The Alumni Times - N.C. A&T State University Alumni Newsletter
November 19, 2015
Aggies in the News
Tracy King ’14
For life-long athlete Tracy King ’14, tearing her anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) could have been devastating, but it wasn’t.
Campus Highlights
interlocking A&T logo
Three North Carolina A&T State University students are recipients of the newly created Apple HBCU Scholars Program—a partnership between Apple Inc. and the Thurgood Marshall College Fund.
 
Aggie Sports
N.C. A&T vs S.C. State
Aggies Set to Settle Unfinished Business
North Carolina A&T players and fans will have to wait until after Saturday’s game to find out if the football team will make a bowl appearance but the “celebration” can begin now that the Aggies have claimed their second-straight MEAC championship.
Aggie Athletic Foundation (AAF)
AAF Announces “The Drive to 125”
In honor of North Carolina A&T State University’s 125th anniversary, the Aggie Athletic Foundation (AAF), the official fundraising arm for Aggie Athletics, has introduced “The Drive to 125” with the goal to secure 125 donors in 125 days.
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Holiday Musical
N.C. A&T Theater Arts Program to Introduce New Holiday Musical
For the annual holiday production, the Department of Visual and Performing Arts at North Carolina A&T State University will perform, The First Noel, A New Musical – a show co-written and directed by an alumnus of the program, Dec. 3-6 in the Paul Robeson Theatre.
Alumni Engagements
Aggie stadium

Black Out the Eagles
Your North Carolina A&T Aggies will return to Aggie Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 21 to take on long-time rival North Carolina Central. Wear your black to the game as we #BlackOutTheEagles. Kickoff is at 1 p.m. The Aggies will honor 12 student athletes who will play their final home game as we celebrate Senior Day. Come pack Aggie Stadium and cheer on your defending MEAC co-champions as they make their final push towards another MEAC championship. Purchase your tickets online at www.ncataggies.com or call the ticket office at 336-334-7749. Aggie Pride!
Text to Give - ‘NCATALUM’ to 50555

Text to Give – National Alumni Scholarship Fund
Starting today, you have the opportunity to donate to The National Alumni Scholarship program by texting ‘NCATALUM’ to 50555 for a $10 donation. The National Alumni Scholarship program represents the Alumni Association’s commitment to attracting the best and brightest students to N.C. A&T. At Saturday’s game, a video will air during the third quarter introducing two of the scholars. Text now or Saturday to support the National Alumni Scholarship Fund, because that’s what Aggies Do!
N.C. A&T ROTC Student

125th Anniversary – 125 Service Projects
The university and the Office of Alumni Relations challenges all alumni to participate in a service project in celebration of the 125th anniversary of N.C. A&T. These service projects are to benefit an organization other than A&T. To be included in the count, your group must have your project approved. You are encouraged to wear your Aggie Gear and take photos for submission to be displayed on the website.

For more information and to sign up for your project: N.C. A&T 125 Service Projects

 Heritage Collection

Heritage Collection Invokes Memories and Pride
For a limited time only, retired university logos and mascots will be available on special collectors’ items as part of the newly released Heritage Collection that honors N.C. A&T’s 125th anniversary. Items include apparel such as hats, jackets and t-shirts, accessories such as tumblers, keychains and magnets – and even custom made cufflinks. The Heritage Collection is available exclusively through the campus bookstore. Rekindle memories and show your Aggie Pride by purchasing your memorabilia online today.
AYANTEE yearbook celebrates 125th anniversary

Priceless Memories – Celebrating 125 years of Excellence
In honor of the university's 125th anniversary, we invite you to purchase the special edition of the AYANTEE. The yearbook celebrates unforgettable memories, people and special moments. With that in mind, the 75th edition includes a special section to commemorate the 125th celebration. You don't want to miss out on all of the priceless memories CLICK HERE to purchase a copy of your book today.
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Events

NOV 21
Aggie Football
vs. N.C. Central
Aggie Stadium
Time: 1 p.m.
For tickets: Aggie Football
Remember to wear your black!

NOV 30
Men’s Basketball
vs. Northern Kentucky
Corbett Sports Center
Time: 7 p.m.

DEC 1
Aggie Nights
Location: Tidewater, Va. (Hampton)
Embassy Suites by Hilton Hampton Hotel Convention Center
Time: 7-9 p.m.
Register: Undergraduate Admissions

DEC 2
Aggie Nights
Location: Washington, D.C./Maryland
Prince George’s Community College, Largo Student Center
Time: 7-9 p.m.
Register at: Undergraduate Admissions

N.C. A&T University Day
Location: College of Southern Maryland, La Plata Campus, BI Building,
Room 113E
Time: 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
For More Information: contact the Office of Undergraduate Admissions at uadmit@ncat.edu or 336-334-7946 or 800-443-8964

Men’s Basketball
vs. UNC Greensboro
Corbett Sports Center
Time: 7:30 p.m.

DEC 5
Aggie Basketball
vs. Howard
Corbett Sports Center
Time: Women – 2 p.m.
Men – 4 p.m.

DEC 7
Aggie Basketball
vs. Maryland Eastern Shore
Corbett Sports Center
Time: Women – 5:30 p.m.
Men – 7:30 p.m.

DEC 8
Aggie Nights
Location: Greenville Convention Center, Greenville, NC
Time: 7-9 p.m.
Register at: Undergraduate Admissions

DEC 9
Aggie Nights
Location: Wilmington,
N.C. – Hilton Wilmington Riverside Hotel
Time: 7-9 p.m.
Register at: Undergraduate Admissions

DEC 9
N.C. A&T University Day
Location: Cape Fear Community College, Union Station, Room 152
Time: 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
For More Information: contact the Office of Undergraduate Admissions at uadmit@ncat.edu or (336) 334-7946 or (800) 443-8964

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