Amanda Gary

I joined UNC Charlotte and CHHS in Spring 2022. My higher education experience includes Admissions and Recruitment, Academic and Career Advising, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Initiatives, Retention Initiatives, and Student Development. Prior to joining UNC Charlotte, I served as an Academic Advisor, and Acting Success Coach for the Adult Career Pathways Program (ACP) at Northern Virginia Community College. I am well-versed, working with diverse student populations, and am committed to assisting students with achieving their goals, and navigating their college experience.

Degrees

I am a proud alumna of Old Dominion University (ODU), where I earned a Bachelor of Science in Human Service Counseling, with a minor in Women and Gender Studies. I am also a proud alumna of George Mason University (GMU), where I earned a Master of Arts in Higher Education, Student Affairs.

Advice to Students

Please make the best of your experience, as the years fly by quickly. Make every moment count. Be sure to find any way possible to get connected on campus, whether you land an on-campus job or join student organizations. Build your connections and network as much as possible. Use campus resources!

About Me

Virginia is for lovers! I grew up in the Hampton Roads area of Virginia (also referred to as the Tidewater region or simply the “757 area”). Most of my adult life was spent in the Washington DC, metro area (also referred to as the DMV). In my spare time, I live for music, cooking, reading, shopping, traveling, interior design, and spending quality time with family and close friends.

I look forward to serving our CHHS students here at UNC Charlotte!