Zak Chandler

Zak began his role as the Program Director for Academic Integrity in May 2024. A North Carolina native, he grew up in Greensboro and earned bachelor’s degrees in Philosophy and Political Science from Appalachian State University. Zak is a two-time alumnus of UNC Charlotte, holding master’s degrees in Ethics and Applied Philosophy as well as Educational Leadership. Before stepping into his current role, Zak held various positions within UNC Charlotte’s Residence Life team, most recently serving as Assistant Director for Student Accountability and Support. He is passionate about integrating discussions on academic integrity with broader conversations about integrity and ethics. In his spare time, Zak enjoys reading, playing music with friends, baking, and playing board games.