New Recycling Composting Pilot Program, 49er Gold Rush 5K and more
DID YOU KNOW?
Paper towels and compostable paper make up about 20% of the waste collected from UNC Charlotte buildings. The Office of Sustainability and Facilities Management have launched a new recycling composting pilot program in the Fretwell Building.
FACULTY & STAFF ANNOUNCEMENTS
- The 2025-26 Fulbright U.S. Scholar Competition opens in February 2024. Learn more about applying for prestigious teaching and research opportunities.
- Get started using AI tools like ChatGPT or learn to design and implement engaging group projects in two online workshops, Thursday, Feb. 1.
- Encourage your students to earn a certificate in wellness and resilience. UNC Charlotte graduate and undergraduate students are invited to participate in a free workshop series from the Penn Resilience Program to help them reach their goals, manage stress and strengthen their relationships.
STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS
- The H.E.L.P. certificate program provides students with non-academic credit for participating in national prevention training opportunities on various health and well-being issues. Complete the registration form on Niner Engage. Questions? Email hwb-helpcert@charlotte.edu.
- The application for Graduate Research Symposium abstract submissions is open through Wednesday, Jan. 31. The symposium, an interdisciplinary graduate student-run conference, will be held Friday, March 22.
- Mental health peer educators are a group of diverse undergraduate and graduate students who support the mission of CAPS by assisting with outreach and community engagement. Apply to join the fall 2024 team by Thursday, Feb. 29!
- Graduate and undergraduate students are encouraged to earn a certificate in wellness and resilience by participating in the Penn Resilience Program, a series of free workshops that teaches strategies and skills to help you reach your goals, manage stress and strengthen your relationships.
ATTEND AN UPCOMING EVENT
- The 49er Gold Rush 5K, hosted by UREC, is Saturday, Feb. 3. The race is open to everyone, and pre-race registration is through Thursday, Feb. 1.
Looking for more events? Check out our events calendar and Niner Engage.
Trivia time
Niners: How many meals were served at Social 704, Charlotte Greens and SoVi during the fall 2023 semester?
SHOW YOUR NINER PRIDE
Way to go Niners! Our men’s basketball team improved to 12-7 overall and 6-1 in the American Conference last night to stay atop the conference standings. Submit your Niner spirit photo to ninerinsider@charlotte.edu.
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