5 Cool Things

Tuesday, July 13, 2021

Meet the Chief

Estella Patterson ’96 is the new police chief for the city of Raleigh, North Carolina.

Alumna Estella Patterson ’96 is the new police chief for the city of Raleigh, North Carolina. Her selection followed a competitive national search.


All-American Star

Starting defensive end Tyriq Harris becomes the first student-athlete named a football Academic all-America

Starting defensive end Tyriq Harris becomes the first 49er student-athlete named a football Academic all-America — adding to an impressive list of achievements on and off the field.


Foundation for Success

Sally Gambrell Bridgford receives UNC Charlotte’s 2021 Distinguished Service Award (pictured here with Chancellor Sharon L. Gaber)

President of the Gambrell Foundation, Sally Gambrell Bridgford (pictured here with Chancellor Sharon L. Gaber) receives UNC Charlotte’s 2021 Distinguished Service Award for her innovative work to close the inequality gap.


Taking the Lead

Meet UNC Charlotte’s newest additions to the Board of Trustees: Wendy Grubbs ’83, Alexander J. (Sasha) Weintraub and Dontá Wilson ’98.

Meet UNC Charlotte’s newest additions to the Board of Trustees: Wendy Grubbs ’83, Alexander J. (Sasha) Weintraub and Dontá Wilson ’98.


Niner Night at Wooden Robot

UNC Charlotte Alumni Association hosts Niner Night at Wooden Robot Brewing on July 29

UNC Charlotte Alumni Association hosts Niner Night at Wooden Robot Brewing on July 29. The first 49 alumni to register will receive a FREE drink ticket upon arrival.