General News
Celebrating Juneteenth through dance
Tamara Williams’ new dance-based film, which pays tribute to the role of women in the fight for freedom, premieres virtually on June 19.
Inaugural social justice scholarship recipients use architecture, dance to advocate for diversity and inclusivity
Two UNC Charlotte students, Abena Atiemo and Melinda Erickson, have been named the inaugural recipients of the UNC Charlotte Alumni Association Scholarship for Social Justice.
Building an inclusive campus: Pride Month at UNC Charlotte
Cheryl Waites Spellman: “Dedicated groups on campus and throughout the greater community work to educate, uplift and serve LGBTQ+ members of the student body, faculty and staff, providing resources they need to succeed academically, professionally and in every aspect of their lives.”
With new History scholarship, undergraduate pursues deeper understanding of Black History
As the inaugural recipient of the Gregory Mixon-Sonya Ramsey Black Lives Matter Scholarship, Candace Silver continues to grow her understanding and appreciation for a broader view that includes the contributions and struggles of Black people throughout history.
May is Mental Health Month
Learning about and supporting people of color and their mental health.
Polly Rogers Memorial Sensory Garden opens
Located in a quiet, wooded section of the UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens, the Polly Rogers Memorial Sensory Garden opened to the public Saturday, May 22. Attended by family members and supporters, the virtual ceremony marked the official public opening of Polly’s Garden, which was built to celebrate the life of UNC Charlotte student Polly Rogers, who […]
Gallery named in Ken Lambla’s honor
The University recently honored Ken Lambla, professor emeritus and founding dean of the College of Arts + Architecture, with the dedication of the Storrs Gallery as the Lambla Gallery to mark Lambla’s retirement from UNC Charlotte. In February 2021, Lambla was elevated to the American Institute of Architects College of Fellows, the AIA’s highest membership honor. The […]
Theatre professor to receive Kennedy Center Medallion
Assistant Professor of Theatre Kaja Dunn will receive a Kennedy Center Medallion from the National Committee of the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival (KCACTF) on May 22.
A Day in the Life with Senior ROTC Battalion Commander Roxana Pozos
Army ROTC battalion commander. Psychology major. Niner guide. S.A.F.E. mentor. Class of 2021 graduate. UNC Charlotte senior Roxana Pozos wears many hats.
Africana Studies scholar earns internationally competitive fellowship
Through one of the most competitive fellowship programs in the world, UNC Charlotte Africana Studies scholar Oscar de la Torre has been named the Anthony E. Kaye Fellow at the National Humanities Center.