Students

The spring 2026 commencement ceremonies saw more than 5,000 Niners reach a significant milestone in their Charlotte journeys. Among this class of graduates were six sets of twins, four of whom shared their experiences and what it meant to earn their degrees together. Erica and Monica Phann Charlotte was always the top choice for Erica […]

UNC Charlotte recently honored its most dedicated student leaders during the annual Honors and Awards Ceremony, recognizing students whose service, leadership and commitment shaped the campus community throughout the year. University Commendation for Leadership and Service The University Commendations for Leadership and Service are presented to an elite group of graduating seniors in recognition of […]

A research team that included Andrei Vince, a third-year computer engineering major, placed second in the Stanford Center on Longevity Design Challenge finals with Neevel, a fall prevention project for older adults. The competition drew 249 entries from 33 countries. Vince’s team was the only finalist from North Carolina.  “Placing second at Stanford was extremely […]

The UNC System Board of Governors (BOG) convened in regular session on April 16, 2026. Below is a summary of the reports shared with the board and actions taken by the board. Committee on Budget and Finance Joint Committee on Budget and Finance and External Affairs Committee on University Personnel Committee on University Governance Committee […]

Many of UNC Charlotte’s more than 32,000 enrolled students gain valuable experience through student employment. Theo Palermo went above and beyond at the Jamil Niner Student Pantry this year, earning them the 2026 Student Employee of the Year Award.  A senior majoring in public health, Palermo piloted the Pantry’s volunteer ambassador program and helped grow […]

Gracie Bricker, senior criminal justice and psychology double-major, first confronted the justice system at nine years old. Her uncle was incarcerated and she saw first hand the challenges he faced to reintegrate into society.  As a Levine Scholar, Bricker has built a portfolio of community service experiences, all leading to establishing UNC Charlotte’s first student […]

The College of Humanities & Earth and Social Sciences will merge the Department of Writing, Rhetoric & Digital Studies (WRDS) into the Department of Communication Studies, effective July 1. The merger was approved by the Faculty Council at their meeting on Jan. 15 and subsequently approved by Chancellor Sharon L. Gaber. WRDS, established in 2019, […]

By Megan Khor, student communications assistant for student affairsPhotos by Kat Lawrence Brian Schoellner, a junior mechanical engineering major, has turned a childhood passion into a leadership role as president and co-founder of the Charlotte Combat Robot Club. Now, the organization is preparing to host Robot Rumble, one of UNC Charlotte’s most unique student-run events […]

The world of finance is vast and often intimidating. Pop culture stereotypes of the industry portray an intense environment with a heavy focus on climbing the corporate ladder. For Taliyah Green, a future in finance has a much rosier outlook. The UNC Charlotte junior has big plans for herself, both professionally and personally, as she […]

Eight snowboarders from UNC Charlotte’s Ski and Snowboard Club competed in the U.S. Collegiate Ski and Snowboard National Championships, held March 9‑14 in Lake Placid, New York. Josh and Noah Marsico, Martin Tox and Luke Wilson competed in the men’s slalom, giant slalom and boardercross. Brielle Carter and Greenlee Flynn competed in the women’s slalom, […]