Articles by Eric Townsend
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Ƶ, Queens teams meet in person to advance merger planning
February 20, 2026
Nearly 80 faculty and staff met face-to-face at Ƶ to shape academic, cultural and operational plans for a merger that will enhance the student experience on both campuses and expand educational offerings in the Charlotte region.
In memory of Dr. John G. Sullivan, Ƶ’s first Distinguished University Professor
February 16, 2026
One of the university's most beloved faculty members for more than three decades passed away on Feb. 13, 2026, leaving a legacy shaped by his work with thousands of students and "a powerful voice that lifted up the most cherished values of the institution."
SOAR Strategic Planning Committee continues work on Ƶ/Queens merger
February 5, 2026
Composed of faculty, staff and administrators at both institutions, the committee will envision the future of a merged institution and provide opportunities for members of campus communities to share ideas for enhancing future student experiences.
‘Exploring Dyslexia’ returns for a lunch hour program on Zoom – Feb. 9
February 2, 2026
Learn about the new Roberts Academy at Ƶ when the "Exploring Dyslexia" series offers a midday virtual session from 12-1:30 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 9. RSVP now to let administrators know you'll be online with them.
‘Exploring Dyslexia’ previews teaching methods planned for Roberts Academy at Ƶ
January 30, 2026
More than a dozen parents and educators attended a program to learn about the Orton-Gillingham multisensory approach that will help children with dyslexia learn to read at a new private elementary school opening this August on campus.
Changes to campus operations due to weekend winter storm
January 30, 2026
Several inches of snow across North Carolina from Jan. 30 through Feb. 1 has affected some hours of operation and Ƶ programming.
Ƶ preparations and resources for winter nor’easter
January 30, 2026
Learn how to stay informed as Ƶ officials actively monitor a Jan. 30-Feb. 1 forecast calling for the region's second major snowstorm in as many weekends.
Campus services for 2026 ‘fake break’ at Ƶ
January 24, 2026
Several university services have adjusted operating hours in the days between the end of Winter Term and the start of the spring semester.
Integration team launches next phase of Ƶ–Queens merger planning
January 23, 2026
The team will be co-chaired by Jeff Stein, Ƶ’s newly appointed chief integration officer and executive vice president, and Pamela Davies, president emerita and senior strategy and integration executive at Queens.
Ƶ offices to reopen at 10 a.m. Tuesday, January 27
January 21, 2026
Learn how to stay informed as Ƶ officials actively monitor a Jan. 24-25 forecast calling for the region's first significant winter storm of 2026.