A&T Announcements - Sept. 2, 2024
Save the Date: Chancellor’s Listening Sessions
Listening Sessions with Chancellor James R. Martin II will be held the second week in September. Refreshments will be provided.
Students
Date: Sept. 9 7-8 p.m.
Location: Alumni-Foundation Event Center (Middle Ballroom)
Staff
Date: Sept. 13 10-11 a.m.
Location: Alumni-Foundation Event Center (Pride 103 and Gold 104)
Faculty and administrators
Date: Sept. 13 3-4 p.m.
Location: Alumni-Foundation Event Center (Pride 103 and Gold 104)
Open Educational Resources: Syllabi Library
F.D. Bluford Library has created an online collection of syllabi that utilize open educational resources or low-cost text books (under $25). Anyone is welcome to use these syllabi for their courses as an inspiration for their future classes.
If you would like a librarian to review your syllabus for OER conversion or if you have a syllabus that uses OER and low-cost text books, please email our Electronic Resources Librarian, Franklin Robinson: fcrobins@ncat.edu.
Steppingblocks – Career Outcomes Tool
You are invited to a live demonstration of Steppingblocks, our new career outcomes platform. The innovative tool is designed to provide valuable insights into the career outcomes of our graduates, helping us better support current and future students in their professional journeys. Join us for an interactive session where we will explore the platform's features, including data analytics, career path visualization, and alumni success stories.
Register to attend one of the upcoming sessions:
• Tuesday, Aug. 27 at 3 p.m. Register here.
• Friday, Sept. 6 at 9 a.m. Register here.
• Monday, Sept. 16 at 1 p.m. Register here.
• Thursday, Sept. 26 at 3 p.m. Register here.
Student Center and Campus Recreation Center Fall 2024 Schedule
Student Center
Saturday, Aug. 17 8 a.m. – 11 p.m.
Effective Sunday, Aug. 18
Monday – Friday 7 a.m. to 12 a.m.
Saturday 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Sunday noon to 11 p.m.
Campus Recreation Center
Effective Wednesday, Aug. 21
Monday – Thursday 6 a.m. to 12 a.m.
Friday 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Saturday 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Sunday 2-9 p.m.
SAFE Zone Ally Development Fall 2024 Trainings
The Office of Intercultural Engagement/LGBTA Resource Center will offer SAFE Zone Development Ally Training for Fall 2024. This training is in-person and virtually for students, faculty, staff and administrators. This training is free to attend and registration is required. Contact Gerald Spates gspates@ncat.edu.
In-person trainings:
Sept. 18 10 a.m. to noon
Oct. 16 10 a.m. to noon
Nov. 20 10 a.m. to noon
Register here.
Virtual trainings:
Sept. 27 1 p.m. Register here.
Nov. 5 11 a.m. Register here.
Seeking Passionate Advisors for N.C. A&T's Registered Student Organizations
We are seeking dedicated individuals to serve as advisors for our registered student organizations at NCAT. Advisors play a crucial role in guiding and mentoring student leaders, enhancing their collegiate experience, and fostering a vibrant campus community. If you are passionate about student development and want to make a meaningful impact, please complete this form for more details on how to get involved. This is an excellent opportunity to develop professionally, network with diverse groups, and contribute to the dynamic life at N.C. A&T.
Click here to complete the form.
N.C. A&T Becomes Member of NCFDD
As we begin the new semester, we wanted to remind you that North Carolina A&T State University has joined NCFDD as an Institutional Member. The NCFDD is an independent faculty development center dedicated to supporting academics in making successful transitions throughout their careers, and the Institutional Membership provides all faculty, postdocs, and graduate students with access to NCFDD’s member resources.
As an institutional member, you have access to the following resources at no cost to you:
The weekly Monday Motivator email
Monthly Core Curriculum webinars
Guest Expert Webinars and Multi-Week Skill-Building Courses
Hidden Handbook series
Dissertation Success Curriculum for advanced graduate students
14-Day Writing Challenges
Discussion Forum for peer-mentoring and problem-solving
Monthly accountability buddy matches, by request
Complete library of previous webinars and multi-week course recordings
We encourage you to claim your membership by registering. Once you complete the registration process and receive the “welcome email” from NCFDD, you can register for an upcoming training, including title of upcoming training or title of upcoming training.
We’re excited to offer our faculty, postdocs and graduate students the opportunity to participate in NCFDD’s unique form of mentoring and career development. If you have any questions or comments about the membership, please contact Dr. Craig Rhodes, AVP for Faculty Affairs at rhodesc@ncat.edu. If you have any technical questions, please email NCFDD at membership@ncfdd.org.
Student Conduct Hearing Panelist
The Office of Student Conduct would like to thank all faculty and staff who have participated on our student conduct hearing panel in the past. As we are gearing up for the new academic year we are inviting any faculty or staff to be a part of our panel this year for upcoming conduct hearings. When hearings are scheduled they are on Tuesdays and Thursdays either 10 a.m. or 2 p.m. You would know hearing dates in advance and are able to accept or decline the invitation. If you are interested, please email ncatdos@ncat.edu.
International Engagement Survey – Aug. 26- Sept. 26
The Office of International Affairs is seeking your valuable input on international experiences for faculty and staff, as well as your feedback on international engagement at North Carolina A&T State University. The survey will be open from Aug. 26 to Sept. 26, 2024. Your feedback is crucial in enhancing our international programs and ensuring a diverse and globally engaged campus community. Thank you for your participation and for making N.C. A&T a vibrant and internationally connected university!
Ready to Make a Difference? Become a Student Organization Advisor Today!
Are you passionate about student development and eager to impact our campus community? Becoming a Registered Student Organization (RSO) Advisor is your chance to do just that! Join us in guiding and inspiring the next generation of leaders while enjoying these fantastic benefits:
-Personal Growth: Enhance your leadership and mentoring skills as you support and guide student leaders through their journey.
-Professional Development: Access exclusive training and development opportunities tailored to enhance your advisor skills and expertise.
-Innovation & Creativity: Contribute to dynamic projects and events that foster creativity, collaboration, and personal growth among students.
-Networking Opportunities: Connect with fellow faculty, staff, and students, expanding your professional network and building meaningful relationships.
Fill out this form.
2025 Open Enrollment Informational Sessions – Aug. 12-29
Save the Date! The 2025 State Health Plan Open Enrollment begins Sept. 30 and runs through Oct. 25, 2024. All benefits are effective Jan. 1, 2025. With the transition to Aetna, it is crucial for all employees to stay informed and updated. Let us help you get ready!
The Benefits Department will launch a series of informational sessions to cover what's new with the State Health Plan and how to navigate the benefits portal to locate your Primary Care Physician (PCP). These sessions will be held from Aug. 12 to Aug. 29, every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, with sessions at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. via this Zoom link.
These trainings will be offered as webinars, allowing you to join from the comfort of your desk. We look forward to your participation.
Staff Fitness Class – Mondays and Wednesdays
Get ready to shake, shimmy, and sculpt those muscles at our Legs, Buns, & Abs class! Join us every Monday and Wednesday from 5:30pm to 6:30pm for a fun-filled hour of fitness that will have you feeling fabulous. Location in the Alvin V. Blount Jr. Student Health Center, Multipurpose Room 105A. Don't miss out—let's sweat it out together!
2025 Open Enrollment Information – Sept. 30 – Oct. 25
Starting Jan. 1, 2025, we're switching State Health Plan Third-Party Administrator (TPA) services from Blue Cross NC to Aetna. We look forward to enhanced benefits that Aetna will offer our employees. Aetna stands ready to serve our employees and is working hard to make the transition as seamless as possible.
For 2025, the State Health Plan will continue to offer two Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) plans, the Base PPO Plan (70/30) and the Enhanced PPO Plan (80/20). There are no benefits changes and copays and deductibles are staying the same.
ACTION REQUIRED! All employees will be automatically enrolled in the Base PPO Plan (70/30), which will have an $85 subscriber-only premium. You can reduce this premium by $60 to a $25 subscriber-only premium by completing the tobacco attestation.
Employees who wish to enroll in the Enhanced PPO Plan (80/20) or who wish to reduce their monthly premium in either the Enhanced PPO Plan (80/20) or the Base PPO Plan (70/30) by completing the tobacco attestation MUST TAKE ACTION during Open Enrollment, which is Sept. 30 - Oct. 25, 2024.
During Open Enrollment, all employees will need to RE-SELECT a Primary Care Provider (PCP) in order to continue to enjoy lower copays when visiting that provider in 2025. Employees will do this during the Open Enrollment online process in eBenefits, the Plan's enrollment system. Newly hired employees as of September will need to select a PCP for BCBS and one for Aetna during their benefit elections for 2024 and 2025.
Important Highlights About Your 2025 Benefits
- Navigate to this site to determine if your doctor is in the Aetna network.
- No premium increases for the 7th year in a row with no increase in copays or deductibles!
-Same plan options [Base PPO Plan (70/30) and Enhanced PPO Plan (80/20)]
-No benefit changes
-No premium increases
-New TPA
-New ID Card
-New expanded disease and case management programs
-New 24/7 Nurse Line
-New virtual care services through Teladoc
-New LifeMart discount program
-The formulary (drug list), which determines what medications are covered and what tier they fall under, changes on a quarterly basis, so there is a possibility that you
will have changes in your prescription coverage in 2025. Please refer to your Benefit Book for full coverage details.
-Employees who select a Clear Pricing Project Provider as their Primary Care ------Provider will continue to enjoy a $0 copay!
-Employees will continue to enjoy a reduced copay when visiting a Clear Pricing Project Specialist!
-Preferred and non-preferred insulin continues to have a $0 copay for a 30-day supply!
-Preventive Services remain covered at 100% – no copay or deductible – on either plan!
Any questions, please contact the Benefits Department.
Employees Can Get a Head Start on the 2025 Open Enrollment
Employees who are tobacco users and want to earn their monthly premium credit for 2025 don’t have to wait until Open Enrollment this fall. You can take action now to save money throughout 2025!
Starting July 1, 2024, tobacco users can attend a tobacco cessation counseling session at their Primary Care Provider’s (PCP) office for FREE to earn a lower premium for 2025. They have until November 30, 2024, to take action. (Note: If employees combine their tobacco cessation visit with another service, there may be a copay.) This convenient employee option means there’s no need to wait for Open Enrollment in October to secure their monthly premium credit for 2025.
How it works:
•After employees visit a PCP for their tobacco cessation session, the provider will submit a claim on their behalf. To ensure they receive credit for their visit, employees can upload their office visit summary to the “Document Center” located in eBenefits, the State Health Plan’s enrollment system. They should make sure to request a copy of their summary during their visit.
•This action is ONLY for tobacco users who want to reduce their monthly premium by $60 per month in 2025. If employees are NOT tobacco users, they will simply attest to that online during Open Enrollment, Sept. 30 - Oct. 25, 2024.
•During Open Enrollment, they will need to attest during the online enrollment process. This step is critical to ensure employees receive the lower premium for 2025.
•This month, employees who took no action on tobacco attestation last year will receive a postcard reminder regarding 2025 Open Enrollment.
Benefits Department
The University Writing Center is Hiring Writing Consultants
The University Writing Center is hiring undergraduate and graduate students for Writing Consultant positions for the fall 2024 semester. If you enjoy supporting others with their writing, join our team. As a writing consultant, you will assist your peers, improve your own writing skills, and advance your professional development.
The position will begin on August 21, 2024. Review of applications will begin immediately. Apply today at Handshake!
Meditation and Prayer Room Created in The Library
F.D. Bluford Library recently created a prayer and meditation room (Rm. 303). Students, faculty, and staff can book room 303 on the quiet floor of the library. The space is for single-person use only. Book here.
UAPCC Curriculum Packet Deadline – Sept. 30, 2024
All curriculum packets to be considered for publication in the 2025-2026 Academic Bulletin must be submitted to the University Academic Programs and Curriculum Committee (UAPCC) no later than Sept. 30, 2024. Please contact UAPCC Chair, Nichole Smith (nlsmith2@ncat.edu), with any questions.
Seeking Passionate Advisors for N.C. A&T's Registered Student Organizations
We are seeking dedicated individuals to serve as advisors for our registered student organizations at NCAT. Advisors play a crucial role in guiding and mentoring student leaders, enhancing their collegiate experience, and fostering a vibrant campus community. If you are passionate about student development and want to make a meaningful impact, please complete this form for more details on how to get involved. This is an excellent opportunity to develop professionally, network with diverse groups, and contribute to the dynamic life at NCAT.
Click here to complete the form.
Time to Renew Parking Permits
Starting July 1, 2024, parking permits will be valid for five years. Faculty and staff using payroll deduction will receive a virtual permit or hangtag, with deductions continuing for each five-year cycle. You only need to update the parking database if there are changes to your vehicle or license plate information. Notify Parking and Transportation Services if you no longer need a permit. Any rate increases will be notified in advance, and credit card purchases still require annual renewal. Contact Parking and Transportation Services for any questions or assistance.
New and Revised Policy
The following new and revised policy have been approved and are posted on the Legal Affairs Approved Policies website. Managers and employees across the university are strongly encouraged to familiarize themselves with all policies posted on the Legal Affairs website.
N.C. A&T Welcomes Dr. James R. Martin II, Chancellor-elect
James R. Martin II, Ph.D., was elected as the 13th chancellor of North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University on June 21, 2024, by a vote of the University of North Carolina System Board of Governors, following his nomination by UNC System President Peter Hans.
Chancellor-elect Martin began work in the new role on Aug. 15. Read more here!
AAC&U Membership
North Carolina A&T recently became a member of the American Association of Colleges and Universities (AAC&U). As part of this membership, you are now included in this esteemed community. Benefits range from professional development opportunities to networking events, all designed to enhance your academic and professional journey. To get started, visit the AAC&U website and click on My Account (upper right corner), then click on Create Account. There is no cost associated with individual membership.
Preparing for Aggie Access Upgrade
We are excited to announce that we will be rolling out a new look for Banner Student Self-Service 9, known as Aggie Access! The latest version of Aggie Access will incorporate new features that will include a new Student Profile page with a modern look and feel, making it easier to access important student information. For more information, please visit our Banner Student SSB9 website for more updates.
What does this mean for faculty and students?
· Links to Aggie Access will not change. The layout and navigation will change. Faculty and students will have new features that you will need to navigate through, and we have created training videos to help you with your new experience.
· Fall 2024 New first-time freshman and transfer students will begin to enjoy the new enhancements beginning Fall 2024.
How will this change the user experience?
· Combines important information. All course and organization information – like grades, messages, calendar information – is all consolidated into one global view, the Student Profile, minimizing the time spent navigating into each individual link.
· Only one click away. See something that needs your attention? Just click on it and you will be taken directly there, minimizing clicks and saving time.
· Works well on mobile devices. This navigation is designed to work well regardless of which device is being used.
· Modern, intuitive user experience. Users will enjoy this simple, intuitive, engaging user experience.
In the weeks to come, the Aggie Access Banner Student SSB9 team will be providing demos of the new interface and other resources to help users prepare for this exciting change! We will also be sharing this communication with deans, chairs, faculty and students over the next few days. If you have any questions about the upgrade or if you desire a demonstration, please do not hesitate to let us know.
Questionnaire for Changes in Org or Program
Please submit responses the Changes in Org or Program Questionnaire below to Helen Buck (hrbuck@ncat.edu).
This form is to identify changes that impact our Banner chart of accounts. The questions apply to the current fiscal year.
Name of Department: ________________________________________
Name and contact information of person filling out the form: ____________________
Date: ______________________
During the year, have there been any reorganization or realignment in your area that would impact departments? Yes or No
Did you have a name change in your department? Yes or No
If yes, please indicate the change.
Old information ___________________________________________
New Information ___________________________________________
Did you change the title of any Fund, Org or Program? Yes or No
If yes, please indicate the change.
Old information ___________________________________________
New Information ___________________________________________
Any other information that you will like to provide? Please include any planned, approved or anticipated changes for the next fiscal year. Include all new organizations or departments. ___________________________________________________
Volunteers Needed for SGA Class Advisors
Are you interested in becoming a class advisor? The Office of Student Activities is searching for individuals who are interested in serving in 4-year terms as SGA Class Advisors. Mentoring and advising can be rewarding to share interests, knowledge and transferable skills. SGA Class Advisors must be full-time faculty or staff members and have a desire to connect with students in a meaningful way. Must be available to work and engage with students during evenings and weekends. If you are interested in serving as an advisor, please contact Veronica Hairston at vcharris@ncat.edu.
Upcoming Transition Period for Contracts and Grants
Natalie Teagle, director of contracts and grants in the Division of Research. retired effective April 30. Please join us in congratulating Teagle on this professional milestone. To address Teagle’s approaching departure, interim Vice Chancellor Melissa Hodge-Penn, Ed.D., is working to expedite a plan for temporary and long-term support, as well as the redistribution of Teagle’s duties and grant portfolio until a new director is hired. If you have questions or concerns, contact Hodge-Penn at mhodgepenn@ncat.edu
Use of Aggie Mart for Foundation Funds
We are thrilled to announce a fantastic update! AggieMart will soon be accessible for the use of philanthropic/foundation funds, expanding its reach beyond just university funds. This means that in the near future, purchase order requests, check requests, new vendor requests, and the processing of invoicing will all be seamlessly facilitated through AggieMart. Stay tuned for more updates and information as we roll out this exciting development!
Blackboard Base Navigation
The campus will soon experience a new look for Blackboard and a new way to navigate the system. On May 15, Blackboard was updated to incorporate the new Base Navigation, which has a sleek, modern look and feel that will make it easier to access important information.
The tabs and modules on the landing page in our current Blackboard environment will be combined into one navigation menu on the left side. This navigation menu will get users quick access to courses, organizations, tools, and other valuable information with just one click!
For more information about the upgrade to Base Navigation, including resources and training information, visit the Base Navigation for A&T site or contact ITTD at 336-285-4499.
Reminder: Blackout Period for the Retirement Programs – Begins March 25
The University of North Carolina recently announced TIAA would provide all recordkeeping services for the UNC Retirement Programs. A notice was mailed to you in January, 2024 outlining how your account balance(s) will transfer from Fidelity to TIAA.
As a reminder, there will be a blackout period to facilitate the transfer of existing investment balances from Fidelity to TIAA. During this time, you will not be able to change your investment choices, take or change loans, make withdrawals, or transfer funds. The blackout period affecting Fidelity accounts is expected to begin March 25, 2024, at 4 p.m. (ET), and is expected to end during the week of April 15, 2024. Please review the Blackout Notice, which was mailed to you in January, for more information. You can also review a copy of this notice at TIAA.org/UNC. Important note: The date of the transfer and the end of the blackout period depend on the accurate, timely transfer of data and assets from Fidelity to TIAA. If this does not occur, the end of the blackout period could be delayed.If you have any questions, please call TIAA at 866-681-0594. Consultants are available weekdays, 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. (ET).
Thank you for your patience during the retirement plan transition!2024-2025 FAFSA and Aid News
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is a critical completion milestone on the college access journey for students and their families. The FAFSA process has changed to implement provisions of the FUTURE Act and the FAFSA Simplification Act. At a high level, the FAFSA changes are a significant overhaul of the FAFSA system, including an updated FAFSA form, need analysis, and provisions to many of the policies and procedures used by schools. The FAFSA determines a student's eligibility for multiple grants and aid for all income levels. Regardless of income, any student who wants to be considered for federal, state, and school financial aid programs is encouraged to complete the FAFSA.
FAFSA News and Aid Resources
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FAFSA Toolkit: The Financial Aid Toolkit provides federal student aid information and outreach tools for counselors, college access professionals, nonprofit mentors, and other advisors.
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Students attending North Carolina A&T State University in Fall 2024 and Spring 2025 are encouraged to complete the 2024-2025 FAFSA at www.studentaid.gov. If you have already completed the 2024-2025 FAFSA, you will be notified of your eligibility status between April 15-30.
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Students attending N.C. A&T State University in academic year 2024-25 are encouraged to begin researching scholarship opportunities.
Financial Aid Cost of Attendance Survey Request
On March 18, 2024, the University of North Carolina System began surveying students regarding the 2024-2025 Cost of Attendance (COA). The COA is the cornerstone of establishing a student's financial need, as it sets a limit on the total aid that a student may receive for purposes of the Campus-Based TEACH Grant and Direct Loan programs and is one of the basic components of the Pell Grant calculation. Surveys will be emailed to students’ university email addresses. Students are strongly encouraged to complete the COA survey.
Next NC Scholarship (2024-25 Academic Year)
North Carolina residents attending N.C. A&T Fall 2024 and Spring 2025 may be eligible for up to $8,000 in the Next NC Scholarship. For a complete list of requirements, please visit the College of Foundation of North Carolina.
Summer 2024 Financial Aid
Students attending N.C. A&T Summer 2024 can complete the Summer Financial Aid Application beginning Monday, April 1.
The Aggie Summer Scholarship will not be offered in Summer 2024. Please visit the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships in the Dowdy Administration Building, suite 100, to determine summer aid eligibility.
Financial Aid Changing Service Delivery Model, Hours to Better Serve Students
Beginning Friday, March 22, the Office of Financial Aid will change its service delivery model to better serve the North Carolina A&T student body and incoming students.
Financial Aid recognizes that reaching its staff by telephone can be difficult during peak periods. The new “focused” office hours will allow Financial Aid to better serve students in person or by phone and process the high volume of paperwork that flows through Financial Aid daily.
New Schedule (Effective May 22, 2024)
Monday–Thursday
Service by phone and email: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Walk-in service: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Appointments: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Process documents: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Friday
Service by phone and email: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Professional development and process documents: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Closed for walk-in service
Closed for appointments
The new operations schedule will enable Financial Aid staff to be more responsive to students by phone more easily during hours focused exclusively on that need. The new schedule will be more beneficial for students who need assistance with questions regarding federal financial aid and scholarship programs.
Digital Navigator Program – Ongoing
F.D. Bluford Library has launched pilot program to expand and support our laptop loans. Students, faculty, and staff can request to work with a digital navigator to support their digital inclusion needs. The Digital Navigators at F.D. Bluford Library can help you: Connect to free and low-cost internet options Access digital literacy skills training Recommend students to our laptop lending program Request an appointment to work with a digital navigator:
You can also call 336-285-4164 to get help filling out this form to make an appointment. Students who receive Pell grants qualify for reduced cost internet through the Affordable Connectivity Plan. We can help these students access this resource.
Employee Email Signatures
Returning and new employees, please take some time to review the “Email Signature” section in N.C. A&T’s Brand Strategy Guide. On the Copy Guidelines page, scroll down to “Email Signature,” read the guidelines and update your email signature as needed. While there are some acceptable (slight) variations across units, our aim is to be consistent and professional.
2024 Benefit Reminders
With the new year upon us, be sure to review this important and timely benefit news and information.
STATE HEALTH PLAN
•Any benefit election you made during Open Enrollment for the State Health Plan took effect on January 1, 2024. Remember to review your recent paycheck to ensure that the plan you elected is reflected with the corresponding deductions. Deductions for health care are withheld one month in advance of the coverage effective date (December deductions pay for January coverage).
•You will receive a new State Health Plan ID card.
NCFLEX AND UNIVERSITY BENEFITS
•Any benefit elections you made during Open Enrollment for NCFlex and the University benefit programs took effect Jan. 1, 2024. Remember to review your paycheck on Jan. 31 to ensure that the programs you elected are reflected with the corresponding deductions.
•Please read the information pertaining to the specific plans listed in this update as it may impact your paycheck if you are enrolled in the benefit program referenced.
UNC Voluntary Life Insurance and AD&D (Securian)
•If you are enrolled in UNC Voluntary Life Insurance through Securian, you may see a change in your deduction beginning with your January paycheck. Adjustments to your premium are made based on your age as of Jan. 1, 2024.
Critical Illness and Accident Plans (Voya)
•If you are enrolled in the Critical Illness plan through Voya, you may see a change in your deduction beginning with your January paycheck. Adjustments to your premium are made based on your age as of Jan. 1, 2024.
•If you are enrolled in the Critical Illness and/or Accident Plan through Voya, don’t forget to earn your wellness benefit payment by completing an eligible health screening test. Each covered member can file for a wellness benefit payment once per calendar year.
Health Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
•If you were enrolled in the Health Care FSA for 2023, eligible health care expenses must have been incurred by Dec. 31, 2023. You have until March 31, 2024, to submit 2023 claims for reimbursement. You can rollover up to $570 of your unused account balance into 2024, as long as you have a minimum balance of at least $25. Any funds exceeding this amount will be forfeited. The rollover will not count toward the 2024 maximum election amount (currently $3,050 for 2024). This rollover feature only applies to the Health Care FSA.
•If you enrolled in the Health Care FSA for 2024, eligible health care expenses must be incurred January 1 through Dec. 31, 2024, to be eligible for reimbursement. You have until March 31, 2025, to submit claims for reimbursement.
Dependent Day Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
•If you were enrolled in the Dependent Day Care FSA for 2023, eligible dependent day care expenses must be incurred by March 15, 2024, provided you remain actively employed through Dec. 31, 2023. You have until March 31, 2024, to submit 2023 claims for reimbursement. Any unused funds will be forfeited.
•If you enrolled in the Dependent Day Care FSA for 2024, eligible dependent day care expenses must be incurred Jan. 1, 2024 through March 15, 2025, to be eligible for reimbursement. You have until March 31, 2025, to submit claims for reimbursement.
RETIREMENT PROGRAM -2024 Contribution Limits
•The limit on contributions to a 403(b)/401(k) plan for 2024 is $23,000. If you are over the age of 50, or will turn 50 by Dec. 31, 2024, you are eligible for an additional $7,500 catch-up contribution.
•The limit on contributions to a 457(b) plan for 2024 is also $23,000. If you are over the age of 50, or will turn 50 by Dec. 31, 2024, you are eligible for an additional $7,500 catch-up contribution.
•Employee contributions to a 403(b) and 401(k) plan are combined together when determining your maximum contribution; however, employees can maximize saving opportunities by contributing to a 457(b) plan. Amounts contributed to a 457(b) plan are not combined with your 403(b) and/or 401(k) contributions when determining your maximum contribution limit.
Enhancements to Your UNC System Retirement Program – Coming Soon!
•Last September, we announced the University selected TIAA as our single retirement program recordkeeper for all five of the UNC Retirement Plans – ORP, 403(b) Plan, 457(b) Plan, Senior Administrative Officer Retirement Program and Senior Athletic Employee Retirement Program. With this change, you will soon have a more simplified experience to help you meet your individual retirement goals and needs.
You’ll receive more information at your home address in the coming weeks explaining the changes, steps you can take and key dates. Please review the information carefully.
FORM 1095-C
Under the Affordable Care Act (ACA), employers are required to report any qualifying medical coverage that you and your dependents were enrolled in during the previous calendar year. You will receive a Form 1095-C which includes information about the health coverage offered to you by the University. The form will be mailed to your home address sometime in the first quarter of 2024. You will not need to attach or file your Form 1095-C with your 2023 Federal income tax return; however, you may need to use its information when you complete your tax return.
QUESTIONS?
Please contact your University Benefits Department if you need assistance or have questions about the benefit plans you have enrolled in.
The University of North Carolina System 403(b) Plan Universal Availability Notice for 2024
The University of North Carolina System (“UNC System”) offers a choice of voluntary supplemental retirement programs so employees can save additional amounts for retirement. Under the UNC System 403(b) Plan (“the 403(b) Plan”), eligible employees may elect to defer a portion of their compensation to the 403(b) Plan on a pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) basis.
The 403(b) Plan is designed to help you invest more money today so that you have the income you need in your retirement years. It supplements the Optional Retirement Program of the University of North Carolina and the N.C. Teachers’ and State Employees’ Retirement System, the State's mandatory retirement plans available to permanent employees working 30 or more hours per week. Even employees not eligible for one of the mandatory retirement plans may be able to make voluntary contributions to the 403(b) Plan. ELIGIBILITY All employees, other than UNC Health Care System employees, who receive compensation reportable on a Form W-2 and pay FICA (Social Security) tax are eligible to participate in the 403(b) Plan, so long as the employee elects to contribute at least $200 each calendar year. CONTRIBUTIONS An eligible employee may elect to defer a portion of his or her compensation on a pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) basis. Pre-tax Contributions: Both federal and state income taxes are deferred on the contributions and any earnings until distributed from the Plan. Distributions are taxable as ordinary income for federal and state income tax purposes. Generally, a participant must begin receiving a distribution by April 1 following the year in which they turn age 73 or terminate employment with the UNC System, whichever is later. Roth (After-tax) Contributions: Roth contributions are included in your gross income and subject to federal and state income taxes when they are contributed to the Plan. However, these contributions are not taxed again at distribution. Moreover, any earnings on the contributions are not subject to federal and state income taxes upon distribution, as long as a five-year period has passed since Roth contributions were first made to the Plan and the distribution is a “qualified distribution.” A qualified distribution is a distribution (i) made on or after the date you turn age 59½, or (ii) made to your beneficiary or estate after your death, or (iii) made after you are totally and permanently disabled. CONTRIBUTION LIMITS Annual contribution limits are set by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). The IRS allows an eligible employee to make an additional catch-up contribution beginning in the year in which he or she turns age 50. For 2024, the calendar year limits under the 403(b) Plan are as follows: Calendar Year Annual Contribution Limit: $23,000 Age 50+ Catch-up Contribution Limit: $7,500 Note: This is a combined limit for Pre-tax and Roth (After-tax) contributions. In addition, if you also participate in the State of North Carolina 401(k) Plan, then your contributions to both the 403(b) Plan and the State’s 401(k) Plan, combined, count toward the regular and catch-up contribution maximums. APPROVED VENDORS In the fall of 2023, we announced that the UNC System would be moving from two approved vendors (TIAA and Fidelity) to a single provider (TIAA) for the University’s retirement programs, including the 403(b) Plan. The transition to TIAA has begun and the vendor(s) you can use will depend on your enrollment date: •New 403(b) participants enrolling on or after September 1, 2023 will have their 403(b) contributions directed to TIAA. •403(b) participants enrolled prior to September 1, 2023 with an existing Fidelity account can continue to direct their 403(b) contributions to Fidelity until February 2024. In late February, all your future 403(b) contributions will be directed to a new TIAA account. And we expect your Fidelity 403(b) account balance will transfer to TIAA in April 2024. Both TIAA and Fidelity offer a wide range of mutual fund investment options and annuity products through their own funds as well as other investment managers. Both companies offer resources and tools to help participants plan their investment strategy. Eligible employees should contact each vendor for information about plan investment options and services provided. •TIAA: 800-842-2252 •Fidelity Investments: 877-862-4032 ENROLLMENT PROCESS Eligible employees may enroll immediately upon date of hire or at any time. To start the enrollment process, please visit the UNC 403(b) website and follow the steps listed: •Step 1: Complete a Salary Reduction Agreement (SRA) (forms and instructions available on the website) •Step 2: Enroll in the Plan and select investments with TIAA Contributions may be designated as a percentage of salary or as a flat dollar amount depending on your campus payroll capability. The SRA will apply only to amounts earned after enrolling in the Plan, and an employee’s election under the SRA will continue until the SRA is modified or revoked by the employee. MODIFYING A DEFERRAL ELECTION An eligible employee may increase, decrease or stop his or her future contributions to the plan at any time by completing an SRA. MORE INFORMATION If you have questions about the 403(b) Plan, please contact your University Benefits Administrator or visit the UNC 403(b) website. This notice is provided as a source of information and does not constitute legal, tax or other professional advice. If legal advice, tax advice or other professional assistance is required, the services of a professional advisor should be sought. Every effort has been made to make this notice as thorough and accurate as possible. However, there are other legal documents, laws and regulations that govern the operation of the Program. It is understood that in the event of any conflict, the terms of the Plan Document, applicable law, and regulations will govern.Transform Your Health with Personalized Nutrition Counseling
The BCBS NC State Health Plan includes a free benefit to help make their members as healthy as can be. They cover nutrition counseling and classes at 100%, with no copay due and no limit on the number of visits. This is for everyone in your family that is included on the policy. Our office, Christie RD, is a medical provider with BCBS and can provide these free services to you!here.
Christie RD is a private practice based in North Carolina and has been providing nutrition services for over 12 years. Our registered dietitians will partner with you to help achieve your nutrition goals. We believe that one size never fits all, especially when it comes to lifestyle. We collaborate with you to create a custom plan to reach your wellness goals, guided by your unique medical, physical and personal needs. Whether you have a chronic medical condition, want to lose a few pounds, are training for a marathon, or just want more energy, our mission is to help you feel good, prevent disease and live happier. We offer individual in-person or telehealth appointments as well as monthly virtual nutrition classes. What happens during a visit with a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist? •We talk to you and gather information about your current eating patterns, health issues, medications, exercise, favorite foods, lifestyle, and weight history etc. •We partner with you to help you set realistic health and/or weight goals. •Using science -based nutrition principles, we educate you on easy and effective changes that you can make in your eating pattern to help you reach your goals. •During each visit, we talk about challenges that you are having and give you ideas to make healthy eating easier. We can modify the recommendations and continue to work with you until you reach your goals and beyond. •If you have pre-diabetes or diabetes, or diabetes we can provide diabetes self-management education. Our office will collect your insurance information upon scheduling, we take care of submitting the claims afterwards, so there is nothing for you to do to receive the free coverage. We take care of all of that for you! To get in touch with us and to learn more please visit our websiteAlly Accessibility Tool
Earlier this fall, a new accessibility tool, Ally, was added to all online courses in Blackboard to enhance accessibility. On Dec. 19, 2023 Ally was added to all Spring 2024 courses and all Blackboard course shells going forward.
Faculty and staff can register for training at: https://learn.ncat.edu
Students can register for training at: https://ncat.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYqc-2qrz0sHdOC1JybNFHV_QU8XvY2lxjK
For more information regarding Ally and accessibility, contact ITTD (336-285-4499) or visit: https://hub.ncat.edu/administration/its/ittd/ally.php
Post-Open Enrollment Reminders
Congratulations Aggies on successfully navigating the Open Enrollment period for 2024! We truly appreciate your support and partnership during this time.
We are pleased to announce the 2024 open enrollment period was a success and there are a few reminders that we would like to advise you of.
Please note that dependent verifications must have been completed by Friday, Nov. 17, 2023, for those who added dependents during the open enrollment period. Any invalidated dependents will have their coverage terminated starting Monday, Nov. 20. You can find a full list of appropriate documentation and examples on the State Health Plan’s website.
If you selected that you are a tobacco user but are willing to visit a Primary Care Provider (PCP) for tobacco cessation counseling,Nov. 30 was the deadline to complete your tobacco cessation counseling to avoid risking the loss of your premium credit. To ensure the credit is applied, we recommend that you upload your office visit summary to the Document Center located in eBenefits. Please note that you must present your State Health Plan ID card in order for the visit to be covered at 100% by the Plan. If you combine your tobacco cessation visit with another service, there may be a copay.
Finally, we would like to inform you that new employees enrolling in November or December for coverage starting on Jan. 1, 2024, will not be able to complete their tobacco cessation visit until Jan. 1, 2024.
Thank you again for your participation in the Open Enrollment period, and the Benefits and Leave team at North Carolina A&T looks forward to serving you in the future.
Become an organization advisor
Are you interested in becoming an organization advisor? We have many registered student organizations looking for a professional staff/faculty member to become their advisor. With over 150+ different groups with various interests, there are tremendous opportunities to make an impact. Mentoring and advising can be rewarding to share interests, knowledge and transferable skills. Organization advisors must be full-time faculty or staff members and have a desire to connect with students in a meaningful way. If you are interested in serving as an advisor, please fill out the interest form. Once there is a possible match regarding interest, the Office of Student Activities & Campus Involvement will be in touch.
Flu/COVID Vaccines
Aggies know what to do! Come through the Student Health Center and get your COVID and flu vaccines.
The Alvin V. Blount Jr. Student Health Center now has updated Pfizer and Moderna COVID booster vaccines as well as seasonal flu shots available to protect you and your loved ones! Stay up to date with all your recommended vaccination needs. No appointment is necessary! Feel free to give us a call if you have any questions, please call 336-285-2905 or email health@ncat.edu.
Vaccination Hours: Monday: 8 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., 2-4 p.m.
Tuesday: 8 a.m. -12:30 p.m., 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Thursday: 8 a.m. -12:30 p.m., 2 – 4 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m. - 12:30pm, 2-4 p.m.
*Vaccines will be billed to most major insurance plans.*
Nutrition Services for A&T Faculty and Staff – Ongoing
Nutrition Counseling Benefits with the Blue Cross Blue Shield State Health Plan
The BCBS NC State Health Plan includes a free benefit to help make their members as healthy as can be. They cover nutrition counseling and classes at 100%, with no copay due and no limit on the number of visits. This is for everyone in your family that is included on the policy. Our office, Christie RD, is a medical provider with BCBS and can provide these free services to you!
Christie RD is a private practice based in North Carolina and has been providing nutrition services for over 12 years. Our registered dietitians will partner with you to help achieve your nutrition goals. We believe that one size never fits all, especially when it comes to lifestyle. We collaborate with you to create a custom plan to reach your wellness goals, guided by your unique medical, physical and personal needs. Whether you have a chronic medical condition, want to lose a few pounds, are training for a marathon, or just want more energy, our mission is to help you feel good, prevent disease and live happier.
We offer individual in-person or telehealth appointments as well as monthly virtual nutrition classes.
What happens during a visit with a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist?
• We talk to you and gather information about your current eating patterns, health issues, medications, exercise, favorite foods, lifestyle, and weight history etc.
• We partner with you to help you set realistic health and/or weight goals.
• Using science-based nutrition principles, we educate you on easy and effective changes that you can make in your eating pattern to help you reach your goals.
• During each visit, we talk about challenges that you are having and give you ideas to make healthy eating easier. We can modify the recommendations and continue to work with you until you reach your goals and beyond.
• If you have pre-diabetes or diabetes, or diabetes we can provide diabetes self-management education.
Our office will collect your insurance information upon scheduling, we take care of submitting the claims afterwards, so there is nothing for you to do to receive the free coverage. We take care of all of that for you!
Click here to sign up: https://christierd.com/telehealth-offerings/
Digital Learning Faculty Fellows
Fall 2023 Digital Learning Faculty Fellows are ready for peer consultations and support all semester long. Fellows serve as peer consultants and assist CTE and the Extended Campus with projects to support faculty development in the areas of online learner engagement, teaching excellence and technology integration. Fellows participate in weekly online teaching check-ins and one-on-one consultations through the Blackboard Faculty Commons community of practice. Please reach out to them. Be sure to check the Commons Calendar for availability and visit the discussion board to join the conversation about high-quality online teaching and learning.
COVID-19 Coverage Information for Employees
For Members on the 80/20 Plan, 70/30 Plan and High Deductible Health Plan:
The State Health Plan covers both the cost of the COVID-19 vaccine and vaccine administration at 100% when members receive the vaccine at an in-network provider as part of the plan’s preventive care benefits. If members receive any other service during the visit, the visit may be subject to a copay.
The plan covers COVID-19 tests that are administered by a provider. If members receive any other service during the visit, the visit may be subject to a copay.The federal government announced that the COVID-19 public health emergency ended on May 11, 2023. As a result:
-The Plan will no longer cover the cost of over-the-counter (OTC) COVID-19 tests. Members will be responsible for the cost. -The Plan will no longer cover the cost of COVID testing as it relates to return to work. This means if you have to test negative before returning to work or if a place of employment requires regular testing. Please call Customer Service at 888-234-2416 if you have any questions about your benefits. Employees will need to use their sick or vacation leave for illness due to Covid-19. If you should have any questions, please contact Department of Human Resources
Introducing Ally Accessibility Software
Introducing Ally Accessibility Software! Starting in September, Ally orientation is available to enhance Blackboard course material accessibility. Get ready now for a more inclusive learning experience by visiting ITTD learn.ncat.edu. Ally is automatically enabled for online classes on Sept. 29, while campus courses can activate through ITTD. Learn more at the Anthology Ally link.
Important Update Regarding UNC Retirement Plan Recordkeepers
This spring, we communicated that the UNC System was exploring a move from two recordkeepers (TIAA and Fidelity) to a single retirement plan recordkeeper for our UNC Retirement Plans. With assistance from our plan’s investment advisory firm, CAPTRUST, we completed the RFP process and are pleased to announce that we have awarded the contract to manage all participant retirement plan assets to TIAA. This impacts all five UNC Retirement Plans. These plans include:
• UNC Optional Retirement Program (ORP) • UNC System 403(b) Plan • UNC System 457(b) Plan • UNC Senior Administrative Officer Retirement Program • UNC Senior Athletic Employee Retirement Program As previously communicated, the move to a single retirement plan recordkeeper will offer many potential advantages. It will allow us to: • Streamline and simplify the enrollment process • Better leverage the University’s $10 billion in defined contribution retirement plan assets to reduce recordkeeping expenses • Consider investment solutions that better fit the unique aspects of our employee demographics • Provide employees with a clear and consistent financial education and advice program And there are also benefits for participants like yourself, including: • Lower cost investment options, including mutual funds and collective investment trusts • Consider plan pricing structures that further optimize investment returns for participants • Contribution planning and investment selection advice • Enhanced participant engagement on issues related to financial planning • Customized retirement income solutions • Consistent messaging about how the various plans work WHAT’S NEXT Beginning Sept. 1, 2023, for all new employees, retirement contributions will only be made to accounts with TIAA. If you currently have your UNC Optional Retirement Program employer and employee funds split between TIAA and Fidelity, all contributions effective on or after Jan. 1, 2024, will be required to be sent to TIAA. No action will be required by you, as we will work with your institution to make this change. In the upcoming months, you will receive more information about the change, including a transition guide which highlights details about the fund lineup available through TIAA, the fund mapping process, key dates, and the decision-support resources available to you. We encourage you to take full advantage of the guidance and tools available to help you maximize your savings and plan for a successful retirement. If you have questions, please contact your University Benefits Administrator.
Office of International Affairs: Faculty-led Proposals
If you are interested in developing a faculty-led program, please contact the Office of International Affairs.
The Office of International Affairs proposal deadlines:
-Feb. 28, 2024 for Spring Break 2025
-April 30, 2024 for Summer 2025
Please submit all faculty-led proposals to oia@ncat.edu or call 336-334-7551 or 336-285-2600. For information, visit the website.
N.C. A&T ID Cards Approved for Voter Photo Identification
On July 17, 2023, the North Carolina State Board of Elections (NCSBE) approved 99 institutions’ student and employee identification cards – including North Carolina A&T State University – for use as photo identification for voting in the 2023 municipal elections and 2024 primary and general elections statewide. Approved cards will remain valid for use as a voter’s photo ID through Dec. 31, 2024.
For additional details, see Voting as an N.C. A&T Student / Employee Voter Information.
New Form for Credentialing Requests - Beginning June 1
Starting June 1, all credentialing requests will be submitted using the new Dynamic Credentialing Form. This update will allow auto-population for several required fields used in the current form, reducing the time spent completing the form. Once the form goes live, you will find the link on the Aggie Hub and on the OSPIE website. Please continue to use the PDF version of the credentialing form and submit it through Freshdesk through the end of May. Please email Kismye Averett at Kmelder@ncat.edu if you would like to preview the training video prior to the launch.
Important Information About Upcoming Request for Proposal for UNC Retirement Plan Recordkeepers
The University of North Carolina (UNC) System is committed to periodically reviewing its retirement programs to make sure they continue to help you meet your retirement and financial goals. Among the things considered are the range of investment options available through the plans, investment option performance and value, recordkeeping costs, and whether the plans give access to services that complement your retirement plan accounts.
The UNC System has decided to explore moving from two recordkeepers (TIAA and Fidelity) to a single retirement plan recordkeeper for all five UNC Retirement Plans. These include:
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UNC Optional Retirement Program (ORP)
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UNC System 403(b) Plan
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UNC System 457(b) Plan
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UNC Senior Administrative Officer Retirement Program
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UNC Senior Athletic Employee Retirement Program
The purpose of this communication is to provide you with advanced notice of the upcoming RFP just so you are aware of it. To be clear, no changes have been made to our recordkeepers at this time. If you are enrolled in any of the retirement plans referenced above, you do not need to take any action.
Moving to a single retirement plan recordkeeper would create greater efficiencies and economies of scale.
Consolidating our retirement plan recordkeepers into a single recordkeeper offers many potential advantages to you as a plan participant. It will allow us to:
- Streamline the enrollment process
- Better leverage the University’s $10 billion in defined contribution retirement plan assets to reduce recordkeeping expenses
- Consider and possibly implement investment solutions that better fit the unique aspects of our employee demographics
- Provide you with a clear and consistent financial education and advice program
What’s next? We expect to issue the RFP soon. Our plan’s investment advisory firm, CAPTRUST, will be assisting the University with reviewing RFP proposals. We will report back to you when the RFP process has been completed. If a new recordkeeper is selected, we will communicate next steps and our implementation timeline.
If you have questions, please contact the N.C. A&T Benefits Department.
Aggie Resources
This sheet provides the N.C. A&T with quick and efficient access to our campus and community resources. This will provide students with the information and support that they need when experiencing or knowing someone experiencing crisis. Listed are all available resources in both English and Spanish!
UPD Public Safety App "SafeZone"
The University Police Department and Emergency Management are encouraging all Faculty, Staff, and Students to download the public safety application "SafeZone". Put our campus emergency "Blue Phones" in your pocket by allowing you to make contact with the police department at the touch of a button. The "SafeZone" app allows you to request assistance, report suspicious activity, and get general safety information all in one location. Download today in the Apple Store or Google Play Store.
Equity Chair Needed
With reps from across campus, the Chancellor's Council on Intercollegiate Athletics ensures institutional control of our athletics program. Currently, the Council is seeking a chairperson to head the subcommittee on Student-Athlete Gender Equity. The chair also serves on the Council. If you are interested in being recommended to the Chancellor for this position, please email Vincent Childress at childres@ncat.edu. This is a commitment, so this is a good opportunity for someone who needs service at the University level.
Laboratory Animal Resource Unit Renovation – Jan. 1, 2023 to Sept. 1, 2024
Suspension of use of Laboratory Animal Resource Unit (LARU). On Sept. 20, 2021, the College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences (CAES) was awarded a $5.1 million grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to renovate and modernize the Laboratory Animal Resource Unit (LARU). Presently, the facility is scheduled to undergo renovation beginning May 2023. During this time, no animals can be housed in the vivarium to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all animals and vivarium personnel.
Effective immediately, grant submissions that require housing laboratory animals between the estimated timeframe of Jan. 1, 2023 – Sept. 1, 2024 should identify alternatives to LARU, as well as budget for the services required, as LARU will not be available. Investigators that currently house animals in LARU and/or were recently approved and funded to conduct animal research, will be provided temporary housing space to continue their research efforts. Further information regarding the relocation of the research animals can be obtained from Andrea Gentry-Apple, DVM, Director of the Laboratory Animal Resource Unit and Paulnisha Granger-Koonce, Administrator for the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee in the Office of Research Compliance and Ethics. Thank you for your patience and understanding during this time of transition.
Aggie Source Food Pantry/Aggie Rack
The Aggie Source Food Pantry and Rack is available to all currently enrolled students by appointments during regular operating hours. We offer food, feminine products at the pantry and professional wear at the professional clothing at the Rack. If you have any questions or would like further assistance, or information on drop-off please call 336.285.4453 or email us at aggiesource@ncat.edu. Hours of Operation: 1 - 5 p.m. (Monday and Tuesday) 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. (Wednesday and Thursday)
The mission of the Aggie Source Food Pantry is to support individuals by alleviating the stress associated with short-term food insecurity and other financial constraints, through the collection of non-perishable and shelf-stable food items. Apply today on 1891Connect! The Aggie Source food pantry is located at 205 Nocho Street, Suite 115 (the old Sebastian Health Building). We are open to currently registered students during regular hours of operation.
Suicide Prevention and Resources
Counseling Services is here to help. We are located in Murphy Hall Suite 109 and can be reached at 336-334-7727 for free and confidential services.
Additional resources:
Call 911
Report to your nearest ER
Dial 988 for Suicide & Crisis Hotline
Call Counseling Services
Download Togetherall App
Download myssp app
Download OASIS app
Download Early alert app
Clear Bag Policy for Harrison Auditorium
In an effort to enhance public safety, Harrison Auditorium has modified its security policy by limiting the size and style of bags allowed in the Auditorium.
Approved Bags • Clear Tote – Plastic, vinyl or PVC and do not exceed 12″x6″x12″ • Plastic Storage Bag – Clear, one (1) gallon, resealable • Small Clutch Purse – Approximately the size of a hand with or without a handle or strap. No larger than 4.5″ x 6.5″ with or without a handle or strap. Can be carried separately or within an approved plastic bag.An exception will be made for medically necessary items after proper inspection at a gate designated for this purpose. Please limit the number of items you bring to the facility on event days.
Prohibited items include, but are not limited to: • All purses, bags or containers larger than a small clutch bag • Backpacks • Binocular case – Binoculars may be worn around the neck • Briefcases • Camera bags • Cinch bags • Computer bags • Coolers • Fanny packs • Luggage of any kind • Seat Cushions
Strategic Priorities
The following focused priorities for 2022-23 reflect North Carolina A&T State University’s goal to perform and be recognized at the highest level of doctoral research universities. As we pursue new levels of competitiveness and impact, we continue to drive toward meeting
A&T PREEMINENCE 2023 key performance indicators (KPIs) for student success, while also advancing the research enterprise and institutional efficiency and effectiveness through operational improvements. Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB) are integrated throughout the priorities. All employees are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the university’s strategic priorities at here.
Follow N.C. A&T on Social Media
Make sure to stay in the know! Get the latest information, updates, news and activities. Follow N.C. A&T on all social media platforms. Visit here.
As gas tax that supports a well-functioning transportation system has become unsustainable over the last decade, the Eastern Transportation Coalition, a partnership of 17 states and Washington D.C., needs your help to explore an alternative approach, called a Mileage-Based User Fee (MBUF), where each driver pays for the miles they drive instead of the fuel they buy.
To better understand how an MBUF program could work, the Coalition is conducting a FREE Pilot Program in North Carolina and they want N.C. A&T students, faculty, and staff to join and tell them their perception of MBUF and its impact on our communities. Please see more information and sign up on this link. Your voice matters for new upcoming statewide transportation initiative!
University Writing Center Hours and Services Offered
The University Writing Center, located in the General Classroom Building, Room 309, is currently open Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., Friday from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. and Sunday (virtually) from 2-6 p.m.
The UWC assists students with organization, development, audience awareness, sentence structure, grammar, punctuation, citations, and other writing concepts for all types of writing in all classes. Students may schedule an appointment at www.ncat.mywconline.com or may visit the UWC for walk-in assistance. The UWC assists faculty by providing course-imbedded tutors, delivering presentations, and facilitating workshops. Additionally, writing consultants will visit classrooms to introduce the UWC to students. Faculty and staff should email the UWC at uwc@ncat.edu to request services. They may also call the UWC at 336-285-3531.
TogetherAll - Student Support
Counseling Services has partnered with an online service called TogetherAll to provide 24/7 support to students. Students can register with their Aggie email, provide quick demographical information (can also remain anonymous) and in 3 minutes have access to a counselor at any time. The service also provides mental health resources, peer support communities, creative outlets and more.
Learn STEM Skills and Credentials with Digital Badge Program
N.C. A&T is starting a digital badge program, funded by the National Science Foundation, to enable undergraduate students to increase their STEM skills through mentorship programs, experiential learning activities, research opportunities, scholarships, and more.
The ASETTS program will connect students to researchers, professionals, and alumni from STEM‐related fields currently working in transportation careers and give students extra credentials to increase their marketability and secure employment after graduation.
Student Center & Campus Rec Holiday Schedule - Labor Day
Labor Day Schedule
Monday, Sept. 2, 2024
Student Center noon to 8 p.m.
Campus Rec Center noon to 4 p.m.
Normal schedule will resume in both areas Tuesday, Sept. 3, 2024.
APPLICATIONS DUE: Department of Defense DCTC Faculty Fellow – Sept. 3
The Office of the Vice Provost for Engagement and Outreach is seeking applicants for the role of Faculty Fellow for the Department of Defense (DoD) Defense Civilian Training Corps (DCTC) Program for Fall 2024. The Faculty Fellow will play a crucial role in developing and promoting the DCTC Program on campus. The attached announcement provides complete details of this opportunity. Applications are due September 3, 2024. For more information, contact Jerald Neely jkneely@ncat.edu or 5-2619
Lunch & Learn: Friendly Persuasion: How to Get the Things You Want (Virtual) Class – Sept. 5
LUNCH-N-LEARN: Friendly Persuasion: How to get the Things you Want
While it’s true that some people are intuitively good at persuading others, for most of us the most reliable path to success lies in knowing what we want to achieve and systematically deciding how we want to go about achieving it.
Persuasion is a skill that everyone in the organization uses to accomplish goals. Used effectively, persuasion can lead to solutions that work in everyone’s best interest.
This workshop will provide you with communication techniques to get the results that you want and need.
This is a virtual session sponsored by CLOE for faculty and staff from 12:00 to 1:00 pm on 9/5/2024. Register here.
Leading with Purpose: A Brave Space for Female Leaders and Their Allies – Sept. 6
Welcome to the Leading with Purpose: for Women Leaders & Their Allies in Higher Education
This is a full-day conference and platform on Sept. 6, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. to present and discuss progress in leadership development, research, professional standards, and applications to various topics related to women's experiences working in Higher Education. Through this conference, we hope to celebrate, foster greater self-efficacy, and increase the representation of women at all levels across Higher Education.
Register here.
WBENC Women of Color Entrepreneurship Incubator – Sept. 6
Are you an aspiring entrepreneur with a business idea or venture? APPLY NOW to the WOC Incubator for a chance to win $5,000 towards your business and an all-expenses paid trip to New Orleans, Louisiana!
Join us for the premier incubator designed for student entrepreneurs at Historically Black Colleges and Universities. This incubator provides the next generation of entrepreneurs with the resources, community and support they need to strengthen their ideas and grow their early-stage ventures. Apply by 11:59 p.m. EST on Friday, Sept. 6, 2024.
Students accepted into the incubator will have the opportunity to learn from and interact with subject matter experts from some of the most successful women-owned businesses and America’s largest Fortune 500 companies.
The Incubator culminates with a Pitch Competition awarding thousands of dollars in seed capital and the opportunity to receive an all-expenses paid trip to attend the 2025 WBENC National Conference in New Orleans, LA, for FREE to access a network of 4,000+ attendees.
Attend Mandatory Information Session if Interested in Starting a New Student Organization
Are you passionate about starting a new student organization on campus? We invite you to attend our New Student Organization (NSO) to Registered Student Organization (RSO) Interest Information Workshop, where you'll receive crucial information on establishing a NSO and applying for RSO status.
Why Attend?
1) Comprehensive Guidance: Learn the essential steps to create a new student organization.
2) Mandatory Info: This session is crucial for anyone looking to start a new group.
Attendance is mandatory and one date remains:
Monday, Sept. 16, 6-7 p.m. in Student Center 385
You must choose to attend only one of the workshop dates listed above. Don’t miss this opportunity to get all the details you need to make your vision a reality. We look forward to seeing you there!
OIE/LGBTA Resource Center Open House – Sept. 10
On Tuesday, Sept. 10, 2024 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., the Office of Intercultural Engagement will host the annual fall 2024 Open House: Drop-in.
The Open House allows the entire campus community to engage, network, and learn about available cultural programs and services, and network. Enjoy refreshments and leave with free giveaways!
Tour the Office of Intercultural Engagement, the LGBTA Resource Center, and the Meditation and Reflection Room. Location: Student Center, 3rd floor: Suites: 367 & 353.
FREE Event to attend!
2024 Fall Career Fair – Sept. 11 and 12
The 2024 Fall Career Fair will take place on Sept 11th (In-Person) from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. in three different locations (Corbett Gym, Deese Ballroom, and Alumni-Foundation Event Center). There will be over 380 employers with over 2,000 career opportunities to meet with students, graduates, and alumni of North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University. There will also be a Virtual Career Fair on Sept. 12 hosted on Handshake from noon – 5 p.m. as well. Students can register and review details here.
A Seat at the Table: Gilman Scholarship Essay Workshops – Multiple Dates/Times
Please join The Office of International Affairs and University Writing Center for “A Seat at the Table: Gilman Scholarship Essay Workshop: Writing Your Way Across the World: Four Key Strategies for Writing a Winning Scholarship Essay."
Are you ready to take your study abroad dreams to the next level? Have you attended a Study Abroad Information Session? Will you apply for a Benjamin A. Gilman scholarship to help fund your study abroad experience?
Please join us for an engaging workshop facilitated by Dr. Shirley E. Faulkner-Springfield. Dr. Faulkner-Springfield is the Director of the University Writing Center and has over 25 years of experience in helping students achieve scholarship success.
The 4-week Gilman scholarship writing workshop sessions will provide participants with the strategies and confidence needed to create an essay that resonates with scholarship committee members. Participants will learn how to
• Understand the Prompt: Learn what scholarship committees are looking for.
• Tell a Personal, Compelling Story: Learn techniques for weaving unique
experiences and aspirations into a powerful narrative.
• Structure Your Essay: Learn how to format a clear, engaging, and persuasive
essay.
• Revise: Learn how to polish an essay to near perfection with editing and
proofreading tips.
The workshops will be held on Wednesdays, Sept. 11, Sept. 18, Sept. 25, and Oct. 2, 2024.
We will have two sessions: 3-4:30 p.m. and 5-6:30 p.m. (Times are subject to change)
Location: Frye Hall 2nd Floor, Room 210
Please sign up here. Times are subject to change.
You're Invited - Donate Blood at Our Upcoming Blood Drive! – Sept. 25
N.C. A&T and the American Red Cross are hosting an upcoming blood drive on Sept. 25, 2024 11 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Please join our lifesaving mission and schedule an appointment today!
Drive details:
Site: Moore Gym
Address: 1403 John W Mitchell Dr., Greensboro, NC, 27405
Room Name: American Red Cross Bus
Blood Program Leader Name: LeKeshia Franklin
Blood Program Leader Phone Number: 336-334-7792
The need for blood is constant and only volunteer donors can fulfill that need for patients in our community. Nationwide, someone needs a unit of blood every 2-3 seconds and most of us will need blood in our lifetime. Thank you for supporting the American Red Cross blood program!
Download the Red Cross Blood Donor App on the App Store, Google Play or text BLOODAPP to 90999.
Schedule appointments, view your blood type and results of your mini-physical, and track your donations.
Mental Health First Aid Training – Oct. 21
We would like to welcome all students, faculty and staff back to the university. As we gear up for a successful academic year, we are offering training opportunities to our campus community to better understand how to recognize early, worsening, and crisis situations. The Office of the Dean of Students will host a faculty and staff training on Oct. 21 from 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. If you'd like to sign up for the course please email ncatmhfa@ncat.edu.
Fulbright Program Grant – Take Your Aggie Pride Worldwide!
Calling all Aggies!
*Are you curious about other cultures?
*Would you love to engage in a fully-funded cross-cultural exchange in one of 160 countries for 8-12 months and represent your slice of America?
*Can you imagine living out the phrase "Aggie Pride, Worldwide?"
The Fulbright U.S. Student Program grant may be a great fit for you!
Read more here and contact Ms. Alsace Gallop at acgallop@ncat.edu
Become a 2024 Marshall or Rhodes Scholar!
Are you ready to stand up for the world as a Rhodes Scholar? Do you want to strengthen the US-UK “special relationship” as a future leader and Marshall Scholar?
Contact Ms. Alsace Gallop (acgallop@ncat.edu) in NCAT Extraordinary Opportunities through early June 2024 for guidance and feedback: https://tockify.com/aggiehonors/detail/1788/1714968000000https://tockify.com/i/site/login?next=%2Fe%2Faggiehonors%2Fdetail%2F1788%2F1714968000000%3Fsearch%3Deo%26startms%3D1714968000000
A&T Partners with WSJ to Offer School-Sponsored Subscription
North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University and The Wall Street Journal have partnered to provide a school-sponsored WSJ subscription to all students, faculty and staff.
Through the partnership, subscribers will have full access to WSJ’s award-winning journalism via WSJ.com and the app, as well as a wide variety of curated content – from podcasts and newsletters to career insights and personal finance advice.
Students, faculty and staff at N.C. A&T can activate their complimentary subscription by visiting WSJ.com/NCAT. Those who pay for an existing WSJ subscription may call 1-800-JOURNAL and mention they are switching to their school-sponsored subscription. Partial refunds will be made.
WSJ is a global news organization that provides leading news, information, commentary and analysis. Published by Dow Jones, WSJ engages readers across print, digital, mobile, social and video. It holds 38 Pulitzer Prizes for outstanding journalism.
If you or someone you know is experiencing a crisis or having thoughts of suicide, please contact Counseling Services. Counseling Services provides trainings on suicide prevention. You can become a gatekeeper and save a life by recognizing the warning signs, offering hope, and referring others to seek professional assistance. Here are some resources on suicide prevention.
· National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (24 Hours) 1-800-273-8255
· American Psychological Association (APA) http://www.apa.org/
· Suicide warning signs http://www.apa.org/topics/suicide/signs.aspx
· Speaking of Psychology: Preventing suicide http://www.apa.org/research/action/speaking-of-psychology/preventing-suicide.aspx
· Suicide Prevention http://www.apa.org/advocacy/suicide-prevention/index.aspx