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Career-ready degrees, Royal connections, and unlimited access to the Queen City. #RoyalsRise

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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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No matter the call, Royals rise to meet the demands of the world with a spirit of service and excellence. Welcome to Queens University of Charlotte. #RoyalsRise
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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Queens Board of Trustees has voted unanimously to accept an invitation from @ASUNSports . Queens will begin its four-year transitional period into @NCAA Division I on July 1, 2022. More details to come on Tuesday, May 10. #GoRoyals | #ASUNBuilt
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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Queens has named nationally recognized higher education leader Kevin Gannon, Ph.D., director of the Center for the Advancement of Faculty Excellence (CAFE) and professor of history. Read more ➡️
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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The Queens Clock Tower will glow Niner Green as we unite with @unccharlotte to honor the students whose lives were taken and those injured three years ago during the shooting on their campus. We stand in solidarity with our neighboring Charlotte area school. #CharlotteStrong
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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It’s happening! Welcome Class of 2019! Our students and faculty are wearing green ribbons in support of @unccharlotte today. 💚 #QUGrad19
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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Due to overwhelming demand for tickets to An Evening w/ @DanRather on Feb 20 at 7 pm, and in order to support our mission of community engagement, we've moved the event from the Knight Theater to the larger Belk Theater. Tickets are once again available:
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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For 57 years, Miss Betty has loved on every student she encounters. Alumni have banded together gifts to name a new space in the renovated dining hall in her honor. Thank you everyone for your support. Miss Betty is overjoyed and feels the love.
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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Our thoughts and prayers are with the UNC Charlotte community. We extend our deepest condolences and sympathies to the families and friends of the victims of today’s violence.
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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Small school, big city. #WallpaperWednesday
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Queens University of Charlotte
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Our hearts are with our neighbors at @unccharlotte . #NinerNation 💚
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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This is a sad day for Charlotte, for higher education and for all those affected by another senseless act of gun violence. We stand in solidarity with #NinerNation today and in the weeks ahead.
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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Home.
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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Yesterday protesters walked the streets of Myers Park and passed by Queens as they fought against systemic racism. Many of our own staff, faculty and leadership were among the crowds. We couldn’t be more proud. #BlackLivesMatter
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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Final Four, here we come - congrats on the win @queensMBB ! 💪 #GoRoyals
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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Snow scene from this wintry Sunday on campus ❄️⛄️ Stay warm, Royals!
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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How it started: How it's going:
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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Happy birthday to one of our beloved campus staff members, Ms. Betty. Did you know she has graced our campus for over 50 years? Share your favorite memory below with Ms. Betty on her special day. Here’s to many more, Ms. Betty!
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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It's hard to be humble when you're beautiful...and amazing! Queens has been named a 2021 Hidden Gem in the Southeast by College Raptor. Come see for yourself how a small school in a big city could be your PERFECT FIT:
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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Friends over at @Nasdaq surprise @DanielGLugo with a beautiful TIMES SQUARE digital billboard today. Mr. Lugo will be joining us as a Royal in July.
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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Have you caught the sunsets lately? We’re loving this one captured by Denny Gerwin!
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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We are excited to announce that @DanielGLugo has been named Queens' next president. He is currently the VP of advancement at @ColbyCollege and will join us as a Royal on July 1. Learn more at .
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Queens University of Charlotte
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In support of the @unccharlotte community, Queens students, staff and faculty will wear green ribbons during Saturday's commencement. #UNCC #CharlotteStrong
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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Today, Royals level up to Division I. Whether away or at home, we are ready for the challenge as a member of the @ASUNSports Conference. Here’s to the next chapter of excellence. It’s our time. #GoRoyals | #ASUNBuilt
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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Our hearts are with @unccharlotte as they remember and honor the lives lost and all those affected on April 30, 2019. Together, we are all #CharlotteStrong .
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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What an incredible season! We are so proud of our @queensMBB team for their accomplishments this year. #GoRoyals ! 💙⛹️‍♂️
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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It is a proud day at Queens! We just earned 13th place in U.S. News and World Report’s 2019 Best College rankings, among Regional Universities South. #BestColleges
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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Today is Miss Betty's Birthday! 🎉 One of the easiest Royals to celebrate, Miss Betty has been a backbone of love and service to the Queens community for more than 60 years. Read about her in the Winter 2023 edition of Queens magazine ➡️
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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Our board of trustees has unanimously voted to rename our main administration building, after investigating its namesake's ties to slavery. Burwell Hall will now be called Queens Hall. Learn more:
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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👏👏 Big city. Small school. Perfect fit. For the second year in a row, @USNewsEducation has ranked Queens #13 in Best Regional Universities (South), along with #8 Best Undergrad Teaching and #16 Most Innovative Schools. You'll love it here!
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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It's a proud day at Queens! We just landed in the Top 20 of U.S. News and World Report's 2018 Best Colleges rankings, within the Regional Universities South category. #BestColleges
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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The city of Charlotte recognized a Royal hero today. Happy Miss Betty Day. 💙
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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Queens in all its beauty
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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What an honor! Our very own president, Dr. Pamela Davies, has been named the 2017 Charlotte Woman of the Year. Thank you to @CBJThomas at @CBJnewsroom for this great coverage:
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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Spring is finally here! 🙌🏼🌼
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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Today, our hearts are with @unccharlotte as we remember and honor the lives lost and all those affected on April 30, 2019. Together, we are all #CharlotteStrong . 💚
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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Happy Holidays from our family to yours...
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
2 years
Happening Now at Queens📍 This afternoon, Queens welcomes Polish Ambassador @mmagierowski to campus for a community discussion, Q&A, and reception.
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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Congrats Jose Contreras Rangel on receiving the Algernon Sydney Sullivan Award! You are an outstanding student, and this is well deserved. #QUGrad18
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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Queens stands by all of our students, regardless of national origin, and we will continue providing the education and experiences that they deserve. We will do everything we can to support their return to the United States and their ability to pursue a Queens degree.
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Natl Association for College Admission Counseling
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NACAC's latest statement outlines the association's opposition to the announcement that non-immigrant F-1 and M-1 international students must return to their home country or face deportation if their school shifts to online-only instruction this fall.
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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This campus in the summer >>>
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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At Queens University of Charlotte, we value deliberative dialogue and active citizenship. Participation in peaceful protests has never been a reason we would deny an application or rescind an offer of admission.
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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Cheering on @Queens_Baseball from Truist Field. #GoRoyals
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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Diana is seen proudly holding the American flag in 2001 shortly after the 9/11 attack. Seventeen years later, we pause to remember the events of that tragic day, as well as honor the victims and the heroism of first responders.
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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Queens is deeply saddened by the passing of former chief of police, Johnnie Ravenell. "Chief” was an iconic member of the Queens community who took great pride in lovingly caring for the safety and people on Queens campus for over 25 years. Learn more ➡️
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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We get some beautiful sunsets here in Charlotte including this one from earlier in the week. #tbt #charlottesgotalot
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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Exciting news for #FutureRoyals . Queens is adopting a test optional policy, meaning ACT/SAT scores will no longer be required. This reflects a holistic admissions approach that looks at the full potential of a student. Learn more:
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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We were recently recognized by US News & World Report and now our hometown is too! Charlotte is in the top 10 places to live and we couldn’t be more proud to call it home.
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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Grab your tissues! Experience the moment when twelve incoming freshmen received the call that they were chosen as presidential scholars. Congratulations to our 2019 presidential scholars on receiving this impressive full scholarship!
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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Our campus is known for being picturesque, but what if we told you it was used as the set for a feature film? 🎥 See "The Other Zoey" on the same campus where it was filmed on Nov. 9 inside the Sandra Levine Theatre at 7:00 p.m. Get free tickets today:
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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Queens congratulates @marshallcurry and Trustee Elizabeth Martin on the Oscar for best live-action short film, The Neighbors' Window. Marshall dedicated his acceptance speech to his mom (the late Beth Curry), who was a Royal twice over (‘63, MBA ‘83) as well as Trustee Emerita.
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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We couldn’t be prouder of this group of Royals. What an inspiring effort, and what an extraordinary season from @queenswlax !
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Queens (N.C.) Athletics
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WLAX| The Royals' second-half comeback falls just short as @queenswlax falls 14-12 to Lindenwood in the @NCAADII National Championship.
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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Since 1991 Dr. Diane Mowrey has molded hearts and minds at Queens. She teaches her final class virtually today, and we want to share our love, gratitude and best wishes to our dear friend and colleague (and honorary alumna!). Thank you, Dr. Mowrey 💙.
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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It's Miss Betty's birthday! This morning, @DanielGLugo dropped off some gifts for the Queens legend on behalf of the Queens community. Comment with your birthday message for Miss Betty and we will make sure she sees them.
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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We welcomed the 5x National Champs home in Royal fashion. 🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆 #fivepeat
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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This week, our hearts are heavy as we mourn the loss of a member of the Queens family. Family, friends, and loved ones will gather today for a celebration of life to remember Jessie Morales.
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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For the first time in program history, @queenswlax advances to the semifinal round. They face West Chester this Friday, May 17. Let’s go ROYALS!
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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Falling in love with our beautiful campus. 🍂
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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At 18 years old, Philip underwent brain surgery that erased his memory. Now he is a Presidential Scholar at Queens. Through our small, close-knit campus, Philip is a part of a community that doesn’t see his limitations, but instead allows him to thrive.
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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We were just talking about the beautiful fall colors on campus. Well, you should see it now! This one particular tree steals the show.
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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The Washington Post has covered recent Queens graduate, Freddie Sherrill. It's the best comeback story we've ever heard! He'll also be on the @TODAYshow with "Megyn Kelly TODAY" 5/17. Make sure to tune in starting at 9 a.m. to hear Freddie's story.
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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It was a snow day at Queens! Our campus looked beautiful and students (and Rex) enjoyed the winter wonderland.
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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Four-Peat! @QueensAthletics men's and women's swimming teams continue their reign as @NCAADII Swimming Champions. FULL DETAILS:
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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Here comes the Class of 2022 🎓
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
6 years
The #QUNITED results are in! We reached 1,070 donors, far exceeding the goal of 800. To everyone who participated - countless Queens students will benefit because of your generosity. In honor of achieving our goal, @WFLightsCLT lit up in Queens blue.
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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Happy holidays to you and yours from all of us at Queens.
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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It's the last day of Nov, 73 degrees, & it looks like someone took a paintbrush to @QueensUniv campus. We love Charlotte! #charlottesgotalot
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Queens University of Charlotte
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Congrats @RyanLochte on a great #Rio2016 ! We're so proud to say you trained right here at @QueensUniv #jeah
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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Bright lights. Big city. Colossal celebration. Duke Energy is proudly lit in blue and gold to celebrate the inauguration of Dan Lugo.
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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A message from President @DanielGLugo and the entire senior leadership team:
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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Porter Byrum has left $35M to Queens for scholarships, the largest gift made by an individual in Queens’ history.
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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Star basketball player, Todd Withers ’18, is looking good in NBA gear. Last week, he was invited to practice with the Sacramento Kings. Keep an eye out for this Royal. #myroyalsummer @queensMBB @QueensAthletics
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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Happy first day of class to all of our current Royals! We may be separated by distance, but we are all in this together.
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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Campus isn’t the same without you, Royals. While these are uncertain times, we will get through them together, as families do 💙.
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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Today, members of the @ASUNSports team, including Commissioner Ted Gumbart, gathered at the Levine Center to formally welcome the Royals into the conference. 📝:
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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Welcome, Class of 2022! We are excited to welcome you as the second largest class in Queens history. Thank you to all our clubs and sports teams for helping make move-in a success. We couldn’t be more excited for the start of the new school year. #QU2022
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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In honor of National Limerick Day: The campus is quiet and lean Not much to be heard or be seen Without student crowds The silence is loud Dear Royals, we miss you! Love, Queens
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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Another sunny day on campus brings back memories of some of our favorite sunny days. ☀️ #tbt
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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You’re at the top of our gratitude list. Happy Thanksgiving, Royals!
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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Queens is excited to welcome Adrienne Amador Oddi as VP of strategic enrollment and communications. Previously the dean of admission & financial aid at Trinity College, Oddi is a nationally recognized expert in college access and enrollment. Read more:
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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“𝑊𝑒 𝑎𝑟𝑒 𝑝𝑟𝑜𝑢𝑑 𝑜𝑓 𝑦𝑜𝑢 𝑓𝑜𝑟 𝑤ℎ𝑜 𝑦𝑜𝑢 𝑎𝑟𝑒 𝑡𝑜𝑑𝑎𝑦 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑎𝑙𝑙 𝑡ℎ𝑎𝑡 𝑦𝑜𝑢 𝑤𝑖𝑙𝑙 𝑏𝑒 𝑖𝑛 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑓𝑢𝑡𝑢𝑟𝑒.” Congratulations Queens University of Charlotte Class of 2022. 🎓
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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Now that's what we call a Royal Flush. @queensmbb
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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This photo of Diana proudly holding the American flag was taken in 2001 not long after the events of 9/11. Now, 20 years later, we reflect on the true heroism of the first responders and helpers, and remember and honor the victims of that tragic day. #NeverForget
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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Together we can work to create the city we need. And we have the power and responsibility to create the Queens we want to be.
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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Queens has announced its intention to return to campus for the spring semester. Read President @DanielGLugo 's message to the Queens community on our dedicated webpage:
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Queens University of Charlotte
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Last day of classes mood! Congratulations to @queenswlax for finishing undefeated in conference, number one seed in the @SAC_Athletics championship and SAC Regular Season Champs.
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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The first player in @QueensAthletics history has been selected in the @MLB draft. Read more about Tanner Jacobson’s journey from Queens to the St. Louis @Cardinals ➡️
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Queens University of Charlotte
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🦁What an evening! Congratulations to @queensMBB for being back-to-back Southeast Regional Champions! Next stop is Evansville, Indiana. #OURHOUSE
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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Given the uncertainty impacting our local community, Queens is expediting a scholarship initiative for 2020 Mecklenburg County high school graduates to attend Queens: The Queens Commitment.
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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Headed home after a trip to Guatemala, guess who Dr. Mowrey and the group ran into - @Panthers @kelvinbenjamin !
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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We are thrilled that President Emerita, Pamela Davies, has been elected as Chair of the Board of Directors of the YMCA USA. Her leadership of the 27-member board will set strategic direction and policy, guiding the Y’s work to strengthen community. Congrats, Dr. Davies!
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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Goodnight Queens 🌝
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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Congrats grads of 2017! This is your day. We're so proud of you! #QUGrad2017
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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I don't know about you, but we're feelin' 2022 🎉
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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Laughter, hugs and a few tears. Our first-year students’ move-in day is ending, but the journey has just begun.
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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Queens has been named among the top 10 regional universities in the south by @usnews . "Queens is on an amazing trajectory. Rankings or no rankings, we will continue to do what we've been doing throughout our 165-year history." -President @DanielGLugo 📝
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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Campus has become a beautiful array of fall colors.
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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Experience of a lifetime! Queens student-athlete Luis Hernández '17 is caddying for golf pro Yuta Ikeda during the PGA Championship!
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@QueensUniv
Queens University of Charlotte
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Enriching the student life experience @QueensUniv . Welcome María Del Carmen Flores-Mills, our new vice president of student engagement and dean of students.
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