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New additions to the 2024-25 Commencement ceremonies
Commencement is one of UNC Charlotte’s most cherished traditions; it marks a major milestone for graduates, their family members and the faculty and staff who have supported them throughout their academic journey. There are some exciting additions to the 2024-25 commencement ceremonies. Fall 2024 Ceremony Schedule Friday, Dec. 13, 10 a.m.Undergraduate ceremony forCollege of Health […]
Dynamic academic leaders
UNC Charlotte is an institution on the move contributing to the growth of the region. And its faculty and staff take pride in helping students succeed not only to obtain their degrees but to thrive personally and professionally. The leadership of Charlotte’s dynamic academic deans is critical in furthering the momentum of outstanding academics, interdisciplinary […]
Meet Christopher Boyer: Founding dean of the College of Humanities & Earth and Social Sciences
Christopher Boyer, founding dean of the College of Humanities & Earth and Social Sciences, is a seasoned academic leader with a decade of administrative experience at large, public research universities dedicated to student access and service to their regions. He began his tenure at UNC Charlotte July 1. Previously, he served as dean of the […]
Meet Bernadette Donovan-Merkert: Dean of the Klein College of Science
Bernadette Donovan-Merkert, founding dean of the Klein College of Science, has spent her career supporting students, leading faculty, promoting innovative research and nurturing the growth of UNC Charlotte’s programs in the STEM fields. She began her tenure as dean Aug. 16, after serving as interim. She joined UNC Charlotte in 1992. Get to know Donovan-Merkert […]
Meet Bojan Cukic: Dean of the College of Computing and Informatics
Bojan Cukic, dean of the College of Computing and Informatics, is a dynamic, collaborative leader and a prolific researcher, who is continuing to develop and advance the largest computing college in the state. He became dean in December 2022. He joined UNC Charlotte in 2014 as chair of the Department of Computer Science. Get to […]
Belk College research paper discovers hedge fund activism can benefit banks’ minority customers
Banks targeted by hedge fund activism become more likely to sign off on mortgage loans for minority customers, according to the research paper “The Color of Hedge Fund Activism” published online in the journal Management Science in late September. “When banks face pressure from hedge funds to grow profits, they have strong incentive to improve their processes […]
It is time, vote early in the 2024 election
Early Voting UNC Charlotte’s Cone University Center, Room 112, is now open for the early voting period if you are registered to vote in Mecklenburg County! You can vote early from now until Saturday, Nov. 2. You will need an approved photo ID to vote. UNC Charlotte physical 49er ID cards are an approved photo […]
Rogers honored with Governor’s Award for Excellence
Michael Rogers, general trades manager in maintenance operations, recently received the Governor’s Award for Excellence in the category of outstanding state government service. This is the highest honor a state employee can receive for dedicated service to the state of North Carolina and its residents. Learn more by watching this video. In his day-to-day role, […]
W.S. Lee College of Engineering joins national entrepreneurial network
UNC Charlotte’s William States Lee College of Engineering is a member of KEEN: The Kern Entrepreneurial Engineering Network, a national partnership of 65-plus higher education institutions. KEEN’s mission is to graduate “engineers with an entrepreneurial mindset so they can create personal, economic and societal value through a lifetime of meaningful work.” “Innovation education and research are […]
New task force appointed to support the ethical and responsible use of AI in teaching and learning
The Office of the Provost announces the launch of UNC Charlotte’s Artificial Intelligence in Teaching and Learning Task Force. The task force, led by co-chairs Manuel Perez Quinones, professor, software information systems, and Kiran Budhrani, director of teaching and learning innovations, Center for Teaching and Learning, is composed of representatives from each college, Faculty Council […]