In recognition of its innovative approach and focus on community research and action, UNC Charlotte’s community psychology training program received the Outstanding Program Award from an international psychological association.
For campus cyclists, the all-in-one Dero FixIt is a convenient, walk-up “do it yourself” station that provides all the tools necessary to perform basic bike maintenance and repairs – from changing a flat tire to brake and seat adjustments. Users can access step-by-step instructions for some repairs through a QR code.
The Office of Legal Affairs will host a fall faculty symposium from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 30, in the Barnhardt Student Activity Center, Salon B.
Topics tentatively scheduled include “Classroom Policies and Practices: The Legal Context,” “Students of Concern” and “IP Primer.”
Charlotte 49ers student-athletes, in conjunction with the American Red Cross, will host their annual Sept. 11 Memorial Blood Drive from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Thursday, Sept.5, in the Barnhardt Student Activity Center. Faculty, staff and students can schedule an appointment on the American Red Cross website (use sponsor code UNCC).
The Human Resources Department has announced the Staff Recognition Luncheon, traditionally held in the fall, will move to Monday, March 31, and the breakfast to honor early morning/night shift staff will be Tuesday, April 1.
Chris Blanchette is the associate dean for research and public engagement in the College of Health and Human Services (CHHS). He will maintain his status as a research associate professor in the Department of Public Health Sciences.
U.S. Rep. Richard Hudson (’96) visited his alma mater, UNC Charlotte, recently as part of his August recess from Congress. He wanted to learn more about the University’s role in advanced manufacturing.
Niner Nation fans will be able to watch the Charlotte 49ers first official football season live at the Student Union. All home games will be aired in Norm's and the Union's movie theater this fall; WCCB Charlotte will broadcast the games. The station has a three-year deal with media rights holder IMG College to air available home football games.
Psychology professor Kimberly Buch is one of five finalists for the 2013 Bank of America (BofA) Award for Teaching Excellence – UNC Charlotte’s top teaching honor. This year’s recipient will be announced at a reception scheduled for Friday, Sept. 20. Inside UNC Charlotte will feature each finalist in alphabetical order prior to the reception.
The Student Union Gallery will host the exhibit “Monuments” through Wednesday, Sept. 18. The display features work by Lydia Goldbeck, a UNC Charlotte alumna.
According to Goldbeck, she hopes to captivate viewers with a sense of intimacy through her confrontational pieces created through raw and unpolished surfaces.
UNC Charlotte’s first official football season about to start, and while not everyone can play, students can get more involved in sports by registering for intramural flag football, soccer and many others.
