Student Affairs

UNC Charlotte will celebrate its new Esports and Gaming Arena with a grand opening event starting at 2 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 4, in the Popp Martin Student Union.  The event, which begins in Norm’s on the first floor, will feature remarks from UNC Charlotte Chancellor Sharon L. Gaber, Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs Kevin Bailey, […]

Karabeth Savage, a senior majoring in biology with a concentration in ecology, loves the great outdoors. A Venture Outdoor Leadership student leader, Savage holds a University professional internship position with the organization. But like Savage’s favorite hikes, their path to Charlotte was full of peaks, valleys and unexpected discoveries.  Savage was born in Cooleemee, North […]

Seventy-five University departments, student groups and external organizations came together during Earth Month to host and participate in numerous successful events.  The campus community gained awareness about sustainability initiatives, were invited to assist in beautification efforts and celebrated the natural environment. Here are some of the highlights. Cleaning and Cultivating Campus Beauty UNC Charlotte’s primary […]

Soak up the sun and cool off by the water during Hech Lake Days from 2 to 6 p.m., Thursday, April 10 and 17; and Wednesday, April 23 and 30, at Hechenbleikner Lake.  The Student Involvement Office and Venture Outdoor Leadership are hosting four days of fun to celebrate one of UNC Charlotte’s landmark bodies […]

This spring, 12 student organizations are seeking crowdfunded contributions to enable them to travel to national competitions, host annual events and enrich their college experience at UNC Charlotte. From professional development clubs to club sports, the organizations provide an outlet for Charlotte students to connect with fellow Niners and explore passions outside of the classroom. […]

Lorenzo Hopper,  assistant professor in the Department of Epidemiology and Community Health, is a major supporter of first-generation students at Charlotte. A first-generation student himself, Hopper has been involved with the First Gen Niners student organization as a faculty advisor since 2020 and Office of Transition and Success (which developed into Forty-Niner First Generation Support) […]

The Dean of Students Office is accepting applications for 2025 Spring Commencement bell ringers. Faculty and staff should encourage graduating students to apply for this prestigious honor. Bell ringer is a tradition that recognizes outstanding student leaders who have demonstrated exemplary 49er spirit. All applicants must have a minimum 2.75 cumulative GPA and be in good […]

Denise Balfour Simpson was named associate vice chancellor for student affairs and dean of students at UNC Charlotte following a national search. Her appointment is effective July 29. She joins the University from Davidson College where she was associate dean of students in the Division of Student Life. At Charlotte, Simpson will provide visionary, strategic […]

UNC Charlotte’s men’s intramural disc golf team won the Professional Disc Golf Association’s National College Championship held early this semester at Winthrop University in Rock Hill, South Carolina. The 49ers bested a field of more than 200 teams, the highest number of competitors. The 49ers team members were Glen Fister, Tom Shanley, Owen Rice and […]

Traditionally, university counseling centers shoulder the bulk of student mental health support services. However, at UNC Charlotte, where the student population exceeds 30,000, the approach to mental health care extends campuswide.