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Picture yourself inside the Charlotte 49ers’ Jerry Richardson Stadium. In addition to taking in the sights and sounds of college football, you grab some food and a drink from the concession stands. You enjoy both, and on the way back to your seat, you toss the trash — perhaps never thinking about it again.

Before marching band practice begins, the sound is clamorous. Arriving in a steady stream, musicians huddle in instrumental groups — trumpets with trumpets, flutes with flutes — under the shade of large trees on the front field of campus.

NINER PICKS Niner-owned businesses are offering exclusive eats, bold drinks and special deals crafted to make your Niner Nation Week unforgettable. From Belmont to Ballantyne and beyond, UNC Charlotte alumni are helping power Charlotte’s food, specialty beverage and retail scene. For Homecoming, they’re stepping up with exclusive menus, discounts and giveaways to help us celebrate […]

Despite its once-in-a-century destruction, Hurricane Helene — when all seemed lost to some — brought out the best in many.
Helping neighbors. Galvanizing communities. Looking ahead.

Get to know K-9s Barney, Dany and Charli – Charlotte’s four-legged safety officers

From Home Runs to Hit Records: Chris Lane’s Full-Circle Return to Charlotte Country music star Chris Lane ’07 recently performed a pre-game concert for fans on campus. It was a far cry from the open mic nights during his college days. By Christy Jackson Photos by Ryan Honeyman and Kat Lawrence Video by Ozzie Hernandez […]

The people of Chimney Rock, North Carolina, are seizing a rare opportunity to reimagine their town, literally, from the ground up.

Changing the game: Varsity esports arrives at Charlotte Key Takeaways: UNC Charlotte Esports is leveling up with a University-backed, varsity program. The campus’s state-of-the-art Esports and Gaming Arena gives student-athletes a space to train and grow the gaming community. A dynamic program director, supported by the University, is setting a new vision for collegiate esports. […]

Inaugural Summer Commencement Ushers in New Horizons By Jennifer Howe UNC Charlotte is holding its inaugural Summer Commencement for 2025 graduates, Saturday, Aug, 9., where more than 1,000 degrees and certificates  — at the bachelor’s, master’s and doctorate levels will be conferred. Congratulations to our newest graduates who will apply lessons learned, knowledge gained and leadership […]

Paul Riefenberg ’90 is NUTS for Charlotte Story by Christy Jackson FAST FACTS: Paul Riefenberg, Class of 1990 Bachelor of Business Administration, Minors in Philosophy and Economics President, CDP Inc. Paul Riefenberg isn’t one to seek the spotlight. However, mention UNC Charlotte, and it’s immediately clear: This proud Niner bleeds green. A fixture in the […]