University Communications

Fall is starting to say goodbye. The dead leaves coat every surface, and I find myself studying them whenever I leave my cubicle.  

It’s the world I’ve known here at UNC Charlotte. It’s my bubble, so to speak. We all have them. Sometimes the bubble needs to be popped. I didn’t realize it until I sat down and talked with someone outside of it. 

With the changing of the seasons, the Golden Owl Tavern located in UNC Charlotte’s Marriott Hotel and Conference Center is also changing up its menu. Executive Chef Andres and Chef Aija are passionate about working with the seasons and getting the best ingredients to put together a delicious meal for everyone.

There’s so much to do on campus and in the Charlotte region during this fall. Go to the Renaissance Festival, participate in Niner Nation Week, ride light rail, go to the Carolina Balloon Fest — the possibilities are endless! We even made a list of 49 things you can do. Happy first day of fall, Niners!

On campus

Participate in Wear Green Wednesdays

Cheer on our Charlotte 49er student-athletes.

 Originally from Nigeria, Temitayo Ologun is a graduate student working on a master’s degree in data science and business analytics. She is also the treasurer of the Graduate and Student Professional Government. Learn more about Ologun, her role as treasurer, fun facts and helpful advice in this Q&A. 

 Why did you choose UNC Charlotte?

“Thanks are due to the entire campus for the incredible work supporting the updated branding this past academic year. From students to the broader community, we’ve received positive feedback and our logo is increasingly prominent and visible. As we continue to strengthen the University’s profile, having this strong and cohesive identity will help further build brand equity,” said Beth Crigler, interim vice chancellor for the Division of University Advancement. 

Several related updates are planned for the 2022-23 academic year:

Moriah Walker is the social media specialist and self-described official #retweeter for UNC Charlotte. Get an inside look into Walker’s job, advice for Niners and her favorite parts of UNC Charlotte. 

Can you describe your role at UNC Charlotte?

Meet Kat Lawrence, a photographer in the Office of University Communications. Learn about her role and favorite areas of campus and her advice for students. 

Describe your job and what you do at UNC Charlotte. 

This year’s Day of Remembrance will begin Friday, April 29, providing the UNC Charlotte community opportunities to gather and observe the three-year anniversary of the April 30, 2019, campus shooting that took the lives of Riley Howell and Reed Parlier and physically injured four other students. 

On that day, students, faculty, staff, alumni and all members of the Niner family may take part in activities designed to remember Howell and Parlier and reflect on the impact of their lives and this event on Niner Nation. 

During these unprecedented times, the UNC Charlotte Voices of Eden Gospel Choir has chosen to lift up their voices in song—remotely—to support Niner Nation.A group of more than 60 current Voices of Eden student members and alumni joined together to create a virtual choir video to uplift and inspire.

Diana Hill is a staff auditor in the Division of Institutional Integrity on campus, but, she also is a dedicated volunteer with the Carolina Waterfowl Rescue.