The Alumni Times - N.C. A&T State University Alumni Newsletter

March 17, 2016

Chancellor Martin Expresses Thanks for Passage of Connect NC Bond

A Message From Chancellor Martin

Dear Aggies and Friends,

This primary election season, North Carolina voters reaffirmed their commitment to improve the quality of life for all residents in our state by approving the $2 billion Connect NC bond referendum. The bond will provide critical investments in North Carolina’s university system, community colleges, the National Guard, state parks, and water and sewer systems. North Carolina A&T State University will receive $90 million dollars to construct the Engineering and Research Innovation Complex (ERIC).

Alumna’s Exemplary Service Garners Award

Faye Tate Williams ’78 received the “Distinguished Alumni Award” from the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) on behalf of the North Carolina A&T State University Alumni Association during the 2016 MEAC Tournament in Norfolk, Virginia.

125th Anniversary Birthday Bash Celebration

The entire community is invited to come out and celebrate at the fun-filled Birthday Bash from 4 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, March 24, at Aggie Stadium. The carnival-style party is free and open to the public.

Women's Basketball Team Wins MEAC Title

Aprill McRae and Christina Carter decided to transfer from Virginia Commonwealth University because they believed head coach Tarrell Robinson’s vision for winning a championship at North Carolina A&T State University.

Late Runs Give Aggies Win Over Norfolk State

North Carolina A&T softball rallied from a five-run deficit to secure a 10-5 win over the Norfolk State University (NSU) Spartans in the first game of a doubleheader played at the Lady Aggies Softball Complex on Wednesday, March 16.

N.C. A&T Hosts Technology Week

In a state where small farmers account for a sizeable chunk of North Carolina’s $79 billion agricultural industry, the 30th Annual Small Farms Week observance is using that farm expertise to put food on the table of hungry residents statewide.

Save the Date: Aggie Certified Alumni Recruiter Training Begins March 21

All alumni interested in representing N.C. A&T at college fairs and recruitment events must be certified annually through Aggie Certified Alumni Recruiter Training. To be certified, you must watch the entire training webinar and complete the assessment by the set deadlines. More information and links to complete the training will be available in next week’s Alumni Times.

Alumni Reunion Weekend 2016

All alumni are invited to celebrate the classes ending in 1’s and 6’s in reunion this year. Special acknowledgement to the Golden Class of 1966 and Silver Class of 1991 celebrating 50th and 25th year reunions respectively. Register for Alumni Reunion Weekend 2016

iStock_000003673721 - Gold, Silver and Bronze Trophies photo

2016 National Alumni Awards

Nominations are now being accepted for the following 2016 National Alumni Awards:

Howard C. Barnhill Distinguished Service Award
Julia S. Brooks Achievement Award
Velma R. Speight Young Alumnus Award (under age 40)

The awards are given annually to distinguished alumni of N.C. A&T. Nominations are being accepted through April 1, 2016.

All alumni are encouraged to apply and/or nominate a fellow alumnus. For details regarding award submissions, visit the N.C. A&T National Alumni Association website. Email the Alumni Awards Committee at awards@ncatsualumni.org for any questions or additional information.

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University is the No. 1 public historically black university in the nation

MAR 24
Founders Day Convocation
Time: 10 a.m.
Location: Richard B. Harrison Auditorium

Deese Clock Tower Ribbon Cutting and Dedication
Time: Noon
Location: Deese Circle

125th Anniversary Birthday Bash
Time: 4 – 8 p.m.
Location: Aggie Stadium

MAR 29
Dallas Aggie Caravan
Time: 6 -8 p.m.
Location: Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen-Oak Lawn
3520 Oak Lawn Avenue
Dallas, TX 75219
RSVP to Crystal Williams by March 22
336-433-5570 or alumni@ncat.edu

MAR 31
Houston Aggie Caravan
Time: 6 -8 p.m.
Location: Boudreaux’s Cajun Kitchen –Galleria
5475 West Loop South
Houston, TX 77081
RSVP to Shamika Pyfrom by March 24
336-285-3063 or spyfrom@ncat.edu

APR 6
Boston Scientific Virtual Career Fair
Time: 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. EST

APR 23
125th Anniversary Scholarship Gala
Reception: 6 p.m.
Gala: 7 p.m.
Location: Grandover Resort & Conference Center

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