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News & Special Updates

Shop the Official Online Store of NCCU Athletics

EagleLooking for the perfect holiday gift? Give NCCU Paraphernalia. There is something for everyone on your list. Shop now and have your gift wrapped and under the tree for the holiday. Visit shop.nccueaglepride.com to shop the official online store of NCCU Athletics.

 

K&G Supports Alumni/Student Programming

K&G logoK&G Fashion Superstore presents "Suited For Success" in collaboration with the NCCU Pre-Alumni Club. This spring the pre-alumni club will offer opportunities to connect with alumni to gain more experience and information on professional dress, personal care, business etiquette and other professional development tips. In addition, K& G will give prizes and exclusive offers to alumni. K& G Fashion Superstore also now offers a special buy one-suit-get-two-free. Visit the K&G Superstore flyer for more details. Offer ends Jan. 2. Shop K&G Superstore Holi-deals for stylish gifts for any budget.

 

Give the Gift of Membership

NCCUAA LogoGive the gift of membership and help a friend or loved one stay connected to NCCU and build a lasting connection. Members of the NCCU Alumni Association receive a 10% discount on Eagle apparel at the campus bookstore, 10 % off merchandise at Eagle Land, discounts up to 20% on auto, home and renter's insurance plans with Liberty Mutual, and a preferred membership to the Cardinal Club and the Capital City Club in Raleigh. Click here to share your Eagle Pride today!

 

Give the Gift of Time

Annie Day Shepard Mentor Program
Annie Day The Annie Day Shepard Mentoring Program gives NCCU alumnae the opportunity to provide an empowering environment for our Annie Day Shepard Scholars. Become a mentor and help an Annie Day Shepard Scholar progress toward academic and social success. Click here to download and complete the mentor application or contact the NCCU Women's Center at 919-530-6311 to learn more.

Alumni Pen Pal Mentor Program
Pen PalThe NCCU Alumni Pen Pal Mentor Program, sponsored by the SGA, will connect you with a student and allow you to share your professional expertise and advice on making the most of the college experience. The email exchange will last throughout the year. Students are required to exchange at least three emails per month with their mentors. It is an opportunity to discuss academic and social issues, and to ask questions about internships, careers or jobs. Become an alumni pen pal. Click here to download the Alumni Pen Pal Mentor application. Contact Jacqueline Bowden via email at jbowden9@eagles.nccu.edu or call 919-530-6363 to learn more.

Motivational Task Force Program
Motivational Task Force LogoDuring Homecoming 2011, more than 60 NCCU Motivational Task Force (MTF) consultants and volunteers visited classrooms to meet with students and prepare them for life after college. The MTF's goal is to strengthen students' understanding of career opportunities and the workforce by offering them direct contact with successful professionals and role models. In 2012, the MTF will expand its activities beyond homecoming. Would you like to serve as a consultant? Click here to complete the form. It can be faxed to 919-560-5864 or emailed to alumnivolunteers@nccu.edu. Questions? Call 919-530-7830.

 

Centennial Scholars Update

NCCU Centennial ScholarsClick here to read the November edition of the Eagle Talon, the Centennial Scholars’ monthly newsletter, to learn more about the success of the program and our Centennial Scholars.

 

Call for Reunion Volunteers

NCCU Centennial ScholarsClasses ending in 2s and 7s will be celebrating during Homecoming 2012 and volunteers are needed to serve as coordinator for classes 1967, 1972 and 1987. If you are interested, please contact Joan Morrison at 919-530-7830 or jmorrison@nccu.edu.

 

University Events

Let Your Motto Be Resistance Exhibit
On display through Jan. 15 at the NCCU Art Museum.
Click here for more information.

MEAC Tournament  |  Make Your Hotel Reservations Today
The MEAC Tournament will be held March 2-10 in Winston-Salem, N.C., at the Lawrence Joel Coliseum. For a detailed MEAC schedule visit meachoops.com. Watch your email for additional tournament updates.

Make your MEAC Hotel Reservations Today
For your convenience NCCU rooms blocks have been established at the following hotels:

Marriott Winston-Salem | 425 North Cherry Street, Winston-Salem, N.C. 27101
Nights Available: Tuesday, March 6 - Saturday, March 10
Rate: $129 (Kings and Doubles)
Rate available until Jan. 31 or until block fills.
Call: 336-725-3500

Sundance Plaza Hotel and Suites | 3050 University Parkway, Winston-Salem, N.C. 27501
Nights Available: Monday, March 5 - Saturday, March 10
Rates: $119 (Kings and Doubles)
Rate includes: Complimentary breakfast, welcome reception, transportation to the coliseum upon request
Rate available until Feb. 6. One night deposit is due at booking. Full refund if reservations are canceled by Feb. 6. After Feb. 6 a 50 percent refund will be granted.
Call: 336-723-2911

NCCU Alumni Association Events

January Alumni Council Meeting
Saturday, Jan. 21, 8 a.m. - 3 p.m., W.G. Pearson Cafeteria Banquet Hall
The NCCU Alumni Association cordially invites you to attend the January Alumni Council Meeting in W.G. Pearson Cafeteria Banquet Hall. Registration begins at 8 a.m. and the meeting begins at 9 a.m. Registration is $20 and includes continental breakfast, lunch and meeting materials. The registration deadline is Friday, Jan. 13. Click here to download the registration form.

Questions? Call 919-530-5222 or 919-530-6363.

 
 

NCCU Alumni Association CHAPTER MEETINGS

Nash Edgecombe Chapter  |  Thursday, Dec. 15, 6 p.m.
OIC One Senior Citizen Center, 721 Pennsylvania Ave., Rocky Mount, N.C.
Contact: Kay Thomas, 252-977-3451, kaythoma@suddenlink.com


Metro DC Alumni Chapter Christmas Holiday Celebration  |  Friday, Dec. 16, 8 p.m.
Home of Ingrid Watson Miller, 3315 Dunwood Crossing Drive, Bowie, Md. 20721
RSVP requested
Contact: Calvin Kearney, 202-543-9899, calvinkearney@yahoo.com


Winston-Salem Chapter   |  Thursday, Dec. 22, 7 p.m.
Forsyth Tech Community College, 2100 Silas Creek Parkway, Winston-Salem, N.C.
Contact: Sylvia Squire, 336- 650-0523, scsqu@aol.com


Philadelphia Alumni Chapter   |  Saturday, Jan. 14, 1:30 p.m. (Choir Planning Meeting, 12:30 p.m.)
Grace Tabernacle Christian Church, 5122-26 Greenway Ave, Philadelphia, Pa. 19143
Contact: Gwendolyn Ricks, 215-242-1577, gFRicks@verizon.net