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100

Name three dorms on the south side of campus.

Barbee (co-ed/ suite style), Vanstory (female/ traditional), Morrow (female/ traditional), Speight (female/ traditional), Curtis (female/ traditional), Holland (female/ traditional)

100

What historic event did NC A&T students participate in on February 1, 1960?

he Greensboro sit-ins

100

What resources are available at F.D. Bluford Library?

Bluford Library offers study rooms, I.T help desk (basement level), free black/white printers, management planning, and Makerspace. The library has three main floors including a basement. The third floor is strictly a quiet area.

100

Because housing is only guaranteed your first year, what options are given after that?

Resources are provided such as apartment fairs in the event your student does not receive housing in the upcoming years

100

The building "Carver Hall" is named after which famous African-American male?

George Washington Carver

200

Can students have visitors in the dorms?


Yes, but there are specific visitation hours.

Visitation hours Fall and Spring Semesters: Monday – Friday 4:00 pm – 12:00 midnight. Saturday – Sunday 12:00 – 12:00 midnight.

200

Which prominent civil rights leader is an alumnus of NC A&T?

Jesse Jackson

200

What is the procedure for transferring credits from another institution?

Official transcripts from your prior institution must be sent to the Graduate College from the transferring institution’s Registrar’s office.

200

How safe is the campus?

NCAT is an open campus but there is a police station located behind the student center

Emergency blue lights that notify the police 

Safety escorts walk them to their destination if they feel unsafe

Safezone, Aggie Alert System

200

What is another name for Monroe Hall? And where is it located on campus?

Cherry Hall

It is by McNair Hall

300

Name 3 Living Learning Communities of campus offers.

FIT Living Learning Community

Interdisciplinary Center for Early Career Exploration (ICEE) LLC 

Noble Place

Sisters

Trio

Aggie M.E.N

STEM

300

Which NC A&T alumnus was the first African American astronaut candidate?


Ronald McNair

300

What is the best way to get involved in student organizations and clubs?

The best way to get involved in student organizations and clubs is to stay active and alert with activities happening on campus. A great online resource is 1891 Connect, where all University registered organizations can be found. In the beginning of the year the Council of Presidents host a huge Student Organization Fair. This org fair consists of all organizations and clubs on campus. ( Dance clubs, LGBTQ+ Community, Hometown orgs, and anything else you can think of ).

300

How does the university support diversity and inclusion?

Multicultural student center, intercultural affairs, etc

300

What does E.R.I.C stand for? and Where is this building on campus?

Engineering Research and Innovation Complex (ERIC)

Next to Barbee Hall

400

What are the safety measures in place in NC A&T dorms?

Safety measures include secured entry points requiring student ID access, 24/7 campus security patrols, and emergency call stations.

400

When did NC A&T become apart of the UNC School System?

1972

400

What is the process for obtaining a parking permit?

Students that have obtained 30 or more credits will be eligible to park vehicles on campus. On-campus freshmen who have a medical need or off-campus employment must obtain approval from the Office of Leadership and Civic Engagement. To get a parking permit students must go to ncat.2hosted.com OR just go to the official University site and search “ parking permit”).

400

What academic resources are available on campus to support my child?

Tutoring services, writing center, career services, academic advising

400

Who was Dowdy named after? Name 3 offices Dowdy houses?

Lewis C. Dowdy

The administrative office, the chancellor's office, the treasurer's office, the financial aid and scholarships registrar, and the transfer articulation office, payroll office

500

What are the responsibilities of a Resident Advisor (RA) in NC A&T dorms?

Resident Advisors (RAs) help maintain a safe and supportive living environment, assist with student concerns, organize community activities, and enforce dorm policies.

500

How many bachelor's degree programs does our school offer?

59

500

What are the dining options and meal plans available on campus?

NC A&T has two main cafeterias, The Marketplace (which offers vegan options every day) and Williams Dining Hall. The menu for the day can be found online on the NCAT dining website. There are also several restaurants provided that can be paid for through Aggie Flex (CFA-Qudoba-Paavo’s Pizza-Sub Connection-Einstein Bros. Bagels-Starbucks-Martin’s Cafe- Aggie Wings-1891 Bistro- Elements Store). Incoming students' meal plan is defaulted to Meal Plan B. This meal plan consists of 14 meals per week + $350flex dollars per semester. They are welcome to change the other two meal plans offered to freshmen. All details of meal plans can be found on ncatdining.com.

500

Name 3 Organizations you would suggest to parents to allow their students to get involved and what the organizations does

Any Orgs are the correct answer

500

When was the Trust Stadium built, and how many people can it hold?

It was built in 1981, and it holds 27,000 people