A&T Announcements - Sept. 26, 2025
N.C. A&T Fall Open House
Saturday, Sept. 27th
8 a.m.. - 2 p.m.
Check-in: 8-9 a.m.
Corbett Sports Center (S. Benbow Rd. Entrance)
Visit the Office of Undergraduate Admissions for more information and to REGISTER
Citation Management Using RefWorks - Basics Online Workshop
F.D. Bluford Library
Tuesday, Sept. 30, 11 a.m..
Register here
Facilitator: John Teleha, teleha@ncat.edu, 285-4183
This is an online workshop on Citation Management Using RefWorks. With ProQuest’s RefWorks citation management software, students, faculty, staff and other members of the N.C. A&T community will learn how this cloud-based application can reduce the time and effort needed to produce a reference list and/or place proper in-text citations in a paper for a class assignment, Master's Thesis, Ph.D. Dissertation, collaborative journal article, and/or grant proposal.
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The University Galleries hosts “The Healing Canvas: The Power of Visual Art and Mental Health in African American Communities”
Tuesday, Sept. 30
1:30 - 2:30 p.m.
Dudley Gallery
This event is part of the Galleries’ Curator’s Gallery Talk Series, ART Your Lunch! Featuring VPA art instructor and alumna Jessica Kelly. She’ll discuss how art serves as a tool for healing, reflection and transformation, particularly within Black and Indigenous communities.
This event is free and open to the public.
Literature Review: Online Workshop
F.D. Bluford Library
Tuesday, Oct. 2, 11 a.m..
Register here
What is a literature review? What purpose does it serve in research? Join Bluford Library to discuss strategies for conducting a literature review. Along the way, we will explore library services you may not know about and learn how to connect with librarians in your subject area for more in-depth help finding information. (Approximately 60 minutes)
Can't attend the workshop? Sign up to work with literature reviews one-on-one: https://ncat.libwizard.com/f/litreviewconsultation
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Pink Print Parade
Oct. 2 @ Noon
Student Health Center
Let’s come together to show our support, raise awareness and celebrate strength and resilience within our campus community. In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the Student Health Center is proud to host the “Pink Print” Parade on Wednesday, Oct. 2 at 12:00 p.m. We are deeply honored to recognize and celebrate our breast cancer survivors during this special event. If you are a survivor or know a faculty or staff member who would like to participate; we warmly invite you to register by Wednesday, Sept. 24.
Greatest Homecoming on Earth
99th edition
Oct. 5-12
Show your Aggie Pride and be a part of N.C. A&T's Greatest Homecoming oN Earth. Enjoy amazing student and alumni events, including the traditional Homecoming parade, football game, tailgating, concerts and so much more.
Visit the GHOE website for all event information
Digital/E-Portfolios Workshop
F.D. Bluford Library
Tuesday, Oct. 7, 11 a.m..
Facilitator: Forrest Foster, ffoster@ncat.edu, 285-4153
Register here
This workshop will provide an overview of the different types of e-portfolios in higher education and will discuss the applicability of e-portfolio use in a classroom setting, whether face-to-face or virtual.
E-portfolios are used in many academic settings, and creating an e-portfolio is particularly useful for students in many ways. E-portfolios can be a personal tool for storing, organizing, reflecting on, and sharing items or artifacts that represent your learning. Students can include documents, graphics, audio files, videos, presentations and coursework to demonstrate skills in certain areas. The Wix platform will be highlighted during this workshop series and supplemental digital tools will also be used and discussed.
Can't make the workshop? Schedule a one-on-one consultation:
https://ncat.libwizard.com/f/digitalportfolioconsultation
Visit the Bluford library workshop calendar for more learning opportunities
McDonald's Chef's Remix Comes to A&T
Oct. 8
A Thurgood Marshall College Fund Initiative
This is your chance to learn more about and apply for McDonald’s Black and Positively Golden Scholarship and experience music, style, food and entertainment.
Students will have the chance to experience:
- Immersive brand experiences and performances
- Sampling opportunities
- Local guest chefs
- Fun brand experiences
Scholarship, financial resources and career readiness tools and more
McDonald’s Chef’s Remix is McDonald’s bold, flavor-forward experience — an exclusive, McDonald’s-owned event led by celebrity chefs putting the spotlight on McCrispy Strips. More than just a tasting, it’s a moment designed for culture, where attendees get to flex their taste, drop their cosign and spark serious conversations with their circles.
Throughout the fall, Chef’s Remix is popping up at member schools to create a real-time connection and build deep, authentic credibility with students.
N.C. A&T Community & Economic Engagement Summit
Wednesday, Oct. 8
9 a.m.. - 5 p.m.
Elm & Bain, 620B S. Elm St., Greensboro, N.C. 27406
The N.C. A&T Office of Community Engagement invites you to the 5th Annual Community and Economic Engagement Summit on Wednesday, Oct. 8, 9 a.m..–5 p.m. at Elm & Bain in downtown Greensboro.
This year’s theme, “Legacy in Motion: Fueling Wealth, Innovation & Transformational Impact,” will spotlight strategies that strengthen economic growth, innovation and equity across the Piedmont Triad and beyond.
Register Today for $35 until Oct. 1
What to Expect:
Keynote: Kwame Molden ’09, Co-founder & President, SPGBK Watches
Special Guest: Rod Harvey, Founder, StarStruck™, and the author of "The Favored Felon"
Panels: Workforce development, re-entry after incarceration, and the economic contributions of N.C. A&T
Networking Lunch & Student Pitch: Hosted by Blackstone LaunchPad and the Center of Excellence in Entrepreneurship & Innovation
Closing Mixer: Live music by Victor Solomon ’22, international artist and finalist on The Voice and American Idol
Commencement Fall 2025: Staff Assistance
As plans are underway for our upcoming fall 2025 commencement ceremonies on Friday, Dec. 12 (graduate) and Saturday, Dec. 13 (undergraduate), we are seeking assistance from university staff.
We require all staff who work commencement to attend one of three training sessions that will be offered in the coming weeks. Please register for one of the training sessions noted below. New enhancements have been implemented and attending one of the sessions is critical to ensuring we deliver the best Aggie Experience for our graduates, friends and families.
Trainings will be held in the Alumni-Foundation Event Center.
Register for one of these trainings:
Monday, Oct. 6, 1-2:30 p.m.
Thursday, Oct. 16, 1-2:30 p.m.
Thursday, Oct. 23, 1-2:30 p.m.
Online Workshop Data Management Planning for Researchers
Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2025|
11 a.m.
Register here
Contact: David Rachlin djrachlin@ncat.edu
Are you applying for a research grant or beginning a research study? If you don’t have a Data Management Plan (DMP), you’re going to need one! All federal funding agencies now require DMPs. Join us to see how data management planning improves the quality of your research project and benefits all members of the research team, as well as other scientists around the world. This workshop will cover the basics of comprehensive data management planning, including storage of and global access to your data. (Approximately 75 minutes)
Mobile Mammogram Unit
Student Health Center Parking Lot
Oct. 16, 9 a.m..- 4 p.m.
Schedule an appointment by Oct. 2
The Alvin V. Blount Student Health Center, in partnership with Novant Health, is pleased to host a Mobile Mammogram Unit on Thursday, Oct. 16, from 9 a.m.. – 4 p.m. in the AVB Student Health Center Parking lot. This is a convenient opportunity to take care of your health by receiving a 3D mammography screening right here on campus. The minimum age for a screening mammogram is 35 years of age and insurance is required. We encourage you to reserve your appointment by Oct. 2.
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 a 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.
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
