Faculty/Staff

Temporary closure of sidewalk near Cato Hall

The East Deck crosswalk will be closed temporarily through June 22 to improve disability access between the deck and Cato Hall.

Pedestrian traffic will be diverted away from the work area. Expect barricades and construction workers and equipment.

In addition, a temporary lane closure will redirect traffic along Mary Alexander Road; signage will be posted.

Remember to exercise caution when approaching construction zones.

Simpson needs shared leave

Amanda Simpson with the Office of Legal Affairs needs shared leave donations. The Benefits Office will accept donations through May 25.

To contribute leave, faculty and staff should refer to the requirements and participant forms in Personnel Information Memorandum (PIM) 29 or in the literature racks outside of the Benefits Office, King Building, Room 207. For more information, contact Marina LeLeux, benefits counselor, at 704-687-8134.

Recently approved policy governs leasing of real property

The new University Policy 601.21, Acquisition and Disposition of Real Property by Lease, was approved. It provides guidelines for acquiring and disposing of real property by lease to ensure coordinated compliance with applicable laws, regulations and governing policies. 

Leases are governed by state statutes and require varying levels of approval. Depending on the annual rent amount, leases may require approval up to and including the Council of State and execution by the governor. 

Teaching excellence honorees find innovative solutions to meet students’ needs

A classroom approach in which students seek solutions to problems rooted in real meteorological data; nontraditional teaching techniques to help students grasp organic chemistry; and a focus on students choosing research projects geared to their interests are just some of the innovative, hands-on approaches this year’s CLAS Excellence in Teaching Awards recipients use to challenge students.

Policy on gifts, awards and prizes revised

University Policy 602.11, Gifts, Awards and Prizes was revised as follows.  

Fewell needs shared leave

Raymond Fewell, Housing and Residence Life, needs shared leave donations. The Benefits Office will accept donations through Friday, May 18.

To contribute leave, faculty and staff should refer to the requirements and participant forms in Personnel Information Memorandum (PIM) 29 or in the literature racks outside of the Benefits Office, King Building, Room 207. For more information, contact Marina LeLeux, benefits counselor, at 704-687-8134.

Reminder: Protecting minors at UNC Charlotte

In compliance with University Policy 716, UNC Charlotte requires all adults working with children under the age of 18 in University-offered programs to complete a background check and a “Minors on Campus” online training module, including a new video produced by the Office of Risk Management and Insurance.

Michigan’s Jill Huerta to head Center for Graduate Life

Jill Huerta will become director of the Center for Graduate Life effective Monday, July 2. She will assume the overall responsibility for the strategic direction and day-to-day operations of the center, which is an initiative of the UNC Charlotte Graduate School.

Mello needs shared leave

Samantha Mello, Belk College of Business, needs shared leave donations. The Benefits Office will accept donations through May 17, 2018, only

To contribute leave, faculty and staff should refer to the requirements and participant forms in Personnel Information Memorandum (PIM) 29 or in the literature racks outside of the Benefits Office, King Building, Room 207. For more information, contact Marina LeLeux, benefits counselor, at 704-687-8134.

Football season tickets for employees now on sale

Faculty and staff members have the opportunity to purchase general admission season tickets for $60. This includes all six home games at a savings of $40 off the regular price. Spouses and family members are eligible for this special, too.

Payroll deduction is available for this offer with the cost subtracted across six pay periods, starting July 15. Click here to purchase.