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The UNC System Board of Governors (BOG) convened in regular session on May 21, 2026. Below is a summary of the reports shared with the board and actions taken by the board. Note: Any business conducted by the Board of Governors in closed session is not included in this summary. Committee on Budget and Finance […]

As UNC Charlotte continues expanding its leadership in applied research and national security innovation, the University has signed a partnering agreement with independent scientific research institute RTI International to collaborate on an anticipated North Carolina Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) OnRamp Hub. As part of the collaboration, UNC Charlotte will be RTI’s primary academic partner connecting […]

Across a full day of thought-provoking programming, the Charlotte AI Institute for Research convened artificial intelligence experts and innovators, including top UNC Charlotte researchers, business and community leaders, for the first ThinkAI Research & Innovation Symposium on Thursday, May 14. Organized in partnership with UNC Charlotte’s Division of Research and AI//FORWARD, the Charlotte-based strategic hub […]

UNC Charlotte joins North Carolina’s First in Defense coalition UNC Charlotte has joined North Carolina’s First in Defense coalition, reinforcing the University’s growing role in defense innovation, digital engineering, advanced manufacturing and dual-use technology development. The coalition, led by the North Carolina Critical Technologies Alliance and the NC Chamber, brings together industry, research universities, government […]

UNC Charlotte alum and NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series driver Layne Riggs ’24 returns to Charlotte Motor Speedway Friday, May 22, carrying the University with him. The William States Lee College of Engineering graduate will race in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series NC Education Lottery 200 as UNC Charlotte serves as the primary sponsor on Riggs’ […]

Charlotte received the 2026 Excellence in Service Award from Operation Hat Trick, a nonprofit supporting the recovery of wounded U.S. combat service members and veterans. The 49er Gear Shop dropped an exclusive collaboration with OHT in fall 2025, which included the OHT Maverick Camo Hat (pictured above), a sweatshirt and a T‑shirt. “This partnership and […]

How a first-generation, non-traditional mom followed her family’s footsteps to realizing her own dream Mother’s Day arrived a little early for First Generation Excellence Award recipient Shannon Culler White, who graduated from UNC Charlotte on Friday, May 8, 2026. With her husband and children, each Charlotte graduates, cheering her on from the audience, Shannon’s walk […]

More than 5,780 degrees and certificates — at the bachelor’s, master’s and doctorate levels — were conferred during UNC Charlotte’s 2026 Spring Commencement ceremonies held in Dale F. Halton Arena May 7-9. Here are just a few of the many great moments from the five ceremonies. Jennifer M. L. Adelhardt addresses the Class of 2026 […]

In the world of professional sports, analytics continue to play a growing role in almost every aspect of decision-making. Sports analytics students at UNC Charlotte got a closer look this semester through an internship with an NHL team. This unique opportunity was born from connections Professor Michael Schuckers built while working in hockey analytics for […]

The University of North Carolina at Charlotte is launching the North Carolina Economic Impact Center, a new initiative designed to provide timely, data-driven analysis on the issues shaping the state and region’s economy, workforce and communities. Housed within the Belk College of Business, the center will serve as a trusted resource for industry leaders and […]