The new commencement date is December 13, 2024.
North Carolina Central University’s (NCCU) 144th Commencement Exercises will be held in McDougald-McLendon Arena on Friday, December 13, 2024, at 9 a.m. (graduate and professional) and 2 p.m. (baccalaureate).
Both ceremonies will be streamed on NCCU’s YouTube channel and the university’s website.
Congratulations on your candidacy for graduation! Please check out the graduation checklist and FAQs to help you prepare for a memorable event.
All attendees of the 144th Commencement Exercises must adhere to the Department of Athletics’ clear bag policy. All permissible bags will be checked upon entry into the arena. All bags must be clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC and less than 12" x 12"x 6" — exceptions will be made for medical and baby needs. Small wristlets/clutches (less than 4.5" x 6.5" x 1") with or without a strap are permitted.
The baccalaureate and graduate and professional ceremonies will take place at the McDougald-McLendon Arena on Friday, December 13, 2024.
The graduate and professional ceremony will begin at 9 a.m. Graduating students are advised to arrive by 7 a.m. for line-up in the arena.
The baccalaureate ceremony will begin at 2 p.m. Graduating students are advised to arrive by 12 p.m. for line-up in the arena.
Simulcast Viewing Sites for the Ceremonies:
NCCU Student Center (500 Nelson St.)
Nursing Building Auditorium (1402 S. Alston Ave.)
Miller-Morgan Health Sciences Building Auditorium (530 Nelson St.)
H.M. Michaux Jr. School of Education Building Auditorium (700 Cecil St.)
Albert L. Turner Law Building, Room 100 (640 Nelson St.)
Chancellor Karen G. Dixon cordially invites you to attend:
Chancellor's Reception for Graduating Students and Their Families
December 12, 2024, 12–3 p.m.
NCCU Student Center
If you or your guest(s) need seating accommodations for the Fall 2024 Commencement Ceremonies, please complete the Fall 2024 Commencement Accommodation Registration Form by Nov. 22, 2024.
Guests requiring wheelchair or mobility-accessible seating will be placed on the bottom floor behind the graduate seating area. If ADA seating becomes unavailable, guests with accommodations may be relocated to a virtual viewing area.
For any additional questions or concerns regarding accommodations, please contact the Office of Student Accessibility Services (SAS) at 919-530-6325 or [email protected].
Kwame Molden, co-founder and president of SPGBK Watches, known for stylish and impactful designs, will keynote NCCU’s 144th Commencement on Friday, Dec. 13, at the McDougald-McLendon Arena.