It’s unclear what causes autism. The proportion of people for whom researchers can currently identify a specific genetic cause is only about 10% of cases, said Fannin.
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“There is a distinct comfort in seeing examples of Black people in higher education, thriving and joyful and bringing their full selves to the work that they do . . . "
Marim Istafanos transforms hardship into purpose, rising to No. 1 in her class at NCCU School of Law.
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For Christopher Thorns, the journey to graduation at NCCU is more than a personal milestone, it is a generational breakthrough.
Coleman named the recipient of the UNC System Association of Student Governments William C. Friday Lifetime Achievement Award for the 2025–26 academic year.
North Carolina Central University (NCCU) alumni Tukii Tucker ‘23 and Columbus Hinson IV ‘20 are stepping into major national fashion spaces together this spring, with selections for both the Harlem’s Fashion Ro
They studied, trusted each other, and never backed down. Now NCCU’s all-women team are national champions.
Aspiring digital marketer Tervonna Pollard becomes the latest recipient of the FDBS, a program dedicated to fostering the next generation of excellence at NCCU.
The Executive Personnel Committee will meet on Monday, April 20, 2026, at 12:30 p.m., via video conference call
Sha’Lexus Sanders recognized for mobilizing students and expanding civic engagement efforts on campus.
NCCU 2026 Commencement features Rev. Dr. Gwendolyn Boyd, Atty. Dena King ’06 and Ray Lewis, leaders inspiring the Class of 2026
“All our research will be taken to the state legislature so they can make decisions,” Redford said.
Students headed to California to compete in the 37th Honda Campus All-Star Challenge for a $100,000 prize.
NCCU has appointed Joseph Karl Grant as dean of the School of Law, effective July 1, 2026.
NCCU remembers Ms. Carrie Everett, beloved music major and the first current HBCU student to serve as Miss North Carolina