A&T Announcements - June 3, 2026
JUNE
Fiscal Year End Deadlines for Travel Reimbursements, Cash Advances, T-Card Transactions;
Upcoming Splash Labs
Travel Reimbursements and Cash Advances
- All cash advances issued during fiscal year (FY) 2026 for completed travel must be reconciled and submitted by June 5, 2026. No cash advances will be issued for the remainder of the fiscal year.
Failure to comply may negatively impact future requests for travel advances. - All FY 2026 travel expenses for completed travel must also be reconciled and submitted by June 5, 2026, to ensure charges are recorded in the current fiscal year.
- Expenses submitted after this date may be charged to next fiscal year’s budget.
Travel (T-Card) Card Transactions
- It is extremely important that all T-Card transactions are reconciled promptly.
- All T-Card transactions must be reconciled and fully approved by June 23, 2026.
- It is the traveler’s responsibility to monitor expense reports and ensure all required approvals are completed before the deadline.
- Any unreconciled travel card transactions will be charged to next fiscal year’s budget.
Splash Labs
Travel Services will hold Emburse Enterprise Splash Labs on the following dates. Please register for the sessions on Cornerstone using your OneID credentials.
- June 2 ǀ 10 a.m. - Noon
- June 4 ǀ 10 a.m. - Noon
- June 9 ǀ 2 – 4 p.m.
- June 11
- Session 1 ǀ 10 a.m. – Noon
- Session 2 ǀ 2 - 4 p.m.
- June 16
- Session 1 ǀ 10 a.m. – Noon
- Session 2 ǀ 2 - 4 p.m.
- June 18
- Session 1 ǀ 10 a.m. – Noon
- Session 2 ǀ 2 – 4 p.m.
- June 23
- Session 1 ǀ 10 a.m. – Noon
- Session 2 ǀ 2 – 4 p.m.
Summer Schedule: Campus Recreation Center, Intramurals, Esports
Hours of Operation (Effective May 18): Campus Recreation Center
- 8 a.m. - 7 p.m., Monday - Friday
- CLOSED: Saturday-Sunday
Group Exercise Weekly Schedule (Classes Begin May 18)
- Monday/Wednesday, Pilates, 12:30-1:30 p.m.
- Tuesday/Thursday, Line Dancing, 12:30-1:30 p.m.
- Friday, Walking, 12:30-1:30 p.m.
Esports Lab
- Monday-Friday, 12 - 4 p.m.
Intramural Sports
- Faculty/Staff Pickleball
- Tuesday/Thursday, 12:30-2 p.m., Moore Gym
- Register for sessions here
- Contact Hermene Elks for questions at Hmelks@ncat.edu
Campus Recreation Center Memberships are available for faculty and staff
Note: As renovations continue to improve the Campus Recreation Center experience, please enter the building through the back dock doors. Aggie One Card must be presented.
N.C. A&T Weekly Farmers Market
Wednesdays through Aug. 26
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Front Porch, AVB Student Health Center
Visit the Fresh and Local Farmer’s Market on Wednesdays through Aug. 26! Shop fresh, local items and support a local farmer.
- SNAP/EBT accepted
- SNAP dollars quadruple for eligible produce purchases
- SNAP, cash and cards accepted
- SNAP sign up assistance available
Questions? Contact Shewana McSwain at 336/285-4673 or freshandlocal@ncat.edu
2026 Football Season Tickets Payroll Deduction
June 1-30
Submit your completed payroll deduction form by June 30
North Carolina A&T full-time employees!!
You are eligible to purchase your North Carolina A&T Aggies 2026 football season tickets through payroll deduction beginning Monday, June 1.
Please download the required form to participate in the program. Please email the completed form to the North Carolina A&T Athletics business officer, Sherry Long (longs@ncat.edu) with the subject line: 2026 Football Season Tickets.
Don't miss out on the 125th season of Aggie football! The payroll deduction deadline is Tuesday, June 30.
GRADS-4C 3rd Annual Cloud Computing Education in Data Science, Genomics and Health Symposia
June 8-9
Koury Convention Center, Greensboro, N.C.
More event information is here!
GRADS-4C Research Symposium 3rd Annual Cloud Computing Education in Data Science, Genomics and Health Symposia - AI and Digital Health: Potential, Promise and Peril; 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.
JULY
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 II graduation application deadline is July 10
Fall graduation application deadline is Sept. 11
Questions? Contact the Office of the Registrar at registrar@ncat.edu
Deese Advantage Summer Prep Institute
Rising High School Juniors/Seniors
July 13-17
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Craig Hall on N.C. A&T campus
Apply now for remaining spots
Deese Advantage Summer Prep Institute is a five-day summer day camp hosted by the Willie A. Deese College of Business and Economics at North Carolina A&T State University. Designed for rising high school juniors and seniors, this program focuses on strengthening math, readiness, business awareness, and college success skills.
Students will:
- Engage in interactive math labs, business-focused learning activities, and personalized instruction using a math assessment platform. Build confidence in math while demonstrating how it applies to real-world business careers such as finance, accounting, analytics, and entrepreneurship.
- Receive guidance on study skills, time management, and academic expectations to better prepare them for college-level coursework.
- Create a personalized learning plan and continued support through a required virtual follow-up during the fall semester, ensuring students remain on track for academic success.
Questions? Contact Shakinah Simeona-Lee at shakinah.simeona@gmail.com or 336/285-3326.
august
Faculty/Staff Institute
Aug. 14
More information to come
Classes Begin
Aug. 19
September
Fall 2026 Career Fair
Sept. 16
Noon - 5 p.m.
Special Event Center, Greensboro Coliseum Complex
Register via Handshake
Transportation provided for all students
Mark your calendars for the Fall 2026 Career Fair on Wednesday, Sept. 16 from 12-5 p.m. at the Greensboro Coliseum Complex. The event is for currently enrolled students at N.C. A&T and alumni only.
This is an opportunity for students and recent alumni to connect and network with employers for internships, co-ops, and full-time career opportunities. Professional dress is required for this event. Bring copies of your resume in hard-copy and digital formats.
Questions? Contact Shantea Gentry at sygentry@ncat.edu or Kendra Haywood at kyhaywood@ncat.edu
Minority Serving Cyberinfrastructure Consortium
Invites Your Input
As part of the Minority Serving Cyberinfrastructure Consortium grant project at N.C. A&T, the research team invites the A&T community to complete a brief, anonymous survey to better understand its use of research computing resources and overall cyberinfrastructure needs.Cyberinfrastructure includes computers, software, devices, networks, human skills, and technical expertise.
The insights gathered will help inform a transformative effort to enhance research capacity, strengthen data scholarship, and promote interdisciplinary collaboration at A&T.
The student portion of this survey was written by your peers, and we hope that you will engage and provide us with your honest feedback. Your participation is completely voluntary; no identifying information will be linked to your survey.
Additionally, if you are interested in participating in a graduate-student focus group to provide feedback about your research and computing experiences, please visit our contact form.
Your participation will help improve research computing across NC A&T and other HBCUs! For more about our NSF supported research please click here.
ADDITIONAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
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
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
