“Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, 'What are you doing for others?'” – Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. This is a reminder that Monday, January 17, is a paid holiday for System Office employees celebrating the birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Some...
Kathy W Bryant
Connor Wood
Presidential Scholar R. Connor Wood made a significant contribution to the external review process for doctoral program establishments in the UNC System. Connor enthusiastically partnered with me in designing a more efficient workflow and took the lead in rebuilding...
HR Update: System Office COVID-19 Reporting
As you may have heard, the CDC has published new guidance for individuals who have tested positive for COVID-19 or have been exposed to an individual with COVID. This comes as North Carolina, like much of the country, is experiencing a new spike in cases due to both...
HR Update: Adverse Weather Condition 1 on Jan. 4
Due to expectations that roads will ice overnight, and out of an abundance of caution, the System Office will operate under Condition 1 of the Adverse Weather and Emergency Events policy from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. on Tuesday, January 4, 2022. Under Condition 1, the System...
Sarah Smith
In addition to never saying "no" or "I don't have time" to a question, Sarah went above and beyond over the summer in support of a cross-system, multi-institutional NSF grant. We couldn't have pulled it off without her expertise, knowledge, and patience. Thank you,...
Fred Joiner
Fred has been working in the office all the time during pandemic, he has been helping every user. I think he did and is doing a great job. Nominated by Ramdan Maarad
Melaina Hall
Melaina is the epitome of customer service. She has frequent customer contact and I consistently receive positive feedback on her responsiveness and willingness to assist with complex processes and purchasing regulations. She goes the extra mile, whether it's clearing...
Learning Spotlight: Emotional Intelligence
Emotional intelligence (EI) refers to the ability to perceive, control, understand and manage emotions. This is an essential ability for interpersonal communications – both at work and at home. During these emotionally challenging times, a stronger understanding of...
Governor Cooper Extends Modified Stay At Home Order Amid Rising Case Counts
CHROs: For your information. Also being sent to your ROSO Coordinators. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 6, 2021 Contact: Ford Porter Phone: 919-814-2100 Email: govpress@nc.gov Governor Cooper Extends Modified Stay At Home Order Amid Rising Case Counts Modified Stay At...
COVID-19 Resilience Website for Faculty and Staff
Sent on behalf of Matt Brody: To: Chief Human Resources Officers When the COVID-19 pandemic first surfaced in February, it was hard to imagine the extent to which this event would profoundly impact our institutions and all of the faculty and staff. But...