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NCCU Announces The Ultimate Homecoming Experience 2026 Dates

Save the date! The Ultimate Homecoming Experience returns Oct. 2–10, 2026, bringing a week of Eagle pride to Durham.

We Built This Exhibit celebrating architects in a room

NCCU Kicks off Black History Month with Exhibit Honoring Black Architects and Builders

NCCU launches Black History Month with a free exhibit honoring Black architects and builders who shaped North Carolina along with other campus events.

Internship Unexpectedly Takes Sports Medicine Major to Bowl Game

She learned techniques she had not been exposed to in class such as using a Hivamat – a tool that sends mild electrical signals into injuries and speeds up healing.

North Carolina Central University Board of Trustees Meeting on April 24

The NCCU Board of Trustees is scheduled to meet on Wednesday, April 24, 2024, at 9 a.m., in the Emma Marable Conference Room, Main Floor, of the William Jones Building on campus.

From Creative Child to Accomplished Graduate

A person could be ready for a nap by the time they finished reading about the various honors and accomplishments of Elena Kendrick.

Graduating Student Aims to Help Others – and Herself – to Adapt

One day in her 11th grade history class, Sandi Owens suddenly found she could not see out of her right eye. “I went to read a textbook and I could not see,” said Owens.

Distance Education Awards Ceremony Celebrates Online Undergraduates, April 26

The keynote speaker Tonia Williams, a December 2023 graduate of the online Bachelor of Science in Behavioral and Social Sciences Program, will share insights into her distance learning journey.

Katrece Boyd Named Executive Director of the Center of Entrepreneurship and Economic Development

In this role, Boyd leads initiatives that drive innovation and economic mobility for students, faculty, staff and community members.

Berkita S. Bradford, Ph.D., Named Chair of Hospitality and Tourism Department

In her role, Bradford will spearhead efforts to innovate and refine the curriculum, revamp programming, and strategically optimize staffing to ensure excellence and relevance in hospitality education.

NCCU Sound Machine Greeting Japan's prime minister at RDU airport

Sound Machine Drumline Performs for Japan's Prime Minister

Watch the NCCU Sound Machine drumline entertain Japan's prime minister and his delegation upon arrival at Raleigh-Durham International Airport on April 12.

NCCU student on laptop, wearing gray sweater and maroon hat

NCCU Online Programs Excel on Forbes Advisor List

NCCU ranked No. 5 among top historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) offering online programs. Its online RN-to-BSN program ranked No. 1 in the state and No. 3 nationally.

James T. Ham in black suit and red bowtie

James T. Ham Appointed Director of Office of International Affairs

With more than 34 years of federal government experience, Ham brings a wealth of expertise in public health, education, small enterprise development and agriculture across various regions of Africa.

Lawson Street Residence Hall Incident Updates

At approximately, 10:15 p.m. on April 2, 2024, the NCCU Police Department received reports of possible gunshots at the Lawson Street Residence Hall. For updates on the incident, refer to this article.

Graduate Student Secures Prestigious IBM Masters Fellowship

Obed Keelson will receive $11,000, along with guidance and coaching from IBM experts while he conducts research on semiconductors.

More NCCU Nursing Graduates Pass Licensing Exam

A North Carolina Central University (NCCU) task force aimed at increasing the pass rate in licensing exams has been successful with nursing graduates.