Johnson C. Smith University
Winston Salem State University
North Carolina A&T State University
North Carolina Central University
Fayetteville State University
Benedict
College
College
100
When was JCSU founded and what does the "C" in Johnson C. Smith University stand for?
1867; C is for "Crayne"
100
Is the area around WSSU considered to be urban, suburban, or rural?
Urban
100
When was NCAT founded and what does the "A&T" stand for?
1891; Agricultural (A) and Technical (T)
100
What was our tour guide's name and where is he from?
Jaylynn Gill; Fayetteville, NC
100
How many men founded Fayetteville State and when was it founded?
7 men; 1867
100
Who founded Benedict College and what was the significance of the person that founded the college?
Bathsheba Benedict (namesake); She was a white abolitionist
200
What is the name of the first female president at JCSU?
Dr. Dorothy Cowser Yancy (Dr. Yancy)
200
What is the student to teacher ratio?
14:1
200
What are 2 popular clubs at NCAT (besides the Divine Nine)?
Anime Aggies, Hometown Organizations, Prism, Men on the Move, National Black Law Student Association, National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE)
200
When did the university officially become "North Carolina Central University"?
1969
200
How much is tuition for in state AND out-of-state students?
In state: $500/year
Out-of-State: $2,500/year
200
What is the name of the oldest building on campus?
Morgan Hall
300
What is the deadline to pay your fee to lock in your scholarship?
May 1st
300
What scholarships does WSSU offer and what are the requirements?
Merit-based (Chancellor and Provost)
All new freshmen (that have already been accepted) need at least a 3.75 GPA to apply for both
300
What significance did the "Greensboro Four" have with North Carolina A&T?
The Greensboro Four were 4 freshmen at NCAT who sparked a movement against segregation by staging a sit-in at a local Woolworth lunch counter.
300
How can you change an early class to a later time?
Have a conversation with your advisor.
300
What are the 3 forms of FREE money?
Scholarships, grants, and endowments
300
Who is the first female president of Benedict College?
Dr. Roslyn Clark Artis
400
What is the legend behind the "Golden Bulls" of JCSU?
The bricks used to build some of the buildings on campus were hauled in by bulls. Builders also allegedly saw a "golden streak" in the sky.
400
What 3 countries are offered as options for study abroad locations at WSSU?
Brazil, Cuba, and Kenya
400
What is the official name of North Carolina A&T's band?
The Blue and Gold Marching Machine
400
Where does "the money reside" on the campus of NCCU?
The Administration Building
400
How many credits do you need to graduate from FSU?
120 credits
400
Name 2 types of engineering majors that BC has.
Civil, electrical, environmental, computer
500
What were 2 key differences between white schools and black schools in the "Separate but Equal" exhibit in the JCSU museum?
White schools were made of brick and stucco, black schools were made of wood. White children had more expensive books and materials than black children.
500
How is WSSU being affected by the current cuts in Federal Funded Programs and Grants?
The "Winston-Salem TEACH" grant was terminated. This 4.7 million dollar grant helps place educators in Title I schools.
500
What is the name of the grassy area in front of the Williams Dining Hall?
The Holland Bowl
500
What was the slogan written under the jumbotron in the NCCU gymnasium?
"Protect the Nest"
500
What are the names of 2 out of the 7 men who founded the university?
Thomas Lomax, Nelson Carter, David A. Bryant, Matthew N. Leary Jr., Andrew J. Chesnutt, Robert Simmons, George Grange Sr.
500
What was Mr. Kenyon's major when he attended Benedict College?
Accounting