General News

The next HR Power Hour will take place at noon, Tuesday, Sept. 29. The webinar will guide UNC Charlotte employees through the 2027 open enrollment process and provide time for participants to ask questions about their state health plan and NCFlex benefits. Register for the webinar.

Lace up your walking shoes and get ready to represent UNC Charlotte! The North Carolina Office of State Personnel (OSHR) Miles for Wellness Challenge returns Sept. 28, through Nov.22. Miles for Wellness is a virtual, team-based walking program designed to help state employees incorporate movement into their daily routine, foster connection with colleagues, and pursue […]

Registration is open for the September 2026 Unleash Your Niner Potential workshops, a professional development series designed and led by UNC Charlotte’s human resources learning and organizational development team. This month’s sessions focus on time management, emotional intelligence and conflict resolution— essential skills for thriving in today’s workplace. All workshops take place in Colvard Building, […]

Human Resources’ Second Annual LEAD Symposium will take place from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 12, in the Cone University Center. This year’s theme, Navigating Change with Purpose and Vision, invites leaders to approach change with confidence, clarity and boldness. Register for the symposium. Award‑winning, research‑driven presenters will share insights designed to spark […]

The NC State Health Plan will cover $430 of the Eat Smart, Move More, Prevent Diabetes program beginning the week of Aug. 10, reducing the cost to $30 (nonrefundable) for eligible members. Eligible participants include active employees, non‑Medicare retirees and dependents age 18 and older who are enrolled in the NC State Health Plan. This […]

Registration is open for the August 2026 Unleash Your Niner Potential workshops, a professional development series designed and led by UNC Charlotte’s human resources learning and organizational development team. This month’s sessions focus on effective decision making, digital communication, customer service, networking and the art of presentation— essential skills for thriving in today’s workplace. All […]

Take charge of your professional journey with Career by Design, UNC Charlotte’s cohort‑based development program designed to empower staff to take a strategic, intentional approach to their career growth. Register for the fall 2026 cohort of Career by Design, only 25 seats are available. The program helps participants better understand themselves, navigate the broader career […]

Telework/remote agreements for the 2025–26 academic year end Monday, Aug. 31. Employees with agreements expiring on that date must submit a new request for the 2026–27 academic year. The start date should be Sept. 1, 2026, and the end date on or before Aug. 31, 2027. Please review the University Policy 101.22, supplemental procedures, FAQs, […]

Last week, Gov. Josh Stein signed North Carolina’s 2026-27 state budget into law, making significant investments in the UNC System and in UNC Charlotte. The approved budget includes a 3% salary increase for most UNC System employees, a 13% salary increase for sworn law enforcement officers and bonuses for state employees, including University employees. Employee […]

Twenty-two Charlotte employees recently completed human resources’ Career by Design program, a new professional development experience that helps staff take an intentional, self-directed approach to career growth. “Career by Design aligns closely with UNC Charlotte’s commitment to helping employees develop, contribute, and thrive,” said Paola Rubio, learning and organizational development specialist. “The program gives employees […]