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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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.
“There is this opinion that you don’t talk about it, you pray about it.”
The NCCU Board of Trustees will meet on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at 4 p.m., via video conference call
The grant will open doors for aspiring legal professionals and help fill critical service gaps in rural communities in North Carolina.
As he prepares to graduate from the NCCU School of Law in May, Wilson is already making an impact as an advocate, mentor and leader.
NCCU is committed to student safety and housing improvements, with active efforts underway to secure a $100 million-plus investment.
Beginning in fall 2025, students will be able to enroll in AWS Academy courses through the Institute for Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Research.
NCCU's talented performers swept the competition, claiming first place in five categories.
Speakers include Durham Mayor Leo Williams ’05,’15; Author and Pulitzer/Emmy-nominated journalist and producer Ernie Suggs ’90; and public affairs strategist Reggie McCrimmon ‘13 for the May 9-10 celebration.
More than 60 high-achieving NCCU students attended DevCon 2025.