Chancellor

Belk Plaza has undergone a reimagining to add a monumental water element and a more expansive lawn, but as officials noted in a ceremony Friday, Nov. 16, to rededicate the space, it remains a central gathering location in the historic core of campus.

Professor Emeritus Norm Schul and his wife, Marianne ’73, recently made a major gift to the Urban Institute to establish the Marianne and Norman W. Schul Urban Institute Forum Series.

The third Chancellor’s Fishing Derby will be Saturday, Nov. 10, at Hechenbleikner Lake.

This family-friendly event is open to faculty and staff members and their guests. Two 75-minute sessions will be held with check-in starting at 8 a.m.

Details on the derby are:

Chancellor Philip L. Dubois was the featured speaker at the Latin American Chamber of Commerce of Charlotte’s luncheon held at the Mint Museum in Uptown Charlotte.  He spoke to a packed room of business professionals and community leaders about the importance of education to individuals and the region, the University’s record-breaking enrollment and the growth of UNC Charlotte’s Latino community.

Faculty and staff members can join colleagues for socializing and networking at a Faculty and Staff Social, which will be from 4:30 to 6 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 6, at Robinson Hall for the Performing Arts.

The Chancellor’s “Fast Five” update provides the campus community a behind-the-scenes glimpse into some of the projects and priorities that occupy the chancellor’s time and attention.

Renowned futurist, theoretical physicist and author Michio Kaku will deliver the 2018 Chancellor’s Speaker Series presentation, part of the annual UNC Charlotte Civic Series presented by Bank of America.

The American Council on Education (ACE) Fellows Program is considered the premier leadership development initiative to prepare senior leaders to serve U.S. colleges and universities.

Karen Morgan, from New Jersey City University, is spending the 2018-19 academic year at UNC Charlotte as an ACE Fellow.

The 2018 Chancellor’s Reception will be from 2 to 4 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 3, in the Popp Martin Student Union Multipurpose Room.

Hosted by Chancellor Philip L. Dubois, this annual staff recognition event provides an opportunity to socialize and network with colleagues. Light hors d’oeuvres and beverages will be served. No RSVPs are needed for this free event, which is open to all employees.

Bradley (Brad) Trahan recently joined UNC Charlotte’s Office of Legal Affairs as assistant general counsel following a national search.