October 13

Beginning October 17, the Grade Replacement system is being upgraded to improve the system and student-initiated processes. Learn more about what’s changing and access resources from the Office of the Registrar

The Harshini V. de Silva Graduate Mentor Award committee is now accepting nominations for the 2026 award. This award was established in memory of Dr. Harshini de Silva, an associate professor of biology recognized for her strong commitment to the academic and professional development of graduate students. Each year, the Chancellor’s Office and the Graduate School present this award to a full-time member of the graduate faculty who exemplifies outstanding graduate mentoring qualities. The deadline for nominations is Friday, November 7. Visit the Graduate School’s website to submit your nomination form. For any questions, please contact Christi Skerlak.

Curious how data shapes decision making across Charlotte? Join the Urban Institute for Data Sandbox: Charlotte Regional Data Trust at 3:30 p.m., Thursday, October 16, via Zoom. Learn how researchers, nonprofits and local agencies are using shared data to tackle real-world challenges and how you can get involved.

Please join Phi Beta Delta’s Mu Chapter in understanding what our students learn while studying abroad. This talk focuses on the significant benefits of cultural immersion and enhancement of sociocultural understanding through a study abroad program. Dr. Rodríguez-Castro will specifically talk about her first-hand experiences as Resident Director with the study abroad program in Santander in Northern Spain. While developing a global self-awareness, students were able to acquire a new perspective of modern Spain through an immersion program that combined a rigorous curriculum with required sociocultural visits. Students acquired a deep understanding of Spain’s history and its unique multilingual and multicultural identity. More information.

  • Thursday, October 16, 1:00 – 2:00 PM, Student Union  262.

Beyond the Map: Advanced Data Analysis with SimplyAnalytics
Ready to move beyond the basics? This workshop is designed for campus users who want to explore the advanced capabilities of SimplyAnalytics. We’ll cover how to create combination location maps, build and export custom data reports, and apply filters and time series tools for more nuanced analysis. You’ll also learn how to incorporate business and consumer behavior data, use location analysis tools like radius, and save projects for long-term research. By the end of the session, you’ll be equipped to use SimplyAnalytics for complex research projects, strategic planning, and impactful data storytelling. Bring your questions and a project idea if you have one.

  • Tuesday, October 14, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM, Area 49, Visualization Lab (2nd Floor, Atkins Library)

Affordable Housing: Perspectives from Charlotte and the University
Please join the Urban Institute, Atkins Library, and the 49er Urban Planners club for a conversation about the critical issue of affordable housing. Community historian Dr. Tom Hanchett will kick off the program with insights from his new book Affordable Housing in Charlotte: What One City’s History Tells Us About America’s Pressing Problem (UNC Press, 2025). Joining Tom will be UNC Charlotte Urban Institute Executive Director Dr. Lori Thomas and Senior Research Associate Angelique Gaines, who will discuss current research projects — and share some ways that students and faculty have been engaged in this work. Laura Belcher, President and CEO of Habitat for Humanity of the Charlotte Region, will discuss the organization’s homebuilding efforts and opportunities for action. 

  • Wednesday, October 22, 4:00 – 5:30 PM, Popp Martin Student Union, Room 340 A-F

AI in Library Research: An Exploration of Database Tools with Librarians
Explore how generative AI has been integrated into library resources. As in every sphere of learning and higher education, library vendors have jumped on board the AI train, finding ways to integrate it into library databases and discovery systems. In some cases, libraries have the option to turn these AI tools on or off, and in others, the tools remain active at all times. Whether you are a fan of AI tools or not, you and your students will now find them in some of the library databases, so it is important to see what they can do. This meetup will give you the opportunity to talk about how AI is impacting your teaching and some of the strategies and opportunities you have found to either integrate or modify your approach to teaching based on students’ integration of AI into their learning experience and coursework. In this meetup we will explore AI integrations in JSTOR, all ProQuest databases (such as ABI/Inform, Dissertations and Theses, Latin American and International Newsstream, Medline, Sociological Abstracts, New York Times), and Statista, a resource for business, economic, industry and other data. Note: This event is intended for those who teach classes at UNC Charlotte.

  • Thursday, October 30, 10:00 – 11:00 AM, Area 49, Visualization Lab (2nd Floor, Atkins Library) (Register)

The Free Expression & Constructive Dialogue Task Force is offering five $1,000 mini-grants for the 2025-2026 academic year. These funds are to be used by faculty to help promote free expression, constructive dialogue, and viewpoint diversity on campus. These funds could be used for items such as conference travel, classes/training, or other projects. All funds must be spent in accordance with University fiscal and procurement policies. The deadline to apply is October 31.

All faculty and academic staff are invited to attend the first Charlotte Microcredentials Forum featuring Keynote Speaker, Dr. Rob Moore, Assistant Professor of Educational Technology, University of Florida and Director of the Investigating Digital Ecologies to Advance Transformative Education (IDEATE) Research Lab. Visit the event webpage to browse the agenda and register

  • Monday, November 3, 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM, Lucas Room (341 Cone University Center) 

Goals: 

  • Explore the strategic value of microcredentials for curricular innovation and student success.
  • Highlight microcredential initiatives and programs at UNC Charlotte.
  • Catalyze cross-unit engagement and future planning among academic colleges and departments.

Workshop: Unraveling Faculty Burnout: Strategies for Building Connection and Increasing Career Vitality

The Center for ADVANCing Faculty Success (CAFS) would like to invite you to participate in a relevant and timely workshop for faculty of all ranks on Faculty Burnout, facilitated by Rebecca Pope-Ruark, Director of the Office of Faculty Professional Development at Georgia Tech University, and author of Unraveling Faculty Burnout – Pathways to Reckoning and Renewal. It’s a challenging time to be in higher education, so in this workshop, we will explore what burnout is, how to recognize it in yourself and others, and how to mitigate it by leaning into connection and implementing a framework for increasing your career vitality. We encourage you to attend this important workshop, which aligns with CAFS goal to create a supportive climate for faculty to flourish and be successful. 

  • Wednesday, November 12, 1:00 – 3:00 PM, University Foundation Building*, Room 112 (Register)
    *8724 University City Blvd

Best Practices in Holistic Faculty Recruitment Face-to-Face Workshop

The Center for ADVANCing Faculty Success (CAFS) and their collaborators who facilitate Best Practices in Holistic Faculty Recruitment will offer two sessions this fall; these will be the last training sessions for 2025. If you know your department will convene a search committee this academic year, or if you have already been selected to sit on a search committee, please make sure you have taken this training within the past five years. This training is required before a faculty member is permitted to sit on a search committee. Faculty recruitment training is a two-part training, and each part must be completed prior to serving on the committee. Please visit the CAFS website to view the criteria.  

  • Tuesday, October 28, 11:00 AM – 12:50 PM, Cone 112 (Register)
  • Monday, November 24, 9:00 – 10:50 AM, VIRTUAL (Register

Fall Faculty Flourish Week at UNC Charlotte – 11/10-11/14
Join us as we celebrate the heart of our university—our faculty! Our inaugural Faculty Flourish Week is a time to pause, connect, and recognize the many ways our faculty at all ranks contribute to teaching, research, leadership, and community at UNC Charlotte. Throughout the week, we’ll honor our faculty veterans, host an Open House at the Center for ADVANCing Faculty Success, engage with inspiring speakers, and support professional growth through leadership and tenure-focused sessions. Come flourish with us as we celebrate you, the faculty who make the difference at Charlotte!

  • Monday,  November 10, 2:00 – 4:00 PM: Center for ADVANCing Faculty Success Open House / Drop In  (Register)
  • Tuesday, November 11: Honoring our Faculty Veterans (details TBD)
  • Wednesday, November 12, 1:00 – 3:00 PM: Unraveling Faculty Burnout Workshop (Register
  • Thursday, November 13, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM: LEAD Symposium (Register)
  • Friday, November 14, 10:00 – 11:45 AM: Urban Cor  in e Workshop: Community Engaged RPT Narrative (Register)

The 4th Annual Charlotte AI Summit for Smarter Learning will be held on May 13, 2026, at the Dubois Center. The summit is a free, full day event, open to all UNC Charlotte faculty and academic staff. 

Important Dates:

  • Registration Closes: April 22
  • Registration and Call for Proposals Opens: November 5
  • Call for Proposals Closes: February 5
  • Proposal Notifications: March 25

What’s New in the CTL?

Explore and register for new and exciting Upcoming Events!

Questions about Canvas?

Dive into course design with our Canvas Open Swim sessions! 

These small-group Q&A sessions are a chance to bring your questions and get personalized support on topics such as organizing course content, aligning assessments with objectives, or designing effective rubrics. 

Space is limited, so register early to secure your spot!

Keep Registering for Faculty Development Workshops

Workshop Highlights:

Level Up Your Teaching Toolkit

Work Towards a *NEW* Microcredential on Essentials of Learning Technologies

See Your Learning Journey

AI Resources for You

Please visit the Faculty Governance website for the latest news from the Faculty Council including: 

The dissertation defense is one of the ways a new scholar demonstrates readiness to join the academy and is an opportunity to share their research widely. View All Dissertation Defense Announcements.

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