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2026 Articles

In Their Own Words: A&T Grads Share their "Journey to the Degree"

05/05/2026 in Student Affairs, Students

HBCU Health Equity Data Consortium at A&T Secures $1.86M in Awards

04/22/2026 in Research, Student Affairs, Community Engagement, Innovation Station

The HBCU Health Equity Data Consortium, housed at A&T, has secured $1.86 million to improve public health, support data modernization workforce development, and mitigate health disparities.

2025 Articles

Hairston '09, '17 Receives Erskine B. Bowles Staff Service Award

11/20/2025 in Student Affairs, Alumni, Staff

Assistant Director of Student Activities Veronica Hairston ‘09, ‘17, has received the Erskine B. Bowles Staff Service Award, one of the highest honors presented to employees across the UNC System.

A&T Doubles Down on Student Success with $30M in Campus Housing Enhancements

08/13/2025 in Student Affairs, Business and Finance

Student Affairs leadership today announced the successful completion of $30 million in student residence improvements, just days before the launch of the 2025-26 academic year.

Catching Named to Executive Leadership Institute’s Sixth Cohort

08/08/2025 in Student Affairs

Christopher C. Catching, Ed.D., is among 36 UNC System representatives selected to participate in its sixth Executive Leadership Institute cohort.

Webb Receives Howell Award for Promoting Diversity

06/24/2025 in Student Affairs

Padonda B. Webb ‘03, DNP, FNP-BC, is the 2025 recipient of the Hannibal E. Howell Jr. Award for Promoting Diversity in College Health.

A&T Vice Chancellor Receives Rutgers Distinguished Leader in Education Award

05/23/2025 in Student Affairs

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs Christopher C. Catching, Ed.D., received the Distinguished Leader in Education Award from Rutgers University’s Graduate School of Education (GSE) during its spring 2025 convocation.

A&T Leads Initiative to Boost N.C. Data Scientist Workforce with $1.03M Award

04/07/2025 in Strategic Partnerships and Economic Development, Student Affairs

The state Division of Public Health awarded A&T $1.03 million to address data modernization workforce needs.

N.C. A&T Honors NASA Astronaut and Physicist McNair ‘71 with Fair, Luncheon

01/22/2025 in Academic Affairs, Student Affairs

Catching Named Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs

01/15/2025 in Student Affairs

Christopher C. Catching, Ed.D., has been named vice chancellor for Student Affairs for North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University.

2024 Articles

Aggies Care: A&T Pitches In For Ongoing Hurricane Helene Recovery

10/14/2024 in Student Affairs, Business and Finance, Human Resources, Students

Students and employees have gathered donations and given of their time and talents over the past two weeks. A&T is also helping affected students and employees.

OLCE Earns Recognition for Nonpartisan Student Voter Engagement, Registration and Turnout

10/07/2024 in Student Affairs

N.C. A&T Charts New Enrollment Record: 14,311

09/06/2024 in Admissions, Student Affairs, Alumni, Students, Honors College, The Graduate College

Significant growth in graduate enrollment and in student persistence helped A&T enroll the largest HBCU student body ever.

Krueger Named A&T Student Affairs Executive Director for Administration

09/06/2024 in Student Affairs

A finance and accounting professional with more than 25 years of experience has been named executive director for Administration in the North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University Division of Student Affairs, effective Aug. 19.

Wall Street Journal: A&T is No. 1 Public HBCU In America

09/06/2024 in Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, Alumni, Students

The venerable news outlet chose America's top 500 universities based on "how well each sets graduates up for financial success."

A&T Selected for Latest Student Success Equity Intensive Program Cohort

07/19/2024 in Student Affairs

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University is among the eight new member institutions the American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU) has selected to participate in the Student Success Equity Intensive (SSEI).

A&T Names Haynes Director of Counseling Services

07/17/2024 in Student Affairs

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University has named Jeffery Haynes, Ph.D., director of Counseling Services, effective July 1.

Webb Appointed Assistant Vice Chancellor of Health and Wellness

03/13/2024 in Student Affairs

Padonda B. Webb ‘03, DNP, FNP-BC, has been appointed assistant vice chancellor of Health and Wellness in North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University’s Division of Student Affairs, Melody Pierce, Ph.D., vice chancellor for Student Affairs, announced today.

A&T Breaks Ground for Bluford Residence Hall

02/23/2024 in Student Affairs, Business and Finance, Students

Local dignitaries joined North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University leaders – including many students – to officially break ground Thursday, Feb. 22, for Bluford Residence Hall, the university’s first new dormitory in nearly two decades.

A&T to Debut Esports Lab on Wednesday, Feb. 7

02/05/2024 in Student Affairs, Business and Finance

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University will debut its Esports Lab on Wednesday, Feb. 7, from 3 to 6 p.m. in Room 222 of the Student Center, 1403 John W. Mitchell Drive, Greensboro.

N.C. A&T Celebrates “Strength in Our Unity” on 64th Anniversary of Sit-In

02/01/2024 in Student Affairs, Alumni

The university community and many supporters beyond honored four A&T teens who made history in 1960 when they sat down so others could rise up.

N.C. A&T to Honor and Celebrate Late Astronaut, Physicist and Alumnus Ronald McNair

01/24/2024 in Student Affairs, Alumni

N.C. A&T will celebrate alumnus Ronald E. McNair.

2023 Articles

A&T Alum Shines in Final Scene of Reimagined Movie Musical, “The Color Purple”

12/22/2023 in Student Affairs, Alumni, College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences

When Aggies hit the movie theaters this holiday season, they'll see a familiar face in the film's final scene: A former Mr. A&T, Reginald Johnson.

Journey to the Degree: Fall 2023 Graduates Share Their N.C. A&T Stories

12/11/2023 in Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, Students

Soon-to-be N.C. A&T graduates share their road to commencement story.

N.C. A&T Inducts Students into Alpha Sigma Lambda Honor Society, Charters New Chapter

09/28/2023 in Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, Students

Chapter chartered and students inducted in honor society.

Morris Appointed Interim Director of Counseling Services at A&T

09/27/2023 in Student Affairs

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs Melody Pierce, Ph.D., announces the appointment of Edward Morris, Ph.D., as interim director of counseling services.

N.C. A&T’s Blue and Gold Marching Machine to Perform at 2024 Tournament of Roses Parade

09/19/2023 in Student Affairs, Students

The BGMM has been selected for the 2024 Tournament of Roses Parade.

Vice President Harris Urges A&T Students to Realize Their Voting Power

09/15/2023 in Student Affairs

Vice President Kamala Harris, who made history as the first woman and first historically Black college or university (HBCU) graduate to hold that role, paid a visit Friday, Sept. 15, to North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, America’s largest HBCU.

Vice President Harris, EPA Administrator Regan to Visit A&T Sept. 15

09/14/2023 in Student Affairs

The stop is part of Harris' "Fighting For Our Freedoms" college tour, which will see the history-making vice president speak on campuses across the United States.

49th Fall Career Fair at N.C. A&T Set for Sept. 13; More than 400 Employers Expected

09/11/2023 in Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, Alumni, Students

The 49th Fall Career Fair will be held Sept. 13.

N.C. A&T Opens University Student Success Office

09/08/2023 in Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, Students

The new office has a holistic focus on enhancing students' personal, academic and professional development.

Coca-Cola Becomes Official Soft Drink of A&T

08/24/2023 in Student Affairs, Business and Finance

Starting this academic year, North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University students, faculty and fans will be sharing a Coke on campus and at athletic events.

Rev. Al Sharpton Appearance Date Changed, Moved to New Location

01/13/2023 in Student Affairs

Scheduling difficulties prompted the International Civil Rights Center and Museum to reschedule the event for Jan. 31 at a location to be announced.

N.C. A&T, UNCG, Guilford College & GTCC to Host 11th Annual Joint MLK Celebration on Jan. 18

01/10/2023 in Student Affairs

N.C. A&T, UNCG, Guilford College and GTCC will host the joint celebration.

N.C. A&T Honors A&T Four with 63rd Sit-in Anniversary Celebration on Feb. 1

01/09/2023 in Student Affairs, Alumni

N.C. A&T will host the 63rd Feb. One Anniversary Sit-in Celebration.

2022 Articles

TRIO Programs at N.C. A&T Receives Dept. of Ed Grants Totaling Nearly $7M

11/30/2022 in Student Affairs

TRiO Programs at N.C. A&T recently received nearly $7 million in grants and federal student aid.

Counseling Services Dept. at N.C. A&T Partners with The Hartford and NAMI to Host “Real Talk” Mental Health Discussion

11/09/2022 in Student Affairs

The department of Counseling Services at N.C. A&T will host the free panel discussion and dialogue, “Real Talk” about mental health.

N.C. A&T’s Famous Blue and Gold Marching Machine to Perform at Detroit Lions’ Season Opener

08/31/2022 in Student Affairs, Students

The BGMM will perform at the Detroit Lion Season Opener.

N.C. A&T, UNCG and Guilford College to Host Joint Juneteenth Celebration

06/16/2022 in Student Affairs

N.C. A&T, UNCG and Guilford College will host two Juneteenth activities and events.

Spring 2022 Graduates Share Their ‘Journey to the Degree’ at N.C. A&T

05/11/2022 in Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, Students

The journey has been great for many N.C. A&T students and these soon-to-be alumni share their stories of perseverance, dedication, scholarship and innovation.

N.C. A&T’s Mister and Miss Make History, Represent HBCUs as 94th Academy Award Presenters

03/25/2022 in Student Affairs, Students

N.C. A&T's Mister and Miss will take the grand stage, March 27, 2022, at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood as Academy Award presenters.

A&T Joins Colonial Athletic Association on Unanimous Vote

02/18/2022 in Student Affairs, Alumni, Athletics

N.C. A&T teams will begin competing in the new athletics conference after July 1, 2022, with football following a year later. A&T leaders hailed the move as a major step forward.

Conference Change? Aggies Consider the CAA

02/17/2022 in Student Affairs, Alumni, Athletics

The North Carolina A&T Board of Trustees Executive Committee voted unanimously Thursday to support a proposal to move to the Colonial Athletics Association. The full board will take up the matter Friday.

N.C. A&T’s Blue and Gold Marching Machine Holds Spot as No. 1 HBCU Band for 3rd Year

02/13/2022 in Student Affairs, College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences

The fabulous BGMM at N.C. A&T was recently crowned the 2021 HBCU Band of the Year.

N.C. A&T to Observe 62nd Sit-In Anniversary with Breakfast Celebration Feb. 1

01/31/2022 in Student Affairs, Alumni

N.C. A&T will celebrate the 62nd anniversary of the A&T Four’s peaceful Feb. 1 sit-in at Woolworth’s Department Store with N.C. Supreme Court Associate Justice Anita Earls.

N.C. A&T Honors Late Alumnus and NASA Astronaut Ronald McNair in Annual Celebration

01/25/2022 in Student Affairs, Alumni

N.C. A&T will celebrate the life and legacy of alumnus Ronald E. McNair ‘71, Jan. 28, 2022, at noon, virtually. Free online registration is required.

A&T, UNCG, Guilford College, GTCC to Host MLK Celebration

01/24/2022 in Student Affairs, Students

A&T, UNCG, Guilford College and GTCC will jointly to present the 10th annual Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration on Wednesday, Jan. 26, at 6 p.m. The virtual event is free and open to the public, and it will be accessible via https://bit.ly/NCATJointMLKProg.

2021 Articles

Nominations Sought for 2022 N.C. A&T Human Rights Medal

11/12/2021 in Student Affairs, Alumni

Nominations for the 2022 Human Rights Medal awarded by North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University are being accepted through Monday, Dec. 6.

A&T Launches 'AMP-UP' With Major Mobilization of Apple Technology

11/04/2021 in Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, Students

A&T is launching an $8M technology investment in collaboration with Apple in support of a new initiative: the Aggie Mobile Program - Unlimited Possibilities.

Prospective Students Apply to N.C. A&T Free Oct. 18 -22 for N.C. Countdown to College Week

10/18/2021 in Admissions, Student Affairs, Students

N.C. high school seniors and community college students have the opportunity to apply for admission to N.C. A&T free of charge this week, Oct. 18-22, during the annual North Carolina Countdown to College Week.

Entertainer Nick Cannon and Partners to Pay off A&T Student’s Debt Upon Graduation

10/01/2021 in Student Affairs, Students, College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences

Senior, journalism and mass communication student at N.C. A&T, Christian “CDK on the Mic” Kornegay was recently surprised by entertainer, Nick Cannon, who will assist with paying off Kornegay’s student loan debt upon his graduation.

N.C. A&T Selects Stevenson’s “Just Mercy” as 2021 Text-in-Community Read

09/10/2021 in Student Affairs, College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University’s Text-in-Community (TIC) program has selected attorney and best-selling author Bryan Stevenson’s “Just Mercy: A Story of Justice and Redemption” as the campus read for the 2021-22 academic year.

N.C. A&T Announces Safety Protocols and Modifications for The Greatest Homecoming on Earth

09/08/2021 in Student Affairs, Alumni, Athletics

With planning for the Greatest Homecoming on Earth underway, N.C. A&T has updated safety guidelines for all outdoor and indoor events.

Degree Completion Program at N.C. A&T Sees Growth, Opens Doors for Long-time Stop-Outs

06/21/2021 in Academic Affairs, Student Affairs

The AGL program at N.C. A&T has experienced phenomenal growth since its inception in 2016. The online degree completion program continues to be a source of alternative degree obtainment.

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.

The Brick-and-Mortar Legacies of Four Leading Women

03/31/2021 in Academic Affairs, Student Affairs

Four N.C. A&T buildings bear the names of important Aggie women. As part of Women's History Month, take a moment to learn their stories.

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.

N.C. A&T Drum Major Performs During Super Bowl Halftime Show

02/15/2021 in Student Affairs

Bentley Tanner, a junior studying information technology at N.C. A&T stunned social media on Sunday, Feb. 7, when he posted that he was one of the performers during the Pepsi Super Bowl LV Halftime Show featuring The Weeknd.

N.C. Supreme Court Justice Earls Receives N.C. A&T Human Rights Medal

02/01/2021 in Student Affairs, Alumni

N.C. A&T has awarded the 2021 Human Rights Medal to North Carolina Supreme Court Justice Anita Earls.

N.C. A&T to Honor Late NASA Astronaut Ronald McNair in 35th Celebration

01/27/2021 in Student Affairs, Alumni

N.C. A&T will honor the life and legacy of alumnus Ronald E. McNair in the 35th commemorative celebration: “The Future of Space Exploration and Security.” The virtual event will take place Thursday, Jan. 28, at noon, via live stream. Registration is required.

N.C. A&T, UNCG, Guilford College to host virtual MLK Celebration on Jan. 27

01/21/2021 in Student Affairs

N.C. A&T, UNCG and Guilford College are teaming up to present the 9th annual Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration on Wednesday, Jan. 27, at 6 p.m. EST via Zoom.

2020 Articles

N.C. A&T to Host Virtual Celebration of Fall Class of 2020

12/07/2020 in Academic Affairs, Student Affairs

N.C. A&T will premiere a video celebration of fall 2020 graduates, Saturday, Dec. 12, noon, via YouTube and Facebook Live.

N.C. A&T Receives First-Gen Forward Designation

07/24/2020 in Student Affairs

N.C. A&T recently received designation as a First-gen Forward institution as part of The Center for First-generation Student Success 2020-21 cohort of First-gen Forward Institutions.

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.

N.C. A&T Cancels 2020 Homecoming Celebration

06/18/2020 in Student Affairs, Alumni, Athletics

In response to health and safety concerns relating to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, N.C. A&T will forgo all in-person homecoming activities for the 2020-21 academic year with the exception of the football game this fall.

Summer Series on Social Justice to be Hosted by N.C. A&T

06/18/2020 in Student Affairs

The Division of Student Affairs at N.C. A&T will host a virtual summer series on social justice, beginning Tuesday, June 23, at 6 p.m., to help students cope with the internal and external grief they may be experiencing and provide steps to move forward and evoke change in the world.

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.

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

05/18/2020 in Admissions, Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, 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 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.

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.

2019 Articles

Aggies Bring Service to Bowl Weekend

12/20/2019 in Student Affairs, Athletics

Four Aggie football players made their way to Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta - Hughes Spalding Children’s Hospital to spread some holiday cheer and positive vibes.

Political Science Student at N.C. A&T Receives NC Campus Compact Award

12/06/2019 in Student Affairs, Students, Community and Rural Development, College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences

Brenda Caldwell, a junior at N.C. A&T, has recently been honored for community service and selected to receive the North Carolina Campus Compact Community Impact Student Award.

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.

Theatre Program At N.C. A&T Presents Shakespeare's The Taming Of The Shrew

02/14/2019 in Student Affairs, College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences

EAST, GREENSBORO, N.C. (Feb. 14, 2019) – Beginning Thursday, Feb. 14, the Theatre Arts Program at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University will present Shakespeare’s “The Taming of the Shrew.”

N.C. A&T Assistant Band Director to Compose for 2019 Rose Parade

01/30/2019 in Student Affairs, Students

EAST GREENSBORO, N.C. (Dec. 14, 2018) - North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University's Lamon Lawhorn will create the beats for a 60-member HBCU drumline at the 2019 Tournament of Roses Parade on New Year's Day.

2018 Articles

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2017 Articles

UNCG and N.C. A&T to host 5th annual joint Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration

01/11/2017 in Student Affairs

The University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG) and North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University (N.C. A&T) are partnering to host the 5th annual joint Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration on Wednesday, Jan. 18th