Jumpstarting lifelong excellence: Levine Scholars alumni make early-career impact around the world
Considered “the best and brightest,” the scholars possess passion, potential, intellectual curiosity and a demonstrated commitment to community service that sets them apart from their peers. And as Levine Scholars, they chart extraordinary paths that position them to excel when they graduate.
COVID-19 Information
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YOUR DAILY NEED TO KNOW: FACULTY & STAFF
- NCFlex is offering webinars in August on the NCFlex Dental plan offered through MetLife. The presentation will include information about the three plans, differences between in-network vs. out-of-network providers and how to look up claims status; there will be time for questions and answers. For more information and to register, visit the NCFlex website.
- Exude professionalism in virtual meetings using a UNC Charlotte background! Try one in Google Meet and most other platforms or discover pre-loaded UNC Charlotte backgrounds in Zoom under settings.
- Back-to-School workshops are available Aug. 9-20 to get your courses ready for fall. Print a handy flyer to have the entire schedule at your fingertips!
YOUR DAILY NEED TO KNOW: STUDENTS
- The following systems will be offline for upgrades from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 7: 49er Mart, Appeals System, Banner, CARES Act Portal, DocuSign API Integration Too, eGA, eGPS, Graduate Petition, Legacy Banner Self Service, NinerNET Password and Account Management, Pre-Travel Authorization Tool, Self Service Banner, Student Data and Reporting System (SDARS), Undergraduate Petition and VA Certification Portal. See up-to-the-minute system status alerts.
OUR POINTS OF PRIDE
- Young Alumni Chapter joins the First 49 to host annual School Supply Drive for Niner Elementary: The Young Alumni Chapter and the First 49, a group of alumni dedicated to "increasing" school spirit, have teamed up to host the annual School Supply Drive for Niner Elementary. All Niners are encouraged to join in this partnership. The 2021 School Supply Drive will benefit Niner University Elementary School and local Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools! Learn which high-priority items are needed.
MEDIA HIGHLIGHTS
Urban planning professor Ming-Chun Lee helped develop the Levine Museum of the New South’s reality app, knowCLT, which shares the sites of the once-thriving Black neighborhood of Brooklyn.
UNC Charlotte received two grants from The Knight Foundation for projects to help Charlotte become more inclusive and build economic mobility.
EVENTS
- 8/9: This Pilates non-impact workout develops strength, flexibility, core conditioning/stability, balance and inner awareness. Come strengthen the “powerhouse” that is your body.
- 8/10: Learn a few Google Docs tips and tricks that can help make your work easier and productive.
- 8/10: If you are looking for that slow-flow yoga class to focus on deep stretching and relaxation, look no further! Gentle yoga eases you through a series of poses and stretches that leaves you feeling rejuvenated and refreshed.
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