University Operations
Ceremonial tree planting to celebrate Arbor Day, KEEPING WATCH
UNC Charlotte will conduct a ceremonial tree planting at 12:30 p.m., Wednesday, March 16, at the west end of Hechenbleikner Lake. This event is part of the University’s KEEPING WATCH initiative and celebrates North Carolina Arbor Day, which is March 18.
Organized by the UNC Charlotte College of Arts + Architecture and UNC Charlotte’s Urban Institute, KEEPING WATCH is a multi-year initiative designed to foster collaboration across disciplines and interest groups to engage the public in local ecological issues.
University ethics extra: core standards
“Pursuit of the University of North Carolina at Charlotte mission of teaching, research and public service requires a shared commitment to the core values of the University as well as a commitment to ethical conduct in all University activities.”
Light rail construction to affect North Tryon traffic
Work to extend the CATS Blue Line onto campus continues, and beginning in the next days and for the next several months, construction will impact the UNC Charlotte campus, particularly at Institute Circle. As with all construction, weather may change the projected schedules for the below phases of the project.
Feb. 22 forum is another opportunity to provide input on Belk Plaza
The second of three Belk Plaza forums is scheduled for 4 to 6 p.m., Monday, Feb. 22, in the Cone University Center, Lucas Room. Attendees, comprised of the campus community, alumni and others, can participate in this event that will, in part, influence the conceptual plans for the transformation of Belk Plaza.
Campus to return to normal operations at 5 p.m. Feb. 15
Effective at 5 p.m., Monday, Feb. 15, UNC Charlotte will return to normal operations, Operating Status No. 1. Classes that begin at 5 p.m. or later tonight (Feb. 15) will be held.
Students, faculty and staff should use judgment about the appropriate course of action in individual circumstances as weather impacts may vary across the UNC Charlotte service region. In all cases, allow more time for travel and exercise caution.
Campus open on reduced schedule, Monday, Feb. 15
UNC Charlotte is operating on a reduced schedule, Operating Status No. 2, on Monday, Feb. 15. Offices and facilities are open but classes are canceled until 5 p.m. Essential personnel are required to report for work. Students, faculty and staff should use their own best judgment and exercise caution in traveling to and from campus, given their individual circumstances.
University monitoring weather conditions
The University is closely monitoring Charlotte area weather. As of 9:45 p.m., Feb. 14, there are no changes to the normal operating schedule for Monday, Feb. 15. An update will be provided by 6 a.m. on Monday.
Campus closed Jan. 22
Based on adverse weather conditions in the Charlotte region, the University has moved to Operational Status 3 (OS3), effective immediately. On Jan. 22, classes are cancelled and University offices are closed.
Classes cancelled for Jan. 22, University offices open
Based on the likelihood of adverse weather, the University will move to Operational Status 2 at midnight tonight. On Jan. 22, classes will be cancelled. University offices will be open, with limited operation.
Town-hall meeting on diversity and inclusion scheduled
UNC Charlotte officials will participate in a town-hall style discussion about diversity and inclusion on campus at 7 p.m., Monday, Jan. 25, in the Cone University Center, McKnight Hall.
Student Body President Mitch Daratony will moderate this meeting that will include Chancellor Philip L. Dubois, Provost Joan Lorden, Vice Chancellor for Business Affairs Beth Hardin and Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs Art Jackson.