Global Reach

Student-Curated Mask Exhibit Offers Glimpse of Unique Cultures

December 01, 2014 by Lynn Roberson
Masks have served as a symbol of cultures around the world for centuries. Masks are unique and through their appearance, they can communicate about the unique people and cultures they represent. A student-created exhibit in the Languages Resource Center communicates about cultures while using visual and digital features.

Gaining a Global Voice: Student Returns to India With Fellowship

July 09, 2014 by Lynn Roberson
Joseph Albertson is spending this summer studying Hindi in Jaipur, India, with a fellowship from the American Institute of Indian Studies. This is his second fellowship from the institute, which funded his studies in Jaipur last summer as well. Albertson is pursuing his master’s degree in religious studies at UNC Charlotte.

Exploring Shared Roots: Performing the World of Shakespeare and Cervantes

July 09, 2014 by Lynn Roberson
UNC Charlotte students this summer are creating an innovative theatrical production that combines works of two significant playwrights, while delving into topics including diversity, theatrical performance, language, history and the craft of writing. These students are studying in England, collaborating with Kingston University students, British theater professionals and a UNC Charlotte scholar.

History's Goldfield Presents in Black History Month Events in Brussels

December 12, 2016 by Lynn Roberson
The U.S Embassy to Belgium and the U.S Mission to the European Union celebrated Black History Month in Brussels by hosting a lively panel […]

Jordan Study Abroad Experience: Language, Culture and Family

January 06, 2014 by Lynn Roberson
Editor’s Note: Periodically, we will share stories of global experiences, in students’ or faculty members’ own words.  […]

Student with Visual Impairment Joins in Exploration of New Culture

November 25, 2014 by Lynn Roberson
Imagine studying abroad as a visually impaired student -- learning about new cultures, languages and people, while adapting to an unfamiliar host university. This was UNC Charlotte psychology major Taneka Robertson’s experience this summer during a study abroad trip to Xiamen, China.

Competing for Global Talent: Research Shows Factors Affecting Immigrant Labor

August 19, 2014 by Lynn Roberson
As competition for talent heats up worldwide, UNC Charlotte researcher Qingfang Wang has identified critical factors that appear to give some communities a competitive edge. Wang’s research considers highly skilled immigrants and immigrant entrepreneurs – what attracts them, what fosters their growth and what deters them from fully using their skills and knowledge.

UNC Charlotte Student Leaves Familiar Behind During Study Abroad

July 09, 2014 by Lynn Roberson
During a spring break studying abroad for nine days in England alongside 15 other students in UNC Charlotte’s ‘Shakespeare in England’ class, undergraduate Lauren Dockery learned to live in the moment and to leave familiarity behind.

Student Team Vies for $1 Million in Social Venture Funding

March 06, 2014 by Lynn Roberson
A UNC Charlotte graduate student team has moved one step closer to a $1 million prize in funding to launch a sustainable social venture, in the world’s largest student competition and start-up platform for social good. The Hult Prize Foundation recently announced that the UNC Charlotte team had advanced to the regional finals of the fifth annual Hult Prize.

Mount Zion Dig Discoveries Ranked Among World's Top 10 Archaeological Finds

January 06, 2014 by Lynn Roberson
Heritage Daily has named the finds made this summer at UNC Charlotte’s Mount Zion dig site as among the world’s Top 10 archaeological […]