Charles Smith II

Charles serves as the Assistant Director of 49er Intensive Transition Program (FIT), where he is committed to providing a meaningful transition experience for first year 49ers. He received both his Bachelor’s degree in Sports Business and Management and MBA from Maryville University of St. Louis. Charles started his higher education career as a graduate assistant at his alma mater. After one year, he was hired full time as a Life Coach where he started his journey in academic advising. After 4 years, Charles transitioned to UNC Charlotte as an Academic Advisor, working in the College of Humanities, Earth and Social Sciences (CHESS). 

Charles’s goal is to help develop students to become the best version of themselves. He strives to advocate for any and all students he works with.