Faculty and Staff News
DegreeWorks makeover scheduled in early 2022
DegreeWorks is a degree audit tool that allows students and their advisors to view progress toward a degree based on the catalog year of a degree, major, concentration or minor.

University employees share Thanksgiving recipes and memories
Over the past couple of weeks, employees were asked to share their favorite recipes and most cherished Thanksgiving memories. You answered. Enjoy these heartwarming and funny Thanksgiving stories, as well as delicious recipes. Happy Thanksgiving! Scott Gartlan, academic affairs, staff
College of Liberal Arts & Sciences review committee appointed
On Sept. 30, Chancellor Sharon L. Gaber and Provost Joan F. Lorden announced the University will undertake a review of the organization of the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences (CLAS). The review will ensure the University is appropriately structured to support the goals of the new strategic plan and enable continued excellence in the liberal arts and sciences.
Suarez needs shared leave
Daniela Suarez, Office of Diversity and Inclusion, needs shared leave donations. The Benefits Office will accept donations through Dec. 2.To contribute leave, faculty and staff should refer to the requirements in Personnel Information Memorandum (PIM) 29 or complete the online Voluntary Shared Leave Donation Form from the HR Benefits Forms website.
O’Neil needs shared leave
Ashley O’Neil from the Conferences, Reservations and Event Services Office needs shared leave donations. The Benefits Office will accept donations through Dec. 2.To contribute leave, faculty and staff should refer to the requirements in Personnel Information Memorandum (PIM) 29 or complete the online Voluntary Shared Leave Donation Form from the HR Benefits Forms website.
Volunteers needed for Fall Commencement
Volunteers are needed for the upcoming Fall Commencement ceremonies to assist at the information tables and ticket office, to pass out name cards to graduates and welcome guests. Register to volunteer.Commencement ceremonies

Constellation Garden Remembrance Memorial Open House
Through augmented reality technology, guests will be able to virtually explore the future memorial.

Niner pride displayed for Homecoming contest
The UNC Charlotte Staff Council sponsors an annual office decorating content leading up to the Homecoming football game. This year’s individual winner was Natalie Huie ’14, The Dubois Center at UNC Charlotte Center City.The first-place department winner was the Office of Parking and Transportation Services, with the Office of Academic Affairs taking second and the Division of University Advancement in third.
Riggan needs shared leave
Tina Riggan from the Student Activity Center and Venue Management Office needs shared leave donations. The Benefits Office will accept donations through Nov. 16.To contribute leave, faculty and staff should refer to the requirements in Personnel Information Memorandum (PIM) 29 or complete the online Voluntary Shared Leave Donation Form from the HR Benefits Forms website.
2022 Employee holiday schedule released
UNC Charlotte offers eligible employees 12 paid holidays each calendar year, and the Human Resources Department published the approved holiday schedule annually. The 2022 schedule can be found below: HOLIDAY (University is closed)