2026 Fall Official 49er Ring Ceremony

December 10, 2026
2:30 PM-4:00 PM

Student Union Theater

8845 Craver Rd
Charlotte, NC 28262

Your class ring is a lasting symbol of your academic accomplishments and time spent on campus. In celebration of this UNC Charlotte tradition, join the UNC Charlotte Alumni Association for the Official 49er Ring Ceremony.

All participants will receive their purchased rings and will have the opportunity to join in the tradition of dipping their ring in Norm's miner pan while being photographed.

Refreshments and light hors d'oeuvres will be provided prior to the ceremony.

Note: Ring orders must be placed by October 30 in order to be received at the Official Ring Ceremony.

Program

Here's an overview of what's happening at the event!

Order of Events
  • Check-In
    2:30 p.m.
  • Reception
    2:30-3 p.m.
  • Ceremony
    3-3:30 p.m.
  • Dipping of Rings in Norm's Pan
    3:30-4 p.m.

Additional Event Information

Image of student wearing yellow blouse dipping her ring in the 49er Miner statue's pan

Parking

Complimentary parking will be available at the Union Deck Upper Entrance on floors 4 through 6.

Attire

Business or business casual attire is recommended for all ring recipients and their guests.

Can't Attend?

If you cannot attend the ring ceremony, you will receive an email with information on how to pick up your ring at a later date.

Countdown to the Official 49er Ring Ceremony

See you in 48 days 6 hours 35 minutes
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