Faculty and Staff News

Staff CounCil

The UNC Charlotte Staff Council was established to create and provide a more harmonious working environment for the staff of the University. 

FACULTY COUNCIL

The Faculty Council is a policy making and consultative body, responsible for the quality of instruction and scholarship at the University.

Learn more about Faculty Council members, view a meeting schedule, read agendas and minutes and the guidelines for submitting agenda items.

Human REsources

Open Enrollment for the 2026 Plan Year is underway! Make your elections by Friday, Oct. 31.

UNC Charlotte is expanding its mental health support through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), beginning Wednesday, Oct. 1. Provided by ComPsych Guidance Resources, the EAP offers confidential help, resources and guidance for personal and work-life challenges. New EAP enhancements include additional counseling sessions, a well-being assessment, live huddles, health and well-being coaching and Computerized Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.

Amy Wartham, director of corporate and custom training, recently received the Governor’s Award for Excellence in the category of human relations….

Austin Gange ’19 is a benefits system administrator and account analyst in the Human Resources Department. Learn how he helps…

Originally from Ringoes, New Jersey, Kathleen Burke, a lecturer in psychological science, has been at UNC Charlotte since 2016. Learn…

Wayne Joseph Maikranz, known to many as a mentor, student advocate and valued colleague, died Sept. 27 at age 63….

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

Asha Ellison has been named director of research translation and engagement for the UNC Charlotte Urban Institute, part of urbanCORE,…

Thanksgiving in Canada is celebrated on the first Monday in October. I thought it would be great to get together…

Rebeca Rippy, Cato College of Education, needs shared leave donations. The Benefits Office will accept donations through Oct. 18. To…

The 2023 Fall Commencement ceremonies will take place in Halton Arena on Friday, Dec. 15, and Saturday, Dec. 16. Faculty…

The University is currently upgrading the outdoor warning sirens used to alert the campus community of dangerous situations. During the…

A highlight of commencement is the recognition of individuals for exceptional and distinctive service to the University or the greater…

The Office of Diversity and Inclusion continues to respond to the expressed interests of students, faculty and staff to connect…