General News
Internship helps expand professional network
One reason Kenan Moore chose UNC Charlotte was because he knew the Belk College of Business would be a good fit. He was seeking opportunities to build his network and grow as an individual. This past summer, the senior marketing major exponentially increased his professional network as an intern at Bank of America. What was your role at Bank of America? What types of projects did you work on?
Bernadette T. Donovan-Merkert named interim dean of the College of Science
Bernadette T. Donovan-Merkert has been named interim dean of the College of Science, one of two colleges created from the reorganization of the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences, effective immediately. The name of the college is pending final approval from the Board of Trustees.
Two new colleges form from the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences
Two new colleges have formed from the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences, creating new pathways for student and research success — the College of Science and the College of Humanities & Earth and Social Sciences.
Meet Marlo Hardiman
Originally from Grenada, Mississippi, Marlo Hardiman is the assistant controller in the payroll and tax department. Learn some surprising facts about payroll, her off-the-clock activities and the benefits of signing up for an electronic W-2.
Can you describe your role at UNC Charlotte?
We are responsible for paying faculty, staff and student employees and for submitting payments for retirement, health benefits, payroll taxes and a variety of other payroll deductions. Another responsibility includes printing W-2s, 1099s and 1042s.
W. Frank Dowd IV and Roddey Dowd Jr. receive UNC Charlotte Distinguished Service Award
W. Frank Dowd IV and Roddey Dowd Jr. are the 2023 recipients of the UNC Charlotte Distinguished Service Award.
49ers sacks leader makes Tampa Bay’s 53-man roster
Charlotte 49ers defensive end Markees Watts, the program’s all-time sacks leader, has made the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 53-man roster.
Let’s hear a cheer for the start of a new school year
Monday, Aug. 28, was the first day of a new year for UNC Charlotte’s school — Niner University Elementary, and Charlotte 49ers student-athletes were on hand to welcome students.
Ribbon-cutting held for UNC Charlotte’s Career & Collaboration Hub
UNC Charlotte’s University Career Center celebrated a ribbon-cutting for the center’s new Career & Collaboration Hub Friday, Aug. 25.
Created together with Truist Financial Corporation, one of the largest financial institutions in the country, the hub is a place where success, engagement and purpose align to support UNC Charlotte students with resume development tools, interview preparation, sponsored career events and networking opportunities for employment or internships.
University Ombuds Adds Graduate Students; Publishes Annual Report
After six years of service as the graduate student ombuds, Bruce Taylor has stepped down from that role. Graduate students, including master’s, doctorate and postdoctoral fellows, will now receive services from the University Ombuds, Scott Deyo, who also serves faculty and staff.
What has UNC Charlotte been up to?
UNC Charlotte is back to the hustle and bustle of campus life! So many employees have been working hard for students’ arrival this fall. See a glimpse of what UNC Charlotte has been up to make the start of the semester a success!
Niner Central
With students back on campus, Niner Central has been busy with appointments, billing, transcripts, financial aid and more. What would we do without them?