Faculty/Staff
2019 Chancellor’s Reception scheduled
The Chancellor’s Reception, an annual staff recognition event, will be from 2 to 4 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 15, in the Popp Martin Student Union Multipurpose Room. Hosted by Chancellor Philip L. Dubois, this event provides employees an opportunity to socialize and network with colleagues. Light refreshments will be served; raffle tickets will be distributed at the door giving attendees the chance to win Niner prizes.
Apply to be commencement speakers, bell ringers
The Dean of Students Office is seeking student speakers and bell ringers for UNC Charlotte’s Fall Commencement ceremonies (Friday and Saturday, Dec. 13-15). Faculty and staff are requested to encourage students graduating in December to apply for one of these prestigious honors.
Survey participants sought for University area thoroughfare study
UNC Charlotte, University City Partners, Charlotte Department of Transportation (CDOT) and North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) are conducting a University Area Thoroughfares Study in order to improve access and safety for pedestrians, bicyclists and motor vehicles that may enter and exit UNC Charlotte’s main campus. The study is in the initial public involvement phase that includes a survey, in which all University stakeholders (faculty, staff, students and visitors) are encouraged to participate.
Education professor receives first Reynolds Leadership Award
Florence Martin is the inaugural recipient of the Thomas L. Reynolds Leadership Award for excellence in graduate program administration.She is a professor in Learning, Design and Technology, graduate program director of the Post-Master’s Certificate of University and College Teaching and program coordinator of the Ed.D. in Educational Leadership, Learning, Design and Technology.
Nominations sought for 2020 First Citizens Bank Scholars Medal
The Graduate School is seeking nominations for the 2020 First Citizens Bank Scholars Medal. This honor, awarded since 1988, recognizes outstanding scholarship, creativity and/or research among senior full-time faculty members. Nominations may come from any UNC Charlotte faculty member.
University welcomes new employees
UNC Charlotte welcomed the following new staff and faculty members during the Sept. 3 New Employee Orientation session:Academic Affairs Arielle Rose, business officerAthleticsSarah Nash, assistant athletic trainerAndrea Davis, university program associate Atkins LibraryJordan Murphy, public communications specialist College of Computing and Informatics Bryan Dobbs, technology architect research associate
Attend the Giving Green kickoff luncheon
UNC Charlotte faculty and staff can support the campus and the greater community by participating in Giving Green 2019 and make a donation to the
Holiday schedules released for 2020 and 2021
The Human Resources Department publishes the approved holiday schedule. The 2020 schedule is:Holiday Approved date(s) AllowanceNew Year’s Day Wednesday, Jan. 1
A message from Chancellor Dubois about enrollment
Dear Colleagues, During my remarks at University Convocation on August 15, I promised that I would keep you updated on our 2019-2020 enrollment numbers and the potential impact to our budget. Now that the enrollment census is complete, I’m able to share some additional information.
Gunderman needs shared leave
Lauren Gunderman from Grants and Contracts Administration has been approved to participate in the Voluntary Shared Leave Program. The Benefits Office will accept donations through Sept. 19.To contribute leave, faculty and staff should refer to the requirements and participant forms in Personnel Information Memorandum (PIM) 29 or in the literature racks outside of the Benefits Office, King Building, Room 207. For more information, email Marina LeLeux, benefits counselor, at mleleux@uncc.edu.