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2026 Articles

PA Students Participate in Emergency Response Learning

07/01/2026 in College of Health and Human Sciences

PA students joined Campbell’s Mock Mass Casualty Incident, gaining hands-on emergency response and interprofessional experience.

A&T Graduates First Cohort of Strada Scholars

05/15/2026 in Academic Affairs, College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences, College of Business and Economics, College of Health and Human Sciences

A&T reached a major milestone as its inaugural cohort of Strada Scholars graduated during spring 2026 commencement ceremonies.

Two N.C. A&T Health Leaders to Address Black Maternal Health with April 13 Event

04/11/2026 in College of Health and Human Sciences

Two North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University health leaders are contributing to statewide efforts to address disparities in Black maternal health. Tiffany Morris, DNP, MSEd, MSN, RN, CNE, and Victoria Revelle ’11, MPH, will participate in a Black Maternal Health Week webinar focused on the issue Monday, April 13.

Alumnus-Founded PHEN to Conduct Prostate Cancer Community Rally

04/09/2026 in Alumni, Community Engagement, College of Health and Human Sciences

Prostate Health Education Network (PHEN) will conduct a prostate cancer community rally Saturday, April 18, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Alumni-Foundation Event Center.

Hairston College to Host Annual Health and Human Sciences Week

04/08/2026 in College of Health and Human Sciences

The John R. and Kathy R. Hairston College of Health and Human Sciences will host its annual Health and Human Sciences (HHS) Week from Tuesday, April 14, through Saturday, April 18.

Two Alumni Recognized as 2026 Regional Principals of the Year

03/31/2026 in Alumni, College of Education, College of Health and Human Sciences

Darrell A. Harris Jr. ‘11, Ed.D., and LaTresha Wilson ‘04, are among the nine distinguished educators selected as North Carolina’s 2026 Regional Principals of the Year.

Triad Business Journal Names Two Alumnae 2026 Outstanding Women in Business

03/26/2026 in Alumni, College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences, College of Health and Human Sciences

Alumnae Shawanna Nicole Moore-Geter and Jamilla Pinder are among 25 honorees named Triad Business Journal’s 2026 Outstanding Women in Business.

2025 Articles

New e.l.f. Beauty, A&T Data Connect Return on Equity to Boards’ Gender Diversity

10/02/2025 in College of Health and Human Sciences

e.l.f. Beauty, in collaboration with A&T, is sharing new data that support its Change the Board Game initiative showing companies with greater gender diversity on their boards may be better positioned to deliver stronger financial returns.

A&T, GCS Launch Transformative Healthcare Leadership Course with BHLI

09/08/2025 in Academic Affairs, College of Health and Human Sciences

A&T has partnered with the Bluford Healthcare Leadership Institute and Guilford County Schools to launch a groundbreaking course designed to educate and inspire the next generation of healthcare leaders.

Physician Assistant Studies Program Reaches Accreditation Milestone

07/30/2025 in College of Health and Human Sciences

The new physician assistant (PA) studies master’s degree program has received accreditation from the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant.

Hairston College Welcomes New Associate Dean, Department Chair

07/02/2025 in College of Health and Human Sciences

The Hairston College has named Cynthia Crawford, Ph.D., associate dean for research and innovation and David Kondrat, Ph.D., Department of Social Work and Sociology chair.

N.C. A&T’s Hairston College to Host Second Annual Health and Human Sciences Week

03/20/2025 in College of Health and Human Sciences

The John R. and Kathy R. Hairston College of Health and Human Sciences at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University will host its second annual Health and Human Sciences (HHS) Week to celebrate the disciplines’ significant contributions to workforce development, research and community engagement.

N.C. A&T Announces Fourth February One Scholars Cohort

01/31/2025 in College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, College of Education, College of Health and Human Sciences, College of Science and Technology, Honors College

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University has announced its fourth cohort of February One Scholars. These 15 academically talented first-year undergraduates are following the path of leadership and service set by the A&T Four as Aggie freshmen.

2024 Articles

N.C. A&T, CIHDER to Host NIH All of Us Research Program Mobile Tour

10/30/2024 in College of Health and Human Sciences

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University and its Center of Excellence for Integrative Health Disparities and Equity Research (CIHDER) will host the All of Us Journey next week to encourage representation in health research.

e.l.f. Beauty, N.C. A&T ‘Not So White Paper’ Links Diverse Boards to Corporate Success

10/08/2024 in College of Business and Economics, College of Health and Human Sciences

e.l.f. Beauty, in collaboration with North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, has released the “Not So White Paper,” a comprehensive report underscoring the pivotal role that board diversity plays in the success of U.S. publicly traded companies.

A&T, Cone Health to Host “Building a Better You” Community Wellness Fair on June 29

06/26/2024 in College of Health and Human Sciences

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University’s Center of Excellence in Integrative Health Disparities and Equity Research (CIHDER) and the Cone Health Center for Health Equity will host a “Building a Better You” community wellness fair Saturday, June 29. The free event will take place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Corbett Sports Center on the N.C. A&T campus, 405 N. Benbow Road, Greensboro.

A&T, CIHDER Host All of Us HBCU Road Tour on June 29 to Address Health Disparities

06/25/2024 in College of Health and Human Sciences

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University and its Center of Excellence for Integrative Health Disparities and Equity Research (CIHDER) will host the All of Us HBCU (historically Black college or university) Road Tour on Saturday, June 29, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Room 107 of Frye Hall (formerly the Academic Classroom Building), 1601 E. Market St., Greensboro.

Moore Named CIHDER Executive Director

06/04/2024 in College of Health and Human Sciences

Angelo Moore, Ph.D., has been named executive director of the North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University Center of Excellence for Integrative Health Disparities and Equity Research (CIHDER).

CIHDER Director Moore Receives American Cancer Society DEI Award

05/02/2024 in College of Health and Human Sciences

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University Center of Excellence for Integrative Health Disparities and Equity Research (CIHDER) Executive Director Angelo Moore, Ph.D., has received the American Cancer Society’s Fredda Bryan National Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Award for 2023.

Hairston College to Host Inaugural Health and Human Sciences Week

04/01/2024 in College of Health and Human Sciences

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University’s John R. and Kathy R. Hairston College of Health and Human Sciences will host its inaugural Health and Human Sciences Week from Monday, April 1, through Saturday, April 6.

Doctoral Student Selected for 2023-24 Research Scholar Program

03/26/2024 in College of Health and Human Sciences, Social Work, The Graduate College

Denise Dawson, a fifth-year doctoral student in social work from Cumberland County, North Carolina, has been chosen as a scholar for the 2023-24 All of Us Research Scholar Program.

A&T Wins Approval for Doctor of Nursing Practice Program

02/29/2024 in College of Health and Human Sciences

The University of North Carolina System Board of Governors gave unanimous approval today to a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University.

2023 Articles

A&T Honors Alumni John R. and Kathy R. Hairston at Naming Ceremony

11/21/2023 in University Advancement, Alumni, College of Health and Human Sciences

Family, friends, university faculty and staff gathered for a ribbon-cutting ceremony and luncheon to celebrate the naming of the John R. and Kathy R. College of Health and Human Sciences at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University.

N.C. A&T Professors Receive TMCF Medtronic Research & Development Program Award

10/26/2023 in College of Business and Economics, College of Engineering, College of Health and Human Sciences

Three North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University professors have been selected as recipients of the 2023-24 Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) Medtronic Research & Development Program Award.

Department of Physician Assistant Studies Celebrates National PA Week

10/07/2023 in College of Health and Human Sciences

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University’s Department of Physician Assistant (PA) Studies is celebrating National PA week.

N.C. A&T Appoints Wynn Director of Clinical Education in Hairston College

07/18/2023 in College of Health and Human Sciences

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University has appointed Chileatha Wynn, DMSc, MPAS, PA-C, director of clinical education for its Physician Assistant (PA) Program in the John R. and Kathy R. Hairston College of Health and Human Sciences.

N.C. A&T Appoints Morris Director of Nursing in Hairston College

07/17/2023 in College of Health and Human Sciences

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University has appointed Tiffany Morris, DNP, M.S. Ed., MSN, BSN, director of nursing and Clara Adams Endowed Professor for the School of Nursing in the John R. and Kathy R. Hairston College of Health and Human Sciences, effective July 1.

N.C. A&T’s Hairston College to Host Career Day on April 5

04/04/2023 in College of Health and Human Sciences

The John R. and Kathy R. Hairston College of Health and Human Sciences at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University is hosting a health and human sciences career day Wednesday, April 5, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Deese Ballroom 205 at the Student Center.

N.C. A&T Hosts “Recognizing the Power of Women’s Stories: A Discussion” Today

03/30/2023 in College of Health and Human Sciences

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University’s John R. and Kathy R. Hairston College of Health and Human Sciences, Office of Community Engagement, Office of Intercultural Engagement, Office of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging, and NCAT ADVANCE IT will host a virtual panel discussion, “Recognizing the Power of Women’s Stories: A Discussion,” today, March 30, at 2 p.m. via Zoom at https://ncat.zoom.us/j/99628995300.

N.C. A&T Appoints Burwell Founding Director of Physician Assistant Program

03/10/2023 in College of Health and Human Sciences

Following a national search, North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University has appointed Nicole B. Burwell, Ph.D., PA-C, to serve as founding director of its new physician assistant (PA) program. The UNC System Board of Governors approved the program Oct. 19, 2022.

N.C. A&T, Cone Health Bolster Education, Research, Workforce Development Collaborations

03/02/2023 in Academic Affairs, College of Health and Human Sciences

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University and Cone Health today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that strengthens their partnerships in clinical education, research and strategic workforce development.

Hairston College to Host Student Panel on Black Health on Feb. 27

02/27/2023 in College of Health and Human Sciences

The John R. and Kathy R. Hairston College of Health and Human Sciences at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University is hosting “Black Health: Using our Past to Inform our Future,” a panel discussion in recognition of Black History Month. The event – which is open to faculty, staff and students in all disciplines – will take place Monday, Feb. 27, at 4 p.m. in Academic Classroom Building Room 107.

2022 Articles

A&T Earns Approval to Launch Master's in Physician Assistant Studies

10/20/2022 in Academic Affairs, College of Health and Human Sciences, The Graduate College

The two-year master's program will add significantly to the diversity of the field in North Carolina and beyond.

N.C. A&T Named to Inaugural All of Us Research Academy Cohort

08/10/2022 in College of Health and Human Sciences

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University has been included in the initial cohort of institutional champions for the All of Us Researcher Academy.

N.C. A&T, UNC Receive $4M NIH Award to Boost Diversity in Nutrition, Obesity and Diabetes Research

08/10/2022 in College of Health and Human Sciences

A $4 million grant through the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) – part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) – will help to establish the North Carolina Consortium for Diversity Career Development in Nutrition, Obesity, and Diabetes Research.

N.C. A&T Earns Third Place in COVID-19 Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Challenge

07/22/2022 in Students, College of Health and Human Sciences, College of Science and Technology

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University has been awarded third place and a $10,000 prize in the Four-Year STEM Undergraduate category of the National Science Foundation (NSF)’s Taking Action: COVID-19 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Challenge.

2021 Articles

N.C. A&T Receives NSF Build and Broaden Grant for Speech Science Research

09/23/2021 in College of Health and Human Sciences

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University has received a $320,565 grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) for collaborative research on speech science that could improve the automatic speech recognition systems that are becoming ubiquitous in technology, healthcare and education.

N.C. A&T Appoints Ongeri Interim Hairston College Dean

09/15/2021 in College of Health and Human Sciences

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University announced Elimelda Moige Ongeri, Ph.D., has been appointed interim dean of the John R. and Kathy R. Hairston College of Health and Human Sciences, effective Oct. 1. She succeeds Lenora Campbell, Ph.D., who is retiring after leading the Hairston College for five years.

N.C. A&T’s Ongeri Receives $1.74M NIH Award to Study Diabetic Kidney Disease

06/10/2021 in College of Health and Human Sciences

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) awarded a $1.74 million research grant to study diabetic kidney disease to Elimelda Moige Ongeri, Ph.D., a professor and associate dean for research and innovation at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University.

Aggies Win National 32nd Annual Honda Campus All-Star Challenge

04/21/2021 in College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, College of Engineering, College of Health and Human Sciences

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University emerged as the national champions of the 32nd annual Honda Campus All-Star Challenge (HCASC), with a 70-point lead against Florida A&M. This is the first year the university has laid claim to the title and will receive a $75,000 institutional grant in addition to the championship trophy.

N.C. A&T Advances to Final Four in 32nd Annual Honda Campus All-Star Challenge

04/19/2021 in College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, College of Engineering, College of Health and Human Sciences

An exceptional team representing North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University is advancing to the final four round of the 32nd annual Honda Campus All-Star Challenge (HCASC) following its win against Oakwood University. A&T joins Alabama A&M, Florida A&M and Morehouse University as this year’s semi-finalists and will compete virtually today at 6 p.m.

N.C. A&T College of Health and Human Sciences to Be Named for Hairstons

04/14/2021 in College of Health and Human Sciences

In recognition of their many contributions to their alma mater, North Carolina A&T will name its College of Health and Human Sciences after John R. and Kathy R. Hairston ‘75.

2020 Articles

Addressing Diabetes-associated Health Disparities: A Wake-up Call Amidst the COVID-19 Pandemic

12/22/2020 in College of Health and Human Sciences

According to the Centers for Disease Control, adults living with diabetes are at an increased risk of experiencing severe illness or complications when exposed to COVID-19. The disease is the seventh leading cause of death in the country and disproportionately affects minority ethnic groups and economically disadvantaged populations. Type 2 diabetes is driven by the obesity crisis. Obesity prevalence is especially pronounced in many Southeastern states, including North Carolina. The North Carolina Diabetes Research Center (NCDRC), a consortium comprised of Wake Forest University, UNC-Chapel Hill, North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University and Duke University, hosted a successful virtual workshop for faculty members from academic research institutions in North Carolina and surrounding states during Diabetes Awareness Month. The focus of this year’s workshop was “Addressing Diabetes-related Health Disparities in Light of the COVID-19 Pandemic.” N.C. A&T leads the NCDRC Enrichment Program, which organized the workshop.

Three N.C. A&T Colleges Partner to Establish ‘February One Scholars’ Program

12/21/2020 in Admissions, College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, College of Education, College of Health and Human Sciences

As part of philanthropist MacKenzie Scott’s historic donation to North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, three of the university’s colleges have partnered to provide new full scholarships that will be available to eligible students starting next fall, delivering immediate impact for Scott’s visionary investment.

N.C. A&T Receives $1M through TikTok Health Heroes Relief Fund

12/16/2020 in College of Health and Human Sciences

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University has received $1 million in scholarship funds from TikTok as a continuation of the social media company’s Health Heroes Relief Fund.

N.C. A&T, Cone Health Receive $25,000 to Boost Health Equity

10/22/2020 in College of Health and Human Sciences

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University and Cone Health are among 10 organizations receiving $25,000 for new or ongoing work to address nursing’s role in building health equity and well-being and promoting a culture of heath.

N.C. A&T to Host Virtual Health Equity Symposium, Call for Proposals

10/12/2020 in College of Health and Human Sciences

This year has been rife with tensions and tragedies around race and social justice. Between protests for justice, and the health disparities laid bare by COVID-19, the need to address health and healthcare-related inequalities cannot be overstated. The College of Health and Human Sciences is answering this call by hosting in a two-day virtual symposium on Nov. 12 and Nov. 13 for A&T faculty, staff and students, faith communities in Guilford, Rockingham and Alamance counties, partners at Cone Health and NC Action Coalition, and community members. The goal of this year’s symposium is to generate a robust discussion on prevention, health behaviors, healthcare experiences and best practices for moving forward.

N.C. A&T Receives $300K NSF Award for Building Community Partnerships through Citizen Science

09/07/2020 in Strategic Partnerships and Economic Development, College of Health and Human Sciences

A research team in the College of Health and Human Sciences (CHHS) at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University has won a $300,000 planning grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to bring citizen science to the A&T community.

N.C. A&T Dean Campbell Named to State Health Equity Task Force

07/30/2020 in College of Health and Human Sciences

Lenora R. Campbell, Ph.D., dean of the North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University College of Health and Human Sciences (CHHS), has been named a member of the newly established Andrea Harris Social, Economic, Environmental, and Health Equity Task Force.

N.C. A&T Researchers Receive $200K to Study Psychosocial Determinants of Successful Remote Learning

07/07/2020 in College of Health and Human Sciences

The National Science Foundation (NSF) awarded a $200,000 grant to an interdisciplinary team at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University to study the psychosocial determinants of successful remote learning among students from N.C. A&T and other public HBCUs. The faculty team consists of investigators with complementary expertise: lead principal investigator Adrienne Aiken Morgan, Ph.D. (psychology), Anna Lee, Ph.D. (psychology), Stephanie Teixeira-Poit, Ph.D. (social work and sociology), Jeannette Wade, Ph.D. (social work and sociology), Smriti Shrestha, Ph.D. (statistician, nursing), and Christopher Doss, Ph.D. (electrical and computer engineering).

N.C. A&T, Consortium Partners Awarded $5.7M Diabetes Center Grant

04/28/2020 in College of Health and Human Sciences

The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive Kidney Disease (NIDDK) at the National Institutes of Health awarded $5.7 million to North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University and three North Carolina Diabetes Research Center (NCDRC) consortium partners. The award will support shared technological infrastructure for advancing innovative diabetes research and fostering interinstitutional collaborations in North Carolina.

2019 Articles

N.C. A&T Recognizes Seven Distinguished Alumni during Fall Convocation

10/24/2019 in Academic Affairs, Alumni, College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences, College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, College of Business and Economics, College of Education, College of Engineering, College of Health and Human Sciences, College of Science and Technology

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University celebrated its annual Fall Convocation program Thursday, Oct. 24, in Harrison Auditorium. The program recognized student athletes for their academic and athletic accomplishments and welcomed back alumni for “The Greatest Homecoming on Earth” celebration.

2018 Articles

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2017 Articles

School of Nursing at N.C. A&T to Hold First White Coat Ceremony

05/10/2017 in College of Health and Human Sciences

First-year nursing students at N.C. A&T State University will celebrate their success during the School of Nursing’s first White Coat Ceremony, at 6 p.m., Friday, May 12, in Harrison Auditorium, on the university’s main campus.

N.C. A&T Nursing Graduates Exceed Benchmarks Once Again, Enrollment Swells

02/14/2017 in College of Health and Human Sciences

Recent graduates of the N.C. A&T State University School of Nursing logged a 90 percent pass rate on the most recent licensure and certification exams.