February 23

Beth Whitaker, professor of political science and associate dean for research and interdisciplinary collaboration in the College of Humanities & Earth and Social Sciences at UNC Charlotte, will present “U.S. Engagement of Africa” from 6:30 to 8 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 24. This is a free, hybrid event. The in-person lecture will be held at the Dubois Center at UNC Charlotte Center City. Register for the event. 

The Great Decisions lecture series, a national program of the Foreign Policy Association, is offered by Charlotte Global at UNC Charlotte and co-sponsored by the World Affairs Council of Charlotte, Charlotte Sister Cities and Young Professionals of the World Affairs Council of Charlotte.

Do you have a plan to launch a new research project or collaboration soon? Have you considered engaging undergraduates on a research, scholarly, or creative project? Have you thought about how an undergraduate student can help your scholarly research program? Have you had students asking you questions that would be interesting to further investigate?  Are you looking to test a new question or try something interdisciplinary?  Do you have a need for a student, but not the means? Yes? Yes. or Yes! The Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR) can help!  The OUR Scholars program can help you find and employ students in collaborative learning through undergraduate research, scholarly and creative activities. The fall semester program can last up to 16 weeks long and students can log up to 160 hours working on a research project! New to mentoring undergraduate students? Check out mentor expectations.

We are pleased to announce that the Office of Undergraduate Research is now accepting submissions for mentor project descriptions for the 2026 OUR Fall Research Program as well as for the 2026-2027 Community Scholars Program. OUR will help support the scholars by also organizing professional development workshops for the students as well as co-hosting the SNCURCS 2026. If you have questions about the expectations, the application, the process, or how to attract students, feel free to reach out to OUR’s Director or the Associate Director. If you are ready to prepare a proposal, then view our template and visit the competitions portal to apply.  The deadline for submission is February 26. Don’t forget that this is only step one. Please help us broaden the applicant pool as much as possible and ensure that the students you’re looking for are in the applicant pool.  Encourage your students to apply for the program starting March 2.

Unsatisfactory Grading is open. Grades are due by February 27 at 12:00 p.m. Please refer to Unsatisfactory Grading At Midterm Instructions.

At UNC Charlotte, our community is enriched by individuals who foster global connections and cross-cultural understanding. In honor of International Women’s Day, Charlotte Global’s Office of Global Learning invites you to nominate a student, colleague, or alum who embodies these values. Whether through their studies, professional work, or personal advocacy, we want to recognize those making a meaningful difference at home and abroad. In your nomination, please describe how the individual’s actions demonstrate a commitment to promoting international collaboration and understanding. For full award details and to access the nomination form, please visit our website. Charlotte Global looks forward to celebrating the impactful global contributions of our Niner community with you. 

Nomination Deadline: Please submit your nominations via the form on our website by March 6.
Recognition Ceremony: Join us for the celebration on March 24 from 3:30–5:00 PM in the Lucas Room.

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