Niner Insider

What’s behind Wegmans’ Charlotte buzz  Wegmans’ arrival in Charlotte has generated excitement, especially among Northeast transplants. UNC Charlotte marketing professor Mason Jenkins explains how nostalgia, emotional connections and brand loyalty influence shopping habits and build excitement around new retailers. what you need to know: faculty and staff what you need to know: students the difference […]

Spooky science As Halloween approaches, spiders, bats and other “spooky” creatures are creeping into the spotlight. Sarah Stellwagen, an assistant professor in the Department of Biological Sciences, is specifically interested in spider silk. She answered questions about the uniqueness of spider silk, potential applications of her research and what the general public should know about […]

At UNC Charlotte, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Human Resources is committed to supporting faculty and staff with the resources, benefits and opportunities they need to grow, thrive and succeed. In this special HR edition of Niner Insider, you’ll find important updates on open enrollment, employee development opportunities, educational benefits, […]

Team from UNC Charlotte shares AI literacy for STEM education expertise at Malmö University, Sweden Charlotte members of the Network for AI Literacy in STEM education collaborate with international experts to develop research-backed approaches for teaching about AI in STEM in PK-12 settings. Doctoral students earn national recognition for transportation research Doctoral students Elnaz Banani […]

Free Speech on Campus Today’s special edition of Niner Insider is all about free speech on campus. Get an overview of campus resources like the Demonstration Activity Resource Team (DART) and Conferences, Reservations and Events Services (CRES), and take a comprehensive look at relevant policies and laws, including institutional neutrality. We hope this will give […]

Pass the recipe, share the story: Attend a holiday dinner with Chancellor Gaber Do you have a beloved side dish or can’t-miss dessert that steals the spotlight every year? Submit your recipe and its story for a chance to attend the second annual holiday dinner hosted by Chancellor Gaber and Chartwells on Monday, Nov. 9. […]

Sara Gagné provides expertise on Charlotte’s chimney swifts As chimney swift populations decline, conservationists in Charlotte, including Sara Gagné, associate professor and chair of UNC Charlotte’s Department of Earth, Environmental and Geographical Sciences, are working to protect the older brick chimneys that have become important habitats for the birds. Dacien Montford gets an ultimate full-circle […]

Welcome back from fall break, Niners! As we head into the semester’s home stretch, remember that your academic success and personal well-being aren’t competing priorities but go hand in hand. Study time is as important to your success as proper rest, healthy eating and Niner community connections. Wellness isn’t just physical or mental health; it’s […]

The evolution of sports analytics: A Q&A with UNC Charlotte expert Michael Schuckers Michael Schuckers, a professor in the School of Data Science with extensive sports analytics experience, has consulted for National Hockey League and Major League Baseball teams. Read his Q&A about sports analytics in baseball, hockey and football. what you need to know: […]

Academic profile of incoming UNC Charlotte students reaches new highs UNC Charlotte is enrolling larger and more academically accomplished incoming classes than ever before. Since 2022, the University has grown its first-year class from 4,157 students to a record 5,165 in 2026, an increase of approximately 25%, while continuing to raise key academic measures. Niner […]