Tagged: North Carolina A&T State University

North Carolina Central University Wins the 2026 Honda Campus All-Star Challenge

The Honda All-Star Challenge is an annual academic competition for students and faculty at historically Black colleges and universities. This year's top finisher, North Carolina Central University, received a $100,000 grant for their win.

North Carolina A&T State University Partners With Forge Greensboro

North Carolina A&T State University has partnered with Forge Greensboro, a local innovation hub in Greensboro, to expand experiential learning opportunities for business students and aspiring entrepreneurs.

Four African American Men Appointed to Administrative Roles at Universities

The appointments are TaJuan Wilson at North Carolina A&T State University, Austin McDonald at Florida State University, Barry Pearson at Grambling State University, and Altony Lee III at Florida A&M University.

Four Black Leaders Appointed to Administrative Roles in Higher Education

Taking on new administrative roles are Lavelle Hayes at North Carolina A&T State University, Rabekha D. Stewart at Stephens College in Missouri, Torrance Garvin at Savannah State University in Georgia, and Javan D. Reed at Meharry Medical College in Nashville.

Higher Education Gifts or Grants of Interest to African Americans

Here is this week’s news of grants or gifts to historically Black colleges and universities or for programs of particular interest to African Americans in higher education.

New Appointments for Four Black Administrators in Higher Education

The appointments are Marquita Graves at North Carolina A&T State University, Taylor Helton at Denmark Technical College in South Carolina, D. Anthony Everett at BSK Theological Seminary in Kentucky, and Carjie Scott at AdventHealth University in Florida.

Five New Administrators at Historically Black Colleges and Universities

The new administrators are Dawn Nail at North Carolina A&T State University, Darryl Scriven at Florida A&M University, Letitia Williams at Morgan State University in Baltimore, Marci Middleton at Denmark Technical College in South Carolina, and Chandra Dorsey-Felton at Florida Memorial University.

Five HBCUs to Participate in New Initiative to Advance Workforce Outcomes for Students

Bowie State University, Claflin University, Norfolk State University, North Carolina A&T State University, and Virginia State University are participating in a new initiative from the Lumina Foundation to enhance student workforce outcomes and strengthen the value of the HBCUs' bachelor's degree programs.

New Appointments for a Trio of Black Scholars in Academia

Cacey Bester was promoted to associate professor at Swarthmore College in Pennsylvania and Tonya Peeples was named a special adviser to the provost at Pennsylvania State University. North Carolina A&T State University's James Daniels was appointed the second Poet Laureate for the city of Greensboro, North Carolina.

New Appointments for Five Black Administrators at Universities

Here is this week’s roundup of African Americans who have been appointed to new administrative positions at universities throughout the United States. If you have news for our appointments section, please email the information to contact@jbhe.com.

Andrew Daire Appointed Provost at North Carolina A&T State University

“I am honored to join North Carolina A&T, a university with such a rich history of excellence and a clear vision for the future,” said Dr. Daire. “I look forward to working with faculty, staff, and students to build on the university’s momentum and ensure that every Aggie has the support they need to succeed.”

What Jesse Jackson’s HBCU Experience Taught Him About Self–Love, Service, and Character

Jelani Favors examines the late Jesse Jackson's time at North Carolina A&T State University and how the HBCU cultivated in him the importance of character, civic engagement, and service.

The Institute of Museum and Library Services Announces $1.7 Million in Grant Funding for HBCUs

The Institute of Museum and Library Services recently announced a series of grants to support institutional resilience and research activity at libraries and museums at historically Black colleges and universities. In total, eight HBCUs and one HBCU alliance received a combined $1,725,261 in funding.

Higher Education Gifts or Grants of Interest to African Americans

Here is this week’s news of grants or gifts to historically Black colleges and universities or for programs of particular interest to African Americans in higher education.

Higher Education Gifts or Grants of Interest to African Americans

Here is this week’s news of grants or gifts to historically Black colleges and universities or for programs of particular interest to African Americans in higher education.

Five African Americans Selected for Administrative Roles at Universities

Here is this week’s roundup of African Americans who have been appointed to new administrative positions at colleges and universities throughout the United States. If you have news for our appointments section, please email the information to contact@jbhe.com.

M. Ray McKinnie Honored With the George Washington Carver Award

“This is an honor that goes far beyond recognition,” said Dr. McKinnie, administrator for cooperative extension at North Carolina A&T State University. “This award validates much of what I’ve strived for over the years and tells me I’ve gone about my work in the right way.”

New Program Creates Leadership Opportunities in Outdoor Recreation for HBCU Students

Thanks to a new partnership between the Sierra Club and HBCUs Outside, a cohort of students from several HBCUs recently participated in workshops focused on becoming successful leaders in outdoor recreation and conservation.

Kecia Williams Smith Promoted to Dean of the Business School at North Carolina A&T State University

Dr. Smith has led North Carolina A&T State University's Willie A. Deese College of Business and Economics on an interim basis since July 2025. She has taught at the university for the past six years and directs the HBCU's master of accountancy degree program.

North Carolina A&T State University Farm Expands Its Footprint With New Land Purchases

“North Carolina is one of the nation’s top agricultural states, and as the ‘A’ in A&T, our college looks forward to growing our animal and horticultural offerings to support this industry,” said Radiah C. Minor, interim dean of the HBCU's College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences.
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