Arts and Culture
Architecture students build ‘People’s Porch’
As the fall semester came to a close, Marc Manack, associate professor of architecture, and students in his class “Good Fast Cheap” worked to bring a community’s vision to life.
Professor’s augmented reality project brings Levine Museum exhibit to life
Associate Professor of Urban Design Ming-Chun Lee has collaborated with the Levine Museum of the New South to integrate augmented reality (AR) technology and GIS mapping into an exhibition about Charlotte neighborhoods, past and present.
Dance Partners
A unique partnership between UNC Charlotte and Charlotte Ballet enables students like Rose Wuertz to earn both a bachelor’s degree in dance and a professional training certificate in dance.
Wind Ensemble to perform
The UNC Charlotte Wind Ensemble will perform a concert at 7:30 p.m., Monday, Nov. 25, in the Belk Theater of Robinson Hall.The ensemble, under the direction of Shawn Smith, will present a program that includes “Process of Nobles,” “Only Light, Only Love” and “The Bicycle Shop” and other selections.Tickets are $8. CoA+A majors receive one complimentary ticket via the 49erArtsLink program.
University Chorale to present holiday concert
The University Chorale will perform a holiday concert on Monday, Dec. 2, under the direction of guest conductor Ginger Wyrick. The program features selections from Handel’s “Messiah” including the ever-popular “Hallelujah” chorus.
Historian’s book chosen for new publishing imprint
A book by UNC Charlotte history professor Karen Cox about Confederate monuments is one of the first four books under contract in the newly created Marcie Cohen Ferris and William R. Ferris Imprint for high-profile, general-interest books about the American South.
Attend a book signing with John David Smith
John David Smith, Charles H. Stone Distinguished Professor of American History at UNC Charlotte, will sign his new book, “Dear Delia: The Civil War Letters of Captain Henry F. Young” at 3 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 13 at Barnes and Noble, Popp Martin Student Union. The bookstore will offer a 10 percent discount on the publication.
Alumnus shared his ingredients for a good biscuit—and a good life
Chadwick Boyd ’93 took an untraditional path to becoming a food media personality. The self-taught chef came to UNC Charlotte with plans to study art and architecture. But instead of designing attractive buildings or creating beautiful paintings, he makes delicious meals that help draw family and friends closer together.
Theatre Department faculty collaborate for Cape Fear production
Kaja Dunn, assistant professor of acting in the College of Arts + Architecture, is directing the Cape Fear Regional Theatre production of “No Child,” a play by Nilaja Sun. The Fayetteville, North Carolina, production, which features a set by Tom Burch, assistant professor of scenic design, runs through Sunday, Nov. 17.
Dance concert to include April 30 remembrance, tributes to Freddie Mercury and Frida Kahlo
The Department of Dance will present its Fall Concert Thursday, Nov. 14, through Sunday, Nov. 17; it will feature four works choreographed by faculty and performed by students.