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NCCU will operate under Condition 1 (Reduced Operations) of the Adverse Weather and Emergency Event Policy on Friday, Jan. 10, beginning at noon (12 p.m.), through Saturday, Jan. 11, at 11:59 a.m. As we monitor conditions in and around campus and potential impacts from Duke Energy and other service providers, this Condition 1 could be extended through Saturday, Jan. 11.

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(Left to right) William H. Brown, professor of education, Helen G. Edmonds, dean of graduate studies, Mr. William Jones, university business manager. All three served on interim committee that managed the university after the death of James E. Shepard.

85th Anniversary of Graduate Program in History

The department has been quite successful at preparing its students to complete doctorates elsewhere.

NCCU Center for Entrepreneurship and Economic Development Spotlighted by AACSB for Faculty Entrepreneurship Workshop

The FEC Workshop targets faculty from non-business disciplines, encouraging them to incorporate entrepreneurial concepts into their courses.

NCCU establishes School of Law Commission

The commission is dedicated to enhancing legal education by evaluating ABA standards, admissions, curricula, student support, clinic operations, bar passage rates and career outcomes.

North Carolina Central University to Host 138th Commencement Exercises on Dec. 11

NCCU will host its 138th Commencement Exercises on Saturday, Dec. 11, in McDougald-McLendon Arena and award degrees to approximately 760 graduates.

Earth Sciences Graduate Aims to Improve Sustainable Agriculture in Home Country

Studying the earth and solving environmental issues has always been a dream for North Carolina Central University (NCCU) graduate student Kenmina Devine.

Future Psychology Expert Persists to Obtain Degree

As a youth pastor, Kelvin Nixon Jr. believes that a higher power led him to North Carolina Central University (NCCU).

Nursing Graduate Leans on Mom’s Sacrifices to Cross Finish Line

Mohamed Barrie was only 18 years old when his family left Liberia, West Africa for the United States as refugees. His mother was determined to give him and his siblings a better life.

NCCU School of Law Awarded Grant to Assist Underrepresented Law School Applicants

NCCU School of Law has been awarded a $100,000 grant from the Law School Admission Council to provide historically underrepresented aspiring lawyers the tools needed for law school.

NCCU and Cape Fear Community College Launch New Dual Admissions Partnership

NCCU and Cape Fear Community College signed a Memorandum of Understanding on Nov. 30, 2021, launching a dual admissions partnership between both institutions.

NCCU Art Museum Features 3D and Sculpted Works

NCCU Art Museum currently features 3D and sculpted art works for its exhibit running through Jan. 7, 2022. All works on display are from the museum’s permanent collection.

NCCU Football Game Day Information

NCCU will host its final home football game of the season on Saturday, Nov. 20, 2021, at 2 p.m., against Delaware State University in O’Kelly-Riddick Stadium. Stadium gates will open at 12 p.m.

NCCU School of Business Now Offers Financial Planner Certification Program

NCCU School of Business has expanded its academic offerings with a Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Inc. approved financial planning certification.

Message from the Chancellor: November 16, 2021

As we approach the holiday season and the end of 2021, it is important to celebrate our tremendous accomplishments and reflect on the work underway at NCCU that supports our No. 1—student success.

Message from the NCCU Board of Trustees: November 16, 2021

The NCCU Board of Trustees writes to reaffirm our support and confidence in North Carolina Central University’s Chancellor, Dr. Johnson O. Akinleye.

NCCU Council of Department Chairs Names New Leadership

NCCU Council of Department Chairs has announced that Emmanuel Oritsejafor, professor and chair of Department of Political Science, will begin his term of service as chair of the organization.