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NCCU Designated 2025-26 Voter-Friendly Campus

The national recognition highlights colleges and universities that actively empower students to register, engage and participate in elections.

NCCU to Celebrate Scholars at Annual Honors Convocation

Ajamu Dillahunt-Holloway, Ph.D., '19, an assistant professor of African American history and public history at North Carolina State University, will deliver the keynote address.

National Security Expert Joins NCCU’s Institute of Homeland Security and Emergency Management

Julian Muhammad, Ph.D., will serve as a senior fellow, advancing research in crisis response, cybersecurity and disaster preparedness.

New School of Business Program Focuses on Financial Literacy

NCCU School of Business has partnered with the Society for Financial Education and Professional Development to launch a financial literacy program.

Entrepreneurs Featured in Panel Discussion

The spirit of entrepreneurship descended upon NCCU for the annual "How I Started My Business" panel discussion..

NCCU's School of Business Appoints New MBA Director

NCCU's School of Business has appointed Deirdre Guion Peoples, Ph.D., as director of the Master of Business Administration program.

Message from Chancellor Johnson O. Akinleye: Passing of an Eagle, Ms. Sylvia Annette Rice

North Carolina Central University mourns the loss of senior nursing major Sylvia Annette Rice.

New Passport Office Opens World of Opportunities for NCCU Community

A new full-service U.S. Passport Office was opened Feb. 24 on the campus of North Carolina Central University to meet the travel needs of the Central Durham community.

NCCU’s Department of History Lecture to Feature Howard University Professor, March. 20

The Department of History will host a lecture featuring Thomas A. Foster, Ph.D., professor of history and associate dean for faculty affairs in the College of Arts and Sciences at Howard University.

Message from the Chancellor: Fallen Eagle Trevor VanDyke

North Carolina Central University mourns the loss of first-year student Trevor VanDyke.

Alumnus Lynn E. Roberts III Named to National Black Lawyers Top 40 Under 40

NCCU School of Law alumnus Lynn E. Roberts III,’14, can now add a National Black Lawyers Top 40 Under 40 award to his list of accomplishments.

Important Update Regarding Novel Coronavirus Outbreak and Travel (February 29, 2020)

North Carolina Central University administrators continue to monitor the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak closely, both globally and within the United States.

Rae and Audwin Helton Earmark Gift to NCCU Foundation’s Charitable Remainder Unitrust

A generous gift from two alumni business owners has marked the first time NCCU has benefitted from a new investment vehicle that provides tax benefits and income for donors.

Couple Establishes Endowment Scholarship Fund to Support Education

Alumni Dr. William “Bill” McNeal and wife, Nata Fayette “Faye” McNeal, understand the importance of a high-quality education. Learn more about their philanthropic efforts in support of their alma mater.