Faculty & Staff: Back to School Special Edition

Editor’s Note: Welcome back to campus, faculty and staff!

What Has UNC Charlotte Been Up To?

We’ve been busy all summer long getting ready for students, faculty and staff to return to campus. From dining to research, to Niner Central and the bookstore, see what we’ve been up to.

Health, Safety and Well-being

We are dedicated to keeping our campus healthy and safe — physically, mentally and emotionally. Please make sure to know the resources available to you and reach out if you need them.

Mental Health and Well-Being: An important resource available is the Employee Assistance Program, which provides free, confidential counseling and resources on financial, legal and work-life matters. Download the Ginger app, which offers confidential, on-demand emotional and mental health support through coaching via text-based chats, self-care activities and video-based therapy and psychiatry.

NinerReady: Be NinerReady by downloading the LiveSafe app and the CMPD app. Please program the Campus Police numbers into your cell phone: 704-687-2200 (emergency) and 704-687-8300 (non-emergency) and learn more about NinerAlerts and NinerNotices.

Tips for Staying Healthy:

The start of school increases the chance of catching a respiratory virus — such as a cold, flu or COVID-19. Make sure to practice good health habits like washing your hands often, sneezing into your elbow and staying home when sick. Check out Niner Nation Cares for the latest information and additional tips for keeping yourself and others safe.

Parking & TRansportation

From parking to Niner Transit to the light rail, PaTS is here to help you get where you need to be.

Parking Permits: A parking permit, or payment of a visitor’s fee, is required to park on campus any time the University is open. Purchase your permit at MyPark.

CASSI: CASSI is an electric, driverless shuttle that seats up to eight passengers and an attendant and is free for anyone to ride as part of Niner Transit Service.

Niner Transit Red Route is Back

: The Red Route provides express transit service along an abbreviated Silver Route to alleviate passenger demand during peak ridership times. It operates weekdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Transit Pass: Faculty and staff can buy a CATS All-Access Transit Pass for $75 a year.

Real-Time Updates: Download PassioGO! for real-time Niner Transit tracking, routes and schedules.

Niner Paratransit:

Individuals with mobility impairments can register for disability transport. Requests are processed and scheduled quickly.

DELICIOUS DINING OPTIONS

Hungry? From new options to the return of old favorites, there is something for everyone this fall.

• The Bistro: Your light lunch haven is open on the second floor of the Popp Martin Student Union. From tempting appetizers and garden-fresh salads to generous sandwiches and enticing desserts, the menu is thoughtfully crafted to cater to diverse preferences. The admission rate for faculty and staff is $14.75.
• Social 704 (formerly Crown Commons): The renovations are complete, and the transformation is remarkable. Enjoy an unforgettable dining experience in the Popp Martin Student Union. Highlights of Social 704 include: catering to diverse dietary preferences, a more inviting ambiance, individual and two-top seating and family-style tables. Door rates are listed on the auxiliary services website.
• Cluckin’ Amazing: Jamal’s Chicken is open in the space formerly occupied by Bojangles Express in Upper Prospector and offers halal-certified chicken tenders and sandwiches.
• More Delicious News to Savor: Thoughtful Cup added Boba Tea to its menu, Mama Leone’s is offering a gluten-free pizza, Hershey’s ice cream is available at Whitney’s Bakery in Cone Center, Change Please coffee will be served in the dining hall and cheese curds and tater tots joined the Burger 704 lineup!
• Always check: Dine on Campus for hours, menus and events. Download Niner Diners Mobile Ordering app to order ahead.

49er Athletics

We can’t wait to see you in the stands cheering on the Charlotte 49ers to victory!

Get your tickets: Faculty and staff are eligible for discounted ticket and parking benefits to campus athletic events. Prices are valid for current faculty and staff and covers spouses and dependents. All tickets and parking are subject to availability.

Fall Educator Appreciation Games: Saturday, Sept. 2, at 6:30 p.m. – $10 off tickets to the 49ers v. SC State football game