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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. […]

Tim Johnson is full of optimism. As a fire and life safety analyst in the Office of Environmental Health and Safety, he sees his role as a way to be a superhero in ordinary life. Learn more about Johnson, some unknown facts about him and why the fire safety and building evacuation training is important […]

Behind every football experience is a whole team of people who make it happen. Yes, it’s the person selling the popcorn and snacks, scanning fan merchandise, collecting tickets, and securing and keeping the area safe. But who supplies the popcorn? Who makes sure the merchandise is properly branded? Who manages tickets? How is security coordinated? […]

Loryn Hartbarger, UNC Charlotte’s campus dietitian, has a passion for helping students become more knowledgeable about food and nutrition. Learn more about her role at UNC Charlotte and check out her tips for healthy eating during the holiday season. Describe your job and what you do at UNC Charlotte. My job as the campus dietitian […]

When challenges arise, sometimes unexpected collaborations bring forth solutions. An unlikely pairing of the Payroll Department, OneIT Financial Systems Support and Business Services technology team collaborated for an eight-month, complex, yet necessary, feat, which could easily go unnoticed. It’s not always glamorous. It doesn’t always seem significant or big and flashy, but these types of […]

Earlier this month, members of the UNC Charlotte community were asked to share their favorite Thanksgiving recipes, traditions and memories. Below is a sampling of responses from our colleagues in business affairs. More Thanksgiving favorites were shared last week in Niner Insider, and you can read them here. Robyn Diehm, assistant controller, tax and payroll […]

Continuing the “international gold standard of public safety,” the communications center of the University of North Carolina at Charlotte Police Department has been awarded Communications Accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA). The accreditation follows a rigorous self-assessment process that began with a review of policies, practices and processes against […]

Bonnie Murphy will join UNC Charlotte as interim vice chancellor for business services effective Jan. 4, 2022. In this role, she will oversee the overall administration and strategic leadership for campus food services (meal plans, retail dining, catering, concessions and convenience stores), bookstores and other campus retail operations, reprographic services, vending and ATMs, mail and […]

One topic on most people’s minds right now is the increasing price of gasoline. In one way or another, we’re all feeling the strain of those rising costs and are seeking relief. Whether you’re commuting around campus or traveling a short or long distance, we’ve compiled some common personal alternatives to using your gas-powered car […]

A member of UNC Charlotte’s Class of ‘22, Natalie Flinchum brings a fresh perspective to the Business Services marketing team. Learn more about her and how her experience as a student prepared her for her role as social media coordinator. What is the Business Services marketing team responsible for and how does your role fit […]

We asked, you answered. With summer coming into full swing, you submitted some of your favorite activities for warmer weather. Take a look through and be inspired to give one of these a try. “I am enthusiastically anticipating a three-week trip to Scotland with my daughter, Emily, that was originally planned for the summer of […]