A&T Announcements - Jan. 16, 2026
January
UAPCC 2-Week University Curriculum Review
Jan. 19 - Feb. 2
As part of ongoing efforts to enhance and refine our curriculum, we are seeking your input on proposed curriculum changes. Your expertise and insights are crucial to ensuring the success and effectiveness of these modifications.
Please review the Curriculum Change Proposals located in 2025-2026 UAPCC 2-Week University Curriculum Review OneDrive using this link.
Then, please complete this Qualtrics Survey
To provide feedback on multiple programs and/or courses, please complete a new survey for each. Your feedback will contribute significantly to the improvement of our academic programs.
The following proposals are included in this review:
• Accounting Courses
• Animal Science Courses
• Applied Engineering Technology (AET) Courses
• Architectural Engineering (AREN) Courses
• Biology Courses
• BS in Child Development and Family Studies (2 degrees and courses)
• BS in Computer Engineering and Courses
• BS in Economics and Concentrations
• BS in Finance and Courses
• Chemistry Course
• Civil Engineering (CIEN) Courses
• Computer Graphics Technology (CGT) Course
• Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECEN) Course
• MBA with a Finance Concentration and Courses
• MS in Data Analytics and Courses
• Ph.D. in Applied Science and Technology
• Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Biopharmaceutical Operations
• Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)
You will have a two-week window from Jan. 19 to Feb. 2 to review the form and provide your feedback. Your prompt attention to this matter is highly appreciated.
For questions or concerns during the review process, please contact Dr. Nichole Smith at nlsmith2@ncat.edu.
Thank you in advance for your time and collaboration.
Student Center and Campus Rec Center Holiday Schedule
Monday, Jan. 19
12-8 p.m.
Both areas will resume normal schedules Tuesday, Jan. 20
Annual MLK Jr. Oratory Contest: Mission Possible II-Building Community,
Uniting a Nation the non-Violent Way
Monday, Jan. 19, 2026
7- 9 p.m.
Harrison Auditorium
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 (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.
Spring 2026 Study Abroad Information Sessions
Are you ready to take your education global? All N.C. A&T students interested in studying, interning, volunteering or conducting research abroad are required to attend a Study Abroad Information Session before beginning the application process.
These sessions will provide an overview of:
- Program types and destinations
- Scholarship and funding opportunities
- Application timelines and deadlines
- Steps to start your global experience
Don’t miss this opportunity to explore the world as part of your academic journey!
Study Abroad In-person Information Sessions:
All in-person sessions will take place in Frye Hall, Room 213 at 2:30 p.m.
- Tuesday, Jan. 20
- Wednesday, Feb. 18
- Monday, March 16
- Friday, April 17
Study Abroad Virtual Information Sessions:
Thursday, Jan. 29, 3 p.m. (ZOOM)
https://ncat.zoom.us/meeting/register/ap3nrUPtR6W5bc54VPw5Ew
Friday, Feb. 27, 11 a.m. (ZOOM)
https://ncat.zoom.us/meeting/register/JwvLLcovQZm0-uwZwC91uQ
Thursday, March 26, 2 p.m. (ZOOM)
https://ncat.zoom.us/meeting/register/bNBZlmOtRcKAQScD8Tmo_A
Questions? Contact the Office of International Affairs at StudyAbroad@ncat.edu.
Journalism/Mass Communication Town Hall
Jan. 21
1-2 p.m.
Crosby Hall, Room 215
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. 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 2026 collective theme is: “Mission Possible II: Building Community, Uniting a Nation the Non-Violent Way.”
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
Global Professional Development Workshop
Friday, Jan. 23
11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
General Classroom Building, Room A218
McNair Symposium Graduate School Fair
Friday, Jan. 23
1:30-4:30 p.m.
Alumni-Foundation Event Center
This event enables undergraduates to connect with a wide range of institutions offering advanced degree programs, including master’s, doctoral, law, medical, dental, etc. Students will be able to engage directly with university recruiters, ask questions, and gather essential information to support their graduate school application process.
Visit the Handshake link for more information.
Questions? Contact Shantea Gentry, 336/334-7755 or sygentry@ncat.edu
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
66th 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
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!
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!
FEBRUARY
English Department Faculty Book Talk
Featuring Professor James Daniels
Feb. 10
6-8 p.m.
Bluford Library Seminar Room
How to Get Started with Research
Feb. 10
6:30 p.m.
Frye Hall 108
Register here
The office of Honors Research is hosting a workshop on how to get started with research. The workshop will have two speakers: Dr.Nelson Granda and Dr.Maria Xueying Zhang. They will each talk for no more than 20 minutes, and have 10 minutes each for Q&A.
Learn the tips and tricks to starting your research. Earn points in Suitable towards Honors Research Excellence Award.
Questions? Contact Dr. Gerard Dumancas at ggdumancas@ncat.edu
NBA/HBCU Classic
Featuring N.C. A&T vs. Hampton University
Feb. 13, 8 p.m. (PST), 11 p.m. (EST)
Hampton University and North Carolina A&T State University will compete in the 2026 NBA HBCU Classic, presented by AT&T, as part of NBA All-Star 2026 at the KIA Forum in Los Angeles.Click here to learn more.
Astronaut Scholarship Application is Now Open
Apply by Feb. 15
The Astronaut Scholarship Foundation is offering up to $15,000 to exceptional undergraduate students who are rising juniors or seniors in STEM fields and conducting research. Any STEM major may apply, and you do not need to become an astronaut to qualify! The deadline to submit interest, eligibility, and nominations is Feb. 15, 2026, at 5 p.m. (EST). For more details and to apply, click here.
Questions can be directed to Dr. Gerard Dumancas at ggdumancas@ncat.edu.
MARCH
Love Letters to Black Culture:
Radical & Revolutionary Black Women
March 11
4-6 p.m.
Student Center, Room 385
Fulbright Student Scholarship Application is Now Open
Apply by March 30
The Fulbright U.S. Student Program invites graduating students to explore opportunities to study, teach, or conduct research abroad after graduation. Interested individuals should complete the interest and eligibility form here.
This program offers a chance to gain international experience and foster cross-cultural understanding. Don’t miss this opportunity to expand your academic and professional horizons globally!
Questions can be directed to Dr. Gerard Dumancas at ggdumancas@ncat.edu.
APRIL
English Department Research Symposium
April 29
TBD
Student Center, Room 385
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
