Faculty/Staff

Sandra Leeds, 58, a former member of the University’s Financial Services Department, died Aug. 4. Her funeral was held Aug. 8 at the Central Church of God. She worked for the University for more than 25 years.

Click here to read her obituary; the family is accepting donations to Grace Academy to build a memorial playground in her honor.

The Sponsored Guest Account Request process changed July 31.

Mary Alexander Road has reopened to through traffic; however, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Storm Water Services continues to oversee work on a section of that road near campus. Sidewalks also remain closed in this construction area. The city anticipates work being completed by Friday, Aug. 18.

Expect partial lane closures along Mary Alexander while construction continues. Remember to exercise caution when approaching construction areas.

Charlotte Wheels is a new campus bike-share program using Gotcha Bikes. Ten rack corrals have been installed, and 50 Gotcha Bikes are available for rent.

The bikes are belt-driven and have Shirmano three-speed internal gears; they also have baskets with bungee cords to secure books and packages. Safety lights illuminate the front and rear.

Some campus sidewalks between Memorial Hall and South Village Crossing will be closed from Monday, Aug. 7, through Thursday, Aug. 17, for resurfacing and lighting/walkway improvements.

Expect construction equipment and personnel in the area; signage will be posted.

Individuals should remain alert and exercise caution when approaching construction zones.

Parking permits for the 2017-18 academic year are available.

UNC Charlotte recently hosted the quarterly meeting of the UNC Staff Assembly, which is composed of elected delegates from each of the 17 campuses in the system. The UNC Staff Assembly “serves in a parallel function with the University Faculty Assembly and the Association of Student Governments to address constructively the concerns and interests of the respective campuses and the whole University.”

George “Wayne” Pickler, an HVAC technician with the Housing and Residence Life Office, died on Sunday, July 30.

Pickler, who many colleagues called “Pick,” joined the University in October 2006, originally in the Facilities Management Department. Prior to UNC Charlotte, he worked for Food Lion.

On Thursday, Aug. 3, the drive at Wallis Hall will be closed between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. to pave over the gravel area.

Also, Parking Lot 15 at the Burson Building will be closed for repaving on Friday, Aug. 4.

Remember to exercise caution when approaching construction zones, and watch for signage and construction vehicles and personnel.

Spirion Sensitive Data Finder is now available on faculty/staff computers. This software allows employees to search their computers for Social Security numbers (SSN) and credit card information.