General News
Charlotte accepts bid to Makers Wanted Bahamas Bowl
The Charlotte 49ers, who rode a five-game win streak to bowl eligibility, have accepted an invitation to compete in the Makers Wanted Bahamas Bowl in the program’s first-ever bowl appearance.
Tryon Street entrance dedicated in honor of Peggy and Joe Popp
UNC Charlotte’s entrance to campus off N. Tryon Street is now known as Popp Gate. The Institute Circle egress, which underwent enhancements to mirror Dickson Gate, the University’s main entrance off University City Boulevard, was dedicated Saturday, Nov. 23, in honor of Peggy and Coach Joe Popp, the parents of Karen Popp ’80, a longtime University supporter.
University conducting NinerAlert test Nov. 27
The Office of Emergency Management and the Police and Public Safety Department will conduct a full test of the NinerAlert system from approximately 10 to 11 a.m., Wednesday, Nov. 27. All methods of alert notification will be used. This includes text messaging, email, Alertus technology (on-campus screen takeover), LiveSafe and social media. The test message will read: NinerAlert: This is a test of the UNC Charlotte Emergency Alert System. This is only a test.
Sparking small-town revitalization
Music, baseball and greenways? Five strategies to spark small-town revitalization in the Charlotte region.
Athletics initiatives need crowdfunding support
The University’s Men’s Ice Hockey Club is crowdfunding to pay for travel to and from its competitions along the East Coast. Currently, team members use their own vehicles for travel.
Charlotte 49ers become bowl eligible for first time
Saturday was Senior Day, and despite a near-constant rain, the Charlotte 49ers prevailed against Marshall University. The 24-13 victory made for the greatest day in Charlotte 49ers football history as the team reached bowl eligibility for the first time and achieved a school-record six wins.
Chancellor named among 2019 Charlotteans of the Year
Charlotte Magazine recently profiled Chancellor Philip L. Dubois as one of its 2019 Charlotteans of the Year.Emma Way, the magazine’s editor, chronicled the chancellor’s 15-year tenure to bring the University and Charlotte closer together.
Senior receives ‘civic trailblazer’ award
Senior Neariah Mandisa-Drummond is the 2019 recipient of the John H. Barnhill Civic Trailblazer Award.
National award recognizes UNC Charlotte for degree completion gains
At a time when reports show that six in 10 students who enroll in a U.S. college will not have earned a degree six years later, UNC Charlotte is embracing the challenge to increase timely degree completion for enrolled students.
Wind Ensemble to perform
The UNC Charlotte Wind Ensemble will perform a concert at 7:30 p.m., Monday, Nov. 25, in the Belk Theater of Robinson Hall.The ensemble, under the direction of Shawn Smith, will present a program that includes “Process of Nobles,” “Only Light, Only Love” and “The Bicycle Shop” and other selections.Tickets are $8. CoA+A majors receive one complimentary ticket via the 49erArtsLink program.