Branford Marsalis – a saxophonist, band leader and three-time Grammy winner who has performed or recorded with . . . well, it seems like everyone.
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SPGBK Watches, co-founded by Kwame Molden, is now in over 350 stores, including Nordstrom and Macy’s. Named one of Oprah’s Favorite Things of 2023, the brand has been featured by Good Morning America, Oprah Dai
While 40% of daycare workers are people of color, only 21% are owners.
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COVID-19 continues to be a public health emergency that university officials are monitoring closely. Below are several critical updates and reminders as we begin the spring 2022 semester.
It is with profound sadness that I share news that alumnus and NBA Hall of Famer Sam Jones, ’57, passed away on Thursday, Dec. 30, 2021. Alumnus Jones is heralded as one of the greatest NBA players of all-time.
NCCU is continuing efforts to assist students by allocating approximately $8 million to cover unpaid balances and provide textbooks, e-book vouchers and housing allowances for students with economic need.
NCCU nursing major Ashley Sherman has been recognized for outstanding leadership and service by the North Carolina Campus Compact.
Leonardo Williams, ’05,’15, was recently elected to the Ward III Durham City Council seat. Williams hopes to translate first-hand entrepreneurial experience into positive change for Durham.
NCCU provost and vice chancellor for Academic Affairs, David H. Jackson Jr., Ph.D., was recently named a FAMU National Alumni Association Distinguished Alumni for his influential contributions to education.
Christicel Okeke, the daughter of Nigerian immigrants who desired to provide a better life for their children, always wanted to make her parents proud by applying the education given to her in the U.S.
NCCU is one of three Historically Black Colleges and Universities selected by Cognosante for its new HBCU Partner Alliance.
Joy Clark always aspired to attend law school however her love for math and teaching took her on alternative path. The 2016 presidential election sparked her interest to pursue her ultimate goal – a law degree.
After the birth of Jasmine Pittman’s first son, she sought a career that would provide a flexible schedule. Her interest in computer science, especially the cybersecurity aspect led her to NCCU.
Jailyn Smith will complete her studies at North Carolina Central University and leave with extensive research experiences.
For business graduate Dion Brinson, receiving his degree is a testament to the importance of persevering in the midst of adversity.