the system, integrate data sources—including Banner, Anthology and […]
Be part of Commencement 2026 — Volunteer this May
Volunteer support is needed for the upcoming May Commencement ceremonies to assist guests and graduates. Register to volunteer. Commencement Ceremonies Friday, May 8 — Morning (8–11 a.m.)College of Arts + ArchitectureCollege of Computing and InformaticsCollege of Health and Human Services Friday, May 8 — Afternoon (1–4 p.m.)William States Lee College of EngineeringCollege of Humanities & […]
Celebrating two decades of service: Twenty‑Year Club inductees
UNC Charlotte honored this year’s Twenty‑Year Club inductees at the Sweet Success Reception, recognizing employees whose dedication and service have shaped the University for two decades. “Your decades of service to UNC Charlotte and to the State of North Carolina reflect an enduring dedication that has shaped the institution we are today,” said Deidra Harris‑Lumpkins, […]
UNC Charlotte expands digital presence to TikTok
UNC Charlotte will add TikTok to its digital portfolio on Thursday, April 9, using the platform as a key tool for discovery and engagement with prospective students. ApproachManaged by University Communications, the account will focus on high-impact, student-centered storytelling that authentically reflects the energy, pride and differentiators of the Charlotte experience. The University will first […]