A 1973 federal appeals court reinstated student paper after a two-year hiatus
The September 1971 memo from then-Chancellor Albert N. Whiting was clear enough: "I am here announcing that all funds for the publication of the Campus Echo have been temporarily suspended …"
Both the struggle and character of N.C. Central University's founding days are revealed in recent archival documents provided to the Campus Echo. The documents, courtesy of the Rockefeller Archive Center in Sleepy Hollow, N.Y., provide a fascinating account of NCCU's first two decades ....
Thinking of the “roaring 20s” conjures mental images of jazz legends like Duke Ellington and Louis Armstrong. As the good times came to an end and the Great Depression loomed just around the corner, at the North Carolina College for Negroes, a family tradition was being born. The Williams’ clan boasts eleven NCCU alumni including aunts, cousins, and great-aunts.
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As centennial approaches 1945 alumna shares her memories of University's past
Try to imagine N. C. Central University and Durham on a June spring day about 65 years ago. World War II is in its last days, Durham is considered the Black Wall Street and the North Carolina College for Negroes is holding its 20th commencement. The school’s motto: “I serve.”
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NCCU’s first name drawn from populist education movement
When you read that N.C. Central University was instituted in 1910 as the National Religious Training School Chautauqua, you've got to ask yourself: "What exactly does this ‘Chautauqua' refer to?" "It translates into ‘meeting place,'" said Terry Huff, coordinator of University dimensions of learning.
Shirley Temple James-Holliday pushed students, faculty to take activist stance
Shirley Temple James-Holliday, the 1956 editor of the Campus Echo newspaper, recently dusted off her memories of Chuck Berry, B. B. King and Billie Holiday to share with present-day Eagles.
John Hope Franklin’s ‘From Slavery to Freedom’ stirs once again
As we come upon the one year anniversary of historian John Hope Franklin’s death, the recent release of the 9th edition of his epic book “From Slavery to Freedom: A History of African Americans” continues to fascinate scholars.
NCCU alumnus Alex Rivera’s photography now on display at art museum
The name Alex Rivera is synonymous with photojournalism. Well known for portraying the civil rights movement through his camera lens, he told stories the country would never forget.
NCCU alums carry Shepard legacy at local middle school
It's not just our library that bears the name of N.C. Central University founder James E. Shepard. There's also a nearby middle school that carries his name.
J. William Becton, a self-described "Durhamite," has been in the media mix for decades. From his early beginnings as the Campus Echo sports editor at N.C. Central University to serving as the "godfather" of the WTVD Minority Advisory Committee, Becton has been involved.
Just 18 percent of faculty, staff on monthly deduction plan
"Real Eagles Give Back," says the logo of the N.C. Central University Foundation. And the foundation sees the NCCU's centennial celebration as an opportunity to find a few more real Eagles. As part of its centennial initiative the foundation is turning to faculty and staff with an automatic payroll deduction plan entitled "Make it Maroon." "
"People first used the Internet to look up information, send and receive emails, chatting, and instant messaging. Along the way came more capabilities came such as online dating."
"Initially NCCU wasn’t my first choice. After being here, I realized that NCCU was actually my best choice. I feel like I was able to hit the ground running once I got accepted to NCCU."
"Well at NCCU I was not broken down, I was molded, groomed and polished. Thanks to the English department I am able to construct and structure mentally stimulating and thought provoking stories."
According to the Huffington Post, the National Labor Relations Board has granted employers permission to utilize Facebook to see if, outside of work, employees really are the outstanding citizens they pose as at work.
The FBI and the Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division have recently gotten involved in the investigation of this matter. Evidence continues to come in that proves Zimmerman committed a crime. The 911 tapes worked against Zimmerman once they became public.
I can respect that all people have a right to express themselves through fashion. I support doing so. However, I cannot say I will accept the skinny jean fad as appropriate for a potential suitor.
She was the first black woman to be on the cover of Seventeen Magazine. She also was the most awarded female of all time, according to "Guinness Book of World Records. "
"North Carolina has consistently opposed every major social justice movement. Our state was a member of the Confederacy, resisted the Civil Rights movement, and created obstacles for workers seeking to form unions."
"The purpose of Black History month began as a way to acknowledge African-American achievement but has been transformed to a repetitive process year after year."
Eagle pride is not something you're born with—you earn it! You have to live in Baynes Hall or the other dorms to understand. Go to the caf on a daily basis and walk across this hilly campus. Understand why we love the Aggie-Eagle classic and why N.C. A&T is second to us.
I have been to several on-campus assemblies for class assignments, out of my own interest, or to cover them for the Campus Echo. Almost every time I go, a rowdy group of students is using their phones or whispering.
At this point in my life I can't really complain about anything. I have worked hard and gained so much. These memories are forever lasting and the memories that I carry from college will be some of my greatest. I can finally scream, Momma, I made it.
Plenty of accomplished individuals make 10 time more than our parents and don't have college degrees. To name a few: Steve Jobs, Mark Zuckerberg, Diddy, Jay-Z, Kanye West and many more.
Imagine a world in which a person can be treated for medical emergencies by walking into the hospital, being seen, released and not having to pay anything. Sounds good, doesn't it?
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