February 2007 marks the 47th anniversary of the Sit-Ins that occurred at a downtown Greensboro
Woolworth's five and dime store. Read more about that historical event that not only changed the
lives of four college men, but changed the course of history. Read the bios of the A&T Four.
The words of A&T’s alma mater were written by Susie Dudley,
wife of the second president of the University.
View the words as well as a short history of the alma mater here.
All but two of the nine presidents/chancellors that have been at the helm of the University
have buildings named in their honor. Historical information as well as a photographs of these buildings and other buildings
can be electronically viewed:
It will be the “showplace of the south” was how an article in a 1950 edition of the A&T Register described Scott Hall. Historic Scott Hall was constructed in 1951. After fifty three years as a residence hall for men, it was demolished in 2004. It covered two city blocks and was believed at the time to be the largest college dorm in the southeast.
Willie Grimes, described as a normal and studious young man, was a twenty year old A&T sophomore when he was killed in the spring of 1969.
What happened on the night of May 21st?
Hear these illustrious Aggies in their own words talk about their childhood experiences that laid the foundation for the work ethic they brought with them to North Carolina A&T State University. History comes alive as they share with us memories of their lives as students and their experiences as members of the Greensboro community. Hear their hopes and aspirations for their beloved Alma Mater.
