5 Cool Things

Pitching podcasts, de-stressing campus parking, successful start-up and the Green Tie Gala.

WFAE presents Queen City Podquest

1. Next Great Podcast

Local NPR affiliate WFAE is sponsoring a contest to locate the Charlotte area’s next great podcast. And there are at least three University-affiliated contenders. 

New parking app

2. Campus Parking App

Thanks to the work of UNC Charlotte students and administrators, commuters can now take on the challenge of campus parking with more than just a wing and a prayer.

Rabbu staff

3. Rental Startup Expands

Alum Emir Dukic started his business by listing his garage on Airbnb. His firm, Rabbu Inc., now has 67 listings and is looking to add an additional 250 listings over the next two years.

Green Tie Gala 2019

4. Evening Under the Stars

To support deserving students, the UNC Charlotte Alumni Association will host its annual Green Tie Gala on April 5 at The Westin Charlotte. This event raises funds to support student scholarships while offering an evening of fun for all alumni and friends of UNC Charlotte.

2019 football schedule is out

5. 2019 Football Schedule

The 49ers 2019 football schedule includes six games with 2018 bowl teams, including a trip to the defending national champion, Clemson.