Monday, March 20, 2023
Nontraditional Student Megan Mitchem Is Changing the Face of Research
A first-generation, divorced college student, Mitchem — who was an adult when she met her first scientist — believes it's important to be visible as a woman in science.
FACULTY & STAFF ANNOUNCEMENTS
- Learn more about Steps On Our Journey: Women of Color Faculty Roundtable on Tuesday, March 21, along with other important updates in this week’s Academic Affairs Weekly News Digest.
- The Free Expression and Constructive Dialogue Task Force invites students, faculty and staff to attend a panel and conversation about freedom of expression rights, parameters and support on campus.
- Join Racheal Brooks and Siobahn Day Grady in an examination of evidence-based models and theoretical approaches for "Course Design Considerations for Inclusion and Representation,” Monday, April 3, noon to 1:30 p.m.
- Register for the State Health Plan webinar about medical plan options when you become Medicare-eligible Tuesday, March 21, at 10 a.m.
- You're invited to the inaugural Diversity Scholars Forum Friday, March 24, from noon to 1 p.m. in the Popp Martin Student Union, Multipurpose Room. Sponsored by the Graduate School, in conjunction with the Graduate Research Symposium, the Diversity Scholars Forum will feature graduate student and postdoctoral research related to diversity, equity, inclusion and justice.
- Beth Whitaker named CLAS interim divisional dean for social sciences and humanities departments.
STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS
- The Free Expression and Constructive Dialogue Task Force invites students, faculty and staff to attend a panel and conversation about freedom of expression rights, parameters and support on campus.
- Women's History Month Talk Show “Celebrating Women Who Tell Our Stories” features a panel discussion on women's empowerment and entrepreneurship moderated by Charlotte alumna and former TV journalist, Sarah Colón-Harris '03.
- You're invited to the inaugural Diversity Scholars Forum Friday, March 24, from noon to 1 p.m. in the Popp Martin Student Union, Multipurpose Room. Sponsored by the Graduate School, in conjunction with the Graduate Research Symposium, the Diversity Scholars Forum will feature graduate student and postdoctoral research related to diversity, equity, inclusion and justice.
Only at Charlotte
The Charlotte Business Journal recently honored 26 outstanding individuals at the 27th annual Women in Business Awards, including four Charlotte alumni and a faculty member.
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