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At one of the largest Niner Research Reception gatherings to date — and the first since UNC Charlotte received designation as a Carnegie R1 University — faculty, staff and students celebrated a year of vibrant, multifaceted research and innovation led by researchers, collaborators and graduate and undergraduate students.  “It is truly inspiring to see such […]

The new home for Charlotte softball was dedicated Friday, Oct. 24, as the Bob Daughtridge Softball Clubhouse.  “This event is about much more than a new facility,” said Jesh Humphrey, interim director of athletics. “It’s about vision, generosity and the shared belief in what’s possible when we invest in the success of our student-athletes. The […]

UNC Charlotte has announced interim leadership appointments in athletics and institutional Integrity. Jesh Humphrey, vice chancellor for institutional integrity and general counsel, will serve as interim athletics director while the University evaluates next steps for the program. During this period, Sarah Edwards, associate vice chancellor for legal affairs and deputy general counsel, will serve as […]

Charlotte Engineering Early College, a partnership between UNC Charlotte and Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools, has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the top high school in the CMS district and the second-highest public high school in the Charlotte metropolitan region. The ranking places CEEC among the top-performing schools in North Carolina and the nation, […]

On Friday, May 9, at a Spring Commencement ceremony where 1,519 new graduates from the Belk College of Business, Cato College of Education and the William States Lee College of Engineering received their bachelor’s degrees, UNC Charlotte conferred an honorary Doctor of Public Service upon Charlottean Anna Spangler Nelson.  Nelson, who has served since 2005 […]

UNC Charlotte officials recently opened the CO-LAB at UNC Charlotte Center City alongside entrepreneurs, innovators, corporate leaders and community members. “CO-LAB is more than just a space — it’s a catalyst,” said Charlotte Chancellor Sharon L. Gaber. “It’s where entrepreneurs and innovators can access the expertise of UNC Charlotte and work together to tackle real-world […]

Chancellor Sharon L. Gaber has established a Strategic Plan Update Working Group to review and revise the University’s strategic plan, “Shaping What’s Next”, to ensure the plan remains aligned with Board of Governors policies and reflects the University’s progress and priorities. “UNC Charlotte’s strategic plan is our roadmap to continued excellence and impact,” said Gaber. […]

UNC Charlotte’s Division of Research celebrated a record year by applauding the achievements of faculty, students and the staff whose substantial contribution supports the University’s growing research and innovation at its annual Research Reception Thursday, Oct. 31. “This day is all about you — to honor your accomplishments,” said John Daniels, vice chancellor for the […]

UNC Charlotte has taken a significant step in enhancing its community engagement and research initiatives by establishing a Board of Visitors. “As UNC Charlotte continues to elevate its reputation as one of the nation’s next preeminent public research universities and a major economic driver for the region, it’s vitally important that we establish a University […]

Mike Carlin, vice chancellor for OneIT and chief information officer, has been appointed to an expanded role by Chancellor Sharon L. Gaber as chief university innovation and process officer. Carlin will continue to lead the Division of OneIT while taking on new responsibilities aimed at advancing University innovation and optimizing processes across the institution. “With […]