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May is Mental Health Month
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Polly Rogers Memorial Sensory Garden opens
Located in a quiet, wooded section of the UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens, the Polly Rogers Memorial Sensory Garden opened to the public Saturday, May 22. Attended by family members and supporters, the virtual ceremony marked the official public opening of Polly’s Garden, which was built to celebrate the life of UNC Charlotte student Polly Rogers, who […]
Gallery named in Ken Lambla’s honor
The University recently honored Ken Lambla, professor emeritus and founding dean of the College of Arts + Architecture, with the dedication of the Storrs Gallery as the Lambla Gallery to mark Lambla’s retirement from UNC Charlotte. In February 2021, Lambla was elevated to the American Institute of Architects College of Fellows, the AIA’s highest membership honor. The […]
Theatre professor to receive Kennedy Center Medallion
Assistant Professor of Theatre Kaja Dunn will receive a Kennedy Center Medallion from the National Committee of the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival (KCACTF) on May 22.
A Day in the Life with Senior ROTC Battalion Commander Roxana Pozos
Army ROTC battalion commander. Psychology major. Niner guide. S.A.F.E. mentor. Class of 2021 graduate. UNC Charlotte senior Roxana Pozos wears many hats.
Africana Studies scholar earns internationally competitive fellowship
Through one of the most competitive fellowship programs in the world, UNC Charlotte Africana Studies scholar Oscar de la Torre has been named the Anthony E. Kaye Fellow at the National Humanities Center.
Educating our nation: Resources for Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
On Saturday, April 10, UNC Charlotte students, faculty, staff and leaders marched to protect Asian lives. Now, as we celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, the UNC Charlotte community must increase its knowledge and understanding regarding AAPI experiences and issues.
Alumna, public historian named executive director of Harvard Museums of Science and Culture
UNC Charlotte alumna and former faculty member Brenda Tindal ’04 has been named executive director of Harvard Museums of Science and Culture.
Dance professor receives Emerging Creators Fellowship
Assistant Professor of Dance Tamara Williams is one of six recipients of the 2021 Emerging Creators Fellowships from the Arts & Science Council. The $5000 grants support “creatives with evolving practices that are at a pivotal moment in launching sustainable careers in the creative sector.”
Lowe’s $1.5 million gift will advance AI and machine learning at College of Computing and Informatics
Today, Lowe’s and UNC Charlotte announced that Lowe’s has donated $1.5 million to the College of Computing and Informatics to strengthen UNC Charlotte’s position as a leading technology hub and talent provider for Lowe’s, the Charlotte region and beyond. The gift will establish the Lowe’s Endowed Chair in Computer Science and the Lowe’s Technology Innovation Fund. […]