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Charlotte dining, Goodie Bag forge groundbreaking partnership to reduce food waste
UNC Charlotte dining has announced a partnership with Goodie Bag to help students save money and reduce food waste. Goodie Bag is an app that allows users to buy unsold food from shops and restaurants at a reduced price. Students who use the app can score leftover meals and snacks, packaged in “goodie bags,” from […]

Charlotte Maternal Child Health Workgroup Set for Another Respectful Maternity Care Simulation
The Charlotte Maternal Child Health Workgroup, in partnership with First Team American and the School of Nursing, will bring the third Respectful Maternity Care Simulation to UNC Charlotte Friday, April 11, at the College of Health and Human Services, Nursing Simulation Space (third floor). Registration is required as space is limited for this learning opportunity. […]

Ninerthon to host 12th annual Dance Marathon supporting Levine Children’s Hospital
The 12th annual Dance Marathon once again will raise funds and awareness for Levine Children’s Hospital. The Dance Marathon, part of the Miracle Network Dance Marathon established in 1991, is spearheaded by the student organization, Ninerthon. A six hour event, scheduled for 2 to 8 pm., Friday, April 11, in Belk Gymnasium, will feature student […]

Lake days in April? Oh, Hech yeah!
Soak up the sun and cool off by the water during Hech Lake Days from 2 to 6 p.m., Thursday, April 10 and 17; and Wednesday, April 23 and 30, at Hechenbleikner Lake. The Student Involvement Office and Venture Outdoor Leadership are hosting four days of fun to celebrate one of UNC Charlotte’s landmark bodies […]

UNC Charlotte club snowboarders competed at national championships
Ten snowboarders from UNC Charlotte’s Ski and Snowboard Club competed in the U.S. Collegiate Ski and Snowboard National Championships March 10-15, at Mount Bachelor in Bend, Oregon. Martin Tox, Josh and Noah Marscio, Luke Wilson and Ramley Hirneisen competed in the men’s slalom, giant slalom and boardercross. Madeline Lay, Greenlee Flynn and Makayla Smith competed […]

Charlotte Parent Organization to host a Family Fun Day
The Charlotte Parent Organization will host a Family Fun Day from 1 to 4 p.m., Monday, April 21, at the Star Quad to promote community and support Charlotte students and employees who are parents. This event will include water activities, a toddler play area, racing obstacles and a science booth. The Charlotte Parent Organization is […]

Earth Club President Lydia Knier has promoted environmental sustainability since day one
As the president of Earth Club, Lydia Knier is gearing up for events that will engage the UNC Charlotte community and spread awareness of environmental initiatives. Since her freshman year, Knier has worked in the Office of Sustainability, first as an EcoRep and now as an analyst. Knier, a junior environmental science major and public […]

Natalia Mejia ’20 learned lessons abroad to empower her community
Stories have the power to open hearts and minds. That’s why Natalia Mejia ’20 put pen to paper to tell the story of her study abroad trip to South Africa for the Marian Beane Crossing Borders Writing Contest. While abroad, she was confronted with cultural inequities, the preciousness of education and the power of community […]

Be the force of change on campus and beyond: Participate in the Student Sustainability Summit
Curious about how trees and landscapes affect UNC Charlotte and the Charlotte region? Attend this semester’s Student Sustainability Summit to learn from campus researchers, student leaders and Charlotte-based organizations about trees and landscapes on campus and in the Charlotte region. The summit, hosted by the Office of Sustainability and representatives from the Student Government Association […]

Levine Scholars help rebuild in western North Carolina with Habitat for Humanity
Traditionally, Levine Scholars travel to cities throughout the southeast as part of alternative spring break, working with Habitat for Humanity chapters to help construct new homes or provide critical repairs to families in need. This year, as part of the eighth alternative spring break program, seven Levine Scholars and one honors student stayed closer to […]