A&T Announcements - Jan. 9, 2026

 January

Annual MLK Jr. Oratory Contest: Mission Possible II-Building community, Uniting a Nation the non-Violent Way

Submissions due Friday, Jan. 9, 11:59 p.m.
Contest takes place Monday, Jan. 19, 2026
7- 9 p.m.
Harrison Auditorium
Register here or email Gerald Spates at gspates@ncat.edu.

Contestants must submit an original, typewritten, double-spaced composition of oration via the online application.
Awards: 1st Place Winner: $500; 2nd Place Winner: $250, and 3rd Place Winner: $150.

Presentation: From Proposal to Final Product-Unpacking the Thesis and Dissertation

Jan. 20, 2026 (two sessions)
3:30 p.m. and 6 p.m.
In-person: A218 General Classroom Bldg.
Virtually:
 https://ncat.zoom.us/j/91409845440?pwd=6c7S63IBhzOKKzZUaUtUIloVS5CERW.1

The University Writing Center and The Graduate College have partnered to support graduate students through an interactive presentation titled "From Proposal to Final Product: Unpacking the Thesis and Dissertation." The presentation will also benefit undergraduate students who plan to pursue graduate study. 

Let’s Talk About It: Graduate Research Clearance

Jan. 21, 2026
Noon - 1 p.m.
IRC Room 410
Register here
The Graduate Research Clearance session of our "Let's Talk About It" series will focus on the Graduate Research Clearance process at N.C. A&T. This discussion is designed to provide clarity on requirements, timelines and best practices for ensuring compliance throughout the research lifecycle. We encourage all graduate research students and faculty advisors to attend, as this will be an informative and collaborative opportunity to address questions and share guidance.
Join us at Fort IRC, Room 410 on Jan. 21 at noon. Remember to RSVP!

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration

Thursday, Jan. 22
6:30 p.m.
UNC-G Auditorium (College of Visual and Performing Arts)
This event is free and open to the public.
For the past 13 years, the annual celebration of Dr. Martin L. King Jr. has been a collaborative effort among North Carolina A&T State University, the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, Guilford Technical Community College, Greensboro College and Guilford College.
The 2026 collective theme is: “Mission Possible II: Building Community, Uniting a Nation the Non-Violent Way.”
This year’s commemoration will be held on the campus of the University of North Carolina at Greensboro at 6:30 p.m. in the UNCG Auditorium (College of Visual & Performing Arts).
The program will feature:
   • Official welcome from a UNC-Greensboro representative
   • Student-led panel discussion reflecting on Dr. King’s legacy
   • Musical selections by N.C. A&T State University’s Fellowship Gospel Choir
   • Reception and additional presentations

F.D. Bluford Library Workshops 

F.D. Bluford Library is offering a wide range of workshops to faculty, staff and students to guide you through everything from literature review and citation management to digital e-portfolios and data management planning for researchers. 

There is definitely something for everyone's needs.  

View the schedule, learn more here.

Literature Review
Tuesday, Jan. 27, 11 a.m.

Facilitator: Harvey Long, hdlong@ncat.edu, 285-4185 
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)
Faculty/staff registration
Student Registration

WORKSHOP ON DEMAND
Learn more about the literature review on your schedule! Access the Literature Review workshop on-demand. 
SCHEDULE A CONSULTATION 
Have questions? Book a 30-minute consultation with librarian, Harvey Long, for assistance with the literature review.

Using Covidence for Systematic and Scoping Reviews
Thursday, Jan. 29, 11 a.m.

Facilitator: Mary White, mwwhite@ncat.edu, 285-4142
As a graduate student or faculty researcher, you may want to perform a review for publication. This workshop will help prepare you for review projects. First, we will briefly discuss different review methodologies, including systematic and scoping reviews. Next, we will explore Covidence, a tool that can help simplify the review process. Covidence is a cloud-based tool with the ability to perform title/abstract screening, full-text screening, data abstraction, and quality assessment all in one place.

Faculty/staff registration
Student Registration

66^th Sit-In Anniversary
Breakfast & Wreath Laying

Jan 30, 2026
Breakfast: 7 a.m.
Program: 8 a.m.
Alumni-Foundation Event Center
200 N. Benbow Road
N.C. A&T Campus

Wreath Laying: 10 a.m.
February One Monument

Tickets available Jan. 20 at the Ticket Office (Brown Hall)
Free and open to the public

Registration for Extended Campus 2026
Summer Camps is now open!

Register by Jan. 31, 2026!

This is a friendly reminder for all program directors and sponsors from cooperative extension, academic and athletic units to register their upcoming camps at your earliest convenience.
Summer Camps at North Carolina A&T State University offer a unique and enriching experience for both participants and organizers. This is a wonderful opportunity for our university community to contribute to engaging, educational, and fun summer programs.
If you have any questions or need assistance during registration, please contact the Extended Campus office at summercamps@ncat.edu or 336-334-7810.

Thank you for your participation and for helping make summer camps at N.C. A&T an engaging, educational, and memorable experience for all participants!

NBA/HBCU Classic

Featuring N.C. A&T vs. Hampton University
Feb. 13, 8 p.m. (PST), 11 p.m. (EST)

Click here to learn more.

Additional Announcements

The Living Archives Project: Your Memories, Our History

F.D. Bluford Library’s Living Archives Project is an initiative to preserve the vibrant experiences and shared memories of N.C. A&T. students. Through the collection of student-contributed photographs, the Library aims to document the spirit, creativity, and everyday life of the Aggie community. This living archive ensures that the stories, traditions, and moments that define each generation are captured and preserved as part of the University’s history.    
Students can submit their photos here: https://forms.office.com/r/t5ZdBi5b3p

Coming Fall 2026 – Canvas by Instructure

North Carolina A&T State University will transition to a new learning management system (LMS), Canvas, for the Fall 2026 semester as a replacement for Blackboard. Canvas is widely adopted, integrates with many tools, and supports modern pedagogical features, offering a flexible and user-friendly environment for teaching and learning.
​Information sessions​ for faculty, chairs, and administrative staff are scheduled for November and December 2025. Click here to register. Training will begin January 2026. Visit the Canvas Implementation website for FAQs and more information about the transition.

Thank you for your engagement and patience as we embark on this exciting new chapter.

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