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UNC Charlotte is leading in defining the future of artificial intelligence. As the Charlotte region’s educational AI leader, the University is advancing AI research, education and ethical implementation to drive innovation with real-world impact. The launch of the Charlotte AI Institute (CLT AI Institute) formalizes UNC Charlotte’s position as a hub for cutting-edge discovery, interdisciplinary […]

Charlotte 49ers women’s lacrosse makes its debut Saturday, Feb. 8, taking on Gardner-Webb. This inaugural clash at Jerry Richardson Stadium was two and a half years in the making. Head coach Clare Short, one of the most accomplished lacrosse coaches in the region, starts the inaugural season with a talented freshman class and a top-10 […]

The Dean of Students Office is accepting applications for 2025 Spring Commencement bell ringers. Faculty and staff should encourage graduating students to apply for this prestigious honor. Bell ringer is a tradition that recognizes outstanding student leaders who have demonstrated exemplary 49er spirit. All applicants must have a minimum 2.75 cumulative GPA and be in good […]

Indya Barginere and Violet Drinkwater, students in the Ravin School of Architecture, won an award in the U.S. Department of Energy-sponsored photo contest “Framing the Future: Industrial Technologies.” For the national contest, professional and amateur photographers submitted photos of the innovative technologies, processes and people that will increase competitiveness of the U.S. industrial base and […]

Christopher R. Gonyar ’05, ’07 MPA, has been named the associate vice chancellor for safety and security at UNC Charlotte, effective Jan. 15. He has served in an interim capacity in the role since July 1, 2024. He will continue to report directly to Vice Chancellor for Business Affairs Rich Amon.  “Chris has consistently proven […]

Jill Sexton has been named dean of the J. Murrey Atkins Library, effective March 15. Sexton joins UNC Charlotte from North Carolina State University Libraries, where she is the associate director for digital and organizational strategy. Sexton’s two-decade career in library services includes research service development, strategic planning, technology strategy and major facility projects. She […]

UNC Charlotte has been recognized as first in the state and among the nation’s best in online education, earning the No. 3 spot (tie) on U.S. News & World Report’s 2025 Best Online Bachelor’s Degrees rankings, released Jan. 21. This marks a climb of four spots from 2024 and solidifies Charlotte’s position as the top-ranked […]

Officers from the Department of Police and Public Safety recently gathered with colleagues, friends and family in the Harris Alumni Center to celebrate 16 promoted officers, three awardees and the year’s accomplishments. Chancellor Sharon L. Gaber remarked on the impact of the police force on the campus community and commended officers’ daily (and nightly) efforts […]

The Great Decisions lecture series, a national program of the Foreign Policy Association, gives citizens the opportunity to meet, discuss and learn about some of the issues facing the world. UNC Charlotte’s Office of International Programs coordinates the Charlotte Great Decisions Lecture Series. Each week a local expert from UNC Charlotte or a nearby institution […]

Jae Emerling is the new associate dean for research in the College of Arts + Architecture. This three-year appointment was effective with the start of the spring 2025 semester. As associate dean for research, Emerling will support the college’s research initiatives (both graduate and undergraduate) and the strategic pursuit of research and extramural funding. In consultation with […]