Welcome to Gerontology at UNC Charlotte!

The Gerontology Program at UNC Charlotte began in the mid-80s and includes students and faculty from many disciplines.  We offer an undergraduate Gerontology Minor, a concentration in the Interdisciplinary Studies Major, and a Graduate Certificate in Gerontology. The multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary nature of the program prepares students and professionals interested in specific careers in the field of Gerontology.  Read more >>

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Cynthia Hancock, Ph.D.

Gerontology Program Director
Teaching Professor, Sociology

460E Fretwell | Department of Sociology 

chancock@charlotte.edu 

Recent News

Careers in Aging Week
Posted on April 18, 2022

Careers in Aging Week is here! GSA, along with partner organizations, needs your help to raise awareness about the wide-ranging career opportunities in the field of aging. Share these resources with your network: Spread the word by sharing this video with your professional network and on social media. Do you know anyone who works with […]

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GERONTOLOGY COURSE PROVIDES OPPORTUNITIES FOR INTERDISCIPLINARY RESEARCH
Posted on February 22, 2022

We are excited to share about our newest and most innovative course to date. Click here for more information. https://health.charlotte.edu/news/2022-02-22/gerontology-course-provides-opportu…

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Gerontology Program hosts film screening of Fast Forward
Posted on November 3, 2021
Congratulations to our own Julia Burrowes (MA in Gerontology) for landing a job with ASA!
Posted on October 20, 2021

Julia Burrowes, MA in Gerontology lands a job with the American Society on Aging

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Meet our Faculty!
Posted on September 1, 2021

As we begin another academic year, we would love for you to learn more about our Gerontology Faculty. Our faculty are offering innovative courses like Women, Middle Age, and Beyond (Dr. Candace Brown) as well as Interdisciplinary Innovations Utilizing Pet Robots to Meet Research, Education, and Care Needs (Drs. Boyd Davis and Meredith Troutman-Jordan)! Take […]

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Congratulations to Faye Maloney, MA in Gerontology
Posted on April 23, 2021

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