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

September 22, 2016

Alumnus Clifford Holmes Recruiting at the 42nd Annual Career Fair

It’s been 33 years since Clifford R. Holmes ‘83 was a student at North Carolina A&T; nine years for Sharnee LeGrand ‘07 and barely nine months for Kavon Anderson ‘15.

2016 NBCA Hall of Fame Class to Include A&T Alumni

Each year The National Black College Alumni (NBCA) Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony honors outstanding graduates of Historically Black Colleges and Universities who have made significant contributions to society and have excelled in their chosen field or endeavor.

Record Employers Attend 42nd Annual Career Fair and Banquet

With the fall semester in full swing, the Office of Career Services (OCS) at North Carolina A&T State University hosted an annual event that helps its students make plans for their immediate and not-so-immediate future.

STEM Projects at N.C. A&T Among First NSF INCLUDES Awards

Two professors as principal investigators at North Carolina A&T State University are among the pool of inaugural recipients of the first-ever National Science Foundation (NSF) Inclusion across the Nation of Communities of Learners of Underrepresented Discoverers in Engineering and Science (INCLUDES) program awards.

N.C. A&T Nurses Perform First Union Square Campus Simulation

Within just two weeks since the opening of the Union Square Campus, North Carolina A&T State University performed the campus’ first medical/nursing simulation on, Aug. 24.

A&T Rises in National Polls

North Carolina A&T made major moves in the polls and became black college football’s unanimous No. 1 after their 39-36 four-overtime win over Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS), foe Kent State on, Sept. 10.

New Sports Hall of Fame Class Inducted

The North Carolina A&T Sports Hall of Fame in conjunction with the North Carolina A&T Department of Athletics inducted 10 new individuals and one team into the 2016 Hall of Fame.

Aggies Complete Their Inaugural Golf Tournament

The Lady Aggie golf team completed its first-ever tournament on, Sept. 13 at the par-72, 6,178-yard, Drake Creek Golf Course hosted by Murray State University.

Agriculture and Environmental Sciences Receives $1.2 Million USDA-NIFA Grant

Plans for a $5 million community and urban food complex at the University Farm at North Carolina A&T State University, have been boosted with a $1.2 million grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture.

BioSolar Adds N.C. A&T Engineering Team to Strengthen Efforts to Increase Capacity and Reduce Cost of Lithium-ion Batteries

BioSolar, Inc., a developer of breakthrough energy storage technology and materials, has entered into a new sponsored research agreement with North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University to strengthen the engineering development efforts of its battery technology.

White House Initiative on HBCUs Announces Third Class of All-Stars

Two North Carolina A&T State University students have been included in the 2016-17 class of the White House Initiative on Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) All-Stars.

The Greatest Homecoming on Earth

Preparations for Homecoming 2016 are in full swing in Aggieland and updates are being released as activities are finalized. The Official Homecoming Website will be your primary source for specific event information. Make sure to click on the links below.

Homecoming Volunteers Needed

Volunteers are needed to assist with various tasks for shifts throughout the 2016 Homecoming Weekend. Positions are available at the Sheraton Greensboro at Four Seasons Hotel and other official alumni events. To volunteer, visit: 2016 Homecoming Volunteers

Aggie Certified Alumni Recruiter Training Begins

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 an assessment by the set deadlines. If you would like to receive additional training details, 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 of yourself with your A&T plates or submit any questions to alumni@ncat.edu. Your support is appreciated.

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!

OCT 3-7, 10-14, 17-21
Basketball Season Tickets Priority Purchase Periods: Tickets may be purchased from the A&T Ticket Office at ncataggies.com & click on “Buy Tickets”; or call (336) 334-7749. For general questions, call Shamika Pyfrom at
336 285-3063.

OCT 10-11
Fall Break

OCT 21
Aggie Caravan Washington, D.C.
Time: 7-9 p.m.
Location: Mulebone
2121 14th St. NW
Washington, DC 20009
RSVP by calling
336-285-3063 or email assmith1@ncat.edu
by Oct. 14

OCT 27
Fall Convocation
Time: 10 – Noon
Location: Harrison Auditorium

OCT 27
Homecoming Alumni Basketball Social
Time: 8 p.m. – Midnight
Location: The W on Elm
Tickets available online

OCT 29
Aggie Homecoming Football v. Florida A&M
Time: 1 p.m.
Location: Aggie Stadium
Admission: N.C. A&T Ticket Office at 336-334-7749 or online

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