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Friday, May 25, 2018
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Spanning History

Paying tribute to its roots, UNC Charlotte brings World War II legacies and legends to life as the "Pride of Niner Nation" Marching Band represents the United States at the 74th commemoration of D-Day in Normandy, France.
4,565 and Counting

Complete with father/daughter graduates and heartwarming triumph, including a service dog donning cap and gown, UNC Charlotte celebrates the newest alumni.
Chancellor's Report

All the news that’s fit to print — Chancellor Dubois shares his summer update.
Venture Capital

With $20,000 up for grabs, 13 startups compete for top spot at the 2018 Charlotte Venture Challenge.
University City Development

The Blue Line Extension is certainly bringing riders to and from University City, but also offers incredible development opportunity along the line.
Gold Rush

Jeanette Sims, senior director of Community Relations and University Events at UNC Charlotte, recently honored her father, the late J. Bryan Sims, by endowing a Gold Rush Grant in his name.
Five Cool Things

Five fun things you should know about UNC Charlotte.
In the News, May 25, 2018
Charlotte Observer
- His great-uncle died at D-Day in Normandy. Now this veteran, and his bandmates, will march there
- These 20 high school seniors are receiving full ride scholarships to UNC Charlotte
- The man who helped remake Charlotte uptown now has his own park
- Then and Now: Photos show just how dramatically Charlotte has changed in 40 years
- Hundreds of new apartments headed to UNC Charlotte
Charlotte Business Journal
- Bank of America’s Cathy Bessant receives UNC Charlotte’s Distinguished Service Award
- Developers latest apartments coming to a fast-growing area near UNC Charlotte
WFAE
- Charlotte Talks: Hispanics look to mobilize for 2018 Vote
- Charlotte Talks: UNC Charlotte professor heads to home country to run for president
- Charlotte organizations use early childhood education to help break poverty cycle
WRAL TechWire
U.S. News and World Report