General News
New program offers opportunities for future behavioral health care leaders
The UNC Charlotte School of Social Work and Cardinal Innovations Healthcare have teamed up to launch the Behavioral Healthcare Leadership Academy, a program for students at UNC Charlotte interested in pursuing leadership-based careers in behavioral health care.Through the program, eight undergraduate or graduate scholars will participate in monthly development workshops, webinars and project-based learning opportunities. Participants will receive access to various resources (i.e. books, webinars, additional training opportunities) and a $500 stipend.
Faces – Nathaniel ‘Lee’ Snodgrass
UNC Charlotte encompasses more than 1,000 acres and 100-plus buildings, and that’s just the main campus. It takes a lot to keep it functioning well, not to mention beautiful, for the University’s students, employees and visitors. For eight years, Nathaniel “Lee” Snodgrass has made sure it all works together.
UNC Charlotte’s #GivingTuesday Supports the Jamil Niner Student Pantry
#GivingTuesday, Dec. 3, 2019, is a global generosity movement unleashing the power of people and organizations to transform their communities and the world. UNC Charlotte is celebrating the day by supporting the Jamil Niner Student Pantry on campus to ensure 49er students have the resources they need this holiday season.
Charlotte accepts bid to Makers Wanted Bahamas Bowl
The Charlotte 49ers, who rode a five-game win streak to bowl eligibility, have accepted an invitation to compete in the Makers Wanted Bahamas Bowl in the program’s first-ever bowl appearance.
Tryon Street entrance dedicated in honor of Peggy and Joe Popp
UNC Charlotte’s entrance to campus off N. Tryon Street is now known as Popp Gate. The Institute Circle egress, which underwent enhancements to mirror Dickson Gate, the University’s main entrance off University City Boulevard, was dedicated Saturday, Nov. 23, in honor of Peggy and Coach Joe Popp, the parents of Karen Popp ’80, a longtime University supporter.
University conducting NinerAlert test Nov. 27
The Office of Emergency Management and the Police and Public Safety Department will conduct a full test of the NinerAlert system from approximately 10 to 11 a.m., Wednesday, Nov. 27. All methods of alert notification will be used. This includes text messaging, email, Alertus technology (on-campus screen takeover), LiveSafe and social media. The test message will read: NinerAlert: This is a test of the UNC Charlotte Emergency Alert System. This is only a test.
Athletics initiatives need crowdfunding support
The University’s Men’s Ice Hockey Club is crowdfunding to pay for travel to and from its competitions along the East Coast. Currently, team members use their own vehicles for travel.
Charlotte 49ers become bowl eligible for first time
Saturday was Senior Day, and despite a near-constant rain, the Charlotte 49ers prevailed against Marshall University. The 24-13 victory made for the greatest day in Charlotte 49ers football history as the team reached bowl eligibility for the first time and achieved a school-record six wins.
Sparking small-town revitalization
Music, baseball and greenways? Five strategies to spark small-town revitalization in the Charlotte region.
Chancellor named among 2019 Charlotteans of the Year
Charlotte Magazine recently profiled Chancellor Philip L. Dubois as one of its 2019 Charlotteans of the Year.Emma Way, the magazine’s editor, chronicled the chancellor’s 15-year tenure to bring the University and Charlotte closer together.