Five Cool Things: July 2016

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  1. CEO Suite: UNC Charlotte ranks high among universities that produce Fortune 500 CEOs, according to Education Advisory Board (EAB).  Robert Niblock of Lowe's and Joseph Swedish of Anthem Inc. are both alumni.
    EAB logo  
     
  2. Goodness Gracious: UNC Charlotte's virtual hackathon, "Partnership for Social Good," promotes economic mobility.  The first place prize is $5,000.

    Partnership for Social Good
     
  3. Hoop Dreams: Former 49er forward/center Joseph Uchebo joins the Hornets Summer League.

    Joseph Uchebo
     
  4. Construction Buzz: Who said summer was slow?  See the latest renovations happening on campus including Levine Hall and Irwin Belk Track and Field Center.

    Levine Hall
     
  5. Winning: The Johnson Band Center received two design awards from the American Institute of Architects.

    Johnson Band Center