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A former Charlotte student ringing the bell for commencement
Fall Bell Ringers Appreciate Journey, Lessons Learned Through Charlotte Experience
Karunya Karthikeyan, Cassietta “Cassie” Broadhead and Anum Hafiz were chosen as the bell ringers for UNC Charlotte’s 2025 Fall Commencement, which takes place Friday, Dec. 12 and Saturday, Dec. 13.
TEDxUNCCharlotte meet the speakers graphic for the Feb. 21, 2026 event.
TEDxUNCCharlotte 2026 speakers includes significant presence of Charlotte voices
TEDxUNCCharlotte, the University’s licensed TEDx event featuring speakers from across the Charlotte community, will be taking place for the seventh time on Saturday, Feb. 21.
Military & Veteran Services outside at a table
UNC Charlotte ranks in Top 20 for the Southeast and Top 100 nationally for veteran student support
UNC Charlotte ranked 78th in the Military Times 2025 Best for Vets college rankings, a significant rise for the University from its previous placement in 2023, when Charlotte was ranked 247th. 
The Mu Tau chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha celebrating its eighth stroll competition victory
Alpha Phi Alpha’s Eighth Victory in 10 Years: Behind the Steps with Diego Cuffee-Disla
Alpha Phi Alpha’s Mu Tau Chapter walked into this year’s stroll competition carrying a legacy: seven wins in nine years and big expectations. But according to chapter member Diego Cuffee-Disla, that legacy was not a cushion. It was fuel.
Jorian Khan looking at a machine used in metrology
ASPE at UNC Charlotte
Charlotte’s ASPE student chapter is one of four in the country. It is also the oldest student chapter, chartered in 1997.  The University serves as the longest-running and most prominent space for the dimensional metrology focus, and ASPE has woven itself within that work.
Two students using UREC's EGYM equipment
Innovation Meets Wellness: UREC Brings EGYM to Campus
UNC Charlotte is the first in North Carolina and only the fourth in the nation to introduce EGYM, a state-of-the-art tech-enabled strength training system designed to meet students where they are, whether they’re first-time lifters or seasoned athletes.
Pennda Arami smiling with a gray background in a white sweater
Summer Bell Ringer Excited for Honor that Celebrates Journey
Pennda Arami was chosen as the Bell Ringer for UNC Charlotte’s first 2025 Summer Commencement, which takes place at 10 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 9 in Dale F. Halton Arena, located in the James H. Barnhardt Student Activity Center.
Frank Fleming, M.ED. - Executive Director
Frank Fleming Retiring After Four Decades of Service at UNC Charlotte
Frank Fleming, executive director of UNC Charlotte’s Division of Student Affairs, is retiring from his position. His last day on campus will be Friday, June 27. By the time he departs, he will have reached 40 years of service with the University.
All 20 honorees of the University Honors and Awards ceremony, along with Bailey and Chancellor Gaber
UNC Charlotte Honors 20 Students for Variety of University Achievements
Shining a spotlight on student excellence, UNC Charlotte presented awards to several students during its annual Honors and Awards Ceremony on April 28. Since 2014 nearly 150 students have earned these prestigious accolades, each one recognized for their exceptional contributions and accomplishments.
Spring 2025 Bell Ringers Sonia Birla, Tye’Quez Wilkins, Uriah West and Justyn Ramseur
Spring Bell Ringers Create Lasting Legacy at UNC Charlotte
Sonia Birla, Tye’Quez Wilkins, Uriah West and Justyn Ramseur were chosen as the bell ringers for UNC Charlotte’s 2025 Spring Commencement, which takes place Friday, May 9 and Saturday, May 10.