Signature Programs

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    Family Weekend
    Join us for a weekend full of fun activities on Charlotte's beautiful campus with other Niner Nation Family members as we celebrate one of our favorite UNC Charlotte traditions, Family Weekend!
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    Welcome Families banner
    Family Weekend
    Join us for a weekend full of fun activities on Charlotte's beautiful campus with other Niner Nation Family members as we celebrate one of our favorite UNC Charlotte traditions, Family Weekend!
    You're Invited
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    Niner Nation Family Association
    Your $49 membership includes monthly exclusive content through the 49er Family Hub, access to our publications as soon as they are distributed, early-bird registration to Family Weekend, and much more.
    Join Today
    Niner Nation Family Association Logo
    Niner Nation Family Association
    Your $49 membership includes monthly exclusive content through the 49er Family Hub, access to our publications as soon as they are distributed, early-bird registration to Family Weekend, and much more.
    Join Today
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    Family Council
    The Family Council enriches the student and family experience by supporting engagement opportunities, providing family perspectives, and promoting family philanthropic initiatives.
    Get Involved
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    Family Council
    The Family Council enriches the student and family experience by supporting engagement opportunities, providing family perspectives, and promoting family philanthropic initiatives.
    Get Involved
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    49er Family Hub
    Enhance your Niner Nation family experience with customized newsletters and access to information, news, and resources curated for especially for Charlotte families.
    Connect With Us
    49er Family Hub Preview
    49er Family Hub
    Enhance your Niner Nation family experience with customized newsletters and access to information, news, and resources curated for especially for Charlotte families.
    Connect With Us

49er Family Fund

Your gift makes a difference. The 49er Family Fund, a UNC Charlotte Foundation initiative, empowers parents and family members to make a direct impact on the student experience. Gifts to the 49er Family Fund help support programs and services that promote student success, engagement, and well-being.

Every contribution, no matter the size, strengthens our community and enhances the opportunities available to all Niners. Whether your student is just beginning their journey or is nearing graduation, your support plays a vital role in shaping a vibrant and supportive campus environment.

Join fellow Niner families in making a difference—give to the 49er Family Fund today.

Staff

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    Briana Wilson
    Program Director
    Family & Supporter Engagement
  • Allie Whitestone headshot
    Allie Whitestone
    Graduate Assistant
    Family & Supporter Engagement
  • Angela Cortes Arana.
    Angela Cortes Arana
    Student Coordinator
    Family & Supporter Engagement

Virtual Programming

Committed to helping you grow along with your student, our Lunch & Learn webinars provide a monthly virtual platform for connection and education. Each session features staff and faculty experts discussing a different critical campus topic, helping you demystify the UNC Charlotte experience.

This is a vital opportunity to connect with other families, ask real-time questions, and learn actionable strategies to assist your student in navigating academic life, health, and campus opportunities.

*Lunch & Learn webinars for the 2025-2026 academic year have concluded. Please be on the lookout for our return in August 2026!*
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    Commencement Preparation (April 2026)
    Getting ready for graduation? 🎓 Join the Family & Supporter Engagement Team as they host experts from University Communications and the Alumni Association to cover all things commencement and beyond! Learn how to support your student through the final steps, understand graduation logistics, and find out what it means to be part of the Niner Nation alumni community.

    Please register to attend the session; a Zoom link will be after completing your registration.
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    Planning Ahead: Empowering Students to Build Their Financial Path to Graduation (Mar. 2026)
    Join the Family & Supporter Engagement Team as they host experts from Niner Finances for a special Virtual Lunch & Learn! We’ll dive into how students can navigate the major areas of personal finance to build a personalized path toward graduation. Learn how to support your student in making intentional financial decisions, from mastering cash flow and budgeting to understanding the "money mind" habits that lead to long-term success. Don’t miss this chance to help your Niner graduate with more than just a degree, but a plan for financial wellness!
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    Supporting Your Niner through Challenges & Conflict (Feb. 2026)
    Hear about two key campus resources, the University Ombuds and Student Assistance and Support Services teams. The University Ombuds office is a confidential, independent, impartial, and informal resource to work through problems, dilemmas and conflicts. SASS supports students experiencing a broad range of challenges interfering with their ability to be successful.
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    Academic Advice to Start the Semester Strong (Jan. 2026)
    Learn how to support your student’s academic success by exploring the essential tutoring, coaching, and writing services provided by the University Center for Academic Excellence and the Writing Resources Center. This session offers practical advice and campus resources to help students enhance their learning effectiveness and start the semester strong.
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    Commencement Preparation (Dec. 2025)
    Getting ready for graduation? 🎓 Join the Family & Supporter Engagement Team as they host experts from University Communications and the Alumni Association to cover all things commencement and beyond! Learn how to support your student through the final steps, understand graduation logistics, and find out what it means to be part of the Niner Nation alumni community.
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    Get Involved on Campus (Nov. 2025)
    Learn how to support your student's campus involvement! We're joined by Student Involvement and Transition & Belonging to share key resources, exciting upcoming events, and ways for students to become leaders and create impactful experiences. Everything you need to know about getting engaged on campus.
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    Finances and FAFSA (Oct. 2025)
    Get your financial questions answered! This Family Lunch & Learn focuses on Finances & FAFSA, featuring key staff from Niner Finances (for financial wellness) and Niner Central (for aid, billing, and registration). Learn about the essential resources and tools available to help your student make informed financial decisions.

FAQs

The 49er Family Hub is a resource that allows families and supporters to stay connected to all things UNC Charlotte! The Hub provides up-to-date information on upcoming events, a variety of resources offered at Charlotte, supporting the UNC Charlotte community throughout their journey!

There are several ways the Charlotte community can be informed about different events throughout campus. Niner Alerts serve as an avenue of communication if there is ever a threat to campus safety or operations. To stay up to date on different campus events and activities visit the Campus Events Calendar. The 49er Family Hub highlights various different events going on throughout the year as well. 

UNC Charlotte has several resources to assist your student if they need additional support, starting with the Christine F. Price Center for Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS). Visit this link for additional resources if you are concerned for your student. 

Visit Office of the Registrar for all academic schedules and calendar!

There are a variety of academic supports available for students. The University Center for Academic Excellence offers academic skill workshops, tutoring, consultations, and exam support services! Students can also get writing specific support through the Writing Resources Center.

Visit the Career Center for assistance with any type of career advancement! Students can take advantage of the support services available including resume building, career fairs, the professional clothing closet, mock interviews, and professional headshots!

There are a plethora of resources that will support your students' health and wellbeing. The Christine F. Price Center for Counseling & Psychological Services offers group/individual/relationship counseling, workshops, crisis assistance, and many more resources for your students mental health. The Student Health, located in the Joyce Davis Waddell Center for Student Health and Wellbeing, also offers a variety of medical services your student may need. The University Recreation Center also provides recreation, sports, and fitness opportunities available for your student to enjoy.

Locations of different parking spaces, buildings, on-campus dining, and athletic facilities can be found here.

The 49er Family Hub offers a wide range of communities you connect with! Some of those are Parents & Families of First-Gen Students, 49er Veterans, Campus Finances, Housing & Residential Life, Family News, and Niner News!

Please contact family@charlotte.edu or call (704) 687-0341 for any questions, comments, or concerns you may have. 

Contact Us

  • King Building
    209
  • Email
    family@charlotte.edu
  • Phone
    704-687-0341