A&T Announcements - May 12, 2025
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Two-Week University Community Curriculum Review – May 13-27
Dear Faculty,
As part of our ongoing efforts to enhance and refine our curriculum, we are seeking your valuable input on proposed curriculum changes. Your expertise and insights are crucial to ensuring the success and effectiveness of these modifications.
We kindly request you to review the Curriculum Change Proposals located in 2024-2025 UAPCC 2-Week University Curriculum Review OneDrive using this link.
We then ask that you complete this Qualtrics Survey.
Your feedback will contribute significantly to the improvement of our academic programs.
The following proposals are included in this review:
• Family Financial Planning, Minor
• MUSI Courses
• PhD in Applied Psychology and PSYC Courses
• Communication Sciences and Disorders, B.S. and SPCH Courses
• NURS Courses
You will have a two-week window May 13-27 to review the form and provide your feedback. Your prompt attention to this matter is highly appreciated.
If you have any questions or concerns during the review process, please feel free to reach out to Dr. Nichole Smith at nlsmith2@ncat.edu.
We truly value your expertise and commitment to maintaining the high standards of our academic programs. Your feedback is crucial in shaping the future direction of our curriculum.
Thank you in advance for your time and collaboration.Mental Health First Aid Summer Training
Congratulations to all faculty/staff and students who participated in the university's 2024-2025 Mental Health First Aid trainings hosted by the Office of the Dean of Students, Student Health Center and CLOE. We have had several that were unable to participate in the offered trainings during the semester.
Due to the overwhelming outpouring of interest we have partnered with the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill to accommodate those that are interested in taking the training virtually or in-person over the summer. We have a provided a link with the summer training schedule. If you are interested in any date provided via the link you can email mhfaprogram@ssw.unc.edu and copy ncatmhfa@ncat.edu with the date you are interested in attending the training.
Disciplinary Clearance
The Office of the Dean of Students has updated the procedures for disciplinary clearance requests. Please take a moment to review the procedures under each area that may pertain to your request. You can send your requests via secure share to make things easier for those submitting requests for student travel as well as student employment. You can click here to gain secure share access. Please be reminded that before any student travels a disciplinary clearance must take place at least a week prior to the travel date.
2024-2025 Handbooks
Our 2024-2025 Student and Student Conduct Handbooks have been posted. You can find important information about the university, student services and programs, policies, etc. in the Student Handbook. It is important for all student to know their rights and responsibilities along with the Student Conduct process. Please take time to review the information in each book. Do note that information is sometimes updated during the academic year and the campus community will be notified via university communications.
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.
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.
Faculty Professional Development Opportunities - Multiple Dates
We hope you can join us for the following valuable professional development opportunities. For questions or additional information, contact Imogene Baldwin at icbaldwi@ncat.edu or Dr. Craig Rhodes at rhodesc@ncat.edu. We look forward to seeing you there!
Please also note the upcoming Spring 2025 professional development opportunities below:
May 20 Writing the Next Chapter: at Mid-Career In-Person 1-4 p.m.
June 6 Post-Tenure Pathfinders In- Person 1-4 p.m.
June 19 Getting to N.C. A&T Administrators: Part 4 Virtual 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
*Remember to visit https://www.ncfdd.org/join to activate your membership to gain access to professional development webinars, virtual programs and resources.
2025 Erskine B. Bowles Staff Service Award – Deadline to Nominate: May 16
The nomination process for the Erskine B. Bowles Staff Service Award is open and seeking nominations. Let's put our campus in the mix! Please visit this website for more information or reach out to Penelope "Penny" Smith at pennys@ncat.edu for information. The deadline to nominate is Friday, May 16, 2025.
A&T Partners with WSJ to Offer School-Sponsored Susubscription
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
