April 21

Prior to spring break, students received an email providing resources and support services for mental health and wellbeing. Faculty and Staff are encouraged to keep this information handy and remind students of these resources if appropriate.

Student Affairs, Health and Wellbeing

• Center for Integrated Care (CIC) is a “one-stop shop” to help students navigate campus and community wellness resources through individual consultations, case management, referrals and follow-up care.
• Christine F. Price Center for Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) offers services such as in-person counseling and referrals, telehealth consultations, crisis assistance, group therapy, after-hours support through ProtoCall and self-help resources. 
• University Recreation (UREC) includes a variety of fitness and wellness opportunities such as yoga and exercise for stress reduction, as well as club and intramural sports, to support your belonging and engagement.
• Center for Wellness Promotion (CWP) supports those coping with intimate partner violence, alcohol and other drug recovery, and delivers overall wellness education.
• Student Health, located in the Joyce Davis Waddell Center for Student Health and Wellbeing, provides general health checks, medication management and psychiatric assessment, nutrition counseling and more.

Programs and Trainings

• Mental Health First Aid and QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) focus specifically on mental health and suicide prevention. Registration is open now for students, faculty and staff for multiple training sessions throughout the semester.
• The Health Education Leadership and Prevention (H.E.L.P.) Certificate provides students with non-academic credit for participating in various national prevention training opportunities related to mental health, interpersonal violence, substance use, identity-based issues and medical emergencies.

Suicide and Crisis Support

ProtoCall empowers students with 24/7 access to licensed clinicians working with CAPS to support acute or urgent mental health needs. After hours, call CAPS at 704-687-0311. When you connect to the CAPS voicemail message, press ‘0’ to be connected to a counselor by phone.

Another important resource is 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, a three-digit dialing code offering 24/7 access to crisis counselors. When you call, text or chat 988 anywhere in the U.S., you will be connected to trained professionals who can help if you are experiencing thoughts of suicide, mental health or substance abuse crisis, or other emotional distress.

Campus Departments and Student Organizations

• Student Assistance and Support Services (SASS) is available to meet with students individually to assist and support a broad range of issues, concerns or challenges interfering with a student’s ability to be successful academically or personally.
• The Jamil Niner Student Pantry serves as a resource for students experiencing food insecurity. Current students can shop once a week on Tuesdays and Thursdays. You can sign up for an appointment here.
• The Office of Disability Services supports students who may be navigating a wide variety of documented disabilities, including mental health disorders and chronic medical illnesses, by working together to plan reasonable accommodations. 
• Atkins Library offers a Self-Care Collection of free, loanable devices and books for students to check out when they are feeling stressed or overwhelmed, funded by Higher Education Emergency Relief Funds.
• Active Minds is a campus chapter of the national organization focused on mental health advocacy and discussion that brings students together to support and guide one another with positivity and open-mindedness. Learn more at Niner Engage.

Online Resources

• The Healthy 49ers wellness app is a useful tool that helps you create a self-care routine and track your personal wellness goals.
• The Niner Nation Cares website serves as an information resource for Niner Nation to understand ways to stay safe on and off campus, along with campus health protocols.
• The Niner Needs website can connect you with a variety of campus services for basic needs like food/housing insecurity, legal services and financial assistance. 

The online Care and Concern referral is a way to inform the University of concerns; information will be routed to the appropriate University office to assist students with getting connected to campus support services.

What speech does academic freedom protect? Does institutional neutrality affect how you teach, research, or speak out? This session breaks down the scope of these principles, when they matter, and how both are being tested in today’s higher ed climate. You’ll leave with a clearer understanding of your rights, the University’s responsibilities, and where questions remain about the boundaries of both in 2025 and beyond. Presenters: Jesh Humphrey, Vice Chancellor for Institutional Integrity and General Counsel, and Sarah Edwards, Associate Vice Chancellor for Legal Affairs and Deputy General Counsel

• Tuesday, April 29, 12:00 – 1:00 PM, via Zoom (Register)

Registrants will receive the Zoom link prior to the presentation.

The Office of Student Accountability & Conflict Resolution is currently recruiting new members for the 2025-26 Student Accountability Board (SAB). The SAB is the University’s peer conduct board and is an integral part of the student conduct process by helping to foster a culture of responsibility, integrity, and growth. Members serve on hearing panels, adjudicating academic integrity and conduct violations by evaluating evidence, facilitating investigations, applying University policies, and ensuring fairness. Members also have the opportunity to mentor fellow students, guiding them toward success and personal growth.

Why Join SAB?

• Leadership & Growth: Handle challenging policy violation cases and develop critical thinking, empathy, and interpersonal skills.
• Professional Development: Enhance decision-making, communication skills, and network with faculty, staff, and peers.
• Community Impact: Advocate for important issues, shape conduct policies, and uphold Charlotte’s values.

Who Can Join? 

Any undergraduate or graduate student in good academic and conduct standing is welcome; prior policy violations with the Student Accountability & Conflict Resolution office do not disqualify you.

Want to learn more or express interest?

• Review the SAB Overview Slide Deck
• Visit the Student Accountability and Conflict Resolution website

Please share this 2025-2026 SAB Application link with any students who you believe would be a good fit or interested in joining. If you have any questions, or would like to nominate students, contact Kiley Tomes.

Effective Teaching 101: Starting the Semester Strong

Project Kitty Hawk and the Association of College and University Educators (ACUE) are excited to offer Effective Teaching 101: Starting the Semester Strong—a self-paced course designed to equip faculty with powerful, evidence-based teaching practices that set the stage for a successful semester. Learn more and enroll now!

What You’ll Gain:

• Engage students from day one
• Create a welcoming and positive classroom environment
• Build immediate rapport with students
• Set clear course expectations
• Use assessment techniques to monitor and enhance student learning

Course Details:

• Self-paced, asynchronous format (complete in under 8 hours)
• Reflections can be reused for applicable pathway courses
• Retain course access for 6 months
• Earn an ACUE Badge—a step toward full certification in ACUE’s Effective Teaching Practice Framework