University Advancement
Giving Green campaign reaches new highs
A record number of Giving Green donors enabled this year’s fundraising drive for the Arts & Science Council and the UNC Charlotte Foundation to bring in $266,867 from faculty and staff.
Vote early with ‘Party to the Polls’
Voting early in this year’s local elections is easy with “Party to the Polls.” From Monday, Oct. 28, through Wednesday, Oct. 30, shuttles to the closest polling location, 8802 J.W. Clay Boulevard, will be offered.This effort is a partnership between the 49er Democracy Experience and the Student Government Association. Shuttles will depart from the Popp Martin Student Union between 2 and 4 p.m.; the last shuttle will return to campus by 5 p.m.
Why I give – Jim Walczyk
As director of University Recreation, Jim Walczyk is responsible for all aspects of UNC Charlotte’s recreational programs and facilities. He has worked at the University for more than six years and has donated to Giving Green each year.
More than just a game
The stakes will be huge when the Charlotte 49ers host the Georgia Bulldogs in a benefit exhibition basketball game at 7 p.m., Friday, Oct. 25, at Halton Arena.
‘Where Are They Now?’ Alums to talk public service for 49er Democracy Experience kickoff
UNC Charlotte alumni whose careers span a broad spectrum of federal, state and local public service paths, including as elected officials, will kick off programming for the 49er Democracy Experience ahead of the 2020 election cycle and leading up to the Republican National Convention next summer in the Queen City.
Why I give – LouAnn Lamb
As communications manager for business services, LouAnn Lamb ’90 supports the marketing efforts of business and auxiliary services in the development of graphics, web content and publications. Lamb has been a Giving Green donor for about 10 years.
Acclaimed filmmaker and historian Henry Louis Gates to speak
Henry Louis Gates Jr., the Emmy award-winning filmmaker, historian and literary scholar, will deliver the 2019 Chancellor’s Speaker Series presentation, part of the annual UNC Charlotte Civic Series presented by Bank of America.
Why I give – Anne Cooper Moore
As dean of the J. Murrey Atkins Library, Anne Cooper Moore leads library services on campus. She has worked at UNC Charlotte for more than four years.
Homecoming 2019: A time to show ‘We are all Niners’
Niner Nation is gearing up for a spirit-filled Homecoming week, starting Sunday, Sept. 22. With all the events and programs scheduled, there is something for everyone—students, alumni, faculty and staff.
Giving Green co-chairs aim for 1,049 unique donors
The 2019 Giving Green campaign is underway, and co-chairs Anne Brown and Jurgen Buchenau are encouraging faculty and staff members to participate.