Donning of the Kente: More than a graduation tradition, a ‘symbol of achievement’
Hold a piece of kente cloth in your hands, and you can’t help but take notice — the bright colors beautifully and artfully woven together make a statement. That colorful statement is the idea behind the University’s Donning of the Kente ceremony, a celebration of cultural achievement that takes place each commencement season, acknowledging the academic achievements and future aspirations of students from underrepresented groups.
NEWS
- Please review important parking and transportation changes in effect for Friday and Saturday commencement ceremonies.
- Global AWS Problem Causes Issue with Duo: Between 10:30 and 11 a.m. today, Wednesday, Dec. 15, some users experienced problems with Duo authentication. Duo uses Amazon Web Services (AWS) and AWS experienced an outage that caused problems worldwide. This issue has been resolved; please contact the OneIT Service Desk if you have questions, 704-687-5500 or help.charlotte.edu.
- Canvas will feature student photos in class rosters beginning Jan. 4, 2022, as part of the Know Me Project.
COVID-19 Information
Exit Testing
Exit testing for winter break is being offered through Thursday, Dec. 16. Registration is available here using the mitigation testing form. All employees and students, regardless of vaccination status, are welcome to take part in this free exit testing.
Helpful information about quarantine and isolation
The Niner Nation Cares website has helpful information for students, faculty and staff on quarantine and isolation, including return-to-class and work guidance.
Do I have to quarantine or isolate?
Your responsibilities in quarantine or isolation
Returning to class and work following quarantine or isolation
YOUR DAILY NEED TO KNOW: FACULTY & STAFF
- The Log4j vulnerability was identified late last week and poses a serious threat to all IT platforms. The Office of OneIT has identified and patched or worked with vendors to patch vulnerable enterprise systems; however, specialized systems managed by researchers and individual departments may still be vulnerable. Faculty and staff who are responsible for these systems should contact their vendor(s) for more information regarding system vulnerability. As part of this effort, WebFocus including Report Express and Report Central will be unavailable from 9 a.m.-noon on Saturday, Dec 18. This vulnerability is actively being exploited, so it is urgent for all systems to get patched as soon as possible.
- A reminder the COVID-19 provision allowing for the interchangeability of leave will end on Dec. 31, 2021.
- Canvas spring template available! Use the Canvas template as a starting point to make your life easier and to improve your course organization. The template is customized by the CTL according to best practices for online course design.
- As we approach the end of the calendar year, please review these important Kronos Workforce Ready and web time entry year-end reminders and timesheet deadlines.
YOUR DAILY NEED TO KNOW: STUDENTS
- Need a break from the books? Head to the Visualization Lab in Atkins Library to enjoy a snack, calming music and fun activities through Thursday, Dec. 16, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
OUR POINTS OF PRIDE
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Belk College programs excel in latest Diverse 100 Rankings: Belk College is the no. 7 largest producer of finance degrees for African American students in the nation, according to Diverse: Issues in Higher Education’s Diverse 100 rankings, which were released earlier this year.
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Belk College professor's holiday film wins top prize at Breckenridge: Steven Clark, associate professor of finance, is the lead investor and executive producer for “See You Next Christmas,” which in September won Best Comedy at the Breck Film Fest, one of the oldest film festivals in the country.
MEDIA HIGHLIGHTS
EVENTS
- 12/18: Join the Charlotte Scrapbooking Club for pajamas, a hot cocoa bar, tasty treats, raffle prizes, games and more! The best pajamas win a prize! Entry is a $5 donation to the club.
- 12/20: Watch the Charlotte 49ers v. Maryland Eastern Shore men’s basketball game on TV.
- 12/22: Watch the Charlotte 49ers v. Davidson women’s basketball game on TV.
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