FERDINAND DOUGLASS BLUFORD LIBRARY

The Ferdinand Douglass Bluford Library is located near the center of the West campus. The current holdings include more than 457,326 bound volumes, and as a select depository in North Carolina for United States government documents, the library contains a collection of over 300,000 official government publications. Current subscriptions include approximately 3,980 print subscriptions to journals and other serials and more than 200,000 electronic full-text serial titles. Other holdings include a collection of videotapes, microforms and other audiovisuals. The library maintains special collections in Archives, Black Studies, and a Chemistry Collection located in the Chemistry Department in Hines Hall on the campus.

Special services are provided through a formal and informal library instructional program, document delivery, interlibrary loans, and a late night study area. During the academic year, the library is open 106 hours each week as shown below. Variations in this schedule are posted.

Monday-Thursday

8:00 a.m. - 12:00 Midnight

Friday

8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Saturday

9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Sunday

2:00p.m. - 10:00p.m.

Late Night Study

Monday-Thursday Until 3:00 a.m.

Sunday Until 12:00 Midnight

(Remains Open 24 Hours During Exams)

Educational Support Centers

The University’s educational support centers include, The Center for Student Success, Academic Enrichment Program (ACE), Learning Resource Laboratory, Writing Center, Administrative Information Systems, Computing and Information Technology, Computer Assisted Learning Laboratory, Academic Tutorial Program, Tutorial/Study Center, the Carver Hall Tutorial Laboratory, Learning Assistance Center (Nursing), Writing Laboratory, Teacher Education Center, Learning Assistance Center (Chemistry), Student Athlete Tutorial Program, Disability Support Services, and Counseling Services.

Museums

The African Heritage Center is an outstanding art museum. Throughout the year, this museum has on display a number of special exhibits of sculpture, paintings, graphics, and other media.

OFFICE OF CONTINUING STUDIES AND DISTANCE EDUCATION

The Office of Continuing Studies and Distance Education provides educational and training opportunities for the learner using several different settings and methods of delivery. The need for the education or training could be for career change or advancement; for degree or certification requirements; or for intellectual and cultural stimulation. This Office administers programs in continuing education, summer sessions, evening and weekend, and distance education.

The Continuing Education Program provides the administrative structure and coordination of extension credit courses, non-credit courses, conferences, workshops and short courses. Courses in this program may be delivered via several learning technologies including on-line Internet delivery, interactive video, audio/video tapes, and face-to-face on-site instruction. The staff works with faculty, local education agencies, community agencies and professional organizations to develop learning activities to meet the educational needs of individuals or groups.

The Extended Day Program is the coordinating unit for departments that offer classes in the evening and on weekends for students who are employed or otherwise not available during the 8 to 5 day.

The Summer Sessions consists of two 5-week sessions, a ten week dual session, and a two week inter-session, with short courses and workshops interspersed through the two sessions. This program provides summer study to meet the needs of graduate and undergraduate degree seeking students, teachers and other professionals, or any other persons for whom summer study will benefit in the attainment of their educational goals.

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES

Information Technology at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University is available to faculty, staff, students, and the community for curricula development, administrative use, research assistance, and tutorial services. Services are provided by Computing and Information Technology (CIT), under the Division of Academic Affairs.

The Computing and Information Technology division is divided into five areas: Administrative Information Systems, Client Services, Systems and Software, Networking and Telecommunications, and Instructional and Research Computing.

Directorate of Administrative Information Systems (DAIS)

Directorate of Administrative Information Systems (DAIS) is responsible for central administrative computing and related information management activities for the University. AIS develops, maintains, and/or provides technical support for the campus financial, human resources, and student records as well as appropriate computing for other administrative functions in academic and administrative units. Most software is written in COBOL and FOCUS. The hardware consists of two clustered DEC Alpha DS20 computers for production usage, one Xerox 4850 printer, and several smaller printers. Both production computers utilize the Open VMS operating system. For additional information please visit the website: http://pres.ncat.edu/

Directorate of Client Services (DCS)

Directorate of Client Services is responsible for determining standards for computer hardware, software, and related equipment. DCS ensures that such equipment is appropriate for the University’s computing environment. Furthermore, Client Services provides assistance in information delivery, problem management, and technical troubleshooting for recommended hardware and supported software packages for the university and is responsible for managing and supporting institutional classroom and public access computing labs. Additionally, the Client Services Directorate consults with information technology professionals on campus regarding setting up and administering local area networks in their respective departments. For additional information please visit the website: http://www.ncat.edu/~cit/csv/

Directorate of Systems and Software (DSS)

The Systems and Software Directorate is responsible for the day-to-day management of the academic computers and software systems. This includes monitoring and ensuring that the equipment is fully functional and responds to a user’s need.

Directorate of Networking and Telecommunications (DNT)

The Directorate of Networking and Telecommunications supports the education and research goals of the University by promoting and providing effective and reliable data, video, and voice connectivity for students, faculty and staff. For additional information please visit the website: http://nts.ncat.edu/

Directorate of Instructional and Research Computing (DIRC)

The Directorate of Instructional and Research Computing supports a variety of services aimed at improving the quality of instruction and research through the application of technology. These servcices consist of providing e-mail, course mailing lists (listservers), workshops and orientation sessions, multimedia consultation, and on-line documentation to support faculty instructional computing needs. DIRC provides technology support for research projects as well as support for web services. Additionally, DIRC publishes a variety of materials, including short manuals, tutorials, and brochures to assist newcomers and set up orientations for new students and faculty. For further information please visit the website: http://web4.ncat.edu/irc/

THE CENTER FOR STUDENT SUCCESS

The Center for Student Success is organized to provide special services to students who need assistance in strengthening their reading, communication and computational skills. The objective of this program is to help each undeclared student to develop a foundation for completing his or her college career.

The program provides special classes in Reading and Mathematics. It offers tutorial services and helps the undeclared student to develop study skills.

            WASTE MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE

The Waste Management Institute coordinates the interdisciplinary waste management efforts of the University in the areas of instruction, research, and community outreach. Waste Management activities are conducted through faculty members and facilities of the participating departments.

Additionally, the Waste Management Institute administers an undergraduate certificate program. To receive a Waste Management certificate, students are required to complete 18- 20 credit hours of approved Waste Management courses. The waste management certificate complements the student’s academic major. Also, the certificate highlights the training of A&T students in environmental and waste management. The certificate is awarded at a special ceremony.

PIEDMONT INDEPENDENT COLLEGE ASSOCIATION OF
NORTH CAROLINA

The Piedmont Independent College Association of North Carolina is an organization comprised of North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, The University of North Carolina at Greensboro, High Point College, Greensboro College, Bennett College, Guilford College and Guilford Technical Community College. The organization promotes interinstitutional cooperation and cooperative educational activities among the seven institutions. Agreements provide the opportunity for any student to enroll at another institution for a course or courses not offered on one’s home campus.

THE DIVISION OF DEVELOPMENT AND UNIVERSITY RELATIONS

The Division of Development and University Relations seeks to identify and solicit aggressively and comprehensively external potential resources. The Division has responsibility for achieving the institutional mission of providing quality educational experiences and opportunities for its students. To support its responsibility, the Division:

            a)             assists the University in securing financial resources to improve existing academic programs and student development programs;

            b)            assists the University in securing financial resources for new academic programs and student scholarships, development programs and;

            c)            serves as a liaison between donor constituents and the University;

The Division of Development and University Relations encompasses program units of alumni affairs, prospect research, advancement services, development, public relations, publications, special events and the industry cluster. Each unit is critical for the overall advancement of the university.

Additionally, the Division aids in conducting the affairs of the North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University Foundation, Inc., which has been established to assist in soliciting gifts, grants and contributions from sources for student scholarships, faculty development, library resources, specialized equipment as well as cultural and public service programs.

The Division is conveniently located in Suite 400 of the Dowdy Administration Building except for the Alumni House which is located across the street from the Corbitt Center.

DIVISION OF RESEARCH

The Division of Research was established to provide an effective administrative infrastructure for research and sponsored programs. The Division administers and manages all sponsored program activities at the University, including intellectual property. These activities include research services, proposal processing, negotiation and acceptance of funding agreements, post award administration, and technology transfer. In addition, it insures that sponsored programs are compatible with the University’s mission and program thrusts, it minimizes duplication, it assures compliance with governing regulations and policies, and it disseminates research productivity information.

Consistent with its support mission, the Division of Research serves as a conduit for program descriptions and announcements, conducts training in program development and project management, provides access to information electronically and in hard copy, and provides technical assistance. It operates a resource library containing current agency forecasts and program summaries, brochures, directories, statistical reports, manuals, guides, and other useful material.

AUXILIARY SERVICES

The Office of Auxiliary Services is responsible for administering, planning, and directing the University auxiliaries, such as the Bookstore, Food Service, Ticket Operations, and vending services. This office also supervises and serves as Business Manager for the Athletic Department, Housing, Health Services, and the Student Union.

Each auxiliary relates directly to the objectives of the University. Its significant contributions to the realization of University objectives are measured directly by the quality of services rendered. Such functions provide needed services and also allow the University to benefit from these services without substantial cost.

BOOKSTORE

The Bookstore offers a wide variety of services to the University community, including the Textbook PrePack Service, which allows incoming freshmen to place orders during orientation for their fall semester textbooks. Their textbooks will then be ready for them when they arrive on campus in August.

The Bookstore sells a wide variety of computer supplies, including IBM, Compaq and Macintosh hardware and software at educational prices. In addition to textbooks and computers, the Bookstore also sells snacks, school supplies, clothing and tradebooks.

Other services offered include expanded store hours during home football games, a
photocopying machine, fax service, free notary service, and film developing. In addition, a Wachovia teller machine is located in the same building as the Bookstore for students’ convenience.

AGGIE ONECARD

The AggieONEcard Center is currently located in Brown Hall at the corner of Bluford and Laurel Streets. The center is sharing an office with the University Ticket Office but will be relocating in the near future to provide more convenience to patrons. Currently, the University patrons and visitors can make purchases at various locations. Students, Faculty and Staff are able to purchase soft drinks from vending machines across campus, make purchases at the University Bookstore, purchase tickets for campus and off campus events, make copies at Bluford Library, pay for health services, and purchase meals at the Williams Cafeteria or Aggie Den (Student Union) using the debit plan feature of their AggieONEcard. Students can also pay for their laundry washing and drying in every campus dormitory. This card also operates as a “access key” for specific buildings in Aggieland. At the present time, Scott B dormitory is the only student living quarters with door access.

If your card is lost or stolen, please report it to the AggieONEcard Center immediately at (336) 334-7114. This is for your protection and it will prevent others from accessing your accounts. The AggieONEcard Center is opened Monday-Friday from 8:30 am - 5:00 pm; after 5:00 pm and weekends, you should call the University Police Dispatch office at (336) 334-7675. If your card is not found, you will have to pay a $20.00 fee at the University Treasurer’s office and take your receipt to the ID Center (Memorial Student Union – 2nd floor) to obtain a replacement ID card.

TICKET OFFICE

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