General News
‘Invisibility’ brings greater visibility to optical physicist Greg Gbur
Charlotte optical physicist Gregory J. Gbur turned to stacks of science fiction stories, a treasure trove of horror films and his scientific expertise and discoveries when writing his new book, “Invisibility: The History and Science of How Not to Be Seen.”
Niner Nation Remembers
As part of UNC Charlotte’s Day of Remembrance Friday, April 28, Niner Nation gathered to dedicate a permanent campus memorial to honor Reed Parlier and Riley Howell, who were killed, those who suffered physical injuries and everyone present in Kennedy Building 236 on April 30, 2019.
Alumna named senior VP of marketing, ecommerce for Positec
Hanna Huffman ’09 was appointed senior vice president of marketing and e-commerce for Positec, a manufacturer of power tools and lawn and garden equipment.
‘Constellation Garden’ memorial to be dedicated with April 30th remembrance
On April 28, UNC Charlotte will dedicate a permanent campus memorial to honor those who died, who were injured or who were present during a campus shooting April 30, 2019.
Chancellor’s Professor Roslyn Mickelson elected to National Academy of Education
UNC Charlotte Chancellor’s Professor Roslyn Arlin Mickelson is one of 18 exceptional education leaders and scholars elected as members of the National Academy of Education for valuable contributions to education research and policy development.
Charlotte graduate programs garner higher marks in U.S. News rankings
Eleven Charlotte programs, including MBA, MPA and public health, rise in 2023-24 rankings.
#NinerNationGives raised a record-breaking $3.1 million
#NinerNationGives only comes once a year, and 2023 was one for the books. With the theme “It Takes A Nation,” Niners across the country galvanized to strengthen the University and champion the next generation.
The 49-hour initiative kicked off at noon, March 28, and wrapped up at 1 p.m., March 30. Here are a few highlights:
Meet the 2023 Student Employee of the Year Award winner
It takes commonly admired values to stand out; maturity, diligence, dedication and hard work. These qualities are difficult to find on their own, but when they’re combined in one of UNC Charlotte’s student workers, it deserves to be recognized.
Five Cool Things (April 2023)
Charlotte FC star and former Charlotte 49er Brandt Bronico ’17 scores big, two alumni are among America’s Most Influential and more.
SACSCOC reaffirmation committee issues no recommendations during visit
The second stage of UNC Charlotte’s 10-year reaffirmation of accreditation by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges is complete. This follows a campus visit March 21-23 by the on-site reaffirmation committee.