Faculty/Staff

Deidra Harris-Lumpkins has been appointed associate vice chancellor for human resources and university affirmative action officer. Harris-Lumpkins begins her duties Jan. 30, 2023, succeeding Gary Stinnett, who will retire after 26 years of service to the institution.

Michelle Meggs is the executive director of the Women + Girls Research Alliance. It encourages engaged research focused on issues related to the economic, social and physical well-being of women and girls by encouraging co-production among researchers, community residents and practitioners.

Personal tracking devices are newer technology devices that are intended to be placed in or on items and track their movements — such as cell phones or keys. They are small and discreet — often difficult to notice. Their intention is for personal device tracking and safety purposes, but there is an increase nationwide in criminal activity reported through the improper use of PTDs. Here are a few tips from the Police and Public Safety Office to remain safe.

How are PTDs being used criminally?

Belton “Danny “Abril, who joined the University in October 2022 as the manager for the electrical shops in the Facilities Management Department, died Nov. 16.

Prior to UNC Charlotte, Abril worked in private industry from more than 30 years. A native of Ecuador, he and his family relocated to Charlotte from California. He was an expert in low voltage systems, was certified as a Lutron lighting programmer and had a lengthy background in project management.

Final arrangements are pending.

UNC Charlotte offers eligible employees 12 paid holidays each calendar year, and the Human Resources Department publishes the approved holiday schedule annually. 

2023 holiday schedule

HOLIDAY (University is closed)

A native New Yorker, Officer Mike Reynolds began his law enforcement career with the New York Police Department in 1986. His many memories with the NYPD include being a first responder to the World Trade Center in 2001, making detective and retiring after 20 years of service. Upon relocation to Charlotte, he served 12 years with the Mecklenburg County Sheriff’s Office. Now, as a member of Niner Nation, Reynolds is among the many who make UNC Charlotte a great place to live, study and work.

Volunteer help is needed for the upcoming December Commencement ceremonies to assist at the information tables, pass out name cards to graduates and to welcome guests. Register to volunteer.

Friday, Dec. 16 (volunteer shift is 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.)
Ceremony for the College of Arts + Architecture, Belk College of Business, College of Computing and Informatics and College of Health and Human Services

The Office of Adult Student and Evening Services, better known as “OASES,” is updating its name to better reflect its services to the University. 

Starting this week, OASES now stands for the Office of Adult Students and Extended Services. This change reflects the office’s continued focus on serving UNC Charlotte’s adult student population through expanded services for students. 

The UNC Charlotte Office of Academic Affairs and the University’s chapter of the National Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi will hold a reception for faculty and staff from 4 to 6 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 10, in the Atkins Library Halton Reading Room. Complimentary food and beverages will be provided.

Meet Jules Keith-Le, a faculty development specialist and Charlotte native. Learn about her work with the Center of Teaching and Learning, her favorite things about campus and great events coming up for faculty, staff and students alike. 

How long have you been at UNC Charlotte?