Votes for Niners

Voters across NC elect Niners to public office

Several UNC Charlotte alumni elected to public office are serving across “The Old North State.”

“UNC Charlotte is proud that many alumni are called to public service,” said Betty Doster, special assistant to the chancellor for constituent relations. “Across the state, district by district, our graduates are taking on the challenge to run for office and serving their constituents with determination and passion. While they may be from different political parties and have differing philosophical views, they are united in their support of our University.”

Meet the 49ers who are among the newest members of the North Carolina State Senate.

Sen. Ted Alexander ‘82 Republican, District 44, which includes Cleveland, Gaston and Lincoln counties, earned a bachelor’s degree in political science. Sen. Alexander serves on a number of committees important to UNC Charlotte including Appropriations on Education/Higher Education and Pensions and Retirement.

“When I reflect upon my time at UNC Charlotte, I see clearly how it was a transformative time for my personal and professional life. Things I learned and experiences I had remain with me to this day. My life’s story is inextricably linked to UNC Charlotte.”

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Sen. Vickie Sawyer ‘97

Republican, District 34, which includes Iredell and Yadkincounties, completed a bachelor’s degree in special education. The standing and select committees she serves on that have an impact on UNC Charlotte include Commerce and Insurance, Health Care and the Rules Committee. Sen. Sawyer was also named to the National Council of Insurance Legislators and its executive committee.

“UNC Charlotte is an exceptional academic institution; it instilled in me valuable principles that I’ve used personally and professionally. I am proud to be a 49er.”

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Sen. Mujtaba Mohammed ‘08

Democrat, District 38 in Mecklenburg County, holds a bachelor’s degree in history. Sen. Mohammed serves on the Judiciary and State and Local Government committees that often deal with university issues.

“I cannot thank my fellow 49ers, both faculty and students, for the memories and world-class education I received at UNC Charlotte. As a public interest attorney and now elected representative, I credit some of the best professors at UNC Charlotte for nurturing my interest in history, politics and government.”

Ted Alexander, left, and friends from a UNC Charlotte gymnastics class.

Vickie Sawyer, third from left, with fellow Chi Omega pledges.