Faculty and Staff News

UNC Charlotte's Engaged Scholarship Symposium will convene faculty, staff, students and community partners to discuss community engagement practices. This symposium is designed to facilitate creative collaboration across academic units, colleges and departments; to outline best practices and address challenges; and strengthen partnerships.

Ellen McIntyre, dean of the Cato College of Education, has been named the dean of the College of Education, Health and Human Sciences at the University of Tennessee, effective Jan. 21.

UNC Charlotte welcomed the following new staff and faculty members during the Oct. 15 New Employee Orientation session:Building Environmental Services Ryan Leonard, building environmental technician

Sustainability Week is an annual observance that marked its sixth year earlier this month. Organizers noted the support of units across campus resulted in a successful effort. For Chartwells, the University food service provider, there are benefits to partnering with the Office of Sustainability on the transportation fair and other sustainability events.

A record number of Giving Green donors enabled this year’s fundraising drive for the Arts & Science Council and the UNC Charlotte Foundation to bring in $266,867 from faculty and staff.

On Friday, Oct. 25, there will be lane closures on Craver Road near the Popp Martin Student Union and Phillips Road near Hayes Stadium to repair asphalt.Expect flaggers to assist with traffic diversion and paving equipment and personnel at these sites.

Jessica Gover, Student Health, needs shared leave donations. The Benefits Office will accept donations through Nov. 4.

Sara Richardson from the College of Health and Human Services needs shared leave donations. The Benefits Office will accept donations through Nov. 4.

Sidewalks near the Garinger Building will be closed through Sunday, Nov. 10, for repairs to the underground roof drainage piping system.All building entrances will be open but expect construction equipment, personnel and noise.

Annual UNC Charlotte Habitat for Humanity Homecoming Build connects university to community.

No matter what the stage of their careers, all managers can benefit from enhancing and building their leadership skills. UNC Charlotte’s Learning and Organizational Development Office offers two flagship programs for that purpose. 

The Chancellor’s Reception, an annual staff recognition event, will be from 2 to 4 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 15, in the Popp Martin Student Union Multipurpose Room. Hosted by Chancellor Philip L. Dubois, this event provides employees an opportunity to socialize and network with colleagues.