General News

The selection committee for the 2015 Bank of America Award for Teaching Excellence is soliciting nominees. This award is one of the most important and prestigious presented by the University, as it honors outstanding teachers on campus and provides an example of UNC Charlotte’s commitment to teaching excellence.

Joël Gallegos, assistant provost for international programs, was elected to the Board of Directors of NAFSA: Association of International Educators, widely regarded as the leading professional organization in the field of international education. He will serve a three-year term beginning January 2015 in one of three member-at-large positions. 

The Center for Wellness Promotion (CWP) will host its annual OctSober Fest from 4 to 6 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 15, in the Student Health Center Multipurpose Room.

OctSober Fest, in its seventh year, is a carnival-style program that educates students on the risks and realities of alcohol consumption. The event kick offs National Collegiate Alcohol Awareness Week (NCAAW); UNC Charlotte’s Center for Wellness Promotion joins 1,000-plus colleges and universities in alcohol prevention efforts on campuses nationwide.

Charlotte Mayor Daniel Clodfelter has proclaimed October “UNC Charlotte Cyber Security Awareness Month.”  The declaration comes as the University’s College of Computing and Informatics gets ready to hold its 15th annual Cyber Security Symposium Wednesday, Oct 15.

Nationally, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the National Cyber Security Alliance have declared October as National Cyber Security Awareness Month, too.

The stage comedy “Black-Jew Dialogues” will be performed at 7 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 16, in the Cone University Center After Hours Lounge. A discussion will follow this free, public event, sponsored by the Campus Activities Board (CAB).

“Black-Jew Dialogues” explores the history and absurdity of prejudice and racism and the power of diversity. The show combines fast-paced sketches, improvisations, multimedia, puppets and a game show to create a performance that has garnered praise across the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom.

“The Live Wire,” Inside UNC Charlotte’s streaming webcast, will broadcast two shows on Thursday, Oct. 16.

In the first episode at 10 a.m., Darlene Heater, executive director for University City Partners, will discuss the impact of the Blue Line extension coming to the University area.

At 2 p.m., tune in for a segment about “ICARUS,” the current exhibition displayed at the Projective Eye Gallery at UNC Charlotte Center City, with director of galleries Crista Cammaroto.

Employees can watch “The Live Wire” at their desks or on their mobile devices.

UNC Charlotte is one of four “large category” finalists for the 2014 Wells Fargo Green Awards for its zero-waste initiative in Richardson Stadium, and the public can vote for the winner.

The Wells Fargo Green Awards recognize member companies who have incorporated innovative, sustainable practices in the products they produce, the services they provide and within the culture of their company.

UNC-TV’s “North Carolina Now” will air a story about the Charlotte  Engineering Early College (CEEC) at 7:30 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 9.

A collaboration between the University and Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools, CEEC is located near EPIC. Its curriculum focuses on STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) with an emphasis on energy and engineering.

“The Live Wire,” Inside UNC Charlotte’s streaming webcast, will broadcast two shows on Thursday, Oct. 9.

In the first episode at 2 p.m., Ted Amato, professor of economics, and Justin Webb, Belk Distinguished Scholar of Business Innovation, will discuss the Business Honors Program and entrepreneurship, respectively.

At 3 p.m., tune in for a segment about the upcoming Office of Legal Affairs Symposium. Jesh Humphrey, deputy general counsel, and Sarah Edwards, assistant general counsel, will provide an overview of the agenda.