A&T Announcements - Sept. 16, 2024
The University Writing Center is Open!
The University Writing Center (UWC) is staffed by passionate undergraduate and graduate consultants who are eager to teach their peers how to craft effective communication for their target audiences.
A309 General Classroom Building
Monday - Thursday: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (in-person and virtual)
Friday: 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. (in-person and virtual)
Friday: 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. (Aggie Power Hour Only)
Visit the UWC's website to learn about its services, to schedule an appointment, or to request a service.
Open Educational Resources: Syllabi Library
F.D. Bluford Library has created an online collection of syllabi that utilize open educational resources or low-cost text books (under $25). Anyone is welcome to use these syllabi for their courses as an inspiration for their future classes.
If you would like a librarian to review your syllabus for OER conversion or if you have a syllabus that uses OER and low-cost text books, please email our Electronic Resources Librarian, Franklin Robinson: fcrobins@ncat.edu.
Student Center and Campus Recreation Center Fall 2024 Schedule
Student Center
Saturday, Aug. 17 8 a.m. – 11 p.m.
Effective Sunday, Aug. 18
Monday – Friday 7 a.m. to 12 a.m.
Saturday 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Sunday noon to 11 p.m.
Campus Recreation Center
Effective Wednesday, Aug. 21
Monday – Thursday 6 a.m. to 12 a.m.
Friday 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Saturday 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Sunday 2-9 p.m.
SAFE Zone Ally Development Fall 2024 Trainings
The Office of Intercultural Engagement/LGBTA Resource Center will offer SAFE Zone Development Ally Training for Fall 2024. This training is in-person and virtually for students, faculty, staff and administrators. This training is free to attend and registration is required. Contact Gerald Spates gspates@ncat.edu.
In-person trainings:
Sept. 18 10 a.m. to noon
Oct. 16 10 a.m. to noon
Nov. 20 10 a.m. to noon
Register here.
Virtual trainings:
Sept. 27 1 p.m. Register here.
Nov. 5 11 a.m. Register here.
The University Writing Center is Hiring Writing Consultants
The University Writing Center is hiring undergraduate and graduate students for Writing Consultant positions for the fall 2024 semester. If you enjoy supporting others with their writing, join our team. As a writing consultant, you will assist your peers, improve your own writing skills, and advance your professional development.
The position will begin on Aug. 21, 2024. Review of applications will begin immediately. Apply today at Handshake!
Meditation and Prayer Room Created in The Library
F.D. Bluford Library recently created a prayer and meditation room (Rm. 303). Students, faculty, and staff can book room 303 on the quiet floor of the library. The space is for single-person use only. Book here.
Two New Student Forms Available
Students, the Office of the Registrar is pleased to announce that the following forms are now accessible on the Aggie Hub under "Student Forms:”
-Course Audit Request Form
-Student Release Authorization Form
Survey Participation: Reimagine Campus with N.C. A&T Landscape Architecture Program!
What does an ideal campus look like to you? What would you change if you could, or, what do you love? Help us evaluate the present and consider the future by sharing your ideas about campus design in a short survey. Ideas will be used to inform Facilities' and LDAR's work.
N.C. A&T Welcomes Dr. James R. Martin II, Chancellor
James R. Martin II, Ph.D., was elected as the 13th chancellor of North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University on June 21, 2024, by a vote of the University of North Carolina System Board of Governors, following his nomination by UNC System President Peter Hans.
Chancellor Martin began work in the new role on Aug. 15. Read more here!
AAC&U Membership
North Carolina A&T recently became a member of the American Association of Colleges and Universities (AAC&U). As part of this membership, you are now included in this esteemed community. Benefits range from professional development opportunities to networking events, all designed to enhance your academic and professional journey. To get started, visit the AAC&U website and click on My Account (upper right corner), then click on Create Account. There is no cost associated with individual membership.
Preparing for Aggie Access Upgrade
We are excited to announce that we will be rolling out a new look for Banner Student Self-Service 9, known as Aggie Access! The latest version of Aggie Access will incorporate new features that will include a new Student Profile page with a modern look and feel, making it easier to access important student information. For more information, please visit our Banner Student SSB9 website for more updates.
What does this mean for faculty and students?
· Links to Aggie Access will not change. The layout and navigation will change. Faculty and students will have new features that you will need to navigate through, and we have created training videos to help you with your new experience.
· Fall 2024 New first-time freshman and transfer students will begin to enjoy the new enhancements beginning Fall 2024.
How will this change the user experience?
· Combines important information. All course and organization information – like grades, messages, calendar information – is all consolidated into one global view, the Student Profile, minimizing the time spent navigating into each individual link.
· Only one click away. See something that needs your attention? Just click on it and you will be taken directly there, minimizing clicks and saving time.
· Works well on mobile devices. This navigation is designed to work well regardless of which device is being used.
· Modern, intuitive user experience. Users will enjoy this simple, intuitive, engaging user experience.
In the weeks to come, the Aggie Access Banner Student SSB9 team will be providing demos of the new interface and other resources to help users prepare for this exciting change! We will also be sharing this communication with deans, chairs, faculty and students over the next few days. If you have any questions about the upgrade or if you desire a demonstration, please do not hesitate to let us know.
Enrolled Student Employees with Summer Employment
Student employees (i.e., graduate research/teacher assistants, undergraduate student worker and federal work study) enrolled below half-time credit hours during Summer Session I and/or II academic terms may be eligible for social security FICA and Medicare tax exemption from payroll wages.
To learn more, please review the Student FICA Exemption Policy and Payroll Student FICA Exemption Form. Those who meet one of the safe harbor conditions must complete Section I and II of the required form and submit to SecureShare. Students not enrolled during the academic term of employment are subject to social security taxes. Note: There are no actions required for student employees who are enrolled with full-time credit hours or at least half-time credit hours within the academic term. Please direct all questions related to this process to payroll@ncat.edu.
Find Support During Finals on Togetherall – Available 24/7
Hey Aggies, if you’re struggling to stay motivated and on task, we get it. Finals are stressful & you’re likely not the only one feeling the pressure. Connect with others who understand what you’re going through and take advantage of a resource called Togetherall. It’s an anonymous, online peer-to-peer mental health community that is active 24/7 and it’s free! Click on this link to learn more. You can also reach out to Counseling Services for more information at 336-334-7727.
2024-2025 FAFSA and Aid News
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is a critical completion milestone on the college access journey for students and their families. The FAFSA process has changed to implement provisions of the FUTURE Act and the FAFSA Simplification Act. At a high level, the FAFSA changes are a significant overhaul of the FAFSA system, including an updated FAFSA form, need analysis, and provisions to many of the policies and procedures used by schools. The FAFSA determines a student's eligibility for multiple grants and aid for all income levels. Regardless of income, any student who wants to be considered for federal, state, and school financial aid programs is encouraged to complete the FAFSA.
FAFSA News and Aid Resources
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FAFSA Toolkit: The Financial Aid Toolkit provides federal student aid information and outreach tools for counselors, college access professionals, nonprofit mentors, and other advisors.
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Students attending North Carolina A&T State University in Fall 2024 and Spring 2025 are encouraged to complete the 2024-2025 FAFSA at www.studentaid.gov. If you have already completed the 2024-2025 FAFSA, you will be notified of your eligibility status between April 15-30.
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Students attending N.C. A&T State University in academic year 2024-25 are encouraged to begin researching scholarship opportunities.
Financial Aid Cost of Attendance Survey Request
On March 18, 2024, the University of North Carolina System began surveying students regarding the 2024-2025 Cost of Attendance (COA). The COA is the cornerstone of establishing a student's financial need, as it sets a limit on the total aid that a student may receive for purposes of the Campus-Based TEACH Grant and Direct Loan programs and is one of the basic components of the Pell Grant calculation. Surveys will be emailed to students’ university email addresses. Students are strongly encouraged to complete the COA survey.
Next NC Scholarship (2024-25 Academic Year)
North Carolina residents attending N.C. A&T Fall 2024 and Spring 2025 may be eligible for up to $8,000 in the Next NC Scholarship. For a complete list of requirements, please visit the College of Foundation of North Carolina.
Summer 2024 Financial Aid
Students attending N.C. A&T Summer 2024 can complete the Summer Financial Aid Application beginning Monday, April 1.
The Aggie Summer Scholarship will not be offered in Summer 2024. Please visit the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships in the Dowdy Administration Building, suite 100, to determine summer aid eligibility.
Financial Aid Changing Service Delivery Model, Hours to Better Serve Students
Beginning Friday, March 22, the Office of Financial Aid will change its service delivery model to better serve the North Carolina A&T student body and incoming students.
Financial Aid recognizes that reaching its staff by telephone can be difficult during peak periods. The new “focused” office hours will allow Financial Aid to better serve students in person or by phone and process the high volume of paperwork that flows through Financial Aid daily.
New Schedule (Effective May 22, 2024)
Monday–Thursday
Service by phone and email: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Walk-in service: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Appointments: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Process documents: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Friday
Service by phone and email: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Professional development and process documents: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Closed for walk-in service
Closed for appointments
The new operations schedule will enable Financial Aid staff to be more responsive to students by phone more easily during hours focused exclusively on that need. The new schedule will be more beneficial for students who need assistance with questions regarding federal financial aid and scholarship programs.
Togetherall: Mental Health Support
Feeling some pressure? Vent here and find support to tackle it all! Anonymously log in and share your thoughts and feelings on Togetherall—a 24/7 anonymous online peer community monitored by mental health professionals. Twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year– a whole community is ready to support you. Visit https://togetherall.com/en-us/join/freeuniversitysupport/ or call Counseling Services at 336-334-7727 for more information.
Digital Navigator Program – Ongoing
F.D. Bluford Library has launched 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.
Ally Accessibility Tool
Earlier this fall, a new accessibility tool, Ally, was added to all online courses in Blackboard to enhance accessibility. On Dec. 19, Ally was added to all Spring 2024 courses and all Blackboard course shells going forward.
Faculty and staff can register for training at: https://learn.ncat.edu
Students can register for training at: https://ncat.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYqc-2qrz0sHdOC1JybNFHV_QU8XvY2lxjK
For more information regarding Ally and accessibility, contact ITTD (336-285-4499) or visit: https://hub.ncat.edu/administration/its/ittd/ally.php
Flu/COVID Vaccines
Aggies know what to do! Come through the Student Health Center and get your COVID and flu vaccines.
The Alvin V. Blount Jr. Student Health Center now has updated Pfizer and Moderna COVID booster vaccines as well as seasonal flu shots available to protect you and your loved ones! Stay up to date with all your recommended vaccination needs. No appointment is necessary! Feel free to give us a call if you have any questions, please call 336-285-2905 or email health@ncat.edu.
Vaccination Hours: Monday: 8 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., 2-4 p.m.
Tuesday: 8 a.m. -12:30 p.m., 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Thursday: 8 a.m. -12:30 p.m., 2 – 4 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m. - 12:30pm, 2-4 p.m.
*Vaccines will be billed to most major insurance plans.*
Free and anonymous online mental health platform for students
So much in the world right now is uncertain and challenging—but you don’t have to feel alone. Togetherall provides currently enrolled Aggies with free tools and support so you can take control of your mental health and well-being, while staying connected to others with similar experiences. Join Togetherall’s anonymous community of college students for support and a place to voice your feelings. Moderated by professionals to keep you safe, Togetherall is here for you. To learn more about Togetherall or how to register, you can use this link, go to togetherall.com, or contact N.C. A&T Counseling Services at 336-334-7727.
A&T Cybersecurity Alert
North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University has been informed by third-party vendors that provide services to many of our students and employees of a cyberattack that exposed the personal data of some of their customers. No systems owned or operated by N.C. A&T were compromised in this incident, but personal information from some customers or users, including individuals affiliated with A&T, was exposed. The affected businesses are contacting affected individuals directly. For additional information, go to the A&T Cybersecurity Alerts page.
N.C. A&T ID Cards Approved for Voter Photo Identification
On July 17, 2023, the North Carolina State Board of Elections (NCSBE) approved 99 institutions’ student and employee identification cards – including North Carolina A&T State University – for use as photo identification for voting in the 2023 municipal elections and 2024 primary and general elections statewide. Approved cards will remain valid for use as a voter’s photo ID through Dec. 31, 2024.
For additional details, see Voting as an N.C. A&T Student / Employee Voter Information.
Togetherall Online Peer-to-peer Community for Students
Everyone is on their own mental health journey, but sometimes you can feel like no one understands what you’re going through. This is why Counseling Services has partnered with Togetherall - an anonymous, online peer-to-peer community where students can connect with others who have real lived experience. Free and active 24/7, register with your student email here. To learn more, watch this video.
Aggie Resources
This sheet provides the N.C. A&T with quick and efficient access to our campus and community resources. This will provide students with the information and support that they need when experiencing or knowing someone experiencing crisis. Listed are all available resources in both English and Spanish!
STEM Scholarship and Credential Opportunities
N.C. A&T University has started a digital badge program, funded by the National Science Foundation, to enable undergraduate students to increase their STEM skills through mentorship programs, experiential learning activities, research opportunities, scholarships, and more. The ASETTS program connects students to researchers, professionals, and alumni from STEM‐related fields currently working in transportation careers and give students extra credentials to increase their marketability and secure employment after graduation. If you would like to learn more about this program, please complete this form.
UPD Public Safety App "SafeZone"
The University Police Department and Emergency Management are encouraging all Faculty, Staff, and Students to download the public safety application "SafeZone". Put our campus emergency "Blue Phones" in your pocket by allowing you to make contact with the police department at the touch of a button. The "SafeZone" app allows you to request assistance, report suspicious activity, and get general safety information all in one location. Download today in the Apple Store or Google Play Store.
Laboratory Animal Resource Unit Renovation – Jan. 1, 2023 to Sept. 1, 2024
Suspension of use of Laboratory Animal Resource Unit (LARU). On Sept. 20, 2021, the College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences (CAES) was awarded a $5.1 million grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to renovate and modernize the Laboratory Animal Resource Unit (LARU). Presently, the facility is scheduled to undergo renovation beginning May 2023. During this time, no animals can be housed in the vivarium to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all animals and vivarium personnel.
Effective immediately, grant submissions that require housing laboratory animals between the estimated timeframe of Jan. 1, 2023 – Sept. 1, 2024 should identify alternatives to LARU, as well as budget for the services required, as LARU will not be available. Investigators that currently house animals in LARU and/or were recently approved and funded to conduct animal research, will be provided temporary housing space to continue their research efforts. Further information regarding the relocation of the research animals can be obtained from Andrea Gentry-Apple, DVM, Director of the Laboratory Animal Resource Unit and Paulnisha Granger-Koonce, Administrator for the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee in the Office of Research Compliance and Ethics. Thank you for your patience and understanding during this time of transition.
Aggie Source Food Pantry/Aggie Rack
The Aggie Source Food Pantry and Rack is available to all currently enrolled students by appointments during regular operating hours. We offer food, feminine products at the pantry and professional wear at the professional clothing at the Rack. If you have any questions or would like further assistance, or information on drop-off please call 336.285.4453 or email us at aggiesource@ncat.edu. Hours of Operation: 1 - 5 p.m. (Monday and Tuesday) 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. (Wednesday and Thursday)
The mission of the Aggie Source Food Pantry is to support individuals by alleviating the stress associated with short-term food insecurity and other financial constraints, through the collection of non-perishable and shelf-stable food items. Apply today on 1891Connect! The Aggie Source food pantry is located at 205 Nocho Street, Suite 115 (the old Sebastian Health Building). We are open to currently registered students during regular hours of operation.
Suicide Prevention and Resources
Counseling Services is here to help. We are located in Murphy Hall Suite 109 and can be reached at 336-334-7727 for free and confidential services.
Additional resources:
Call 911
Report to your nearest ER
Dial 988 for Suicide & Crisis Hotline
Call Counseling Services
Download Togetherall App
Download myssp app
Download OASIS app
Download Early alert app
Clear Bag Policy for Harrison Auditorium
In an effort to enhance public safety, Harrison Auditorium has modified its security policy by limiting the size and style of bags allowed in the Auditorium.
Approved Bags • Clear Tote – Plastic, vinyl or PVC and do not exceed 12″x6″x12″ • Plastic Storage Bag – Clear, one (1) gallon, resealable • Small Clutch Purse – Approximately the size of a hand with or without a handle or strap. No larger than 4.5″ x 6.5″ with or without a handle or strap. Can be carried separately or within an approved plastic bag.
An exception will be made for medically necessary items after proper inspection at a gate designated for this purpose. Please limit the number of items you bring to the facility on event days. Prohibited items include, but are not limited to: • All purses, bags or containers larger than a small clutch bag • Backpacks • Binocular case – Binoculars may be worn around the neck • Briefcases • Camera bags • Cinch bags • Computer bags • Coolers • Fanny packs • Luggage of any kind • Seat Cushions
Introduction to the Center for Advanced Transportation Mobility
Watch A Brief Introduction to Center for Advanced Transportation Mobility (CATM) to learn more about the center and its efforts. Maranda McBride, Ph.D., professor of management and CATM director, explains the research, education, workforce development, and technology activities sponsored by CATM to accomplish the goal of identifying and disseminating solutions that address mobility challenges associated with the movement of both people and goods as well as other critical transportation issues.
Follow N.C. A&T on Social Media
Make sure to stay in the know! Get the latest information, updates, news and activities. Follow N.C. A&T on all social media platforms. Visit here.
COVID-19 Testing and Vaccination/Boosters Available
The A.V. Blount Jr. Student Health Center is available for COVID-19 testing Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
COVID-19 vaccines are also available at the Student Health Center Pharmacy Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m. and 2-4 p.m. daily.
Eastern Transportation Coalition MBUF Pilot EnrollmentAs gas tax that supports a well-functioning transportation system has become unsustainable over the last decade, the Eastern Transportation Coalition, a partnership of 17 states and Washington D.C., needs your help to explore an alternative approach, called a Mileage-Based User Fee (MBUF), where each driver pays for the miles they drive instead of the fuel they buy.
To better understand how an MBUF program could work, the Coalition is conducting a FREE Pilot Program in North Carolina and they want N.C. A&T students, faculty, and staff to join and tell them their perception of MBUF and its impact on our communities. Please see more information and sign up on this link. Your voice matters for new upcoming statewide transportation initiative!
Learn STEM Skills and Credentials with Digital Badge Program
N.C. A&T is starting a digital badge program, funded by the National Science Foundation, to enable undergraduate students to increase their STEM skills through mentorship programs, experiential learning activities, research opportunities, scholarships, and more.
The ASETTS program will connect students to researchers, professionals, and alumni from STEM‐related fields currently working in transportation careers and give students extra credentials to increase their marketability and secure employment after graduation.
Attend Mandatory Information Session if Interested in Starting a New Student Organization
Are you passionate about starting a new student organization on campus? We invite you to attend our New Student Organization (NSO) to Registered Student Organization (RSO) Interest Information Workshop, where you'll receive crucial information on establishing a NSO and applying for RSO status.
Why Attend?
1) Comprehensive Guidance: Learn the essential steps to create a new student organization.
2) Mandatory Info: This session is crucial for anyone looking to start a new group.
Attendance is mandatory. One date remains:
Monday, Sept. 16, 6-7 p.m. in Student Center 385
You must choose to attend only one of the workshop dates listed above. Don’t miss this opportunity to get all the details you need to make your vision a reality. We look forward to seeing you there!
Digital/E-Portfolios Workshop – Sept. 17
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 a variety of 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 be used and discussed as well.
The workshop will be held virtually on Sept. 17 at 11 a.m. Register here.
Can't make the workshop? Book a 30-minute consultation with librarian, Forrest Foster, for assistance with digital portfolios here.
A Seat at the Table: Gilman Scholarship Essay Workshops – Multiple Dates/Times
Please join The Office of International Affairs and University Writing Center for “A Seat at the Table: Gilman Scholarship Essay Workshop: Writing Your Way Across the World: Four Key Strategies for Writing a Winning Scholarship Essay."
Are you ready to take your study abroad dreams to the next level? Have you attended a Study Abroad Information Session? Will you apply for a Benjamin A. Gilman scholarship to help fund your study abroad experience?
Please join us for an engaging workshop facilitated by Dr. Shirley E. Faulkner-Springfield. Dr. Faulkner-Springfield is the Director of the University Writing Center and has over 25 years of experience in helping students achieve scholarship success.
The 4-week Gilman scholarship writing workshop sessions will provide participants with the strategies and confidence needed to create an essay that resonates with scholarship committee members. Participants will learn how to
• Understand the Prompt: Learn what scholarship committees are looking for.
• Tell a Personal, Compelling Story: Learn techniques for weaving unique
experiences and aspirations into a powerful narrative.
• Structure Your Essay: Learn how to format a clear, engaging, and persuasive
essay.
• Revise: Learn how to polish an essay to near perfection with editing and
proofreading tips.
The workshops will be held on Wednesdays Sept. 18, Sept. 25, and Oct. 2, 2024.
We will have two sessions: 3-4:30 p.m. and 5-6:30 p.m. (Times are subject to change)
Location: Frye Hall 2nd Floor, Room 210
Please sign up here. Times are subject to change.
Text Analysis Basics: Online Workshop – Sept. 19
Text analysis (text data mining) is the process of collecting, organizing, and analyzing large amounts of text in order to discover new information imbedded within a text dataset. For example, you might be interested in examining word and phrase frequencies in political speeches, use of keywords across social media posts, or even how texts are connected with the use of specific language. In this workshop, you will learn the basics of text analysis using free Constellate software and text files from JSTOR. From here, you can begin your own text analysis using your own data in Python and R environments.
Register for this online workshop hosted virtually on Sept. 19 at 11 a.m. here.
Can't make the workshop? Book a 30-minute consultation with librarian, Dr. Thomas Patterson, for assistance with text analysis here.
Sip N' Paint at the Makerspace - Sept. 20
Get to know your creative side at the Library Makerspace Sept. 20, 5-8 p.m.! This free event, featuring non-alcoholic refreshments with supplies provided, is a chance to relax and create something. Register for this event here.
Data Management Planning for Researchers: Online Workshop – Sept. 24
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 be held on Sept. 24 at 11 a.m. and will cover the basics of comprehensive data management planning, including storage of and global access to your data. Register for this online workshop here.
Can't make the workshop? Book a 30-minute consultation with librarian, David Rachlin, for assistance with data management planning here.
we be theorizin, a book talk with poet Dr. Kendra N. Bryant Aya – Sept. 25
Dr. Kendra Nicole Bryant Aya of the Department of English will be reading from her poetry collection, we be theorizin on Wed. Sept. 25, 6-7:30 p.m. Join us in the seminar room of F.D. Bluford Library on the second floor.
Research Impact: Assessing and Tracking Your Research – Sept. 26
Do you want to know what kind of impact your published research is making in your discipline? Do you want to plan your research trajectory? Looking to publish in the top journals but do not know where to start? Join Bluford Library to learn how you can track, analyze, and visualize the impact of your research. We will explore research impact tools that are easy to use, and which provide a variety of options for analyzing your research engagement. These tools also provide opportunities to network with other researchers in your field and identify potential collaborators. Research impact data can also be analyzed on an institutional basis, which can aid campus decision-making.
Register for this online workshop held virtually Sept. 26 at 11 a.m. here.
Can't make the workshop? Book a 30-minute consultation with librarian, Tiffany Russell, for assistance with research impact here.
Save the Date: Provost's Faculty Fellows Presentation – Sept. 27
Join us for the Provost Seed Fellows Campus Presentations Webinar Sept. 27, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., where this summer's seed fellows will present their innovative research projects in concise 5-minute sessions. The event is open to all students, faculty, and staff, providing a unique opportunity to explore cutting-edge ideas and foster interdisciplinary connections. Don't miss this chance to support our fellows and engage with the latest research happening on campus! Click this Zoom link to join!
Using ORCID (Open Researcher and Contributor ID) to Establish a Strong Researcher Identity – Oct. 1
If someone "googled" you to learn more about your research and expertise, would they get a clear picture of who you are as a researcher and the contributions you have made within your field of study? Taking the time to ensure you have a strong research identity can yield numerous benefits such as providing a sense of focus and direction for your research, demonstrating expertise in your area of research, and helping you to develop a strong network system. Creating an ORCID iD, a unique, open digital identifier, will help you to create and maintain a strong research identity. The ORCID iD also helps funders, publishers, scholarly societies, and other researchers find and distinguish your work from others. This workshop will provide an overview of ORCID, instructions on how to create an ORCID iD, and other practical tips on establishing a strong research identity.
Register for this online workshop here.
Can't make the workshop? Book a 30-minute consultation with librarian, Tiffany Russell, for assistance with research identity here.
Open Educational Resources and Course Adopted Texts | Online Workshop – Oct. 3
With textbook costs increasing with each new edition published, now is the perfect time to plan to lower textbook costs in the future. Open educational resources (OERs) and Course Adopted Texts are great alternatives to traditional textbooks. Research suggests that students and faculty exposed to OERs view these resources as comparable to traditional textbooks in terms of quality. Studies have also shown that OERs can dramatically lower the cost of educational resources which can positively affect student expenses and debt rates. Bluford Library offers access to a database called Faculty Select to help faculty explore textbook alternatives that save students money. Learn about how to use licensed library ebooks and openly licensed materials via Faculty Select instead of costly textbooks.
The workshop will be held Oct. 3 at 11 a.m. and will last approximately 60 minutes. Register here to attend.
Can't make the workshop? Book a 30-minute consultation with librarian, Franklin Robinson, for assistance with open educational resources here.
Mental Health First Aid Training – Oct. 5
We would like to welcome all students, faculty and staff back to the university. As we gear up for a successful academic year, we are offering training opportunities to our campus community to better understand how to recognize early, worsening, and crisis situations. The Office of the Dean of Students will host a student training on Saturday, Oct. 5 9 a.m. -3:30 p.m. If you'd like to sign up for the course please email ncatmhfa@ncat.edu.
Fulbright Program Grant – Take Your Aggie Pride Worldwide!
Calling all Aggies (graduating seniors, current graduate students and alumni)!
*Are you curious about other cultures?
*Would you love to engage in a fully-funded cross-cultural exchange in one of 160 countries for 8-12 months and represent your slice of America?
*Can you imagine living out the phrase "Aggie Pride, Worldwide?"
The Fulbright U.S. Student Program grant may be a great fit for you!
Read more here and contact Ms. Alsace Gallop at acgallop@ncat.edu
Note: The campus endorsement deadline has passed (https://www.ncat.edu/honors/national-scholarships-fellowships/endorsed-eos.php); however, if you are a great fit and motivated, you may be able to still apply in this year’s cycle if you reach out by Sept. 11, 2024.
Start your Gilman International Scholarship Program (<$9K) application!
If you are a current undergraduate student who would like up to $9K to support study, internships, or research outside the U.S., you may be eligible for the Gilman International Scholarship Program!
If so, start your online application now and submit before Oct. 10, 2024! Contact Ms. Alsace Gallop for specialized writing assistance and follow on Twitter and Instagram: https://linktr.ee/ncat_eo.
The Gilman International Scholarship Program is a prestigious national program (branded as an externally funded “extraordinary opportunity (EO)” at N.C. A&T) and it can help you succeed during college and afterwards when you look for jobs or graduate degree programs. It offers up to $5,000 for Pell Grant recipients and eligible military dependents to intern or study abroad, as well as up to $3,000 additional to learn a critical language like Arabic or Swahili and up to $1,000 additional for STEM research while abroad. N.C. A&T is a 20-year Top Producer of Gilman Scholars (https://www.ncat.edu/news/2021/11/gilman-top-20.php)!
Contact Ms. Gallop to learn about the Gilman Scholarship and 75+ other EOs!
Open Enrollment: History of Psychology in Europe Tour – May 2025
Enrollment is now open for the Faculty Led "History of Psychology in Europe Tour" May 2025. Enrollment is open to all Psychology students (undergraduate, graduate and minors in psychology). More information can be found here.
A&T Partners with WSJ to Offer School-Sponsored Subscription
North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University and The Wall Street Journal have partnered to provide a school-sponsored WSJ subscription to all students, faculty and staff.
Through the partnership, subscribers will have full access to WSJ’s award-winning journalism via WSJ.com and the app, as well as a wide variety of curated content – from podcasts and newsletters to career insights and personal finance advice.
Students, faculty and staff at N.C. A&T can activate their complimentary subscription by visiting WSJ.com/NCAT. Those who pay for an existing WSJ subscription may call 1-800-JOURNAL and mention they are switching to their school-sponsored subscription. Partial refunds will be made.
WSJ is a global news organization that provides leading news, information, commentary and analysis. Published by Dow Jones, WSJ engages readers across print, digital, mobile, social and video. It holds 38 Pulitzer Prizes for outstanding journalism.
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
