The Alumni Times - N.C. A&T State University Alumni Newsletter
October 15, 2015
Aggies in the News
Two years after the vote to adopt a new model to integrate the North Carolina A&T State University Alumni Association and the Office of Alumni Relations, the association’s new Board of Directors is ready to move forward.
Campus Highlights
Proctor Hall Sign
The School of Education at North Carolina A&T State University has been awarded two grants to enhance efforts to recruit students into teacher education and to prepare them to integrate culturally relevant teaching practices into special education.

 
Aggie Sports
Coach Rod Broadway
N.C. A&T Football Coach Clinches 100th Victory
North Carolina A&T head football coach Rod Broadway earned his 100th coaching victory on Oct. 10, when the Aggies defeated Norfolk State 27-3 at William “Dick” Price Stadium in Norfolk, Va.
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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COAACH at N.C. A&T Announces Caregivers Education Conference
The Center for Outreach in Alzheimer’s, Aging and Community Health (COAACH) at North Carolina A&T State University in partnership with the African-American Alzheimer’s Disease Research Study will host the seventh annual Caregivers Education Conference on Saturday, Oct. 31.
The Middle College at North Carolina A&T State University was one of 10 Guilford County Schools recognized on Oct. 6 by Superintendent June Atkinson of the Public Schools of North Carolina for posting an outstanding graduation rate for the 2014-15 school year.
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 Homecoming Volunteers page.
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 22
Fall Convocation
Time: 10 a.m.
Speaker: Wayne Kimball Jr.
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

Homecoming Vending Area
12 p.m. – 1 a.m.
Sheraton Greensboro –
3rd Floor

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

Homecoming Vending Area
9 a.m. – 1 a.m.
Sheraton Greensboro –
3rd Floor

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

Blue and Gold Lounge –
The Official Alumni Homecoming After-Party

9 p.m.-1 a.m.
Koury Convention Center/Sheraton Greensboro
Tickets available at Ticket Office and online: $15/until Oct. 19; $20 at the door
Click for tickets

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

Homecoming Vending Area
9 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Sheraton Greensboro –
3rd Floor

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