Students

Bryonna Gray is a junior computer science major in the Honors College. Learn why she chose UNC Charlotte, where she hangs out on campus when she isn’t studying and her love for eight ball. 

Why did you choose UNC Charlotte?

I chose UNC Charlotte because of the different concentrations within the computer science degree. My career interests are web and mobile app development, so I chose the web and mobile app concentration. 

Have you obtained any awards or accolades here during your time? 

As part its ongoing commitment to campus safety and security, the University established the Office of Threat Assessment and Management within the Department of Safety and Security, under the direction of Heather Kloeker-Webster.

First-generation Niners, or students who are the first in their families to attend college, make up a large percentage of UNC Charlotte’s population.

What does it take to create a more sustainable world? This is the question UNC Charlotte students will explore during the Student Sustainability Summit from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 4, in the Barnhardt Student Activity Center.

Dear Niners,

Along with the rest of the world, I am seeing the recent reports and tragic news about the violence in the Middle East. The recent events have undoubtedly had a profound impact on many lives, and I can only imagine the emotions and concerns many of you may be experiencing.

Please know that you are not alone at UNC Charlotte and that your well-being matters. The University has many resources to support you if you need, including:

Wayne Joseph Maikranz, known to many as a mentor, student advocate and valued colleague, died Sept. 27 at age 63. He served 34 years with UNC Charlotte as Student Niner Media director and adviser, as well as a lecturer in the Department of Communication Studies prior to his retirement in 2019.

In July 2023, a new law went into effect in North Carolina requiring UNC System institutions to remain neutral on any political controversies.

As a public university, UNC Charlotte respects and adheres to all state laws and mandates by the UNC System. UNC Charlotte also is committed to sustaining a campus environment that embraces different perspectives and fosters respectful dialogue while ensuring that all members of the University community are treated with respect, fairness and dignity.

Bryan Lopez Villanueva is a senior honors student and Martin Scholar triple-majoring in international business, finance and accounting. Learn about his involvement in the Latinx Student Union and his passion for helping first-generation students navigate higher education. 

Why did you choose UNC Charlotte?

Aleksandra Degernes is a nontraditional student on a mission. Having recently graduated with a sociology degree with honors this spring, she is now pursuing a Master of Science in Management. Learn about her business, the seminars she hosts for Eastern European immigrant professionals and how she helps Russian and Ukrainian immigrants.

Who at UNC Charlotte has been integral in your education journey? 

“OctoberTest: It’s Good to Know” is an intercollegiate HIV/STI awareness event scheduled at UNC Charlotte, Davidson College, Queens University of Charlotte, and Johnson C. Smith University.

UNC Charlotte’s event is 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 12, on the second floor of the Popp Martin Student Union.