Student Activities
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Athletics
The Charlotte 49ers athletics teams compete at the NCAA Division I level. Members of Conference USA, the Charlotte 49ers boast 18 NCAA sports. Students may attend all sporting events free of charge with their student ID card.
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Recreation & Fitness
Looking for ways to be active on campus? Check out University Recreation’s facilities, intramural and club sports, and fitness programs.
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Student Organizations
The University of North Carolina at Charlotte has more than 400 student organizations to choose from, offering something for everyone. There are many benefits to joining a student organization: making new friends, developing new skills and abilities, working as part of a team, learning to set and achieve goals, sharing your time and talents, as well as having fun.
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Student Union
Located right across the street from the ELTI classes, the Student Union is the main hub on campus for student activities. With restaurants, coffee shops, stores, a movie theater, art gallery, and lounge areas, it is the perfect place for students to enjoy breaks from class and immerse themselves in University life.
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Arts & Entertainment
UNC Charlotte offers a wide variety of exhibitions and performances throughout the year by talented students and faculty.
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International Coffee Hour
Meet people from around the world, play games and enjoy really good conversations, or just relax and listen in with a tasty, homemade beverage.
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Things to do in Charlotte
While there is a lot to do on campus, there is also a lot to do and experience in and around the city of Charlotte.