Life paused his college journey, but not his dream. After 25+ years, Dion Chavis returns to college through NCCU Online, proving to his daughter, and himself, that it’s never too late.
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“I was a latch key kid. My parents invested heavily in my education.”
Jose decided to study law in the interest of promoting fairness. “Law does tend toward that,” he said. “It makes me kind of angry when things aren’t fair.”
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NCCU welcomes Dr. Kimberly Hill-Davis as visiting scholar to spark bold partnerships, ignite student action and deepen Durham community ties through powerful events, public dialogue and civic engagement.
More than 120 future scholars explored 30+ programs at NCCU’s Graduate Programs Fair, where dreams like Michael Dozier’s took shape and Eagles like Drawde Graham found new paths to soar.
With a $1.24 million grant from the Blue Cross NC Foundation, NCCU’s Eagle Counseling, Consultation and Research Clinic is launching the HARMONY initiative to expand mental health support for youth.
Bronx-born and Eagle-made, Sherise Malachi ’01 is a wife, mother and dynamic professional whose career has spanned major music labels, top media markets and mission-driven nonprofits.
Regarding the tragic shooting incident at our sister institution, Elizabeth City State University.
“Many of our students are offered jobs even before they complete their program,” said Nigel Pierce, Ph.D., program coordinator.
Achieving U.S. citizenship was more than a legal milestone for Maeva Hassani—it was the realization of a lifelong dream and the foundation for her future in law.
Baccus hasn’t just survived college, she has thrived. She has kept up a 3.6 GPA at NCCU, been awarded six scholarships and is a member or officer in several honor societies and organizations.
“She is a driven individual,” Thompson said. “Nineteen and about to graduate. Hard working and focused.”
From pop-up shops to peasant blouses, NCCU senior Keylonnie Boatwright is turning her love of fashion, film and literature into a bold business and a future in screenwriting.
Honda Campus All-Star Challenge (HCASC) team participated in the 36th Annual National Championship Tournament and reached the “Super Sixteen” playoff round.
As classmates reunited after five decades, a deep sense of gratitude filled the air. The passage of time had only strengthened their appreciation for the journey they shared and the lives they had built.