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Greetings Niner
Nation Families!
On behalf of the entire staff in
the Dean of Students Office, I
want to express our excitement
to welcome you and your
family to UNC Charlotte.
It is my privilege and honor to serve
as the Dean of Students, and provide
leadership to several offices and services
that will impact your student’s experience
at UNC Charlotte. The Dean of Students
Office acts as a key link between
students and other areas of university
life, as well as family members and the
university experience. In addition, our
office acts as an advocate for students
who may be experiencing crisis, need
assistance navigating the college
environment, or seek advice regarding
avenues to resolve an issue. It is our
goal to work closely with faculty, staff,
and student leaders to enhance the
quality of the university experience for
students and their family members.
The Parent and Family Guide provides
you with important information about UNC
Charlotte faculty, administration, campus,
and the surrounding area. In addition, the
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guide will give you some helpful tips on
negotiating the transition that both you
and your student may experience in the
college setting. Whether this is your first
student entering college, or you’ve lost
count on how many you’ve sent off to
college, I hope that this guide offers you
beneficial information, resources, and if
needed, reassurance that your student
is in good hands at UNC Charlotte!
Congratulations on becoming a member of
our Niner Nation family, and we appreciate
your support and involvement in your
student’s college experience. Please do
not hesitate to utilize the Office of Parent
and Family Services and the Dean of
Students Office as ongoing resources
to assist you if you have questions,
concerns, or suggestions. If you would
like more information about the Dean of
Students Office and the programs and
services offered by our staff, please visit
our website at dso.uncc.edu. Go Niners!
Sincerely,
Christine Reed Davis, M.Ed.
Associate Vice Chancellor for Student
Affairs and Dean of Students
UNC Charlotte
Welcome to the Niner
Nation Family
On behalf of the UNC Charlotte
community and the Office of
Parent and Family Services, we
are pleased that you are a part
of the Niner Nation Family! UNC
Charlotte is a unique and diverse
community, which prides itself
on providing great programs
and resources while establishing
strong relationships, not just
with students, but also with
parents and family members.
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UNC Charlotte understands and believes
that while your student is getting an
education it’s important that you feel
a connection to the university.
The vision of the Office of Parent and
Family Services is to engage UNC
Charlotte parent and family members
through quality services and programs.
These services and programs strive to
build positive relationships, enhance
communication between you and the
university, and create an inclusive
and comfortable environment.
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Because we realize that parents and
family members are a very important
part of the University community we
are committed to the following:
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Ensuring a smooth transition
to the University.
With events such as Week
of Welcome (WOW), Student
Orientation Advising and
Registration (SOAR), and open
houses, incoming freshman and
transfer students are exposed
to the numerous resources and
services that are available to them
as UNC Charlotte students.
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For those students who will be
living on campus, staff and students
are ready and excited to assist you
and your student during move-in.
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Keeping you informed through
open channels of communication
with the University.
“Relatively Speaking” is a monthly
electronic newsletter that is
sent out to all members of Niner
Nation Family. This newsletter will
keep you informed about what
is occurring on UNC Charlotte’s
campus and highlights University
departments and student leaders.
“Niner Nation Family” magazine
is a biannual publication that is
emailed to all members of the
Niner Nation Family. The magazine
takes an in-depth look at UNC
Charlotte’s future endeavors and
successes of students and faculty.
The Office of Parent and Family
Services will also send emails
throughout the year with the
latest University news, such
as closings due to inclement
weather, safety updates, and
upcoming Niner Nation events.
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Connecting you to the rest of
our Niner Nation Family.
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As a member of the Niner Nation
Family, you will receive a personal
invitation to join a few of our
traditional events such as Family
Weekend, Fall Family Festival,
and our first-ever Sibling Day.
Parent and family members get an
opportunity to volunteer and assist
with these events, in addition to
working with a future Parent Council.
How do I join Niner Nation Family?
There are two ways to join:
Before and during SOAR, parents and
families can join the Niner Nation Family
when they register online for SOAR. If they
have not signed up during SOAR, parents can
register when they attend their SOAR date.
Visit our website and fill out the registration
form. Once you have filled out the registration
form, you can either email parents@
uncc.edu or fax it to (704) 687-2616.
Why should I join Niner Nation Family?
Niner Nation Family will provide a
supportive community to assist you
during your student’s time at UNC
Charlotte. Last, but not least, membership
to the Niner Nation Family is FREE!
Niner Nation Family members have the
opportunity to volunteer by assisting with
the programs and services that we offer
throughout the year. Niner Nation Family
members will be invited to write articles
for our “Relatively Speaking” newsletter,
which acts as a resource for other UNC
Charlotte students and parents who are
going through the university transition.
Parents can also assist with Family Weekend
and Family Day. This is a great way for
both parents and students to interact with
other faculty and staff at the University.
Should you have any questions regarding your
student’s transition to UNC Charlotte, please
do not hesitate to contact us at (704) 687-0341
or email parents@uncc.edu.
Best Regards,
Kesha Williams
Assistant Director for Parent and Family Services
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Family Events
UNC Charlotte Family Weekend
Every fall, parents and families have
an opportunity to join their student
on campus for a weekend of athletic
events, student-led programs, outdoor
adventures, and opportunities to
meet UNC Charlotte faculty and staff.
Parents and family members will also
get the chance to see the Charlotte
49er football team play Charleston
Southern. As the weekend approaches,
parents and families should check our
website for registration and program
information or become a Niner Nation
Family member. Family Weekend will
take place September 26-28, 2014.
Parents and family members can register
online at http://parents.uncc.edu.
UNC Charlotte Family Fall Festival
is excited to announce the Fall Family
Festival will be held Nov. 15, 2014. The
one-day event will give parents and family
another opportunity to enjoy campus
with their student this fall. And because
the demand for football tickets was so
great during Family Weekend, parents
and family members will have another
opportunity to purchase tickets for the
Charlotte 49ers home game against
Wesley College. Online registration will
begin early fall, but tickets will be limited.
Spring Event
Sending your student off
to college can be a tough
adjustment for both you and
your college student. As a
parent, becoming a great
support system for the student
is a way to let them know that
you’re there for them and at
any moment they can call you.
Students need you to support
their growth, development,
and independence and to
be a stable force in their
ever-changing world.
Growth and Development –
Nothing like the movies.
The college experience can affect
changes in social, vocational, and
personal behavior and choices. It’s natural,
inevitable, and it can be inspiring. Often
though, it’s a pain in the neck. You can’t
stop change, you may never understand
it, but it is within your power (and to you
and your student’s advantage) to accept
it. College can be full of indecision,
insecurities, disappointments, and most
of all, mistakes. It’s also a time full of
discovery, inspiration, fun, and exciting
people. It may take a while for students
to realize that their Hollywood-created
images of what college is all about are
wrong. Hollywood doesn’t show that
college is about being scared, confused,
overwhelmed, and making mistakes.
Students may worry that they are not
‘normal’ because what they’re feeling
is in contrast to what they’ve been led
to believe while growing up. Parents
can help by understanding that the
highs and lows of college life are a
critical part of your son or daughter’s
development and by providing the
support and encouragement to help
him or her understand this as well.
The Office of Parent and Family Services
plans to host its very first Sibling Day in
2015. This event will be catered to both
students and their siblings to expose them
to the Charlotte 49er culture. More details
and how you can register to follow.
The Office of Parent and Family Programs
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Independence
By now you and your student have
reached the stage where conversations
about independence are happening
more often. By now your student has
declared, maybe more than once, “You
can’t tell me what to do; I’m not a little kid
anymore.” This is true; you can’t tell your
college student what to do anymore. It is
now time for them to take that next step
in their life toward adulthood. A parent
hasn’t lost all of their power and concern
just because their student is becoming
more independent. While you cannot
make your student behave exactly as
you would want them to, parents can
share their values and beliefs with their
students on these issues. Studies show
that parents can positively influence
their child’s behavior regarding alcohol
and other drug use and sexual decision
making even after their child leaves for
college. Provide your student with the
facts on these issues, and empower
them to distinguish between healthy and
harmful decisions when it comes to their
behavior, health, and safety decisions.
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college years. However, if you suspect
that some of these changes may be
signs of bigger problems (alcohol or drug
abuse, academic problems, etc. ...),
refer your student to the Counseling
Center. Trust your instincts. Your student
may need you to refer him or her to
the appropriate resources for help.
Trust Your Student
College is also a time for students to
discover who they are. Finding oneself
is a difficult enough process without
feeling that the people whose opinions
you respect most are second-guessing
you. Give your students the chance
to avoid some mistakes as well as the
opportunity to learn from them.
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Stable Force
As your student takes on adult
responsibilities, your role will change, but
your student still needs you. On occasion,
they even need your advice — but they
may or may not ask for it. Most first-year
college students desire the security of
knowing that someone at home is still
interested in them. Make it a priority to
have a conversation with your student
but don’t pry for information. Ask openended questions so that your student
can give more than just a yes or no
answer, but has the chance to elaborate,
and let them reveal what they want to
reveal. He or she is experiencing new
viewpoints and perspectives that may
challenge prior belief systems. Allow your
student to explore ideas without being
judgmental. Understand that changes in
viewpoints, behavior, dress, eating and
sleeping habits, and relationships with
parents are all to be expected during the
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everything you and your
student need to know
about UNC Charlotte.
49er Card
“As your student takes
on adult responsibilities,
your role will change, but
your student still needs
you. On occasion, they
even need your advice ...”
UNC Charlotte
Your student’s 49er ID card will give them
access to the residence halls, various
campus activities and programs, athletic
events and recreational facilities (i.e.
Student Activity Center and the Belk
Gym), computer labs, and the Student
Health Center. It will also serve as a
meal plan card and a library card.
Academic Advising
Academic advising is a critical component
of your student’s educational experience
and helps them understand their
curriculum. Advisors are able to answer
questions regarding grading options,
petitions of course assignments, career
information, degree and program
requirements, elective credits, and the
general education curriculum. Urge your
student to contact their advisor if they
receive an unsatisfactory grade or they
are experiencing difficulties in a course.
Visit http://advising.uncc.edu
for more information.
Visit http://aux.uncc.edu/49er
for more information.
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Athletics
The Charlotte 49ers athletics teams
compete on the NCAA Division I level
and are members of the Atlantic 10
Conference. The University supports
16 varsity sports teams, including
baseball, men’s and women’s
basketball, men’s and women’s cross
country, golf, men’s and women’s
soccer, softball, men’s and women’s
tennis, men’s and women’s indoor and
outdoor track and field, and volleyball.
Football will kick off in August 2014!
Visit http://www.charlotte49ers.com
for more information.
Bookstore
Barnes and Noble at UNC Charlotte offers
a great selection of textbooks, supplies,
49er apparel, magazines, and gifts, cards
and convenience items, and much more.
In addition to offering new textbooks,
the Bookstore also has rental and eBook
options available. The knowledgeable
Barnes and Noble staff is very familiar with
UNC Charlotte faculty and class schedules
and will make sure your student gets
the materials needed for each course.
Visit http://aux.uncc.edu/bookstore
for more information.
Campus Dining
UNC Charlotte offers a variety of dining
options, including cafeteria-style dining
in Crown Commons and the Resident
Dining Hall, as well as Chick-fil-A,
Wendy’s, the Library Café, the Fretwell
Café, and the Student Union, which
houses Crown Commons dining hall,
Union Square, Starbucks Coffee, and
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Bistro 49. Vegan and vegetarian entrées,
soups and side dishes are served at
every dining facility. UNC Charlotte
also has Outtakes convenience stores
which feature grab-and-go sandwiches,
salads, snacks, beverages, and more.
Visit http://aux.uncc.edu/dining
for more information.
Counseling Center
The Counseling Center is a department
within the Division of Student Affairs
and provides free and confidential
counseling for students dealing with
emotional, relationship, or personal
concerns. They provide a variety
of services including workshops,
individual and group counseling,
consultation, outreach, and training.
Campus Safety
UNC Charlotte strives to promote and
consistently increase the safety of
students on campus. UNC Charlotte
Police & Public Safety Department is
a fully authorized state police agency,
providing both police and security
services on campus. The UNC Charlotte
police officers all have full police
powers, and are on duty 24 hours a
day, seven days a week, in cars, on
bicycles, and on foot at various times.
Visit http://police.uncc.edu
for more information.
Visit http://counselingcenter.uncc.edu
Financial Aid, Tuition & Scholarships
Each student comes to the University with
different financial needs. Our financial
aid counselors help students and their
families understand the many options
available to finance a UNC Charlotte
education. A variety of scholarships are
available to students of all majors.
Visit http://finaid.uncc.edu
for more information.
Housing and Residence Life
You don’t have to trade comfort for the
convenience of on-campus living. The
list of housing options for freshmen
and upper-classmen keeps growing,
and so does the list of on-campus
housing amenities. Campus living at
UNC Charlotte includes a variety of
comfortable, convenient, and economical
arrangements where the personal growth
of your student is as important as their
physical comfort. Martin Hall will be
available for housing in the fall of 2014.
Visit http://housing.uncc.edu
for more information.
Campus living at
UNC Charlotte
includes a variety of
comfortable, convenient,
and economical
arrangements ...
Career Center
The Career Center strives to provide
a comprehensive approach to career
preparation and development. The
department’s services are designed to
assist your student in all stages of their
career decision making, internships
search, and job search processes. They
offer a variety of services, programs
and events including career fairs and
expos, career advising, résumé critique
sessions, mock interviews, and much
more. Encourage your students to
visit them in their first semester.
Visit http://career.uncc.edu
for more information.
The Career Center strives to provide a comprehensive
approach to career preparation and development.
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Mail & Package Services
Want to send a letter or care package
to your student? Getting mail or a
package from home is a always fun and
a great surprise. Our Mail & Package
Services Office is a fully operational
Postal Contract Station, capable of
services equivalent to that of a U.S. Post
Office. To send mail to your student,
address the envelope with their full
name, room number, residence hall, and
UNC Charlotte’s street address: 9201
University City Blvd. Charlotte, NC 28223.
Visit http://aux.uncc.edu/
mail for more information.
Parking
If your student plans on parking on
campus in either resident or commuter
parking lots, a parking permit is
required. The Parking Services
and Transportation Office (PaTS) is
responsible for selling parking permits,
issuing citations for parking regulation
violations, and establishing various
transportation options on campus.
Parking permits may be purchased
online or in the Parking Services Office.
Visit http://pats.uncc.edu/
for more information.
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Student Employment
On-campus employment is both
convenient, and a limited commodity. If
interested, your student should initiate the
job search process early and explore all
possible avenues to secure employment.
organizations. The Student Union serves
as headquarters for Student Activities,
a group of organizations committed to
student involvement and development.
Visit http://studentunion.
uncc.edu/student-activities
for more information.
Visit http://hr.uncc.edu/students
for more information.
Tutoring
Student Health Center
The Student Health Center promotes
healthy students by providing healthcare,
education, and outreach services.
It provides primary medical care,
psychiatric care, disease prevention and
health education, wellness promotion,
and various specialty services to all
registered UNC Charlotte students.
Visit http://studenthealth.uncc.
edu for more information.
Student Involvement and Activities
Getting involved at UNC Charlotte means
discovering new interests, learning skills,
and making contributions to your campus
community. It’s also about having fun and
meeting friends, participating in leadership
or diversity programs, or joining one
of over 325 UNC Charlotte student
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UNC Charlotte offers students many
options for tutoring and academic
assistance in select courses, free of
charge, through Academic Services.
The Writing Resource Center (WRC)
provides one-to-one writing instruction
to students, from first-year to graduate,
in any discipline. The Academic
Services Department includes the
Center for Academic Excellence, the
Career Center, Disability Services,
and Multicultural Academic Services.
Talk with your students to determine
if there is a course they foresee as
challenging. Encourage them to seek
assistance sooner rather than later.
Visit http://academicservices.
uncc.edu for more information.
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What is an “education record?”
An “education record” is any record
related directly to a student, produced
in any medium including but not limited
to handwriting, print, tape, computer, or
film, and maintained by the university
or agent of the university. Exceptions
include records maintained by a
physician, psychiatrist, or psychologist.
Who would generally be
permitted access to an
education record without the
student’s written consent?
UNC Charlotte will not disclose or
permit access to any personally
identifiable information from a
student’s education record without
that students’ prior written consent
except to:
Federal Educational
Rights and Privacy Act
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University officials who have a
legitimate educational interest
in the education record;
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Officials of other institutions,
upon request, in which a student
seeks or intends to enroll;
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Comply with a judicial order
or lawfully issued subpoena;
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When relevant to the
proceedings, to a court in the
event that a parent or student
has initiated a legal action
against the university, or in
the event that the university
has initiated legal action
against a parent or student;
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Protect the health and
safety of students and other
persons in an emergency;
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An alleged victim of a FERPAspecified crime of violence
or non-forcible sex offense,
only against the alleged
perpetrator of that crime with
respect to that crime; and
(FERPA)
What is FERPA?
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy
Act of 1974 (FERPA) protects the privacy
of student education records. FERPA
affords students the right to (A) consent
to disclosures of personally identifiable
information contained in their education
records, except when FERPA authorizes
disclosure without consent; (B) inspect
and review their education records within
45 days of the university’s receipt of their
request; (C) request amendment of an
education record thought to be inaccurate
or misleading; (D) be notified of their
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privacy rights under FERPA; and (E) file
a complaint with the U.S. Department of
Education concerning the university’s
alleged failure to comply with FERPA.
What is “personally
identifiable information?”
“Personally identifiable” information
is data or information that if known,
would make a student’s identity easily
traceable. For example, a student’s
name, address, enrollment status, ID
number, and social security number are
all personally identifiable information.
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Federal, state, and local
officials under FERPA-specified,
limited circumstances.
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Who is a “university official” and what
is a “legitimate educational interest?”
“School officials” are generally considered
to include any UNC Charlotte or UNC
system employee in an administrative,
academic, research, or staff position,
including law enforcement unit personnel
and health staff; an individual or
entity with whom UNC Charlotte has
contracted to act for the institution or to
provide services the institution would
otherwise perform for itself, such as an
attorney, auditor, or collection agent;
an individual, including a student,
serving on a UNC system or university
committee, such as a disciplinary or
grievance committee, or assisting
another university official in performing
their professional responsibility.
UNC Charlotte has defined “legitimate
educational interest” as an interest that is
essential to the general process of higher
education, including teaching, research,
public service, academic advising, general
counseling, discipline, job placement,
financial assistance, medical services,
and academic assistance activities.
This information provides only a summary
of FERPA. For further information
regarding FERPA, how to inspect or
amend an education record or how
to file a complaint, please contact the
Dean of Students Office. You can also
visit the Legal Topics section of the
Office of Legal Affairs website at http://
legal.uncc.edu/legal-topics#ferpa, view
UNC Charlotte Policy Statement #69,
Student Records at http://legal.uncc.edu/
policies/up-402, or visit www.ed.gov.
The Family Educational
Rights and Privacy Act
of 1974 (FERPA) protects
the privacy of student
education records.
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Transfer Student First
Semester Timeline:
A Letter to Your Student
Congratulations and welcome
to UNC Charlotte! As a transfer
student, we know that the
process of going to college
is not new to you, but what is
new to you are the policies,
procedures, and expectations
that come with being a 49er.
When you chose to attend UNC Charlotte,
you chose to attend a University
that is committed to ensuring that all
transfer students have a successful
transition and stake their claim.
The first semester at your new home can
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be very confusing and overwhelming.
Perhaps this campus is larger than where
you are transferring from, this might be
the first time in your collegiate career
that you are not living on campus and
are now a commuter, or maybe you now
have to get used to balancing family life
with a traditional university experience.
No matter what your situation, we are
here to help. Following is a timeline
that highlights important deadlines
and events that will occur during
your first semester. This list is not allinclusive and we encourage you to talk
more extensively with your academic
advisor regarding any specific needs or
concerns you may be experiencing.
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Prior to the first day of class
Tenth day of class
¨¨ Submit your immunization records to the Health Center
¨¨ Make sure you are comfortable with your class schedule and
make any changes before the end of add/drop period.
¨¨ Waive or accept the university’s health insurance
¨¨ Become familiar with the following offices:
¨¨ Purchase your parking permit
¨¨ Finalize your financial aid
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University Center for Academic Excellence
¨¨ Connect with student accounts and set up a payment plan (if needed)
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J. Murrey Atkins Library
¨¨ Purchase your textbooks
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Writing Resource Center
¨¨ Take a walking tour of campus to become familiar
with where your classes are located
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Office of Adult Student and Evening Services
¨¨ Get your student ID
¨¨ Submit any final transcripts to the Admissions Office
Fourth week of class
¨¨ Set up a time to meet with your academic advisor
¨¨ Discuss your next semester’s classes
First week of class
¨¨ Share any struggles you are experiencing
¨¨ Attend the Student Organization Showcase and sign
up for an organization to get involved with
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¨¨ Ask each of your professors about your grades
¨¨ Introduce yourself to your instructors
¨¨ Find a tutor, stop by the Math Lab for drop-in hours, and attend Supplemental
Instruction sessions if needing help with any of your courses
¨¨ Familiarize yourself with the syllabus in each of your classes
¨¨ Visit the Career Center:
UNC Charlotte
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Take multiple career assessments in order to finalize your choice in major
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Ask about internship opportunities
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Have your résumé reviewed and critiqued
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Seventh week of class
¨¨ Prepare for midterm exams
¨¨ Be mindful of any deficiency reports you may receive
and be proactive on turning your grade around
¨¨ Stop by the Counseling Center and get tips on how to handle
stress, talk to a trained counselor, and learn about the variety
of support groups that are available for students
Tenth week of class
¨¨ The deadline to withdraw from classes is approaching
¨¨ Begin planning for final exams, making yourself
familiar with the final exam schedule
¨¨ Registration for your next semester of classes opens
¨¨ Make sure you have met with your advisor
¨¨ Take a look at the schedule prior to registration to ensure that you
know what you want to register for as well as alternate classes
¨¨ Take a look at your 49er Express account and confirm
you have no holds (academic or financial)
¨¨ Familiarize yourself with the Dean of Students
Office and the services they provide
Fifteenth week of class
¨¨ Attend Midnight Breakfast on the last day of classes
¨¨ Take care of yourself as you prepare and take your final exams
¨¨ Manage your time and stress level while taking
finals in the sixteenth week of class
¨¨ Watch out for opportunities to sell back your textbooks
¨¨ Check your 49er Express account for final grades
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Academic Calendar
Fall 2014-Spring 2015
2014
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August 18, 2014
First day of classes
August 27, 2014
Last day to register, add, drop with
no grade via the web * “ 11:59 PM
September 1, 2014
Labor Day – University Closed
September 15, 2014
Deadline for Undergraduates to apply for
December 2014 graduation * 11:59 PM
September 22, 2014
Web Access available for
Unsatisfactory Grade submission
October 6, 2014 - October 7, 2014
Student Recess – no classes
October 13, 2014
Unsatisfactory Grade emails
sent to students
October 13, 2014
Spring 2015 Schedule of Classes
available on the Web
October 13, 2014
Spring 2015 Final Exam Schedule
available on the Web
October 20, 2014
Last day to withdraw from
course(s); grade subject to
Withdrawal Policy* 11:59 PM
November 3, 2014
Registration for Spring 2015 begins *
November 26, 2014 - November 29, 2014
Thanksgiving Break – no classes
November 27, 2014 - November 28, 2014
University Closed
December 3, 2014
Last day of classes
December 4, 2014
Reading Day
December 5, 2014 - December 6, 2014
Final Examinations
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December 6, 2014
Saturday Final Examinations
December 8, 2014 - December 12, 2014
Final Examinations
December 12, 2014
Summer 2014 Schedule of
Classes available on the Web
December 13, 2014
Commencement
December 24, 2014 - December 31, 2014
Winter Break – University Closed
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January 1, 2015
New Year’s Day – University Closed
January 6, 2015
Last day to drop all classes
January 7, 2015
First Day of Classes
January 19, 2015
Martin Luther King Jr. Day –
University Closed
January 30, 2015
Deadline to apply for May
2015 graduation
March 2, 2015
Fall 2015 Schedule of Classes and Final
Exam Schedule available on the Web
March 2-7, 2015
Spring Recess – No Classes
March 9, 2015
Unsatisfactory Grade notices
emailed to students
March 19, 2015
Last day to withdraw from course(s);
grade subject to Withdrawal Policy
March 23, 2015
Registration for Summer 2015
and Fall 2015 begins.
April 3-4, 2015
Spring Weekend – No Classes
April 25, 2015
Final Examinations for Saturday Classes
April 28, 2015
Last day of classes
April 29, 2015
Reading Day
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2015 continued
April 30, 2015
Final Examinations Begin
May 1-2 & 4-7, 2015
Final Examinations Continued
May 8, 2015
Commencement (Computing and
Informatics, Business, Health,
and Human Services)
May 9, 2015
Places to Live
Commencement (Liberal
Arts and Sciences)
49 North Apartments
10035 Dabney Dr.
Charlotte, NC 28262
(704) 549-8900
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May 9, 2015
Commencement (Arts and Architecture,
Education, Engineering)
May 14, 2015
Academic Year ends
May 23, 2015
First Summer Term classes begin
May 30, 2015
No classes. Memorial Day –
University Closed
June 29, 2015
Last Day of first Summer Term classes
July 4, 2015
University Closed – Fourth of July
July 5, 2015
Second Summer Term Classes Start
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Charlotte, NC 28262
(704) 593-6004
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UNC Charlotte Housing
and Residence Life
University Walk
Scott Hall, 9201 University City Blvd.
Charlotte, NC 28223
(704) 687-7501
housing.uncc.edu
Please see ad on p. 4.
University Village at Charlotte
9915 University Village Blvd.
Charlotte, NC 28262
(704) 549-1114
www.uvcharlotte.com
Please see ad on inside back cover.
1205 University Walk Cir.
Charlotte, NC 28213
(704) 510-2226
www.uncwalk.com
Please see ad on p. 36.
Walden Station
342 Walden Station Dr.
Charlotte, NC 28262
(704) 578-3055
www.waldenstation.com
Please see ad on p. 3.
The Edge
1300 Varsity Ln.
Charlotte, NC 28262
(704) 503-3343
www.edgestudenthousing.com
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Additional Services
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(704) 687-7400
www.studenthealth.uncc.edu
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NextCare Urgent Care
University Career Center for
Work, Service, and Internships
1713 S. Church St.
Burlington, NC 27215
(888) 306-5308
www.nextcarecity.com
Please see ad on p. 19.
NinerTech Computer Store
1st Floor, Student Union
(704) 687-7880
ninertech.uncc.edu
Please see ad on p. 25.
Places to Stay
Drury Inn & Suites North
415 West W T Harris Blvd.
Charlotte, NC 28262
(704) 593-0700
www.druryhotels.com
Please see ad on p. 12.
9201 University City Blvd.
150 Atkins Building
Charlotte, NC 28223
(704) 687-0795
www.career.uncc.edu
Please see ad on p. 33.
The University Center for
Academic Excellence
Wells Fargo
8700 JM Keynes Dr.
Charlotte, NC 28262
(800) 869-3557
www.wellsfargo.com
Please see ad on p. 31.
Yellow Cab of Charlotte
4257 Golf Acres Dr.
Charlotte, NC 28208
(704) 444-4444
www.yellowcabofcharlotte.net
Please see ad on
inside front cover.
(704) 687-2162
www.ucae.uncc.edu
Please see ad on p. 27.
Where to Shop
Barnes & Noble at UNC Charlotte
9201 University City Blvd
Charlotte, NC 28223
(704) 687-7072
uncc.bncollege.com
Please see ad on p. 29.
TownePlace Suites by Marriott
Charlotte University
8710 Research Dr.
Charlotte, NC 28262
(704) 548-0388
www.TownePlaceSuites
CharlotteUniversity.com
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