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Sending reflection, compassion, and support to our NinerNation.

I graduated in 2005 and moved back to Connecticut. I still have traces of my southern accent, especially when I’m excited about something, sweet tea is still my favorite thing to drink, I can make an awesome barbecue and I’m so grateful for all I leaned in the classrooms at UNC Charlotte! I have a […]

Our Niner Nation shall live on and prosper but always keep defining members in our hearts.

Reed and Riley will forever be in our hearts. Thoughts and prayers to their families, fellow students, and stuff. Never take anything for granted. I love my UNC Charlotte family.

Niner Nation, you are in our thoughts and prayers today. Our son, Brandon, was in Kennedy 236 that evening. I often think of the families of Reed and Riley, and my hope is that they have peace and joy in their lives. We’re very grateful that we are able to celebrate Brandon’s graduation in a […]

I remember 4/30/2019 very well. I had just left Cameron for the day around 5:30 p.m. for an hour minute commute home. I received a text at 5:50 p.m. with a disturbing message that shots were fired and to run, hide, fight. About 5-10 minutes later, I began receiving calls asking if I was okay. I am still […]

As I am most fortunate to have been at a different building the night of 4/30, I know friends who were not. My remorse goes to the family and friends of the victims of this tragic night. The damage spreads in ways that affect those in the room and those nearby. The fear and trauma […]

Reed and Riley will be forever remembered in our hearts! We are the Mighty Niner Nation! We are big, proud and much stronger thanks to Drew, Sean, Emily, Rami and Professor Johnson! On this historical day, let us continue to stand strong together as one!

Thank you everybody for their support.

You will always going to be in mind, as we vowed never to forget this day.Charlotte strong