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K9 Barney, the 70-pound, two-year-old Labrador Retriever is an explosive ordnance detection dog in his body armor. UNC Charlotte Police Department’s K9 Barney has received a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. K9 Barney’s vest was embroidered with the sentiment “Honoring those who […]

Learn how a fifth grade field trip led to an ever-changing career in landscaping for Stephanie Elaine Krull, landscape projects supervisor in Facilities Management. Krull and her team keep the campus’s outdoor spaces beautiful and enjoyable year-round. What is the Grounds team responsible for and how does your role fit into that? What are your […]

As part of its initial accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA), the UNC Charlotte Department of Police and Public Safety (PPS) Communications Center must undergo an assessment. This is the Communications Center’s first review cycle; an assessment will follow every four years. As part of this process, interested parties can […]

In this season of gratitude, we want to recognize amazing teammates, colleagues and friends, Read all the heartfelt notes from colleague to colleague below. To Felicia Thompkins: “Thank you for all you do and for helping me while I was out on leave and any day I need it!” – Heather Benson To Kel Dudden: […]

Maddy Lohmeier brings her love of the environment to her role as the sustainability & marketing coordinator for dining services at UNC Charlotte. Learn more about her position, her care for bees, and her journey to working in sustainability. How would you describe your role and responsibilities as the sustainability & marketing coordinator? As the […]

New Brand: What You Need to Know As you all have seen, earlier this month, the University launched the new brand. Here are a few tips, need-to-knows and reminders for supplies, logos and brands, upcoming changes and more. Please review this information carefully, and feel free to reach out to your area’s communicator with any […]

A brand logo or mark can tell a story, invoke a feeling and even generate a sense of community. Using a branded mark has the potential to further or confuse a brand message and our University marks are no different. Get to know Rachel Skipworth, University licensing and bookstore program manager, and learn how her […]

Learn more about Gloria Escobar, Building Environmental Services supervisor in Facilities Management, including her daily tasks, memorable experiences on campus and her favorite spots on campus. How long have you been a member of Niner Nation? I’ve been part of Niner Nation for nine years. Describe your typical workday. Typically, I start the day by […]

We asked, you answered. With the first day of fall behind us, we asked what your favorite fall activities were. See what Business Affairs employees are up to this fall, whether it’s indoors, outdoors, alone or with friends and family. “When fall weather hits the Carolinas, my family and I like to do all things […]

Greg Verret has been a part of Niner Nation since 2012. Now, he’s the Interim Controller and Director of Treasury Services. Take a few minutes to get to know Greg, his roles in financial services at the University, some unexpected facts and ways he and his family stay involved in Niner Nation outside of work. […]