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

November 24, 2016

Aggies have always been known for investing in its own. In the spirit of the upcoming holidays, North Carolina A&T State University is participating in Giving Tuesday with a scholarship campaign to benefit Aggies of all types with their educational pursuits.

Constructing a Legacy of Learning and Life

The skyline of N.C. A&T has changed somewhat over the past year. The beautiful, Deese Clock Tower stands strong at the center of campus and as the university’s tallest structure.

Cross Campus Collaboration Nets N.C. A&T $7.5 Million Contract with U.S. Dept. of Labor

The Division of Research and Economic Development (DORED) at North Carolina A&T State University in conjunction with Lead Principal Investigator Dr. Cameron Seay, in the College of Science and Technology, has secured a federal contract through the U.S. Department of Labor.

N.C.A&T Among HBCUs Welcomed to Silicon Valley

Several North Carolina A&T State University computer science students and one professor spent Nov. 16 – 19 visiting nearly a dozen Silicon Valley/Bay Area corporations as the United Negro College Fund (UNCF) hosted its fourth annual HBCU Innovation, Commercialization and Entrepreneurship (I.C.E.) Summit.

N.C. A&T Ranked No. 2 in Nation for Social Mobility

In its recent release of the national Social Mobility Index (SMI), CollegeNET ranked North Carolina A&T State University No. 2 out of 918 universities. This ranking indicates that the university is responsibly contributing to solving problems associated with economic immobility as well as some deterring and limiting factors facing college students across the country.

Aggies Earn NCAA Playoff Bid

North Carolina A&T received its first-ever at-large bid to the NCAA FCS playoffs Sunday when it was announced the Aggies will play the University of Richmond Spiders in a first-round matchup, at 2 p.m., Saturday, November 26, at E. Claiborne Robins Stadium in Richmond, Virginia.

Women's Basketball Adds More Talent

North Carolina A&T women’s basketball head coach Tarrell Robinson secured his first two student-athletes for the class of 2017 with the signing of Morgan Batie, guard and Jonisha McCoy, guard/forward.

N.C. A&T head football coach Rod Broadway

Broadway Named an Eddie Robinson Finalist

N.C. A&T head football coach Rod Broadway was named to the coveted Eddie Robinson finalists list for NCAA FCS coach of the year on Tuesday.

N.C. A&T Named to 2017 Military Friendly® Schools List

The Military Friendly® Schools list was first published in 2009 and remains one of the most comprehensive and powerful resources for veterans today.

Chancellor Martin Named Among Triad’s Most Influential

For the second consecutive year, the Triad Business Journal has named N.C. A&T’s Chancellor Harold L. Martin Sr. among the Triad’s Most Influential People.

Cold Steel Makes Noise at PASIC Convention

North Carolina A&T State University’s "Cold Steel" Drumline presented a clinic at the prestigious 41st Annual Percussive Arts Society International Convention (PASIC), November 9-12 in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Thank You, Alumni Homecoming Volunteers

On behalf of the Office of Alumni Relations and the National Alumni Association, we sincerely thank and appreciate all alumni who volunteered their time and service to make the 90th Greatest Homecoming on Earth a success.

It’s Reunion Time for Class Years
Ending in 2s and 7s

The National Alumni Association is seeking Class Coordinators for the following classes: 1997, 2012. Alumni Weekend will be May 12-14, 2017. To volunteer as your class coordinator, please email alumni@ncat.edu.

Aggies Drive

Show your Aggie Pride and purchase your North Carolina A&T license plate through the North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles. Every plate ordered contributes $15 to students in the National Alumni Scholarship program and supports the next generation of proud Aggies. Feel free to share a photo with your A&T plates or submit any questions to alumni@ncat.edu. Your support is appreciated.

Conversations with the Chair

Visit the Alumni Association’s website to be a part of the conversation as Chairwoman Pamela McCorkle Buncum touches on a few relevant topics.

Newsletter Frequency Update

In an effort to better serve our alumni, community partners, key constituents and stakeholders, the Alumni Times will be delivered to your email once a month. Be on the lookout!

NOV 26
Men’s Basketball v. Jacksonville State
Time: 4 p.m.
Location: Corbett Sports Center
See full schedule online

NOV 28
N.C. A&T Human Rights Medal Nominations Deadline
Nominate online

NOV 29
Giving Tuesday
Support Aggie Scholarships online

NOV 30
Lady Aggies Basketball v. Appalachian State
Time: Noon
Location: Appalachian State University
287 Rivers St.
Boone, NC
See full schedule online

DEC 10
Fall Commencement
Time: 8:30 a.m.
Location: Greensboro Coliseum
1921 West Gate City Blvd.
Greensboro, NC

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