Research Week at North Carolina Central University, March 23–28, 2026, celebrates discovery, innovation and impact. Students and faculty showcase research that advances knowledge, strengthens communities and reflects our mission — "Where Purpose Takes Flight."
Research Week Events
Monday, March 23
11 a.m.–3 p.m., NCCU Student Center
North Carolina Central University’s Institute for Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Research (IAIER) invites students, faculty, and staff to AI Symposium 2026: Research Remix – AI in the Real World. This interactive event highlights how artificial intelligence is actively shaping research, coursework, and career readiness across disciplines.
Thursday, March 26
11 a.m.–3 p.m., BRITE, Room 1050
Join us for a hands-on workshop designed to strengthen and enhance the graduate student experience.
Friday, March 27
10 a.m.–2 p.m., NCCU Student Center
In partnership with the Leadership Alliance, the NCCU Graduate School will host a graduate programs fair connecting students with opportunities for advanced study, summer research experiences, post-baccalaureate programs, and graduate pathways.
Friday, March 27
2 p.m., Virtual (Zoom)
The College of Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities (CASH) Friday Afternoon Scholar Talks (FasTalks) provide an engaging forum for faculty to share works in progress and emerging research ideas.
Saturday, March 28
8 a.m.–2 p.m., Mary Townes Science Complex
The 2026 Graduate and Undergraduate Research Symposium (GURS) invites NCCU undergraduate and graduate students to share their work, ideas, and interests with the campus community. This year’s theme, “Research from a Higher View,” celebrates new perspectives, shared discovery, and the power of student scholarship.
