General News

UNC Charlotte announces the appointment of Joe Bost as special assistant to the chancellor for external relations and partnerships, effective May 15. In this pivotal role, Bost will lead the University’s efforts to advance, implement and communicate its strategic direction by strengthening relationships with elected officials, government agencies, economic development partners and the broader business […]

After nearly 15 years of dedicated service to UNC Charlotte, Betty Doster will retire from her role as special assistant to the chancellor for external relations and partnerships. Her last day will be June 30. A trusted leader and tireless advocate, Doster has played a transformative role in strengthening UNC Charlotte’s voice and influence across […]

With more than 31,000 students enrolled at UNC Charlotte, many gain valuable experiences and opportunities through student employment. However, few students take distinct ownership and pride in their work like Lexue Zhao, earning her the 2025 Student Employee of the Year Award. “Student workers are the backbone of our institution,” said Deidra Harris-Lumpkins, associate vice […]

UNC Charlotte leaders expressed their appreciation to the 250-plus dedicated donors who attended the annual Bonnie E. Cone Society Luncheon, held April 3, at the Popp Martin Student Union. “With the steady support of you, our most loyal donors, we can continue to do great things for our students and alumni, as well as our […]

Marshall Presbyterian Church leaders, along with others in Western North Carolina, paid close attention six months ago when Hurricane Helene began its push into Georgia and over the Southern Appalachians, shortly after making landfall in Florida. The storm brought record-breaking rainfall to the region Sept. 26 and 27, causing historic catastrophic flooding that was worsened by days […]

Research that is the first of its kind holds enormous potential to address the nationwide shortage of kidneys for transplant. UNC Charlotte microeconomist Glenn Dutcher and his colleagues have found significant differences in the transplant acceptance rates not only among clinicians within the same transplant centers but also among such centers in general.  “Our study […]

Gift from Bo and Angie Cauble includes $1 million for Niner Nation Gives If you ask Bo Cauble why he gave $2 million to UNC Charlotte, his answer is simple: “Because this place shaped me — and it’s shaping the future of Charlotte.” Cauble, a proud 1999 graduate, has long held a deep affection for […]

Laura Isabel Velez-Figueroa, a senior majoring in exercise science and applied dance, has been named to the ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge’s 2025 Student Voting Honor Roll. A leader of the 49er Democracy Experience, Velez-Figueroa helped foster a commitment to nonpartisan civic engagement at Charlotte during the 2024 election. She was one of 232 students […]

UNC Charlotte’s graduate programs are on the rise — again — with several earning their highest placements yet in the newly released 2025 U.S. News & World Report Best Graduate Schools rankings. These results reflect the University’s growing national stature as a hub for world-class teaching, research and graduate education. The rankings come on the […]

Three individuals and two teams are this year’s Staff Employee of the Year recipients as announced by the Human Resources Office Staff Awards and Recognition Program. The financial aid team, which includes Bruce Blackmon, Patti Bowman, Sheila Anderson, Amber Branton, Rita Brown, Tyrone Dimery, Emily Gallagher, Chelsea Gary, Robert Green, Jeremy Hamilton, Tamara Hinton, Peyton […]