Now 53 and having earned three college degrees, Shearin is asked what he thinks about that high school counselor who declared him “not college material.”
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“I usually don’t sit at a computer for 24 hours,” Nadeem said. “You have a first time for everything.”
CURiO Brands chairwoman and WNBA owner Anne Sempowski Ward and former NFL fullback-turned-finance leader Rob Robertson will keynote NCCU’s 146th Commencement, inspiring graduates with stories of resilience.
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NCCU's Board of Trustees to participate in the Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2025, workshop held at the Arena Club at the Lenovo Center in Raleigh
The Executive Personnel Committee will meet on Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2025, at 10 a.m., via video conference call
NCCU faculty are advancing innovation through IAIER’s Seed Grant Program, designed to strengthen AI research across disciplines.
Blending mentorship, applied learning, and collaboration, IAIER’s new program connects NCCU students, faculty, and staff to shape the future of AI together.
Panels and discussions will feature national thought leaders providing real-world perspectives.
Individuals with mild hearing loss are twice as likely to develop dementia as those with normal hearing.
The Collegiate Hunger Challenge, Sept. 8–Dec. 19, powered by Food Lion Feeds and NC Campus Engagement, rallies students to host food drives, events and campaigns to fight food insecurity.
Today, we pause to remember and honor the life of Jessica Nelson, a junior in our online business administration program, who passed away on Tuesday, Sept. 23.
NCCU’s Ultimate Homecoming Experience returns Oct. 17–25 with a week of tradition, pride and star-powered events, including concerts, comedy, reunions, the big game and more unforgettable moments!
North Carolina Central University is making history as one of the first HBCUs to require AI training for all freshmen.
Kristy Caldwell, Ed.D., NCCU business officer, has been selected for the 2025-26 NACUBO Emerging Leaders Program, recognizing rising higher education finance and administration leaders nationwide.
About 90% of theatre graduates either work in the field or go to graduate school.