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Hidden gem revealed
Kim Jones’ smile lit up the foyer at University of North Carolina Charlotte’s Robinson Hall as she spoke of her admiration of legendary dancer/choreographer Martha Graham. Jones, 38, is assistant...
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Projective Eye Shines Bright
UNCC’s Projective Eye Gallery has had impact that belies its small size. Here in my piece at UNCC Magazine, The post Projective Eye Shines Bright appeared first on Michael J. Solender.
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These Trees are the Champions
15 of Charlotte’s most magnificent trees shine under the North Carolina Forest Service’s Champion Big Tree Program, bringing more than a title to the Queen City’s crown. While civic pride reached...
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Aging Rosenwald Schools recall long-ago optimism
Newell Rosenwald School quietly endures at the end of Torrence Grove Church Road in northeastern Mecklenburg County, its declining exterior showing barely a hint of the promise, hope, and development...
View ArticleUNC CHARLOTTE MAGAZINE – Lost & Found
Late last fall, Charlotte-area dance enthusiasts experienced a performance at Robinson Hall that featured the work of internationally renowned choreographer Paul Taylor. As audience members thrilled to...
View ArticleUNCC PLAN CHARLOTTE – To Build a Better City – Build a Better Block
Sometimes, to build a better city – a city built for residents, not for cars or absentee landlords or development financiers – you start with just a city block. That’s the approach tactical urbanist...
View ArticleUNCC PLAN CHARLOTTE – Should Mecklenburg Farms Get More Protection?
An innovative program to help NC urban farmers from development – Is this the right time for Charlotte to adopt this approach? My piece for the University of North Carolina Charlotte Urban Institute....
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UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA URBAN INSTITUTE – Aging Rosenwald Schools Recall...
A deep dive on Charlotte – area Rosenwald schools provides a fascinating history lesson. ViewLink
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UNC CHARLOTTE MAGAZINE – Community Connector
UNCC City Center is a gateway for community building, economic development and regional growth. View PDF.
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UNC CHARLOTTE MAGAZINE – Biff Poggi: A Man For Others
New Niner Head Football Coach, Biff Poggi doesn’t have to look far for inspiration. My profile for the university. View Link.
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UNC CHARLOTTE MAGAZINE – JOINING FORCES
Here is how UNCC Behavioral Science faculty are combating military suicide. VIEW PDF.
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UNC CHARLOTTE MAGAZINE – DATA DRIVEN
Here’s how UNCC’s Urban Institute arms the community with data to implement change. VIEW PDF.
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UNC CHARLOTTE MAGAZINE – Data Driven
This was a cool exploration for me as to how an urban university works directly with neighborhood associations to use data to influence service delivery models – It’s a fun gig to have the university...
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UNCC MAGAZINE – Purpose in Parallel
For more than 30 years, Kia Martin ’98 has built upon shared values with her husband Demond to strengthen Black and Brown communities, create opportunities for others and lead a purposeful life. View...
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