A&T to Drive AI Innovation, Economic Development in Collaboration with NVIDIA
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North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University announced it has entered a collaboration with NVIDIA aimed at accelerating North Carolina’s economic growth, enhancing workforce capabilities and fostering innovation across key sectors, helping further position the university as a leader in research and technology.
This collaboration aligns with N.C. A&T’s goal to achieve Carnegie Classification R1 research status, the highest classification of research institutions in the United States. By leveraging NVIDIA’s AI technology and resources, A&T will boost its research capacity in fields critical to economic and human advancement.
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On Friday, Dec. 6, North Carolina A&T employees fulfilled 200 Guilford County children in the foster care system Christmas wish lists. |
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A Look Back: Community and Economic Engagement Summit 2024
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The Division of Strategic Partnerships and Economic Development, alongside the Office of Engagement and Outreach, proudly hosted the fourth annual Community & Economic Engagement Summit during the 98th Homecoming celebration.
This year’s summit, themed “Maximizing Our Momentum: Strategies for Community and Economic Growth,” took place at the N.C. A&T State University Farm Pavilion, bringing together thought leaders and changemakers for a day of impactful dialogue.
Highlights included a keynote address by Geoff Foster ’90 and ’96, founder and CEO of Core Technology Molding Corp., as well as engaging panels and presentations featuring industry experts.
The summit’s impact extended beyond the event, receiving features on the City of Greensboro’s Podcast and television station and in the Triad Business Journal. |
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Aggies Leading the Way in Environmental Leadership at the EPA HBCU/MSI Advisory Council Meeting |
On November 20, North Carolina A&T State University proudly stood at the forefront of environmental leadership as Dr. Oliver M. Thomas ’06, associate vice chancellor for external affairs, represented our institution at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s inaugural HBCU/MSI Advisory Council public meeting.
This historic event was made even more meaningful by the presence of distinguished Aggie leaders:
Michael S. Regan ’98, EPA Administrator and proud Aggie alumnus, who continues to lead the charge in environmental stewardship.
Hilda Pinnix-Ragland ’77, trailblazer, chair of the council, member of N.C. A&T’s Board of Trustees, and former BOT chairwoman, presided over the meeting.
Established in 2023, the EPA HBCU/MSI Advisory Council is committed to:
- Diversifying the EPA workforce
- Nurturing the next generation of environmental leaders
- Equipping HBCUs and Minority Serving Institutions with vital resources to thrive
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N.C. A&T Real Estate Foundation |
The Resurgent Topping Off Ceremony |
On November 7, the N.C. A&T Real Estate Foundation proudly celebrated a major milestone for the first phase of The Resurgent with a memorable Topping Off Ceremony. This momentous event was shared with our incredible project partner, Cone Health, and the talented team from Samet Corporation, our general contractor.
Click here to learn more about The Resurgent
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A&T Continues Rise as America’s Top University Producer of Black Graduates
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New rankings recently released by Diverse: Issues in Higher Education show North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University leads all historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) in graduating Black bachelor’s degree earners and all U.S. universities in graduation of Black bachelor’s and doctoral students in engineering...
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Harold L. Martin Sr. Honored with Peter McPherson Lifetime Achievement Award
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Harold L. Martin, Sr., Chancellor Emeritus at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, was honored with the Peter McPherson Lifetime Achievement Award at the APLU Annual Meeting currently taking place in Orlando...
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A&T Wins Approval for B.S. in Artificial Intelligence
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The University of North Carolina System Board of Governors has approved a bachelor’s degree in artificial intelligence (AI) at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, the only degree of its kind in this state and one of only a handful nationally...
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New Rankings Underscore A&T’s Impact on Affordability, Career Preparation
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Newly released rankings from Forbes magazine show that graduates of North Carolina A&T earn more than those of any other public historically Black university in America and that they rank third among all University of North Carolina campuses included in Forbes’ “Best Colleges 2024...
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A&T Welcomes Three New Members to Board of Visitors
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North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University has welcomed three new members to its Board of Visitors (BOV) during the October 2024 meeting, the first of the academic year. The new members, hailing from corporate, entrepreneurial and nonprofit sectors, bring extensive experience from their professional and community service work...
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The Division of Strategic Partnerships and Economic Development is Hiring
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Office of Community Engagement |
Nominate Now: 2023-24 Community Engagement Awards |
The Office of Community Engagement is now accepting nominations for the 2023-24 Community Engagement Awards!
Community engagement is about mutually beneficial partnerships between the university and diverse stakeholders—corporate, nonprofit, faith-based, and civic—locally and globally. These awards celebrate teaching, research, and actions that enrich communities and address critical societal challenges.
Awards Categories
Community Engagement Teaching Award
Community Engagement Research Award
Community Partnership Award
Submission Deadline: January 3, 2025
Submit your nominations today to honor outstanding contributions!
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North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University is a land-grant university that is ranked by the Carnegie Classification System as a doctoral/research institution.
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