University Communications

NiCole Lynch
NiCole Lynch joined UNC Charlotte in October 2015 to lead the development of internal and external communication strategies for the Facilities Management Department — among the most intricate was the Five-year Capital Construction communication plan. At that time, the University experienced unprecedented construction with over 40 Capital projects that included road and utility improvements, core […]

Myron Macklin
Myron joined UNC Charlotte in July 2003. He creates brand-centric design solutions that range from advertising campaigns for the Honors College, environmental graphics for the Charlotte Chamber, to numerous print ads for UNC Charlotte magazine, The Charlotte Observer and Charlotte Business Journal. Inside UNC Charlotte has also been utilizing Myron for art direction on its […]

Jennifer Matz
Jenny has been with UNC Charlotte since 2013, currently holding the position of Executive Director of Strategic Brand and Digital Engagement. In this role, she leads strategic initiatives aimed at cultivating brand loyalty, motivating action and fostering meaningful engagement. With more than 23 years of experience as a communications strategist in higher education, Jenny possesses […]

Susan Messina
Susan joined University Communications in November 2017 and leads the development of messaging and content, and their integration across UNC Charlotte’s owned communication channels. These include a daily news site, a monthly e-newsletter; magazine; and digital features, each designed to align editorially with the University’s strategic priorities. Prior higher ed experience includes directing communications for […]

Mark Nunn
An Emmy award-winning producer, Mark has been with UNC Charlotte’s Digital Media Communications department since June 2004. During that time, he has produced live and promotional video projects, short and long form productions, studio based television programs and our premier athletics programming. Currently, Mark serves as senior producer for University Advancement projects.

Alex Reynolds
Alex Reynolds joined UNC Charlotte in 2024 as a communications specialist within the University’s Campus and Community Communications team. Alex serves as the editor of the Niner Insider newsletter for students, faculty and staff. Alex joins UNC Charlotte from Barrett Media — a digital trade site for the media industry — where he was the […]

Lynn Roberson
Lynn Roberson joined the Belk College of Business as communications director in May 2023 after 11 years as communications director for the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences and two years as communications director for the UNC Charlotte ADVANCE Office. Previously, she directed external relations and public policy research for BellSouth and AT&T in North […]

Samantha Salvato
Samantha Salvato currently serves as the Marketing Manager for the College of Arts+Architecture, where her primary responsibilities include highlighting student life, the events of the college, and the recruitment of new students through digital marketing via social media, email marketing, paid digital advertising, and website management. As a proud graduate of The University of North […]


Buffie Stephens
A native of Charlotte and an alumna of UNC Charlotte, Buffie has facilitated media relations at UNC Charlotte since 2006 maintaining a close partnership with all media markets in North Carolina and is the primary contact for local, regional and national media. In 2018, she assumed duties related to issues management, an area recently developed […]