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N.C. A&T’s Greatest Homecoming on Earth Set to Return In-Person

07/13/2021 in Alumni, Students

N.C. A&T will bring back its nationally celebrated annual tradition, “The Greatest Homecoming on Earth.”

N.C. A&T, NCCU Compete to Crush COVID-19

07/09/2021 in Employees, Students

N.C. A&T and North Carolina Central University’s longtime rivalry will now include a battle against the COVID-19 pandemic.

N.C. A&T Library Awarded LSTA Grants for Makerspace, Student Learning

06/24/2021 in Students, Library

F.D. Bluford Library has been awarded a $50,000 Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) grant to create the Bluford Maker Lab: Design Your Future and a $93,704 LSTA grant to launch a program where students will create instructional videos on topics relevant to information literacy and research under the direction of the library.

N.C. A&T and Barnes & Noble College Partner on Free Textbooks for Undergrads

06/17/2021 in Business and Finance, Students

A new partnership between North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University and Barnes & Noble College will enable A&T to make textbooks available for the 2021-22 and 2022-23 school years free for all undergraduate students.

10 N.C. A&T Students Selected for Prestigious Governor’s Internship Program

06/11/2021 in Student Affairs, Students

North Carolina Governor’s HBCU Internship summer program has selected 10 N.C. A&T students for its 2021 cohort.

N.C. A&T Moves to Virtual Parking Passes 

05/24/2021 in Business and Finance, Employees, Students

Parking and Transportation Services at North Carolina A&T has transitioned to the entirely virtual License Plate Recognition (LPR) system for the 2021-22 fiscal year. 

The Journey Toward the Degree: N.C. A&T Students Share their A&T Stories

05/07/2021 in Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, Students

As N.C. A&T prepares to hold commencement ceremonies, students share their stories.

N.C. A&T to Hold May 9 Commencement Ceremonies for Spring 2021 and All 2020 Graduates

04/02/2021 in Academic Affairs, Alumni, Students

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University has scheduled two commencement ceremonies Sunday, May 9, for all 2020 and spring 2021 graduates at Truist Stadium on campus.

Championship U: A&T Teams Continue to Dominate

03/25/2021 in Athletics, Students

Three impressive championships shine a national spotlight on athletics excellence at N.C. A&T.

North Carolina A&T’s Victor Solomon Debuts on NBC’s The Voice

02/26/2021 in Student Affairs, Students

The senior singing phenomenon is the star of Monday night's season premiere of the hit music competition series.

The University Will Remain Under Condition 2 Until Noon on Friday, Feb. 19

02/18/2021 in Employees, Students

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University will remain under Condition 2 (see attached) until noon on Friday, Feb. 19, and then return to normal operations for the remainder of Friday.

The University will operate under Condition 2 on Thursday. All classes are cancelled.

02/17/2021 in Employees, Students

Walmart, N.C. A&T Team Up to Launch ‘Equity in Education Initiative’

11/19/2020 in Students, College of Business and Economics, College of Engineering

The retail giant is investing $5 million in the nation's largest and top-ranked HBCU to enhance equity on campus and in the workplace.

N.C. A&T Recognizes 11 Distinguished Alumni at Fall Convocation

10/30/2020 in Alumni, Students

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University celebrated its annual Fall Convocation program virtually Thursday, Oct. 29, via Zoom. During the program, Chancellor Harold L. Martin Sr. presented the state of the university and welcomed alumni to the “Greatest Homecoming on Earth” virtual celebration.

Chancellor's Forums for Faculty, Staff and Students Available

10/12/2020 in Employees, Students

In October, Chancellor Harold L. Martin Sr. hosted three separate forums for faculty, staff and students. Links to the recorded forums can be found below.

N.C. A&T Encourages Compliance with ‘Three Ws’ as School Year Begins

08/19/2020 in Employees, Students

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University leaders are asking students and employees to double down on the three Ws – washing hands, waiting while socially distanced and wearing face masks – to keep campus healthy as in person and online instruction begins with the launch of the school year today.

North Carolina A&T Launches 2020-21 School Year Showing Record Impact Statewide

08/19/2020 in Employees, Students

As North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University opens the 2020-21 school year today, school leaders have released the results of a new analysis that reveals a statewide economic impact of nearly $1.5 billion.

Thirteen N.C. A&T Students Selected for NC Governor’s HBCU Internship Program

06/22/2020 in Students

Thirteen students from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University have been selected as interns this summer at Fortune 500 companies in the state through the North Carolina Governor’s HBCU Internship Program.

North Carolina A&T Will Not Raise Tuition, Fees for 2020-2021

06/19/2020 in Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, Business and Finance, Students

The UNC System Board of Governors determined to hold tuition and mandatory fees at current rates, while the university's Board of Trustees expanded that directive to also maintain current housing, dining and other non-mandatory fees.

Commencement Season to Culminate in N.C. A&T’s Virtual Graduation Celebration This Saturday

05/22/2020 in Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, Students

N.C. A&T couldn’t participate in an in-person ceremony this spring, but the university will still honor them with an unforgettable send-off Saturday, May 23, in a Virtual Graduation Celebration.

Third Generation Aggie Commissioned in U.S. Air Force

05/22/2020 in Students

Second Lt. Kristofer Grimes represents the third generation of the Grimes family commissioned in the U.S. Air Force Reserved Officers Training Corps (ROTC) at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University

N.C. A&T Releases Academic Calendar for Fall 2020 With Significant Changes

05/18/2020 in Admissions, Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, Employees, Students

In light of the coronavirus pandemic, strategic changes have been made to the fall academic calendar to help minimize community spread of the virus while delivering an outstanding education for A&T students.

‘Greensboro Goes Blue and Gold’ to Honor Graduates May 8 - 9

05/07/2020 in Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, Students

Starting Friday night, May 8, business, organization and education locations around Greensboro will sparkle with blue and gold lights to honor the Spring 2020 graduates of both North Carolina A&T and UNC Greensboro.

N.C. A&T to Celebrate Class of 2020 with Glittering Lineup of High-Profile Events

05/04/2020 in Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, Students

N.C. A&T plans to celebrate the Spring 2020 graduating class in a variety of ways.

N.C. A&T Hosts Virtual Undergraduate Research Symposium

04/20/2020 in Research and Economic Development, Students

The Office of Undergraduate Research at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University kicked off Undergraduate Research Week with a virtual symposium hosting approximately 100 students and faculty members April 20.

N.C. A&T Leverages Technology During COVID-19

04/15/2020 in Admissions, Student Affairs, Students

In the wake of COVID-19, North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University has shifted more than classes to the digital space. For the last month, university constituents have found applications like Zoom to be helpful for everything for information sessions to mental health support to additional learning opportunities.

Actress, Advocate Taraji P. Henson to Lead Speaker Series on Mental Health at N.C. A&T

03/09/2020 in Students, Chancellor’s Speaker Series

This spring, N.C. A&T is devoting the Chancellor’s Speaker Series, “Mind Over Matter,” to addressing mental health with award-winning actress, writer, producer, entrepreneur and mental health advocate, Taraji P. Henson, Thursday, April 14, at 6 p.m., in Harrison Auditorium.

Inclement Weather Advisory

02/20/2020 in Employees, Students

In advance of expected inclement weather and poor traveling conditions later today, North Carolina A&T will move to Condition 2 at 2 p.m., with classes and events cancelled for the rest of the day and evening and the university on suspended operations.

Computer Science Student at N.C. A&T Receives “Community Hero” Award for Quick Thinking

01/24/2020 in Students, College of Engineering, Computational Science and Engineering, The Graduate College

N.C. A&T graduate computer science student, Cody Byrd recently received the North Carolina Sixth District Community Hero award for January.

Annual Celebration of Ronald McNair by N.C. A&T to be Held Jan. 28

01/16/2020 in Alumni, Employees, Students

N.C. A&T will celebrate the life and legacy of alumnus Ronald E. McNair, Ph.D., at 11:30 a.m., Tuesday, Jan. 28, in the Deese Ballroom, located in the Student Center, on campus.

Activist Natalie Warne to Keynote N.C. A&T and UNCG Joint MLK Celebration

01/09/2020 in Student Affairs, Students

N.C. A&T and UNC Greensboro will join hands once again for the annual Joint Commemorative Program to celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at 7 p.m., Wednesday, Jan. 22, in Harrison Auditorium.

N.C. A&T to Celebrate 60th Anniversary of Sit-In; Roland S. Martin to Keynote

01/09/2020 in Students

In celebration of the courageous and brave acts of Jibreel Khazan (formally Ezell Blair Jr.), Franklin McCain, Joseph McNeil and David Richmond – known collectively as the A&T Four – N.C. A&T will celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Feb. 1, 1960 Sit-In with it Commemorative Program, beginning at 7 a.m., Friday, Jan. 31, 2020, with special guest speaker, Roland Martin.

The Celebration Bowl – Opening Night

12/19/2019 in Athletics, Students

The Aggies have arrived in Atlanta for this year's Celebration Bowl

Winter Wishes in Aggieland Provided 200 Gifts for Guilford County Foster Children

12/03/2019 in Employees, Students, Community and Rural Development

For the third consecutive year, N.C. A&T hosted Winter Wishes in Aggieland, Dec. 2, 2019, providing 200 Guilford County Foster children with three special gift wishes for the holiday season.

Six N.C. A&T Students Gain Industry-Level Healthcare Experience Through BHLI Partnership

11/25/2019 in Students

Six North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University students gained a unique perspective recently through the Bluford Healthcare Leadership Institute

N.C. A&T Online IT Program Ranked Among Top Ten Nationwide

11/19/2019 in Academic Affairs, Students, College of Science and Technology, Computer Systems Technology, The Graduate College

The online Bachelor of Science in Information Technology program at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University has been ranked among the nation’s top programs, according to Study.com’s Best Online Schools for Information Technology.

N.C. A&T Business and Economics Students, Faculty and Staff Volunteer on Literacy Day

11/19/2019 in Academic Affairs, Employees, Students, College of Business and Economics

Ninety-five students, faculty and staff members of the North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University Willie A. Deese College of Business and Economics (CoBE) volunteered during First Book’s Literacy Day at Doris Henderson Newcomers School for International Children on Friday, Nov. 15.

Weaver Foundation Gives $1.5M to Establish Endowment at N.C. A&T

11/18/2019 in Academic Affairs, Students

The Weaver Foundation has committed $1.5 million to establish the H. Michael Weaver Endowment in International Programs at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University.

N.C. A&T to Grant Holiday Wishes to 200 in Foster Care During “Winter Wishes in Aggieland”

11/15/2019 in Student Affairs, Athletics, Students, Community and Rural Development

When the Deese Clock Tower at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University transitions into a decorative holiday display, it’s an indication that the university is gearing up for its annual holiday giving celebration, Winter Wishes in Aggieland.

N.C. A&T Taps Alumna, Professor and Filmmaker as Fall Commencement Speaker

11/06/2019 in Academic Affairs, Alumni, Students

Professor, filmmaker, radio host, entrepreneur and 1996 alumna Kelly Richmond Pope, Ph.D. will deliver the fall 2019 commencement speech for North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University. The ceremony will begin at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, 2019, at Greensboro Coliseum, 1921 W. Gate City Blvd.

Report: Aggies Defy National College Enrollment Trend

11/04/2019 in Admissions, Academic Affairs, Students

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University is among the nation’s 100 colleges and universities where applications have increased the most – bucking the national trend of declining enrollment – so says a 24/7 Wall Street report.

Aggie Pop-Up Shop to Open Oct. 21 on Elm Street

10/21/2019 in Business and Finance, Alumni, Employees, Students

The Aggies are headed downtown. North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University is opening a “pop-up” at 201 S. Elm St. on Monday, Oct. 21, just in time for homecoming. The grand opening celebration will feature appearances by Mayor Nancy Vaughan and Chancellor Harold L. Martin Sr., a food truck, and a store full of the latest and best Aggie gear.

List Ranks N.C. A&T in State’s Top 10 Best Colleges for Jobs

10/18/2019 in Alumni, Students

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University is one of the top 10 best colleges for jobs in North Carolina, according to job-finding website Zippia.com.

Thirty-Four N.C. A&T Students Selected for Exclusive TMCF Leadership Institute

10/15/2019 in Students

The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) has selected 34 talented North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University students to attend the largest, talent and professional development recruiting conference for students of publicly-supported historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs), and predominantly black institutions (PBIs) at the award-winning 19th Annual Leadership Institute presented by Wells Fargo.

Students at N.C. A&T Learn the Process and Principles of Self-Love at Chancellor’s Speaker Series

10/04/2019 in Students, Chancellor’s Speaker Series

From the moment Chancellor Harold L. Martin Sr. took the stage at Harrison Auditorium for the Chancellor’s Speaker Series, “Love the Skin You’re In,” Oct. 3, student engagement was intense and consuming. From Martin’s comments regarding his experiences dealing with the effects of colorism to the daily experiences of guest panelists Laverne Cox, Shaun Ross and Amber Riley, the conversation was informative and transformational.

N.C. A&T AutoDrive Team Kicks Off its Challenge for the Third Year

10/04/2019 in Academic Affairs, Students, College of Engineering

The College of Engineering at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University kicked off its third year of participation in the SAE/General Motors AutoDrive Challenge by recognizing the team’s progress and achievements to date.

N.C. A&T, Jet’s Pizza Partner for 2019-20 Academic Year

10/02/2019 in Business and Finance, Students

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University students can now use their Aggie Dining meal plans to order pizza from Jet’s Pizza.

Joint School of Nanoscience and Nanoengineering to Host National Nano Day Event

10/02/2019 in Students, Joint School of Nanoscience & Nanoengineering

The Joint School of Nanoscience and Nanoengineering (JSNN) will host Nano Day on Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2019 from 3 to 5 p.m.