Student Health and Wellness

A healthy Eagle is a strong Eagle. At North Carolina Central University, Student Health and Wellness (SHAW) provides comprehensive, integrated care to support student physical, mental, and emotional well-being. SHAW brings together the Student Health Center, the Counseling Center, the LCI-Student Accessibility Center, and Student Recreation and Wellness (RecWell) to ensure that every student has access to the services, resources, and support needed to thrive on campus and beyond. 

Counseling session

Counseling Center

The Counseling Center is staffed by a team of licensed mental health professionals dedicated to supporting student well-being. Our services include individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, substance misuse prevention and intervention, as well as outreach programming and additional supportive resources designed to promote holistic health and success. 

Students doing health activities

Health Promotion and Education

The Office of Health Promotion and Education designs and delivers tailored educational programs specifically for NCCU students, offering engaging and interactive experiences that empower students to make informed decisions and adopt healthy behaviors that support lifelong well-being.  

Students standing in front of building

LCI-Student Accessibility Center

The LC Industries (LCI)-Student Accessibility Center (SAC) provides accommodations and support services to NCCU scholars with a learning difference, disability (physical, learning or psychological) or medical condition. SAC works with the campus community to ensure access for every Eagle and provides Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) and Section 504 education and training to encourage accessibility and awareness.

Student working out in gym

Recreation and Wellness

Recreation and Wellness (RecWell) is dedicated to providing the Eagle community with a comprehensive, holistic experience that supports both physical and mental well-being. Through dynamic programs and services, RecWell fosters a culture of lifelong wellness and active living. 

Health care student

Student Health Center

The Student Health Center fosters a collaborative, holistic health environment grounded in quality care, wellness, education, and service. We are committed to equipping students with the essential skills needed to develop and sustain healthy behaviors, supporting their well-being both on campus and within the surrounding community. 

Student Health and Wellness - Wellness Resources

Explore our wellness resources designed to support you anytime, anywhere. 

At North Carolina Central University, we encourage every Eagle to actively engage with the wide range of health and wellness resources available to support your success. From medical and mental health services to wellness programs and self-guided tools, our services are designed to meet you where you are. Taking advantage of these resources is a powerful step toward thriving academically, personally, and holistically. 

Counseling Center Wellness Resources

The NCCU Counseling Center Wellness Resources page offers a centralized hub of 24/7 tools, apps, screenings, and support services designed to promote student mental health, resilience, and overall well-being.

Dimensions of Well-Being

The NCCU Counseling Center Wellness Resources page offers a centralized hub of 24/7 tools, apps, screenings, and support services designed to promote student mental health, resilience, and overall well-being.

Meet Our Leadership Team

Ackall,

Ackall, Viviane

Director of LCI Student Accessibility Center (SAC)

LCI Student Accessibility Center (SAC)

location icon Student Services Building, Suite 120

email icon [email protected]

phone icon 919-530-6325

View Profile


Graham-Allen,

Graham-Allen, Ieschecia

Executive Director of Student Health

Student Health Center

location icon Student Health Building

email icon [email protected]

phone icon 919-530-7908


Howard,

Howard, LaMarcus D

Assistant Vice Chancellor - Student Health & Wellness

Student Affairs

location icon Student Services Building, Room 232

email icon [email protected]

phone icon 919-530-7514


Kennedy,

Kennedy, Charli

Director

Counseling Center

location icon Student Health Building, Room 209

email icon [email protected]

phone icon 919-530-5294

View Profile


Leach,

Leach, James B

Director

Campus Recreation

location icon LeRoy T. Walker Physical Education Complex

email icon [email protected]

phone icon 919-530-5466


Murray,

Murray, Dekendrick

Executive Director for Student Access & Success

Student Services

location icon Student Services Building, Room G18

email icon [email protected]

phone icon 919-530-5058

View Profile