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Dr. Julian Montoro–Rodriguez interviewed by 3 WBTV QcLife About Virtual Program for Family Caregivers
On 12/13/21, Dr. Julian Montoro–Rodriguez was interviewed by 3 WBTV QcLife about the Caregiver TLC program being offered through Southminster. The virtual program aims to teach coping skills and strategies to family caregivers that focuses on improving their own self-care and quality of life while caring for loved ones. To read the article in full […]
Assoc. Prof. Vaughn Schmutz Named As Top Finalist for 2021 Bank Of America Award for Teaching Excellence
The 2021 finalists for UNC Charlotte’s top teaching awards are widely known for their student-centered approaches to teaching. Each fall, UNC Charlotte recognizes those outstanding faculty members whose talents have a positive impact on UNC Charlotte’s learning environment. Vaughn Schmutz, associate professor, Department of Sociology was nominated as one of the top 3 finalists for […]
New Grant Awarded to Psychoeducational Program for Caregivers Developed by Dr. Julian Montoro–Rodriguez
Recently UNC Charlotte posted a press release detailing a new grant that was awarded to Prof. of Sociology & Social Work, Dr. Julian Montoro-Rodriguez who will be the Investigator for the study. The grant will offer virtual programming focused on education and community building for caregivers supporting people with chronic conditions and disability in North […]
Asst. Prof. Zinobia Bennefield Interviewed by Mike Collins of “Charlotte Talks” on Rebuilding Black Trust for the Covid – 19 Vaccine
While the COVID – 19 pandemic has devastated America, its impact has been vastly disproportionate on the Black community. Black Americans are almost 3 times as likely to die from the virus compared to White Americans. Despite that figure however, many in the Black community are skeptical of the vaccine that was recently released. Asst. […]
Prof. Jill Yavorsky featured on Inc. Article Focusing on How to Fight Misogyny in the Workplace
In honor of Women’s History Month, Inc. recently published an article asking multiple female leaders about their experiences in the workplace along with tips to help other women to get ahead while combating misogyny. To read the article in full, please click here.
Prof. Jill Yavorsky’s Gender Discrimination Research Referenced in Forbes Article
Under federal law, gender discrimination in the workplace is illegal, but does that mean it no longer exists? In a recent article published by Forbes online, Prof. Jill Yavorsky’s research has uncovered answers that may surprise you. To find out the answer for yourself and read more, click here to read the full article.
Prof. Jill Yavorsky featured on NPR’s Marketplace for Research on Gender Equity
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WFAE Interviews Asst. Prof. Dr. Zinobia Bennefield on Why African-Americans are Reluctant to Receive the Covid – 19 Vaccine
Assistant Prof. of Sociology, Zinobia Bennefield, was interviewed by WFAE on the reasons behind why many African-Americans are reporting a reluctance to the COVID – 19 vaccine. To read the interview in full, please click here.
Inside UNC Charlotte Discusses New Research on Gender Inequality with Asst. Prof. of Sociology Jill Yavorsky
Asst. Prof. of Sociology, Jill Yavorsky was interviewed by Inside UNC Charlotte to discuss new research on gender inequality that indicates that even women who show the most promise early in their academic careers, may still have less leadership prospects than their underachieving male counterparts. To read the article in full, click here.
Assistant Prof. Jill Yavorsky feat. in The Atlantic on Gender and Cleanliness
The Atlantic recently pusblished an article online focusing on whether or not gender plays a significant role in one’s cleaning habits. Assistant Professor of Sociology- Jill Yavorksy- was asked to provide insight due to her research on gender behavior and cultural influences. To read the article in full, visit the link here.