Student Life
Student study abroad photography on display in Student Union
The sixth annual Study Abroad Student Photo Exhibit will be displayed Monday, April 27, through Sunday, May 10, in the Student Union. An opening reception will be from 5 to 7 p.m., Wednesday, April 29.
The exhibit features photography taken by UNC Charlotte students while they were abroad; photos were submitted in four categories: self-portrait, defining moment, landscape and portrait.
For more information, visit the Student Union Gallery and the Office of Education Abroad.
‘Countdown to AIDS Walk’ to raise awareness of HIV
On Thursday, April 23, the Multicultural Resource Center will sponsor a “Countdown to AIDS Walk” from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Student Union to sign up individuals to participate in Charlotte’s annual AIDS Walk, scheduled for Saturday, May 2.
The April 23 event will include music and entertainment, along with interactive HIV educational displays and presentations.
‘On the Green’ golf tournament to support student scholarship
Golfers will tee off for a good cause at the “On the Green” tournament, which has a 1 p.m. shotgun start Friday, April 24, at the Tradition Club in Charlotte.
All proceeds from this annual event support the P.J. Briggs Scholarship fund. Registration for the tournament is limited to 144 spots and is open through Wednesday, April 15.
Event participants will receive range balls, entry to the putting contest, lunch and a “goody” bag. At the event, there will be prize drawings, contests and raffles.
LGBT advocate Matthew Vines to discuss sexuality and religion
Matthew Vines will present “God and the Gay Christian” at 6 p.m., Wednesday, April 8, in the Student Union Theater. The Multicultural Resource Center is sponsoring this free, public event.
Vines is an advocate for the acceptance of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people within Christian communities and in society at large. He attended Harvard University from 2008-10, then took a leave of absence in order to research the Bible and homosexuality and work toward LGBT inclusion in the church.
Take Back the Night to honor and support sexual assault and domestic violence survivors
The Center for Wellness Promotion and the Interpersonal Violence Prevention and Education Committee will host the annual Take Back the Night at 5 p.m., Wednesday, April 15, in the Barnhardt Student Activity Center.
Lunchtime talk enables students to engage with campus leaders
Campus growth, light rail and academic resources were a few of the topics addressed by Chancellor Philip Dubois and campus administrators during a recent discussion with the student body in the Student Union Rotunda.
Multicultural Resource Center to screen documentary ‘Five Friends’
The Multicultural Resource Center (MRC) will host a free, public screening and discussion of the documentary “Five Friends” at 5 p.m., Monday, March 30, in the Student Union, Room 263.
With the emergence of the term “bromance,” modern pop culture has become fascinated with male friendships. In an evolving society, there is uncertainty as to how these male friendships should appear, their importance and how they can be discussed in a masculine manner. The term “bromance” itself implies a certain awkwardness when referring to these close relationships between men.
Chancellor, student body president to hold campus discussion
Chancellor Philip Dubois will hold an interactive discussion with the student body at 11:30 a.m., Thursday, March 19, in the Student Union Rotunda. The annual “Chancellor’s Lunchtime Student Talk” is an opportunity for students to discuss current issues facing the University and direct questions to the chancellor and campus administrators.
Following the chancellor’s remarks, Student Body President Steven Serio will deliver his “State of the University” address .
The event is hosted by the Student Government Association. Free food will be provided.
Olympic gymnast Shawn Johnson to talk ‘Winning Balance’
Olympian Shawn Johnson, author of “Winning Balance, will share her experiences as a gold medal-winning gymnast at 7 p.m., Thursday, March 19, in Cone University Center, McKnight Hall.
‘Umbra’ on display in Student Union Art Gallery
The Student Union Art Gallery will display “Umbra,” an on-site installation by Meredith Connelly through Sunday, March 8. A free reception with the artist will be at 4:30 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 19; it will feature a performance by opera singer Kelly Hutchinson.
“Umbra” explores the pairing of light and sculpture with sound sensitivity. Though each sculpture is created specifically for the site, “Umbra” is a continuing series. The exhibit was first displayed at the Cornelius Arts Center last summer.