General News

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Investing in future engineering leaders is the goal of a new merit-based scholars program, made possible by the family of Craig and Darla Albert.
The Albert Engineering Leadership Scholars Program will emphasize applied learning, campus involvement and professional development.

Earlier this month, in conjunction with National Police Week, the University’s Police and Public Safety Department held a special ceremony to recognize departmental award recipients and individuals who received promotions.
Eric Cox was named Officer of the Year at the event, and Jennifer Behre was recognized as Dispatcher of the Year. Antoinette Rhodie received the Civilian Employee of the Year Award, and Officer Betty Anderson was presented the Community Engagement Award by the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Mu Tau chapter.

As the University’s observance of Internal Audit Awareness Month draws to a close, Tom York said it is important for employees to consider three key areas throughout the year – information security, internal controls and fraud detection and mitigation.
“Compliance is not the same as cybersecurity,” said York, director of internal audit. “While we have a strong program to ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements, improving our cybersecurity posture goes well beyond these tasks.”

Organizers of the inaugural Heroes in Recovery 6K Trail Run/Walk, which will benefit the University’s Collegiate Recovery Community, are seeking volunteers to assist with the event, scheduled for Saturday, June 21.
Volunteers would help with event set up/tear down, registration, food set up, parking and water stations. Each volunteer will receive a Heroes in Recovery T-shirt at check-in. To assist, email the volunteer coordinator at heroesinrecovery@frnmail.com.

NOAA Hurricane Preparedness Week is through May 31, and the University’s Risk Management, Safety and Security Department encourages employees to be ready to respond and recover in the event of a natural disaster.
Hurricane season runs from June 1 through Nov. 30, and hazards from tropical cyclones can come in many forms, including storm surge, heavy raining, inland flooding, high winds, tornadoes and rip currents.

The Department of Financial Services recently graduated the inaugural class of the University’s Business Manager Certification (BMC) program, a new initiative aimed at developing/strengthening the skills of business managers and officers across campus.
According to Laura Williams, one of the program organizers, this new certification provided participants with a solid understanding of University business-related policies and procedures with a goal of leading to more effective and efficient business operations.

Joël Gallegos, assistant provost for international programs, will be the guest on the Sept. 4 edition of “The Live Wire,” Inside UNC Charlotte’s streaming webcast. He will talk about what the Office of International Programs offers and what to expect at the upcoming International Festival.
Employees can watch “The Live Wire” at their desks or on their mobile devices starting at 2 p.m.

The film “The House I Live In” will be shown at 7 p.m., Tuesday, March 25, in the Student Union, Room 340. A panel discussion will follow.
According to event sponsors, the documentary explores America’s “War on Drugs” and the profound human rights implications of this “war.”  The film outlines the seriousness of mass incarcerations and drug abuse as a public health concern. It also investigates the errors and shortcomings of this “war” and the harm on America’s poor, especially minority communities. 

UNC Charlotte’s Iranian Student Organization will hold its annual Nowruz celebration at 8 p.m., Friday, March 21, in the Student Union, Room 340.
A celebration of the first day of spring, the Nowruz observance will feature music and dance, standup comedy performances and demonstration of beautiful Persian dances by the Kereshmeh group. Light refreshments will be served prior to the second half of the program.