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2015–2016A GUIDE FOR PARENTS

produced byin partnership withFor more information, please contactOffice of New Student ProgramsNorth Carolina A&T State University1601 East Market StreetMurphy Hall, Suite 102Phone 336-256-2212About this GuideUniversityParent has published this guide inpartnership with North Carolina A&T StateUniversity with the mission of helping you easilynavigate your student’s university with the mosttimely and relevant information available.Discover more articles, tips and local businessinformation by visiting the online guide at:www.universityparent.com/ncatThe presence of university/college logos andmarks in this guide does not mean the schoolendorses the products or services offered byadvertisers in this guide.3180 Sterling Circle, Suite 200Boulder, CO 80301www.universityparent.comAdvertising Inquiries:(866) 721-1357ads@universityparent.comcontentsSarah Schupp Publisher mark hager .com/4collegeparents 2015 UniversityParent4North Carolina A&T State University689121515 NC A&T GuideComprehensive advice and information for student successWelcome to North Carolina A&T!Spring 2016 Academic CalendarTen Tips for ParentsImportant Phone NumbersAggie BoostersAccess to Student Records (FERPA)www.universityparent.com/ncatNorth Carolina A&T State University5

Welcome to North Carolina A&T!our faculty, students and alumni stronglycommitted to A&T and the true meaningof Aggie Pride.I invite you to become a part of a visionthat continues to produce tomorrow’sleaders. I encourage you to visit ourbeautiful campus and tour our state-ofthe-art classroom buildings, sit in a classor laboratory, or attend an athletic orcultural event. See firsthand how A&T ismaking a difference!We appreciate your participation andinvolvement in your student’s experienceand look forward to an awesome nextfew years with your student on ourcampus. Please don’t hesitate to ask us forassistance as your student transitions tothis very exciting time in their lives!Best of wishes!Jeremicus Porter, M.Ed.Executive Director,New Student ProgramsDear Parents andFamily Members,Welcome to the North CarolinaAgricultural and Technical State Universityfamily! It is our pleasure to welcome eachof you to our community. North CarolinaA&T State University is committed topartnering with parents and families toassist in the success and education ofour new students. The Office of NewStudent Programs provides resourcesand programs to assist you in thesupport of your student’s growth at N.C.A&T and also provides support to studentsas they transition into college life. Weencourage you to take advantage of ourresources over the next couple of years.We offer a wide variety of resources andevents for parents and families includingParent Orientations and Family Weekendevery fall semester. Please visit theParents Gateway website frequently atww.ncat.edu/gateway/parents.html.6This website provides information youneed to know and can serve as a greatstarting point when questions orconcerns arise.efforts illustrate how campus andcommunity collaborations enhance thequality of life for the citizens of NorthCarolina, the nation, and the world.As you explore our many differentresources for information, you will havethe opportunity to discover North CarolinaA&T’s rich and storied history and learnabout our award-winning faculty, intensiveresearch programs and student-ledcommunity service initiatives. While wecelebrate our profound history steepedin academic and social responsibility, weare not prepared to rest on our laurels,but instead, will continue to explore newfrontiers of knowledge through cuttingedge research.A&T is a vital part of the community andthe community is a vital part of A&T.The faculty, staff and students are theessence of what makes A&T special. Inyour explorations, discover what makesN.C. A&T is a community partner, neighborand an active corporate citizen of thePiedmont Triad. Born from the university’smission to offer exemplary instruction,scholarly and creative research, andeffective public service, our outreachNorth Carolina A&T State Universitywww.universityparent.com/ncat7

Ten Tips for ParentsSpring 2016Academic Calendar8January 9SaturdayResidence Hall Open: 6am–noon forContinuing Students/ 3pm for New StudentsJanuary 11MondayClasses BeginJanuary 18MondayMartin Luther King Jr. Holiday (CommunityService Day/No Classes)January 28ThursdayRonald McNair Memorial DayFebruary 1MondayUniversity’s February One CelebrationMarch 5SaturdayResidence Hall Close at 1pmMarch 7–11Monday – FridaySpring BreakMarch 13SundayResidence Hall Re-Open 9amMarch 24ThursdayFounders Day (Classes are Suspended from10am-noon)March 25FridayUniversity Day (Good Friday)April 4–25Monday – MondayRegistration Period for Fall 2016April 13WednesdayHonor’s Convocation (Classes areSuspended from 10am – noon)May 5ThursdayLast Day of ClassesMay 6FridayReading DayMay 9–13Monday – FridayFinal ExaminationsMay 14SaturdayCommencementNorth Carolina A&T State UniversityAllow time to get adjusted1The first few days or weeks of school require many adjustments tonew situations as well as concentration on the academic transitionfrom high school to college. Believe it — they are missing home at thesame time they are adjusting to cultural, academic and social change.You can help if you write. Send a card with a handwritten note orwrite a letter letting them know that you are going through a periodof adjustment as well. Better yet, use the available technology (email,text messaging) or whatever works best for you. A care packageloaded with all their favorite treats will let them know how much youlove them and are thinking about them.Ask questions23Of course you want to know how things are going. Believe this, it won’thurt to ask. Let them know you are interested in what’s going on withthem. Be a good listener and point them to useful resources.Expect change to occur gradually (or maybeinstantly, like having a roommate) and be patientCollege brings change and maturing that takes time. Give old habits achance to weed out and new ones a chance to develop as your Aggiesfinds out what works best for them.www.universityparent.com/ncat9

Connect with the university8A&T is your friend. Establish contacts in various offices that canprovide appropriate information and help your student when needed.Attend Homecoming in the fall. Give thanks when you get help; youmay need it again!Most importantly, trust themDon’t worry (too much) about “nothing is goingright I hate this place I want to come home”phone calls, letters, emails or text messages4Let them get it off their chest, but try to find out what’s reallybugging them and why. Ask about rest, relaxation and recreationopportunities and about the things they do in their spare time thatthey enjoy. Suggest a way to have them integrate those things intocollege life. Encourage them to stay on campus on the weekendsso they can really experience college life. Let college grow on them.Know what resources are available to help if they hit a snag and,whom to call if the going gets too rough. Encourage them to seekout the services North Carolina A&T State University has to offer.A friendly reminder about the services discussed at New StudentOrientation would be great!910You know in your heart that you have done everything in yourpower to raise your student well. They won’t forget you or whatyou have taught them. Independence will come through thefreedomwww of experience, not instruction. Mistakes will occur. Letthem be a learning experience.Relax, let go and let A&T!Visit5Yes, you want to see them, and they want to see you. Visits by parentsare another of the first year events that freshmen are reluctant toadmit liking but appreciate greatly. Spur-of-the-moment “surprises”usually are not appreciated, so give advance notice. They will want toimpress you about how clean they keep their room.Give them a sense of security6Help provide the tools they need. Secure their finances. College costsmoney. Pay their bills on time. Then, send money for everything frombooks, to flash drives, to snacks or the movies and laundry. Establish abank account, cash card system, and definitely put them on a budget.Have health insurance and a process in place for a health emergency.Give them their space710Your “Aggie” will be growing into independence. When they comehome for the holidays, allow them to share their time with family andto catch up with old friends. They like to eat, and, after dorm food, theywill spend plenty of time at home.North Carolina A&T State Universitywww.universityparent.com/ncat11

Important PhoneNumbersStudent Actions for EmergenciesAggie Escort Services336-334-7309Counseling Services336-334-7727Dean of Students336-334-7791Housing and Residence Life336-334-7708Student Health Center336-334-7880University Police Department336-334-7675Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs336-334-7696Library Services336-285-4185Online Directorydirectory.ncat.eduParking Services336-285-2027Treasurer’s Office336-334-7721University Bookstore336-334-7593University Information Center336-334-7500University Ticket Office336-334-7749Academic Schools/Colleges and ResourcesCenter for Academic Excellence336-334-7855College of Arts and Sciences336-334-7806College of Engineering336-285-2640School of Agricultureand Environmental Sciences336-334-7979School of Business and Economics336-334-7632School of Education336-334-7757School of Nursing336-334-7750School of Technology336-334-7567The Graduate School336-334-7920The Joint School of Nanoscienceand Nanoengineering336-285-2800Enrollment ManagementInformation Sources12New Student Programs336-256-2212Office of the Registrar336-334-7595Student Financial Aid Office336-334-7973 or 800443-0835Aggie Alert Info Line336-334-7325Aggie OneCard336-334-7114Aggie Tech Support (Help Desk336-334-7195Summer School and Continuing Education336-334-7810Alumni Affairs Office336-334-7195Transfer Articulation336-285-4080Athletics Department336-334-7686Undergraduate Admissions336-334-7946Campus Enterprises336-334-7876Campus Mail Center336-334-7544Distance Learning336-256-0355Graduate Admissions336-285-2366Campus Recreation Center336-285-4230Honors Program336-285-2030Career Services336-334-7755International Programs336-334-7104Greek Life336-334-7792North Carolina A&T State UniversityStudent Affairswww.universityparent.com/ncat13