A&T Professor Wins Goody's Powders Excellence Award
GREENSBORO, N.C. - Dr. Cathy Kea, an associate professor of curriculum and instruction in the School of Education at North Carolina A&T State University, has been selected as the winner of the Goody’s Powders Excellence Award. Goody’s recognizes professors who ensure that Historically Black Colleges and Universities produce individuals who will become successful, productive members of society.
Dr. Thaddeus McEwen, associate professor of business administration, was a finalist in the competition.
Goody’s Powders will recognize recipients of the 2003 Goody’s Powder Excellence in Teaching Awards Wednesday, Jan. 28, at a reception.
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A&T Chancellor and First Lady Share Collection
GREENSBORO, N.C. - To celebrate the rich heritage of African-American artists and the exciting growth of North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University’s jewel to the world’s cultural arts stage, the University Galleries is proud to present Chancellor’s Choice: Works from the James C. and Peggy O. Renick Collection. Chancellor’s Choice will feature 28 works from renowned, 20th century African-American artists, such as Hale Woodruff, Joseph Holston, and Charles Bibbs.
An opening ceremony will be held Wednesday, Jan. 28 from 5 – 7 p.m. The exhibit will on display from January 28 – March 12.
As art enthusiasts, N.C. A&T Chancellor James Renick and his wife, Peggy have joined with the University Galleries in preserving and promoting the greatness of African-American art. Although better known for its engineering and technology accomplishments, A&T also has an unique, large collection of African artifacts donated by the late Mattye Reed, first director and curator of the African Heritage Center, now under the University Galleries.
“There is a great opportunity to showcase the work of African-American artists at North Carolina A&T,” said Shawnya Harris, director of A&T’s University
Galleries.
Chancellor and Mrs. Renick have demonstrated a true commitment to the arts by their professional support for it on campus and as serious art collectors. We, the A&T community, are excited to have the chance to bring the private collection of Chancellor and Mrs. Renick to a larger audience.
The University Galleries is located in the Dudley Building on the campus at 1601 East Market Street. Take East Market Street north from downtown and left on Dudley Street. Turn right at University Circle (blue street sign). The building is located behind the statue of the Greensboro Four. Call University Galleries at (336) 334-3209 for more information on the exhibit and parking arrangements.
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A&T Fraternity to Sleep-out for Homeless
GREENSBORO, N.C. - The North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University Eta Chapter of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity will execute a Sleep-Out for the Homeless Friday, Jan. 16, from 10 p.m. – 7 a.m. The fraternity will sleep-out on their plot, which is located on Nocho Street.
The sleep-out was created nearly 14 years ago by the Eta Chapter. The program focuses on the plight of the homeless and what students can do to help. Clothes, food, and money will be donated to the homeless in addition to time sleeping out on the plot by brothers and students. This program has been adopted by other chapters of Phi Beta Sigma, various Greek-lettered organizations, civil rights groups and other service organizations . For addition information, contact Alex Miller, president of the Eta Chapter, at (336) 253-2033.
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A&T to Have Commemorative Breakfast Honoring Dr. Ronald McNair
GREENSBORO, N.C. - North Carolina A&T State University will sponsor a commemorative celebration in honor of the late astronaut, Dr. Ronald E. McNair. The commemorative breakfast will be held 9 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 28, in the Memorial Union - Stallings Ballroom. This event is free and open to the public.
The theme of the celebration is “The Role of HBCUs in Shaping Intellectual Capital by Advancing Women and Minorities in Higher Education.” The keynote speaker will be Dr. Frederick Humphries, chief executive officer of the National Association for Equal Opportunity.
Humphries, a chemist by training, has achieved a distinguished 27 year career as president of Florida A&M and Tennessee State Universities.
During his nearly 17 year tenure at FAMU, he more than doubled enrollment while simultaneously raising academic standards. Under his leadership FAMU was the number one producer of African-Americans with baccalaureate degrees and third in the nation as the baccalaureate institution of origin for African American doctoral degree recipients. While at FAMU, Humphries raised more than $60 million, making the university’s endowment the largest in the nation among public historically black colleges.
The late McNair, who was a 1971 A&T graduate, received his B.S. degree in physics. He received his Ph.D. from Massachusetts Institute of Technology. McNair died on January 28, 1986, while serving as a mission specialist aboard the space shuttle Challenger.
For additional information regarding the McNair commemorative breakfast, call (336) 334-7792.
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A&T Sponsors Sit-In Breakfast
On Friday, Jan. 30, North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University will sponsor its annual Sit-In Breakfast in honor of the four A&T freshmen whose courageous act on February 1, 1960, enhanced the quality of life for minorities in this country. The 44th Sit-In Anniversary Celebration will be held at 6:30 a.m. in Williams Cafeteria.
The A&T Four/Greensboro Four members, Jibreel Khazan (formerly known as Ezell Blair), Franklin McCain and Joseph McNeil and the late David Richmond son, David Richmond, Jr., will attend the Sit-in Breakfast.
At the breakfast, A&T Chancellor James C. Renick will present the Human Rights Medal winner. This medal is awarded annually to recognize an individual who has endeavored to correct social injustice and has significantly contributed to the betterment of the world.
The award was established by Chancellor Renick to honor individuals whose courageous actions are a reflection of the extraordinary action against social injustices that was demonstrated by Dr. Jibreel Khazan (Ezell Blair Jr.), Dr. Franklin McCain Sr., Dr. Joseph Alfred McNeil and the late Dr. David Richmond Jr.
The keynote speaker for the Sit-In Breakfast will be Dr. Tyrone R. Baines, a senior fellow at North Carolina Central University. Baines recently retired from the W. K. Kellogg Foundation in Battle Creek, Mich., where he served in the capacities of coordinator of higher education, coordinator of the youth and education division and as program director for the Kellogg Youth Initiative Partnerships.
Dr. Baines received a B.A. degree in sociology and humanities from Morgan State University, a M.S. degree in social work from the University of Pennsylvania and a M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in political science from the University of Maryland.
At 3 p.m. in the Memorial Union – Stallings Ballroom B, a Sit-In Roundtable discussion will take place with the A&T Four/Greensboro Four.
The activities for the 44th Anniversary Sit-In Celebration are free and open to the public. For additional information, call (336) 334-7800.
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A&T to Participate in Community Service Activities in Honor of the Late Dr. Martin Luther King
GREENSBORO, NC. - On Monday, January 19, the North Carolina Agricultural
and Technical State University family has scheduled the following community
service
activities
in honor of the late Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Time
Location
Activity
9 a.m. – 1
p.m.
Potter’s
House
305 W. Lee Street (Preparing and serving meals)
11 a.m.
Weaver
House
305 W. Lee Street (Delivering Toiletries)
2 p.m. – 4
p.m.
Hampton
Homes
1300 Odgen Street (Present MLK program for youth at Hampton Home. Activities
include university insights from the chancellor, vice chancellor of student
affairs, student leaders and alumni, puppet show and Greek Step Demo.)
4:30 p.m. – 6 p.m.
The Pathway
Center
3517 N. Church Street (play table
games, teach arts and crafts and provide refreshments)
9 a.m. – 4
p.m.
Habitat
for Humanity
Habitat
for Humanity Restore - 3826 High Point Road (Restocking shelves and cabinets)
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A&T to Honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
GREENSBORO, N.C. - Rev. Vernon C. King, pastor of St. James Baptist Church, will be the keynote speaker for North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University Convocation 7 p.m., Thursday, January 15, in the Memorial Union – Stallings Ballroom.
The theme of the program is “Promoting Social Change … Finding Your Connection to King.”
From an early age, Vernon King was influenced by the examples of ministry from his late father, his late grandfather (Daddy King) and his late uncle, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Rev. King received a B.A. degree in religion from Morehouse College. He continued his educational pursuit at Emory University’s Candler School of Religion, where he concentrated his studies in pastoral care and church administration.
Rev. King served as chaplain at Union Corrections and Atlanta Bureau Corrections in Atlanta, Ga. He also served as chaplain of the Georgia Restoration Center and was a pastoral counselor for Southside Psychology Clinic in East Point, Ga.
In 1987, Rev. King was ordained at the historical Ebenezer Baptist Church. He served as senior pastor of the Spirit Creek Baptist Church in Augusta, Ga., from 1992 to 1997. He also served as the senior pastor of the First Baptist Church in Fairmont, N.C. from June 1997 to December 2000.
Along with being senior pastor of St. James Baptist Church, Rev. King sings gospel music and became a gospel-recording artist when he recorded “The Lord Will Make A Way” on the Sincere Record Label.
Rev. King is a community activist who serves humanity. He is a member of the Greensboro Pulpit Forum, The Greensboro Ministerial Alliance, Southern Christian Leadership Conference and NAACP. He serves on the board of directors for the Martin Luther King Jr. Center. He is a former member of the General Baptist State Convention Housing Committee, where he held the position of Public Relations Chairman. He presently serves as a board member for the Ministers Council of the General Baptist State Convention.
Rev. King is married to the former Robin Scott. They have two daughters, Victoria and Venus.
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A&T Offers BA in Liberal Arts
GREENSBORO, N.C. - The bachelor of arts degree in liberal studies has been approved as a new degree program in the College of Arts and Sciences at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University. The purpose of the liberal studies degree is to prepare students, in an interdisciplinary mode, for employment and citizenship in a complex and global environment.
The degree program, requiring 124 semester hours for completion, consists of the following areas of study: University Core Requirements per semester hour (32 ); College of Arts & Sciences Support Courses (50), Concentration Studies (24); and Free and Related Electives (18). The extensive knowledge and critical analysis skills gained by the Liberal Studies students will prepare them with the knowledge base for entry into diverse careers and will provide preparation for success in graduate and professional schools. In addition to this new campus-based program, the Interim Liberal Studies Director will work with the Distance Learning Department, to eventually seek approval for liberal Studies to be offered as an on-line degree program option.
For additional information, call Dr. Nita Dewberry at (336) 334-7795.
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A&T Hosts Focus Groups for NCDOT
GREENSBORO, N.C. - The Transportation Institute of the School of Business and Economics at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University recently hosted 10 focus groups conducted by the North Carolina Department of Transportation. The groups are part of a series of 26 groups that will be conducted statewide and attended by Department of Transportation employees to assess key workplace diversity issues of the department.
The ten focus groups held on the A&T campus drew 125 NCDOT employees from among the more than 6,600 who work in the Piedmont region of the state. Additional focus groups will be held in Greenville, Asheville, and Raleigh.
Dr. Michael Simmons, director of the Transportation Institute, coordinated all campus activities for the Department of Transportation. “The Department of Transportation is an important partner to the mission of the Transportation Institute and we were happy to have NCDOT employees on our campus taking part in such a valuable and worthwhile endeavor,” Simmons said.
Douglas Cox, market research manager for NCDOT, served as project leader for the focus groups.
At the completion of the focus group project, an analysis of the findings will be conducted and a final report prepared. The results will help determine what interventions and recommendations can be offered to senior NCDOT management to address workplace diversity issues.
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A&T Names Radhakrishnan VC for Research and Economic Development
GREENSBORO, N.C. - Dr. N. “Radha” Radhakrishnan has been named vice chancellor for research and economic development at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University. He previously served as the interim vice chancellor for research.
Dr. Radhakrishnan brings a wealth of talent and experience to the university with over 34 years in research and research administration,” said Dr. Carolyn W. Meyers, provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs. “His professional reputation as a researcher, innovator and leader in interdisciplinary areas and activities meshes well with the University’s Blueprint for the Future, most especially our aspiration to be “the premier interdisciplinary university in the nation.”
Prior to coming to N.C. A&T, Radhakrishnan was director of the Computational and Information Sciences Directorate (CISD) with the Army Research Laboratory (ARL), where he was a member of the Federal Senior Executive Service. As director, Radhakrishnan managed a $180 million budget and over 750 government and contract personnel. In addition, he served as chief information officer, providing the information technology infrastructure for ARL.
Radhakrishnan earned his B.Engr., M.Tech. and Ph.D. in engineering from Madras University (Madras, India), Indian Institute of Technology (Bombay), and the University of Texas at Austin, respectively. He is the recipient of numerous awards and honors from the Department of Defense and engineering societies.
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A&T Exceeds Goal for SECC
GREENSBORO, N.C. - North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University raised $125,605 for the 2003 State Employees Combined Campaign (SECC), exceeding its goal of $120,000.
This year’s campus theme was “Celebrate the American Hero.” “Many words come to mind to describe our employees: generous, concern and caring,” said Linda R. Wilson, executive director of student health and campaign chairperson.. “They recognize that giving to SECC ensures that a wide variety of needs will be met for others.”
Dr. Thurman Guy served as vice chair of the campaign and Dr. Robert Mers, second chair.
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A&T Professor Presents Paper at International Workshop
GREENSBORO, N.C. - Dr. Rita Lauria, an associate professor in the department of journalism and mass communications at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University presented a paper at the Sixth Annual International Workshop at Aalborg University in Denmark.
Her paper was titled “While Facilitating Presence for Marketing Purposes, Are You Persuading or Seducing Your Consumers?”
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A&T Graduate Students Selected for PURSUE Program
GREENSBORO, N.C. – Two graduate students at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, have been selected for the PURSE (Partnership of Underrepresented Scientists for Education) Program for the school year 2003-2004. The students are Alma Muhamedagic and Iskra Muhamedagic, twin sisters, who are majoring in chemistry.
The students’ award includes an annual salary of $15,000, tuition, as well as a lap top computer and $2,000 for traveling to various academic conferences. Additionally, they will receive $2,200 for laboratory supplies and $1,200 for medical insurance.
The PURSUE award is an assistantship that requires students to work on a research project that is coordinated with a faculty advisor. During the academic year, they are expected to work 20 hours per week on the project and participate in PURSUE workshops, seminars and the GRE training workshops.
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