“I wanted somewhere different. I also wanted to experience Afro-Brazilian culture.”
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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.
“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 . . . "
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What began at North Carolina Central University (NCCU) has grown into a platform rooted in creativity, community and cultural impact.
Howard selected for the highly competitive Leadership U for Humanity program.
He came to NCCU with a dream and helped launch its first pre-architecture pathway.
The NCCU Board of Trustees will meet on Monday, May 4, 2026, at 10 a.m., via video conference call.
Marim Istafanos transforms hardship into purpose, rising to No. 1 in her class at NCCU School of Law.
Aaron Gordon left communications for law, finding purpose, leadership and community at NCCU School of Law.
Haley Moore turned early struggles into strength, emerging as a confident scholar and campus leader.
Howard started her military career in administration, rising from mail clerk to executive assistant to the Secretary of the Air Force.
NCCU mass communication students win 20 awards, more than any school, at the 75th Southern Regional Press Institute competition.
Three university leaders have been selected to facilitate professional development sessions at 2026 NASPA conference.
This is the first time nursing students from NCCU presented at the Creating Healthy Work Environments, an international conference.
NCCU School of Law will celebrate the Class of 2026 during its Hooding Ceremony on May 8 at King’s Park International Church in Durham. Tickets are required.