Shannon Homesley ’15 M.A. receives 2026 ACE Milestone Award

October 12, 2026
Categories: Alumni, College of Humanities & Earth and Social Sciences, News
Shannon Homesley smiles while holding an award plaque that reads “The ACE Milestone Award is presented to Shannon Homesley '15 2026” standing in front of a green backdrop featuring the Charlotte Alumni Association logo.

Shannon Homesley ’15 M.A. has been honored with a 2026 ACE Milestone Award by the 49er Alumni Campus Employees (ACE) Network for her outstanding service to UNC Charlotte as an alumna and staff member.

Homesley, executive assistant to the provost, has been a dedicated member of Niner Nation since 2008. In her role, which she has held since 2014, she manages daily operations of the Provost’s Office — overseeing calendars, coordinating major projects and facilitating executive communications to ensure Academic Affairs runs smoothly. Her earlier service in Legal Affairs and the Controller’s Office strengthened the broad institutional expertise colleagues rely on.

She is deeply engaged across campus, including as a Niner Nation Gives ambassador. Homesley recently served on the alumni council for the College of Humanities & Earth and Social Sciences for a three year term. Known for her dependability, collaborative spirit and genuine care for others, she exemplifies steadfast service to the University.

Homesley earned a master’s degree in English while working full time at UNC Charlotte. She also holds a bachelor’s degree in English from UNC‑Chapel Hill and a certificate in paralegal technology from Central Piedmont Community College.

“Our ACE honorees represent the very best of UNC Charlotte,” Chancellor Sharon L. Gaber said. “They bring their talent, their dedication and their Niner spirit to work every day, and our campus is stronger because of them. Their commitment to serving students and supporting colleagues shows what it means to choose Charlotte.”

The ACE Milestone Award recognizes alumni campus employees who have dedicated 10 or more years of service to UNC Charlotte and have truly made being a 49er not just a role, but a way of life.

Homesley received the award at an appreciation luncheon held Monday, Sept. 28, in conjunction with Niner Nation Week. Suzanne Voigt ’24 also received an ACE Milestone Award. Tonya Bates ’97, ’01 M.S. received the Amazing ACE Award, and Levi Truong, a junior majoring in accounting and management information systems, received the 49er ACE Scholarship.

Shannon Homesley and Natalie Huie stand together in front of a University of North Carolina at Charlotte backdrop, jointly holding the ACE Milestone award plaque.
Three 2026 ACE winners, Shannon Homesley, Suzanne Voigt, Tonya Bates, smile while wearing green clothings and holding up pickaxe hand signs.
Shannon Homesley speaks at a UNC Charlotte podium in front of a Niner green background with the University of North Carolina at Charlotte logo during the 2026 ACE Alumni awards.

About the 49er ACE Network  

The 49er ACE Network includes UNC Charlotte alums who serve the University as faculty and staff members. Its purpose is to create a platform for alumni employees to engage, volunteer and grow professionally. Its mission is to encourage participation and the 49er spirit in alumni employees of all ages, divisions and professions.