Initiatives and Student Support

Transitions is a campus-based support program for students facing homelessness and food insecurity. The initiative is aimed at providing assistance and resources to support the needs of this student population. The program aims to: 

• Provide food through the Transitions Pantry at no cost to students who are facing food insecurity
• Assist students with housing instability by identifying campus and community resources 
• Offer life skills seminars focused on financial literacy, leadership development, personal growth and health and wellness  

Questions about receiving or donating food can be directed to the Advocacy Coordinator at 919-530-7492 or to [email protected].

The Community Central Initiative, as part of the Division of Student Affairs, aims at improving the relationship between NCCU and our surrounding neighbors while also educating students on the importance of community engagement. Community Central activities include the following: 

• Twice a semester, students, the university police and staff members canvass the community, disseminating information related to NC Central. 
• Assisting students with facilitating community-based volunteer programs. 
• Educating students on how to become engaged with the processes and policies that impact the university and the surrounding community. 

Questions regarding this program can be directed to [email protected]. 

The Co-Curricular Restorative Education Program, or CORE, is a series of educational seminars aimed at providing life and leadership skills to participants.  The program is primarily used to supplement sanctions levied by the Office of Student Conduct and Community Standards but is also available to students who would benefit from the information offered during the seminars.   

C.O.R.E. seminars include:  

• Ethical Decision Making 
• Post-collegiate Planning 
• Conflict Resolution 
• Internship Exploration 
• Resume and Interview Preparation 
• Character Development 
• Financial Literacy  
• Sexual Misconduct / Title IX Awareness / Bystander Intervention 
• MAC Men Know Learning Session 
• We WIN! Series 
• Safe Zone Training 
• Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse