A&T Announcements - March 18, 2026

MARCH

Honors Lecture Series: Why Black People Die Sooner

March 18
6:30 p.m.
Frye Hall Auditorium

The Honors College is hosting an Honors Lecture Series event featuring Dr. Joseph L. Graves, Jr., who will present a lecture titled “Why Black People Die Sooner.” The lecture will take place on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at 6:30 PM in Frye Hall Auditorium. This in‑person event is organized as part of the Honors Lecture Series to engage students and the campus community in scholarly discussion. The purpose of the lecture is to educate attendees about the social and scientific factors contributing to health disparities and to promote greater awareness and understanding of these issues.

Thurgood Marshall College Fund Pitch Event

March 19-21
Willie A. Deese College of Business and Economics/Frye Hall
Student Center

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University's Willie A. Deese College of Business and Economics is hosting the 2026 Thurgood Marshall College Fund Pitch Event March 19-21.

The Pitch™ 2026 is a dynamic three-day event that will unleash 100 students' intra and entrepreneurial mindset through real world problem-solving, collaboration, and skill development. Student participants will dive into real-world challenges, forming teams and creating minimally viable products (MVPs), guided by industry experts in workshops covering design thinking, business model canvas, customer discovery, intellectual property, prompt engineering, ethical AI usage, team building, and effective pitching.

The campus community is welcome and encouraged to attend open events, including:

• Opening Keynote Address: Innovating for Impact, 9:30 a.m., Deese Ballroom, Student Center
• Symbiotic Innovation Model Workshop, March 19, 11 a.m., Deese Ballroom

Friday, March 20

• Constructive Disruption (Toyota): Empowering Changemakers to Build from Within, 9 a.m., Deese Ballroom

Saturday, March 21

• Final 4 Teams Pitch + 1 Wild Card Team, 3 p.m., Frye Hall, Room 101
• Post Pitch Reflection, 4:15 p.m., Frye Hall Room 101

This multifaceted event equips students with a comprehensive skill set for real-world entrepreneurship and innovation. The Pitch™ cultivates robust student development, uniting product builders, creative thinkers, and business minds in 20 dynamic teams. 

UAPCC 2-Week University Curriculum Review

March 16-30

Pickleball for Faculty and Staff

March 3-summer
Moore Gym
12:30-2 p.m.
Register for sessions here

Pickleball open play began March 3 and continues into the summer. Faculty & Staff are welcome to Moore Gym on Tuesday and Thursday from 12:30 - 2 p.m.. Beginner lessons are available at noon. Paddles are provided. Please register for sessions.

Contact Hermene Elks for questions at Hmelks@ncat.edu

Honors College Application is OPEN
for Continuing Students

Apply by May 1

Been waiting for the perfect time to apply to Honors? This is it! The Honors College Application is now open for continuing N.C. A&T students. The application deadline date is May 1, 2026, at 11:59 pm.
To learn more about the Honors College, please attend one of our in-person or virtual Honors Friday Sessions:
   Friday, April 17, 2026, at 3:00 p.m.
   Friday, April 24, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.

Questions? Contact Morgan Dearing, mldearing@ncat.edu
For more information, visit here.

Applications are Open for Duke University's Code+ Summer Program

Experiential Learning for the Next Generation of Technology Leaders
NCShare will again host a project team in Duke University's Code+ program for summer 2026. Applications are now open

Calling all undergraduate students! Apply for Code+, a 10-week immersive summer coding experience on Duke’s campus. Each summer, Code+ brings together undergraduate students, faculty and IT professionals to solve meaningful problems through technology. Over 10 intensive weeks, students work in teams of 4–6 to design and build applications, dashboards, and AI-powered tools that support research, operations, and community initiatives. Many participants enter the program with very limited coding experience — and leave with the confidence to pursue internships, research and careers in technology.

Code+ emphasizes:

• Real-world, stakeholder-driven projects
• Exposure to multiple tech stacks
• Professional skill development
• Mentorship and peer community

This project-based summer experience is designed for students with no prior tech work experience. Students from NCShare participating institutions may apply only to the designated NCShare project (“Research Efficiency: Gamifying Smarter Compute Use”) and must use the non-Duke student application form.

Summer/Fall 2026 Graduation Application is Open!

The graduation application for Summer and Fall 2026 is now open. You can find the application in Aggie Access and complete the online form. The application fee is $60, non-refundable, so please meet with your advisor before you apply.
Important deadlines:

• Summer I graduation application deadline is May 8
• Summer II graduation application deadline is July 10
• Fall graduation application deadline is Sept. 11

•    How to submit your graduation application
•    Fees and payment details
•    Graduation requirements and next steps

Questions? Contact the Office of the Registrar at registrar@ncat.edu.

GRADS-4C Seed Grant/Call for Symposium Speakers

The Genomic Research and Data Science Center for Cloud Computing (GRADS-4C) is a collaborative educational hub between North Carolina A & T State University, Winston-Salem State University, North Carolina Central University, and Shaw University, focused on expanding participation in biomedical research through computational data science and genomics.
Here’s a quick look at the upcoming opportunities and events on our calendar, please save the dates and share with anyone who should be included! 

GRADS-4C Seed Grant — Applications close March 29, 2026, at 11:59 PM EST.
   Link: https://ncat.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cx2ryfxYUZNQ1jE 

GRADS-4C Training Fellowship — Applications close March 29,2026, at 11:59 PM EST.
   Link: https://ncat.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3Kj3naJQAFexyOW

Beyond Antibiotics Seminar Series: : Exploring Innovative Treatment Options for Pediatric Skin Infections — April 6, 2026, 10 – 11 a.m. EST | Virtual Seminar
   Registration Link: https://ncat.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0wI6myOafk2XQSG

GRADS-4C Research Symposium (Call for Speakers) - We’re now accepting speaker proposals for the 3rd Annual Cloud Computing Education in Data Science, Genomics and Health Symposia - AI and Digital Health: Potential, Promise and Peril; June 8-9, Koury Convention Center, Greensboro, N.C.
Registration and event information is here!
Key dates/info:

• Registration Open: March 1 – May 1
• Registration is FREE FOR STUDENTS (Undergraduate & Graduate)
• $25 Registration fee for PROFESSIONALS (Post-Doc/Early Career, Faculty/Staff & Industry)
• STUDENT: https://ncat.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3lU8jtySfd4o4om
• PROFESSIONAL: https://ncat2.gosignmeup.com/public/Course/browse?courseid=6650
• SHERTAON HOTEL BOOKING: https://book.passkey.com/go/GRDSCCC2026
• Abstract/Rapid Talk Submission: March 1st – April 1st
• Travel Awards are AVAILABLE (Limited Space)
• Complimentary breakfast & lunch with registration  

Honors Lecture Series:
Bridging the Gap Between Stage and Public

March 23
6:30 p.m.
Frye Hall Auditorium

The Honors College is hosting an Honors Lecture Series event featuring Adva Weinstein, who will present a talk titled “The Audience Advocate: Bridging the Gap Between Stage and Public.” The purpose of the lecture is to explore the role of audience advocacy in the arts and to foster greater connection between performers and the public.

This event is open to the campus community and is organized by the Honors College as part of its ongoing lecture series. 

Small Farms Week: Deep Roots, Strong Future

March 22-28
View agenda and register

Celebrate 40 years of small farm impact with North Carolina A&T State University Cooperative Extension during a statewide week of learning, connection, and growth.

Why Attend?

• Discover innovative techniques shaping the future of agriculture
• Participate in expert-led workshops and engaging panels
• Connect with farmers, industry leaders, and ag professionals
• Honor the resilience of North Carolina’s small farms

Center of Excellence for Social Justice
Scholar Activist-in-Residence Public Lecture

March 24
5 p.m.
Carver Hall, Room 104

The Center of Excellence for Social Justice (CESJ) at N.C. A&T is hosting college professor, award-winning writer, speaker and media host Melissa Harris-Perry, Ph.D., for her second visit as 2025-26 Scholar Activist-in-Residence through Tuesday, March 24.

As part of her residency, Harris-Perry will deliver a public lecture, “True to Our Native Land: Blackness, Land and Power in American Politics,” on Tuesday, March 24, at 5 p.m. in Carver Hall, Room 104, 402 Laurel St. 

The event is free and open to the public, including all students, faculty and staff.

Study with the Senate

March 26
5-8 p.m.
Bluford Library (various locations)

Join the SGA Senate in the Library Thursday, March 26, for Study with the Senate for a productive study session with FREE pizza and popcorn, good vibes, a journaling station, and wellness breaks. We’ll also have yoga stations, so please bring your own yoga mat and reset between study rounds. Grab your laptop, notes, a friend, and your yoga mat. The event will take place throughout the entire library building.

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.

Study Abroad In-person Information Sessions:
 All in-person sessions will take place in Frye Hall, Room 213 at 2:30 p.m.

• Friday, April 17 

Study Abroad Virtual Information Sessions:
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.   

2026-27 Aggie Poet Laureate Application:
Open Until March 27

Do you love the art of words and performing your poetry? Let your unique voice be heard across campus and the community as our next Aggie Poet Laureate. We need your voice—apply today! Applications are open through Friday, March 27.

Questions? Contact James Daniels here

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.

Become a Certified Career Champion-
Help Us Reach 100 This Semester!

Enroll here
Various dates/times

The Career Champions program is a three‑part training series designed to equip faculty and staff with tools to better support students’ career readiness. We currently have 63 certified Career Champions and are aiming to reach 100 by the end of the semester. To support this goal, additional virtual sessions are now available, and each session lasts one hour. While the three parts do not need to be taken consecutively, all must be completed to earn certification. Interested participants can register using the enrollment form.
Questions? Contact Eboni Johnson, ecjohnson5@ncat.edu 

APRIL

Meet Me for Tea: Mingle with Division
of Research Staff

April 6
3 p.m.
IRC 4th Floor Atrium
RSVP here

The Division of Research will host its first "Meet Me for Tea" event at the Fort IRC 4th floor Atrium on Monday, April 6 at 3 p.m.

This informal mix and mingle opportunity will allow employees and students to engage with division team members.

We want to meet you, so RSVP to let us know you're coming!

N.C. Department of Public Safety Seminar:
Reimagining Campus Safety Through Technology

April 7
1-2:30 p.m.
Deese Ballroom, Student Center
Register here

The North Carolina A&T Department of Public Safety is presenting a seminar, Reimagining Campus Safety Through Technology, a timely and forward‑looking discussion focused on how innovation, data, and emerging technologies are shaping the future of safety in higher education.

This session will explore how current and evolving technologies — supported by research and interdisciplinary collaboration — can enhance prevention strategies, improve communication and strengthen coordinated response efforts across university environments. The discussion will highlight proactive approaches to campus safety and the critical role technology plays in advancing institutional resilience.

This session is presented in collaboration with the  College of Science and Technology and is designed to foster dialogue among students, faculty, and staff on the intersection of technology, research, and campus safety operations.

We encourage you to join us for this engaging and thought‑provoking conversation.

Spring 2026 Student Honors Convocation

April 8
10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Harrison Auditorium

The Student Honors Convocation at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University is an annual event that celebrates undergraduate students who have demonstrated exceptional academic achievements. The ceremony includes the presentation of two prestigious awards:​

• The University Award for Academic Excellence: This honor is awarded to a senior undergraduate student with a perfect 4.00 GPA, recognizing their integration of academic excellence with leadership, community service, arts, athletics, and career achievements. ​

• The Chancellor’s Award for Academic Excellence: This award honors an undergraduate student with a minimum 3.75 GPA who has demonstrated academic excellence alongside leadership, community service, arts, athletics, and career achievements. ​

The convocation also acknowledges students with GPAs of 3.25 and higher, highlighting their dedication and hard work.

2026 Senior Art Exhibition (Opening Reception)

April 9
4:30 p.m.
Dudley Memorial Building

You’re invited to the Senior Art Exhibition, featuring artwork inspired by the clever and creative figure from Akan folklore — known for intelligence, strategy, and playful mischief. Come see how our Visual Arts seniors draw on West African traditions to bring these stories to life.

The exhibition opens with a reception on Monday, April 9, in the Dudley Memorial Building and runs through Friday, May 8.

2026 N.C. A&T Undergraduate and Graduate Research
& Creativity Symposium

April 23
9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Student Center
Submit abstract, poster, and 3-5 minute video explaining your research by March 31
Register here

Judges needed! All judging will be done online prior to the event using a given rubric and set of instructions. Please complete the form to serve as a judge for this years' symposium. We anticipate that it will take no more than 2 hours of your time from April 13 - 20.

We are excited to invite you to showcase your research or creative work at the 2026 N.C. A&T Undergraduate & Graduate Research and Creativity Symposium, taking place April 23, 2026, in the Student Center, from 9:30 a.m.– 3:30 p.m. This university-wide event celebrates the innovation, curiosity, and scholarly excellence of Aggies across every discipline.

Whether you’ve completed a research study, created an original artwork, designed a performance, or explored a new idea with a faculty mentor, this is your moment to share your work with the campus community. All accepted presenters receive a certificate, with awards given to top submissions. Participation also counts toward the Undergraduate Research Graduation Cord.

Introducing the Griot's Garden

April 23
4-7 p.m.
The Department of English is partnering with Downtown Greensboro Parks to host the Griot's Garden on Thursday, April 23, from 4–7 p.m. As part of the event, there will be a vendor market highlighting local authors, book-related items for sale, a poetry reading featuring the Greensboro Poet Laureate and an open mic.
Questions?Contact Liane Freshwater at lwfreshwater@ncat.edu

GRADS-4C Seminar Speaker Series:
Decoding the Chemical Languages of Plants

April 23
1-2 p.m.
Virtual
Register here

Join us for a virtual seminar hosted by the GRADS-4C Genomic Research and Data Science Center for Computation and Cloud Computing.

This seminar will explore modern approaches to studying plant biochemistry. It will focus on how researchers investigate the chemical signals, pathways and interactions that plants use to grow and communicate at the molecular level. Attendees will gain insight into innovative tools and techniques that are advancing our understanding of plant biology and opening new possibilities in agriculture, sustainability, and biotechnology.

Featured Speaker: Jing-Ke Weng, Ph.D. | Inaugural Director Institute for Plant-Human Interface | Professor of Chemistry, Chemical Biology, and Bioengineering | Affiliated Professor of Chemical Engineering | Northeastern University
Research Focus: Plant Biochemistry

2026 Faculty Research Symposium

April 24
8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Student Center
RSVP by Monday, April 6 See important deadlines below:

The Division of Research invites you to the 2026 Faculty Research Symposium.

This year's theme is "Catalysts of Innovation: Faculty Research Driving Discovery, Collaboration, and Economic Impact."

The symposium will incorporate an inspiring address from our distinguished keynote speaker, National Science Board Chair Dr. Victor McCrary, a poster session showcasing funded and unfunded research, breakout sessions with Sandia National Laboratories and Thermo Fisher, speed networking, splash labs to assist faculty with questions onsite, and more.

RSVP to attend by Monday, April 6, 2026

Important Deadlines: 
Call for Poster Presentations - faculty should submit proposal through Competition Space for your respective area/college/unit by March 31, 2026

English Department Research Symposium

April 29
10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Student Center, Room 385

2026 Faculty Excellence Awards

April 30
10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Deese Ballroom, Student Center

Each year N.C. A&T celebrates the outstanding accomplishments and efforts of its faculty innovators,educators, mentors and dynamic leaders with a celebration of faculty excellence. Faculty are recognized for excellence in research, interdisciplinary projects, teaching, graduate programs, community engagement and advising. They are also recognized via promotion and tenure appointments. 

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