The Alumni Times - N.C. A&T State University Alumni Newsletter
October 1, 2015
Aggies in the News
Myja Gary
Miss North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University Myja Gary started preparing for the Miss National Black College Alumni Hall of Fame pageant over the summer and on Sept. 26, it paid off.
Campus Highlights
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As Aggies and friends make preparations to celebrate the Greatest Homecoming on Earth, North Carolina A&T State University personnel is hard at work helping to ensure the security of the Aggie family and guests.

 
Aggie Sports
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Aggie Football Gets a New Radio Team
North Carolina A&T Athletics has entered a partnership with DWCommunications to broadcast N.C. A&T football games over the radio for the 2015 season.
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.
More Stories
Joint School of Nanoscience and Nanoengineering,
JSNN Selected for National Nanotechnology Site
Through the Joint School of Nanoscience and Nanoengineering, North Carolina A&T State University is part of a collaboration being funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF) to advance research, education and infrastructure in nanoscale science, engineering and technology.
Alumni Engagements
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Homecoming Volunteers Needed
Volunteers are needed to assist with various tasks for one-hour shifts throughout the 2015 Homecoming Weekend. Positions are available at the Sheraton Greensboro at Four Seasons Hotel and other official alumni events. To volunteer, visit: 2015 Homecoming Volunteers.
N.C. A&T Class Reunion Ending in 1s and 6s

It’s Reunion Time for Class Years
Ending in 1s and 6s
The National Alumni Association is seeking Class Coordinators for the following classes: 1936, 1941, 1946, 1951, 1956, 1961, 1971, 1981, 1986, 2006, 2011
Alumni Weekend will be May 6-8, 2016. To volunteer as your class coordinator, please email alumni@ncat.edu.
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.
North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University is the No. 1 public historically black university in the nation

Events

OCT 8
Leadership Studies Conference: Contemporary Issues in Transformative and Innovative (CITI) Leadership
Time: 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
Alumni-Foundation Event Center, Ballrooms
103 and 104
For information: Deborah Eaton, 336-285-2157
Click to register

OCT 20
HBCU Entrepreneurs’ Connection Summit
Time: 6–8 p.m.
General Classroom Building

OCT 22
Fall Convocation
Time: 10 a.m.
Harrison Auditorium

OCT 23
37th Annual Richard E. Moore Aggie Homecoming Golf Tournament
Grandover Golf Resort
Time: 8 a.m. Shotgun Start
For information:
336-334-7686
Click to register

N.C. A&T Alumni Homecoming Concert
Featuring The O’Jays
SOLD OUT

OCT 24
Aggie FanFest
Time: 7 a.m.–9 p.m.
War Memorial Stadium

Homecoming Parade
Time: 8 a.m.
Start – Murrow Boulevard; End – Aggie Stadium

AAF Homecoming Celebration
Time: 11:30 a.m.
Aggie Hospitality Tent (inside Aggie Stadium)

Homecoming
vs. Howard
Aggie Stadium
Time: 1 p.m.
Tickets: Aggie Football

Alumni Homecoming Party
Time: 9 p.m.–1 a.m.
Sheraton Greensboro – Guilford Ballroom
Tickets available at Ticket Office and online: $15/until Oct. 16; $20 at the door
Click for tickets

OCT 25
Alumni Affirmation Service
Time: 8-10 a.m.
Sheraton Greensboro - Imperial Ballroom A

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