Exercise science student chosen as bell ringer for 2026 summer commencement

Imani Tisdale was chosen as the bell ringer for UNC Charlotte’s 2026 summer commencement, which takes place at 10 a.m. Friday, Aug. 7, in Dale F. Halton Arena in the James H. Barnhardt Student Activity Center.

Tisdale is graduating from the College of Health and Human Services with a bachelor’s in exercise science, and has been involved in a variety of areas on campus. She has been both a strength and conditioning intern and sports nutrition intern for the Charlotte football team, and has experience within Housing and Residence Life as a resident adviser and housing ambassador.

The bell ringer performs the longstanding tradition of ringing the UNC Charlotte victory bell. Students chosen as bell ringers are outstanding student leaders who have demonstrated exemplary 49er spirit within organizations, volunteerism and service to others.