Faculty and Staff News

Between 7:30 and 11:30 a.m., Friday, Oct. 12, lane closures will occur on Alumni Way near South Village Deck as construction takes place to install speed bumps to control traffic for pedestrian safety.

Expect traffic delays as flaggers alternate traffic flow. Exercise caution when approaching construction zones.

A highlight of commencement is the recognition of individuals for exceptional and distinctive service to the University or the greater community through the awarding of an honorary degree from UNC Charlotte. The Nominations, Honors and Awards Committee is seeking assistance in nominating persons for this honor.

The University’s Board of Trustees has established the following criteria regarding prospective nominees:

UNC Charlotte welcomed the following new staff and faculty members during the Oct. 2 New Employee Orientation Session:

Academic Affairs
Aimee Hawkins, divisional director of communications

Athletics
Charles Muchukot, director of baseball operations

Atkins Library
Stephanie Collins, university library technician

Auxiliary Operations
Kathryn Turner, university program specialist

Construction to update walkways, patios and landscaping near the Student Health Center and the Price Counseling Center will begin Monday, Oct. 22.

Expect construction fencing and equipment operation during this project, which is scheduled through Friday, Dec. 14.

Remember to exercise caution when approaching construction areas.

Each fall, the Division of Institutional Integrity holds a legal symposium that focuses on important issues related to higher education.

This year’s event is scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 16, in the Barnhardt Student Activity Center Salons. Registration is underway; participants can sign up to attend various sessions throughout the day:

The selection committee for the Bank of America Award for Teaching Excellence and the new UNC Charlotte Award for Teaching Excellence is accepting nominations through Thursday, Nov. 15. These awards are two of the most important and prestigious awards at UNC Charlotte as they honor outstanding professors and provide an example of the University’s commitment to excellence in teaching.

The strongest nominations include specific examples from students; just submit a nomination and the professor will be considered for the award for which they are eligible.

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.

The Human Resources Department publishes the approved holiday schedule annually. The 2019 schedule is:

Holiday 

Approved date(s)     

 Allowance

New Year’s Day