University Programs

Queens University of Charlotte offers a wide range of events to keep you connected to the Charlotte community and engaged with the university’s mission of service. Our signature programs inspire, educate, and empower the community by convening influential professionals, thought leaders, and changemakers to share ideas, foster leadership, and drive regional and global impact.

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Established in 2010 by the Queens McColl School of Business in partnership with the Entrepreneurial Leadership Circle, the Hall of Fame honors the visionary founders and builders whose legacies have shaped the business landscape of the Carolinas and beyond.

Hosted annually, this event celebrates innovation while reinforcing the McColl School’s mission to develop leaders of high competency and character.

Carolinas Entrepreneur Hall of Fame

Celebrating exceptional leaders who demonstrate innovation, impact, and integrity in business, this event has elevated those who inspire the next generation of changemakers since its inception in 1986. It champions these values while reinforcing Queens’ deep commitment to developing authentic and empowered leaders in the community.

Queens University Charlotte BusinessWoman of the Year

Established in 1978, this is Queens’ longest-running public event and a cornerstone of lifelong learning in the region’s financial and legal sectors. This event equips attendees with critical insights into wealth management, tax law, legacy planning, and fiduciary responsibility. It reinforces the university’s role as a trusted convener of expert knowledge and responsible practice.

Estate Planning and Wealth Management Forum

Since 1988, The Learning Society has brought renowned speakers—visionaries, authors, activists, and thought leaders—to campus for conversations that expand horizons and challenge perspectives. This flagship forum reflects the university’s belief in intellectual engagement as a lifelong pursuit.

The Learning Society

Corporate and Strategic Programs: University Advancement

Rooted in Queens University of Charlotte’s mission to transform students’ lives and enrich the broader community through intellectual inquiry, ethical leadership, and civic engagement, the Corporate and Strategic Programs educate and empower the community by convening influential professionals, thought leaders, and changemakers to share ideas, foster leadership, and drive regional and global impact.

Together, these programs advance Queens’ commitment to:

• Educating and empowering diverse leaders
• Fostering innovation and excellence across professional fields
• Encouraging meaningful dialogue on today’s most pressing challenges
• Strengthening ties between Queens, Charlotte, and global thought leadership
• Celebrating entrepreneurial vision and the spirit of innovation in the Carolinas

Event Contacts

Continuing Education

Certificate in Holocaust Pedagogy

The Stan Greenspon Center’s Holocaust Pedagogy Certification program (CHP) provides intensive training on methods and strategies for teaching about the Holocaust across subjects and grades in 6-12 settings. Through the skills of historical examination and interpretation, this program prompts participants to ask questions and think critically about why the Holocaust happened, what it means for learners today, and how we can engage others in our schools and communities to do the same.

Senior Scholars

Senior Scholars at Queens provides educational programming for local seniors (adults aged 50 and up) who desire intellectual stimulation without the commitment to long-term enrollment. The group has more than 700 members, many of whom attend weekly lectures held at Providence United Methodist Church during the school year. For just $35 annually, Senior Scholars have access to lectures on topics such as art, history, science, and health. Members may also participate in outings (at a nominal cost) to area museums and other cultural and educational resources, with additional opportunities to socialize with peers.

Queens Talent & Coaching Conference

The annual Queens Talent & Coaching Conference is a dynamic one-day in-person conference exploring the interconnected worlds of Talent Development and Professional Coaching.

For information about upcoming events, please visit the event webpage or contact Jennifer DeKnight (deknightj@queens.edu, 704-337-2248).