Student Engagement and Leadership
The Department of Student Engagement and Leadership provides programs and services that support students' leadership development, cultivate seamless learning experiences and promote engagement in meaningful co-curricular activities.
NCCU Student Center
The NCCU Student Center Events Office is responsible for centralized operational coordination and support of all events held in the NCCU Student Center on the campus of North Carolina Central University (NCCU).
Programs
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Kick off the new academic year with Eagle Mania/Week of Welcome, a week-long experience that provides all students with fun and exciting activities.
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Eagles from all over the world return to “the Nest” for fellowship and to show off their "Eagle Pride, Amplified."
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Rock the Lyceum
This series brings in several of the nation’s top entrepreneurs and thought leaders to engage students in relevant topics in education, entertainment, politics and social justice.
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Spring Fling
At the end of every academic year, the Student Activities Board hosts Spring Fling. Next to Homecoming, this is the greatest social experience you will have at NCCU.
Student Leadership
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The Student Government Association affords students the opportunity to practice self-imposed responsibility and governance while promoting training in self-governance.
![SAB Logo](/sites/default/files/styles/16_9_320x180/public/2023-05/SAB%20logo.jpg?h=93fa4828&itok=Z4_cpKyQ)
From movies, lectures, cultural celebrations, and concerts to comedy shows, cookouts, homecoming, and much more, SAB provides co-curricular activities that enhance the student experience at NCCU.
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Fraternity and Sorority Life
Greek letter organizations at North Carolina Central University develop and maintain membership programs, which complement and strengthen the educational mission of the university.
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NCCU recognizes over 100 student organizations that offer opportunities for a wide range of student interests. All students will have an opportunity to explore their personal interests.
NCCU Student Center Operations
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There are a number of services that are housed in the NCCU Student Center. These services are designed to meet the needs of NCCU scholars while at the Nest.
![nccu building](/sites/default/files/styles/16_9_320x180/public/2023-05/Venues.jpg?h=ba92f19b&itok=OzxXIQ14)
The NCCU Student Center offers a state-of-the-art multipurpose venue for a wide range of events and activities.
Meet Our Staff
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Blanding, Jarvis I
Student Center Operations Coordinator
Student Engagement and Leadership
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Davis, Heather
Executive Director of Student Engagement and Leadership
Student Engagement and Leadership
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Johnson, Paige
Assistant Director for Student Center Operations
Student Leadership and Engagement
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Searcy, Jamaal L
SGA & Special Programs Coordinator
Student Engagement and Leadership
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Stewart, Darren J
Technical Support Specialist
Student Engagement and Leadership
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Tindal, Jamie K
Event Coordinator
Student Engagement and Leadership
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Williams, Kent A
Assistant Director
Student Engagement and Leadership
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York, Marquise A
Coordinator of Student Activities
Student Engagement & Leadership