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Researcher: Clues emerge about environmental impacts of COVID-19 slowdowns
On Earth Day 2020, scientists and citizens are thinking about how slowdowns from COVID-19 might be helping the environment. Among those exploring this issue is UNC Charlotte atmospheric scientist Brian Magi, who is part of a local and global network of researchers who consider air quality and climate.
The impact of COVID-19 on data science in health care
Alum’s expertise heightens the coronavirus conversation.
3 Reasons the 2020 Census matters more than ever
UNC Charlotte’s 49er Democracy Experience urges members of the campus community to complete the 2020 Census online, over the phone or by mail before May 1.
Celebrate Earth Day remotely
Celebrating Earth Day is a UNC Charlotte favorite tradition. Due to coronavirus stay-at-home orders, the annual campus cleanup isn’t possible. Students, faculty and staff can, however, scan take pics or videos of themselves cleaning up their own neighborhoods and post them using #unccrecycles and #earthday2020.In recognition of Earth Day 2020, here are some of the ways UNC Charlotte protects the environment:
UNC Charlotte School of Data Science now enrolling students for fall
UNC Charlotte’s School of Data Science, North Carolina’s first undergraduate program in data science, is now enrolling undergraduate students for the fall semester.
A message of care from Dean Davis
UNC Charlotte Dean of Students offers a message of care during the coronavirus pandemic.
49ers Athletics: Driver of school spirit and alumni pride
University coaches relay their perspective on Chancellor Dubois’ support for teams and student-athletes.
Free webinar series focuses on leadership
The UNC Charlotte Continuing Education Office is launching a free professional webinar series to address leadership challenges in the workplace.The eight-week series begins Wednesday, April 29, with “Cultivating Resilience in the Midst of Disruption.” Each 45-minute webinar will begin at 1 p.m.; click on the webinar title to register.
Niner Nation Cares
New centralized care portal launched to assist students and alumni