College of Humanities & Earth and Social Sciences

As chimney swift populations decline, conservationists in Charlotte are working to protect the older brick chimneys that have become important habitats for the birds.  Sara Gagné, Ph.D., associate professor and chair of UNC Charlotte’s Department of Earth, Environmental and Geographical Sciences, is among researchers helping to document local chimney swift roosting sites and raise awareness […]

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 […]

Oscar Lansen, teaching professor of history in the College of Humanities & Earth and Social Sciences, has been named the recipient of UNC Charlotte’s 2026 Award for Teaching Excellence for teaching-focused faculty. The university’s highest honor for teaching recognizes faculty members who demonstrate exceptional commitment to student learning, instructional innovation and academic excellence. Lansen was […]

For 50 years, UNC Charlotte’s Writing Resource Center has helped students become stronger, more confident writers, supporting generations of Niners as they navigated coursework, graduate school applications, scholarship essays and prepared their writing for career opportunities. The Writing Resource Center hosted a 50th celebration on Sept. 17 with a gathering at the Harris Alumni Center […]

Three faculty members in the College of Humanities & Earth and Social Sciences have been named finalists for UNC Charlotte’s 2026 Teaching Excellence Awards, reflecting the college’s commitment to innovative instruction, student success and transformative learning experiences. Erin Basinger, professor and chair of communication studies, is a finalist in the tenured faculty category. Sayde Brais, […]

Jasmine Oliver, a senior environmental studies major in the College of Humanities & Earth and Social Sciences, has been selected as a 2026-27 Newman Civic Fellow, a national recognition awarded by Campus Compact to students who demonstrate a commitment to community engagement and positive social change. The yearlong fellowship recognizes student leaders from colleges and […]

A TEDx talk by UNC Charlotte’s Alyssa McGonagle is gaining national attention after being selected as a TEDx Editor’s Pick.  McGonagle, professor of psychological and organizational science in UNC Charlotte’s College of Humanities & Earth and Social Sciences, delivered her talk “Creating supportive workplaces for chronic conditions” at TEDx UNC Charlotte on Feb. 21.  TEDx […]

Jacob (Jack) Scheff, Ph.D., associate professor in UNC Charlotte’s Department of Earth, Environmental and Geographical Sciences, joined Randall Hitt of Roof Above and WFAE climate reporter Zachary Turner on Charlotte Talks with Mike Collins to explain how warmer summers and longer dry spells are reshaping daily life, local ecosystems and the regional economy. The conversation […]

The UNC Charlotte College of Humanities and Earth and Social Sciences is proud to recognize 17 faculty members who have earned promotions and tenure this year. This milestone reflects their sustained excellence in teaching, research, scholarship and service, as well as their contributions to their respective disciplines. Through their dedication to student success, academic excellence […]

Lisa Slattery Walker, Ph.D., professor in the Department of Sociology, contributed expertise to the Axios Charlotte article “Charlotte’s lines are becoming a third place of their own.” Crowds in Charlotte gather for buzzy national brands like Maman and PopUp Bagels and for local favorites like Brü. For many, the appeal goes beyond pastries or coffee. […]