UNC Charlotte Chancellor Recognized in U.S. House

Rep. Alma Adams praised the university's growth and impact in Charlotte.

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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UNC Charlotte and its Chancellor, Sharon L. Gaber, were recently recognized in the U.S. House of Representatives by Rep. Alma S. Adams of North Carolina. Adams highlighted the university's record enrollment, R1 designation, and major investments that are transforming Charlotte's education landscape. She also congratulated Chancellor Gaber on being named the Charlotte Business Journal's 2025 Business Person of the Year.

Why it matters

UNC Charlotte is a key institution in the Charlotte region, driving innovation, workforce development, and research partnerships that benefit the city and the state of North Carolina. The recognition from the U.S. House underscores the university's growing prominence and impact.

The details

In her remarks to Congress, Rep. Alma S. Adams praised UNC Charlotte's achievements, noting that the university 'has become a powerful engine for economic growth' in the region. She highlighted the university's record enrollment and its R1 designation, as well as the major investments it has made that are transforming Charlotte's education landscape.

  • UNC Charlotte and Chancellor Sharon L. Gaber were recognized in the U.S. House of Representatives on February 14, 2026.

The players

UNC Charlotte

A public research university located in Charlotte, North Carolina, that has become a key driver of economic growth and innovation in the region.

Sharon L. Gaber

The Chancellor of UNC Charlotte, who was recently named the Charlotte Business Journal's 2025 Business Person of the Year.

Rep. Alma S. Adams

A member of the U.S. House of Representatives from North Carolina who recognized UNC Charlotte and Chancellor Gaber's achievements.

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What they’re saying

“'UNC Charlotte has become a powerful engine for economic growth, driving innovation, workforce development and research partnerships that benefit Charlotte and North Carolina.'”

— Rep. Alma S. Adams, U.S. Representative (Collegiate Standard)

“'This is a proud moment for the 49ers and the Queen City.'”

— Rep. Alma S. Adams, U.S. Representative (Collegiate Standard)

The takeaway

The recognition of UNC Charlotte and Chancellor Sharon L. Gaber in the U.S. House of Representatives underscores the university's growing prominence and impact in the Charlotte region, as it continues to drive innovation, workforce development, and economic growth.