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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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.”
“It’s really cool to come into the community as a student nurse,” said Hailey Turner who was taking her turn with a blood pressure measurement.
The program is NCCU’s second (current) doctoral program, joining the integrated biosciences doctoral program established more than a decade ago.
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When Edmund Rhynes Jr. got into NCCU School of Law, a stranger in an NCCU shirt walked by, confirming his path. Now, he’s ready to advocate for others, grounded in purpose, faith and a passion to serve.
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Shelby Thomas plans to continue the family tradition of helping others.
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The Board of Trustees will meet in regular session at 9 a.m. Tuesday, June 24, 2025, in the NCCU Student Center. Committee meetings are also scheduled for the day.
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