Faculty/Staff

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.

Learning and Organizational Development has named the 2017 Leadership Experience cohort. The award-winning program encourages participants to deepen their understanding of how to move from managing to leading, while building relationships based on trust and mutual respect.

UNC Charlotte welcomed the following new staff and faculty members during the July 25-26 New Employee Orientation session:

Atkins Library
Patricia Quinn, university library technician

Belk College of Business
Kelly Cuene, director of professional development
Dana Tweed, business services coordinator

Building Environmental Services
Kaley Casey, building environmental technician

Facilities Management
Jade Reed-Kreis, administrative support associate

Starting at noon, Thursday, July 27, there will be a lane closure at the entrance/exit to the first floor Union Deck at Cameron Boulevard.

Expect heavy construction equipment and personnel in the area as workers install an underground pipe in preparation for the expansion of the Union Deck. The temporary lane closure is expected to last through 5 p.m., Saturday, July 29.

Remember to exercise caution when approaching construction zones.

July 31 marks the final day of operation for the Candy Shoppe, located in the Cone University Center.

Take advantage of special pricing on all remaining candies, drinks and popcorn with items on sale like it’s 1985, said Donna Merck, associate director of the Cone Center.

Effective 8 p.m., Friday, July 28, Parking Lot 19 will close permanently; the lot is the site for the planned Health and Wellness Center, which will begin construction in the near future.

The Union Deck (levels 1-4), East Decks 2 and 3 and West Deck are the closest alternatives for the remainder of summer for individuals who would normally park in Lot 19.

Betty Sue McCachren Stancil, 78, died Wednesday, July 19, at Tucker Hospice House of Cabarrus County.

Stancil began her 43-year career with UNC Charlotte in 1974 in the-then Placement Office, helping students find jobs upon graduation. In 1990, she moved to the Office of Alumni Affairs where she worked as the assistant to the executive director. She retired from full-time service in 2003 and continued immediately in a permanent part-time role.

UNC Charlotte welcomed the following new staff and faculty members during the July 11-12 New Employee Orientation session:

Adult Students and Evening Services
Alexandra Lackard, academic advisor

Athletics
Jacob Jury, assistant softball coach
Bradley Queen, assistant football coach
Nicolas Robinson, assistant women’s golf coach