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Joe Posnanski on UNC Charlotte beginnings and the essence of fandom Story by Alex Reynolds, video by Harrison Hieb and Alex Reynolds, photos by Alex Reynolds and contributed the Posnanski family Joe Posnanski, an accomplished sports writer and bestselling author, is living the dream that began at UNC Charlotte in 1984. During his decades-long career, […]

Come Hungry: New Eats at Charlotte Football From the Albinator and an alumni-owned brisket dog to smoked gouda bites, there’s plenty to taste at Jerry Richardson Stadium this season. Charlotte football is back at Jerry Richardson Stadium Saturday, Sept. 5, when the 49ers take on The Citadel — with a new lineup of game-day food […]

The Tick Hunters UNC Charlotte research team expands tick surveillance through field work and lab expertise to improve public health in Mecklenburg County KEY TAKEAWAYS: UNC Charlotte researchers capture ticks from local nature preserves and test them for pathogens, informing and protecting Mecklenburg County Parks and Recreation staff and visitors. Associate Professor Rafael Vieira partners […]

After an unexpected change in career plans at Charlotte, alumnus Evan Kureczka ’09 found his calling in NASCAR, where he now helps Hendrick Motorsports’ pit crew athletes perform at championship level.

Construction is well underway at Jerry Richardson Stadium as Charlotte Athletics builds a bigger, bolder home for Niner Nation.

Federal investment of up to $160 million positions North Carolina and South Carolina to play a larger national role in grid modernization and technology deployment

UNC Charlotte is researching how peer mentorship strengthens belonging, persistence and student success — building a more connected and supportive Niner experience for every student.

Cultivating Community Gambrell Faculty Fellowship brings the University and a local farm together to sow seeds for a good life. By Meg Whalen Photos by Kat Lawrence, Kyle Spence and Meg Whalen The day the ribbon was cut on the “Roots of Change” project at Deep Roots CPS Farm, it was easy to imagine a […]

From immersive art and circus performances to robotics, research and nationally recognized speakers, UNC Charlotte brought creativity, innovation and community connection to this year’s Charlotte SHOUT! festival.

UNC Charlotte is one of just a handful of U.S. universities recognized as a “Super Equity Engine,” where Pell Grant recipients graduate at higher rates and go on to power the workforce and strengthen communities.