Queens University of Charlotte

Meet the newest members of the Queens University faculty! 👋 From innovative researchers to passionate educators, these leaders are shaping the future of our academic community. Check out the full story to learn how they’ll inspire the next generation of Royals to Rise ➡️ https://bit.ly/4d33ev0
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Leading the Way: Queens University Welcomes New Faculty Members - Queens University of Charlotte As the fall semester kicks off, Queens University is thrilled to announce the addition of talented new faculty members to its academic community. These distinguished educators bring a wealth of expertise and experience to Queens, further enriching its commitment to providing transformative education...

During her time at Queens, Kayla Hoch built a strong foundation in media production and broadcasting while earning her degree in Communication with a minor in Media Studies and Popular Culture. Her dedication to her education opened the door to an exciting fellowship with FOX Sports through Sports Biz Careers. Over the summer, she dove deep into sports broadcasting, production, and promo creation, gaining invaluable experience and connections.

This fellowship was a game-changer—offering her the chance to learn from top industry leaders, contribute to high-profile FOX Sports coverage, and kickstart a career she’s truly passionate about. We're thrilled to announce that Kayla’s hard work has landed her a full-time role with FOX Tech! Congratulations, Kayla. We can’t wait to watch you continue to Rise.

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Kayla Hoch

Today we unite for a day of reflection, service, and community 🇺🇸 Join us and our Student Veterans Association, QU4 Troops, for a Patriot Day and National Day of Remembrance Program honoring those whose lives were lost or changed because of the events of September 11, 2001.

📍Remembrance Ceremony: Today, September 11th, we will gather at 8:30 AM in the academic quad for a flag-laying ceremony, followed by a moment of silence at 8:46 AM.

📍Unite with Coffee & Croissants: Join us for an open house in the Veterans Lounge (Dana 006) from 9-10 AM for coffee, croissants, and cinnamon rolls, courtesy of Belk Chapel. Veterans and non-veterans are invited to come meet and connect.
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Inspired by Dr. Devi Shetty's work providing low-cost surgeries in India, first-year student Sandhya Konar '28 is making strides on her path to neurosurgery. Her journey at Queens began this fall as she majors in biochemistry—her first step toward medical school and a future in neurosurgery.

Queens was Sandhya's choice because of its supportive, intellectually challenging environment. Here, she's looking forward to building close relationships with her professors and peers, all while pursuing her passion for learning and collaborative discovery.

Read more about Sandhya's inspiring journey and her plans to rise as a leader in the medical field: https://bit.ly/4g7A4xU
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Queens Student Embarks on Neurosurgery Path - Queens University of Charlotte Sandhya Konar’s ’28 long-term plans include going to medical school to become a neurosurgeon. Queens University of Charlotte will be an integral part of those plans when she begins classes in the fall to major in biochemistry as her first step toward medical school. Konar’s inspiration for her...

What’s your go-to lunch spot on campus? 🥪🍔🥗
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First-year student Emily Allison '28 is already making waves with her passion for writing and collaborative learning. 📚✍️

A former speech & debate team president and creative nonfiction editor, Emily seeks a community where students learn together and share 'lightbulb moments.' Her enthusiasm for hands-on experiences in writing and publishing exemplifies the innovative spirit of our Queens community.

Read more about her journey here: https://bit.ly/3ywwbSa
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Queens First-Year Student Leans into Action through Writing and Language - Queens University of Charlotte Clichés exist because there are some ideas or experiences that are universal. One powerful cliché about students is the lightbulb moment. That describes the flash of understanding that a student gets when an idea or a concept clicks for them and opens a whole new pathway for thinking. Emily Alliso...

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Boxes, bins, and a whole lot of hustle—our new Royals are officially moved in! From packed cars to unpacked rooms, move-in was a breeze thanks to our amazing students, families, and staff. 📦🎉

At Queens, we are dedicated to creating a dynamic environment where students thrive both in the classroom and beyond. Meet Luke Coppage ’28, a Charlotte native who’s bringing his passion for tennis and technology from the court to campus 🎾

Read the full article here: https://bit.ly/4cIFDQt
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Tennis, Tech, and Talent: A Charlotte Native Heads to Queens - Queens University of Charlotte Thousands of high school seniors graduated around the Charlotte area in the spring of 2024. One of them is Luke Coppage ’28. While many of his friends are dispersing across the country to attend college, Charlotte native Coppage will start at Queens University of Charlotte in the fall to pursue a ...

Alumni Candace Cooper Murray ’03, ’08, John Horton ’03, Oliver Carías '04, and Jackie Dargavel '08 exemplify how a shared passion for soccer can transform lives and communities. From founding nonprofits to coaching local youth, their dedication to 'the beautiful game' and service is truly inspiring. ⚽️🌍

Discover their stories and the profound impact they’re making in Charlotte and around the world. https://bit.ly/3AeXhNS

Move-in day is just around the corner! Are you ready for it?

🗓 First-Year & New Transfer Students Move-In: August 21st
🗓 Returning Students Move-In: August 24th

Have any move-in questions? Drop them in the comments or send us a DM. We can't wait to have Royals back on campus!

We are pleased to announce the promotion of Kenitra Horsley to Chief of Staff and Chief Information Officer. Over the past five years, Kenitra has been an invaluable member of our team, demonstrating exceptional leadership as both Deputy CIO and as the university’s first female CIO. Her proven track record and dedication to advancing our strategic goals ensure that she will continue to drive innovation and excellence at Queens.

Please join us in congratulating Kenitra on this well-deserved promotion as we look forward to the continued positive impact of her leadership!

Read more: https://bit.ly/4ceMNeJ
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Queens University of Charlotte Names Kenitra Horsley as Chief of Staff and Chief Information Officer - Queens University of Charlotte Queens University is pleased to announce the promotion of Kenitra Horsley to the position of chief of staff and chief information officer. In this new role, Horsley will join the university’s Senior Leadership Team and play a pivotal role in shaping the strategic vision for the university’s futu...

Congratulations to Seth Rider, former Queens triathlete, who helped the USA Triathlon team secure SILVER in the Olympic mixed relay! 🥈🇺🇸
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No quit from this team 💪

USA Triathlon ends the mixed relay with an incredible comeback and a photo finish to secure SILVER! 🥈🇺🇸

Royals continue to make their mark in Paris! 🇫🇷 While some are competing, others are participating in the JBIP program: Queens in Paris 2024: Olympic Games & Global Sports Impact.

These students are collaborating with French peers, using the Paris 2024 Olympic Games as a lens to explore cultural similarities and differences. Check out their journey so far!👇

We're incredibly proud to celebrate our Royals competing on the world stage at the 2024 Paris Olympics! 🇫🇷 🎉

🚴 Seth Rider: Former Queens triathlete made his Olympic debut for Team USA in the individual men's triathlon on July 31, placing 29th. He competes again on August 5 in the men's triathlon mixed relay.

🚴 Felix Duchampt: 2015 graduate and Queens Athletics Hall of Fame inductee placed 50th for Romania in the men's individual triathlon during his second Olympic Games on July 31.

🏊‍♀️ Hannah Aspden: 2022 graduate and 2024 Team Captain of U.S. Paralympics Swimming, competing in the Paralympics from August 28 - September 8. Aspden won her first career gold medal in the women’s 100-meter backstroke S9 during the 2020 Tokyo Games and added another gold in the 400-meter medley relay.

🏊‍♂️ Matej Dusa: Current Royals swimmer representing Slovakia in the 50m and 100m freestyle. Catch him in action from August 1-2 at the Paris La Défense Arena!

🏃‍♂️ Niklas Klei: 2022 graduate and standout sprinter/jumper, selected as an alternate for Team Germany in the 4x400 relay.

Join us in cheering for our Royals as they go for gold! 💙💛

Campus is flourishing with creativity this summer! 🌸 ✍️

During Creative Writing Camp, hosted by the Queens English Department, campers created Zines, wrote songs, learned about fan fiction, and more! With inspiring workshops led by alums and a memorable group pantoum with Professor Morri Creech, these campers are ready to bring their stories to life.

Authors Alissa DeRogatis and Meg Rosenthal '19 also stopped by to answer campers' questions about the publishing process and what it's like to be a published author. Be sure to check out their novels: "Right Words" by Rosenthal and "Call It What You Want" by DeRogatis.
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Exciting news from Royals Baseball! Our very own Dillon Lewis has been selected by the New York Yankees as the 391st pick in the 13th round of the 2024 MLB Draft.⚾️🎉

Lewis had a historic 2024 season, starting all 55 games for the Royals and achieving a .371 batting average with 14 doubles, 22 home runs, 63 RBIs, and 20 stolen bases. He now becomes the second Royal to be drafted, joining Tanner Jacobson, who was selected by the St. Louis Cardinals in 2022.

Read more here: https://bit.ly/3YcaeCk
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The Royal Voices of Charlotte are on a winning streak! 🎶 After taking first place in an international competition last summer, this talented auditioned chamber choir—featuring Queens students, alumni, and community singers—has done it again.

Scoring an impressive 96.4/100 from an international jury, Royal Voices claimed the top spot at the prestigious Preveza International Choral Festival in Greece. They also received the festival's only special jury prize for the best performance of a new choral work.

Check out their winning moment in this feature on Queen City News: https://bit.ly/3XW5i47

Queens University choir wins International Choral Festival of Preveza competition in Greece Queens University choir wins International Choral Festival of Preveza competition in GreeceThanks for stopping by Queen City News' YouTube channel! We’re pro...

Happy Fourth of July, Royals! 🇺🇸🎆

We are thrilled to welcome our newest Trustees: Stephanie C. Bunao ’18, Sally Wheeler Maier ’89, and Adelaide Anderson Davis ’61.

Their wealth of experience will play a vital role in ensuring that the university upholds its mission and core values, oversees responsible management of resources, and guides Queens towards achieving its strategic goals.

Learn more about their them and their contributions:

Queens University Welcomes New Trustees - Queens University of Charlotte Queens University of Charlotte announces the appointment of three new board members on July 1. All Queens alumnae, these talented individuals will join the existing board of 35 trustees, dedicated to serving the university for four-year terms. After graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in English, Ade...

Last year, we navigated a pivotal shift in higher education following the Supreme Court's ruling on affirmative action. As Adrienne Oddi, Queens' Vice President of Strategic Enrollment and Communications, shared with The Washington Post, “our world was entering a new era.”

While Queens has long pursued diversity without factoring race into admissions decisions, the ruling necessitated operational adjustments. Oddi reflects, “We lost an essential tool in our toolkit—part of each student’s story, their identity.” This challenge has spurred us to explore new strategies to reach diverse student populations.

Read more about how this landmark decision is reshaping education and beyond:

Race was once factored into college admissions. Now, it’s factored out. One year after the Supreme Court’s landmark affirmative action decision, the ruling’s race-neutral model is being followed at colleges across the country.

Today marks the final day of the giving year, and we're rallying for the Queens community! Your donation will empower future Royals to achieve academic success, advance cutting-edge research, and strengthen our beloved academic programs.

Every gift goes towards helping . Join us today to leave a lasting legacy at Queens. https://bit.ly/4bCTMhQ

Only 3 days left to support Queens this fiscal year! With the help of the Queens community, your support:
🎓 Fuels academic programs, creative initiatives, and innovative research
💡 Provides life-changing scholarships and financial aid
🤝 Strengthens our community at Queens
Every gift, big or small, makes a difference.

Don’t miss your chance to create a lasting impact. Give to the Queens Fund today! https://bit.ly/4bCTMhQ

At Queens, our university community drives innovation, scholarship, and discovery, transforming lives of students and faculty alike. With only 11 days left in the fiscal year, join us in empowering Royals to Rise.🌟

Every gift, no matter the size, creates a significant difference. Support excellence at Queens by making your contribution before June 30th.

Donate now and make a lasting difference: https://engage.queens.edu/register/makeagift

We are excited to announce Renee Wells as our new Assistant Vice President for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Her leadership strengthens our commitment to fostering an inclusive and equitable learning environment for all. 📚✨

Wells brings a wealth of experience from her roles at institutions like North Carolina State University and Middlebury College, advocating for diversity and accessibility in higher education.

Discover how Wells is shaping the future of diversity and inclusion at Queens and explore our commitment to fostering an inclusive campus environment:

Queens University Celebrates Pride and Welcomes New DEI Leader - Queens University of Charlotte Queens University of Charlotte’s commitment to inclusivity extends far beyond educational workshops and insightful discussions during Pride Month. The recent appointment of Renee Wells as the new assistant vice president for diversity, equity, and inclusion highlights Queens’ ongoing commitment ...

Are you ready to ROAR? 📣🦁 This past weekend, incoming Royals had the opportunity to get to know faculty, staff, and fellow students during an exciting two-day orientation. Not to mention loads of other fun activities, like competing in late-night Rex Games.

ROAR allows future Royals to stay in a first-year residence hall, discover campus resources, and learn the ins and outs of being a successful Queens student. Committed to Queens for the upcoming fall semester and haven't registered for ROAR yet? Don't wait, there are only two more sessions left this summer! Sign up here: https://bit.ly/3VOz4qk

Queens University students Mckenna Hill and Sarah Quigley recently worked with Freedom Fighting Missionaries to shed light upon the resilience of formerly incarcerated individuals, embodying the Queens motto, “Not to be served, but to serve.” They recently presented their research at the organization's annual gala. Kenny Robinson, founder and executive director of Freedom Fighting Missionaries, mentored the students as they studied re-entry and justice reform here in Charlotte. Way to go, Royals!

Let’s play ball! ⚾️ Our Charlotte Alumni Chapter is hosting Queens Alumni Night next Tuesday, June 18th at Truist Field as the Charlotte Knights take on the Gwinnett Stripers at 7:04 p.m.

🎟 $20 tickets include a seat in the left field Power Alley, $2 of loaded value for concessions or team store, and a $5 gift to the Queens fund.

🔗 Click here to register now: https://engage.queens.edu/register/knightsalum

Biology major and honors student Jordan Sanders ’26 was among 12 students nationwide who recently embarked on an expedition to Mammoth Cave National Park in Kentucky, home to the longest cave in the world.

Queens Student Explores Mammoth Cave’s Rich History and Hidden Depths - Queens University of Charlotte Biology major and honors student Jordan Sanders ’26 was among 12 students nationwide who recently embarked on a unique spelunking expedition to Mammoth Cave National Park in Kentucky. For those unfamiliar with the term, spelunking is the exciting world of cave exploration! The week-long trip offer...