Wednesday, February 3, 2021
High school GPA doesn't equal workplace success for women
Men supervise more individuals in the workplace than women — regardless of their grade point averages (GPAs) in high school — according to new published research on gender equality co-led by Jill Yavorsky, assistant professor of sociology.
BREAKING NEWS
- Read the follow-up on recent COVID-19 testing in residence halls and additional surge information.
YOUR DAILY NEED TO KNOW: FACULTY & STAFF
- The Women + Girls Research Alliance is offering a round of spring 2021 seed funding to support new or ongoing research efforts of academic partners that elevate the social and economic status of women and girls in the Charlotte‐Mecklenburg region. Funding proposals will be accepted through Feb. 25.
- Learn five time management tips to help students.
YOUR DAILY NEED TO KNOW: STUDENTS
- The Popp Martin Student Union and services within such as NinerTech, the Campus Salon and Union Station remain open for students and the campus community. Check the Union website for building hours and other information.
OUR POINTS OF PRIDE
COA+A students show work in nationally juried exhibitions: Nicole Thrower and Ajané Williams have had their work accepted into nationally juried shows.
MEDIA HIGHLIGHTS
- Assistant professor of dance Tamara Williams discussed her ring shout research with Wilson's World on WCCB.
- Physics and optical science professor Thomas Suleski has been named a 2021 OSA Fellow by the Optical Society.
- The College of Arts + Architecture hosted a discussion on equity in arts philanthropy.
EVENTS
- 2/9: Test your Harry Potter knowledge at 49er Virtual Trivia Night. The top trivia stars will win free Charlotte 49ers swag!
- 2/16: Work with big data sets in Sheets? Take advantage of pivot tables - this workshop will show you the ropes!
- 2/25: Graduate Admissions Information Session - Hear from graduate admissions counselors and graduate program directors. RSVP today!
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