Business Affairs

UNC Charlotte will conduct a full-scale exercise of its family assistance center plan on Thursday, Oct. 25, and Friday, Oct. 26, at the Harris Alumni Center.

A family assistance center is a location where families can receive information and support services in the event of a severe emergency affecting members of the campus community.

During the exercise, emergency service vehicles from community agencies may be seen in the area.

Slip, trip and fall incidents are among the leading cause of occupational injuries nationwide, but they are the leading cause of occupational injuries at UNC Charlotte. In 2017, 39 percent of occupational injuries on campus were the result of a slip, trip or fall. These seemingly minor incidents can lead to pain and serious discomfort. If an employee is out of work, it affects the productivity and efficiency of the corresponding campus unit or department.

CATS announced, Monday, Oct. 15, the light rail will operate on modified service for at least one more week while repairs are made to the overhead catenary system, which was damaged during Hurricane Michael last Thursday when a tree fell on it near 12th street.

Mail & Package Services, UPS and FedEx verify addresses on every package and piece of mail through the UNC Charlotte directory for faculty and staff.

Information that is out of date in Banner can cause delivery delays. Employees are encouraged to check/update the following information in Banner:

Department
Building
Room
Telephone
Email Address

UNC Charlotte employees who are eligible for benefits have until Wednesday, Oct. 31, to make selections for 2019 insurance coverage and other benefits during open enrollment.

A few highlights:

The UNC Charlotte Police and Public Safety (PPS) Department will conduct on-campus training from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 6, in the old Facilities Operations and Parking Services Building on Craver Road. 

During this time, individuals in the area may hear loud noises and see an increased police presence, including officers in tactical gear. This is part of routine training conducted by PPS.

Get involved in UNC Charlotte’s annual Sustainability Week, being held Monday through Friday, Oct. 15-19. This observance informs the University community about sustainable practices on campus.

Monday, Oct. 15 – Tree Banding

8 to 9:30 a.m. – Hauser Alumni Pavilion

For the fifth year, the University’s Environmental Health and Safety Office (EHS) is sponsoring a mass training of hands-only cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Three training sessions will be held in the Barnhardt Student Activity Center on Thursday, Oct. 4.

In 2004, UNC Charlotte’s automotive fleet shifted its goals to focus on building a more sustainable one. Since then, the University has realized continual fleet improvements and a significant decrease in harmful emissions by campus vehicles.

For its efforts, the University once again has earned a Green Fleet Award; this is the fourth consecutive year for this distinction.

The 2018 Chancellor’s Reception will be from 2 to 4 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 3, in the Popp Martin Student Union Multipurpose Room.

Hosted by Chancellor Philip L. Dubois, this annual staff recognition event provides an opportunity to socialize and network with colleagues. Light hors d’oeuvres and beverages will be served. No RSVPs are needed for this free event, which is open to all employees.