Historical Milestones

• 1800s
• 1900s
• 2000s

1800s

1862

The first Morrill Act was passed by the U.S. Congress granting to each state and territory a certain amount of land, the proceeds of which were to be used to establish at least one college. The main purpose of the college was to promote the liberal and practical education of the industrial classes.

1890

The second Morrill Act, which provided funds to support the instructional program in the Land-Grant Colleges, was passed by Congress on August 30th. The Board of Trustees of the A. and M. College in Raleigh was empowered to make temporary arrangements for Negro students so that the College could qualify for funds under the second Morrill Act. Instruction for Negro students was begun at Shaw University in Raleigh in Agriculture, English, Horticulture and Mathematics involving four teachers and 37 students.

1891

The North Carolina General Assembly on March 9th ratified the Act establishing the "A. and M. College for the Colored Race". Its purpose was "to teach practical agriculture and mechanic arts and such branches of learning as relate there to, not excluding academic and classical instruction".

The first meeting of the Board of Trustees of the A. and M. College for the Colored Race was held on June 23rd.

1892

• The Board of Trustees voted on March 3rd to locate the college in Greensboro. Durham, Mebane, Raleigh, Wilmington and Winston also made applications. The citizens of Greensboro had contributed 14 acres of land and $11,000.
• John Oliver Crosby was elected the first President of the College by the Board of Trustees on May 25th.

1893

The main building which was called “the college building” was completed. “It was a multi-purpose building that was used for dormitories for men and women, food service, classrooms and offices. It was destroyed by fire in 1930.” Gibbs, Warmoth T. History of The North Carolina Agricultural and Technical College. Dubuque, Iowa: Wm. C. Brown Book Company, 1966.

1894

• The first college catalog was published which showed photographs of the main building, a dormitory, the names of the five teachers, the steward and the nine departments.
• The student newspaper, The Register, was first published.
• The North Dormitory was completed which housed one hundred students in thirty-eight rooms.
• Margaret Falkener is credited with organizing the Music Deparment.

1895

• Governor Ellis Cobb became the first Governor of the State to visit the campus.
• The Mechanical Building or Crosby Hall, designed by President John O. Crosby, was completed in the summer.

1896

Dr. James B. Dudley, principal of the Peabody School in Wilmington, North Carolina was selected as the second President. He served until 1925.

1899

The first degrees are conferred by the college. The class motto was "no steps backwards". The first degree recipients were:

• W.T.C. Cheek, B.S.
• I.S. Cunningham, B.S.
• A.W. Curtis, B.Agriculture
• E.L. Falkner, B.Agriculture
• J.M. Joyner, B.Agriculture
• P.E. Robinson, B.Agriculture
• A. Watson, B.S.

1900s

1902

Enrollment was restricted to males only.

1904

The College developed an 100-acre farm equipped with the latest in farm machinery and labor-saving devices.

1915

The name of the College was changed to "Negro Agricultural and Technical College of North Carolina" by an Act of the General Assembly.

1919

The Junior Unit of Army R.O.T.C. was inaugurated. This two-year program continued until the Senior Division R.O.T.C. was begun in 1942.

1925

• Dr. Ferdinand D. Bluford was selected as the third President and served until 1955.
• A&T became a member of the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA).

1926

The National Alumni Association was organized.

1928

• The College was granted co-educational status.
• A&T was granted an "A" rating by the North Carolina Department of Education.

1930

A&T was ganted an "A" rating by the New York Department of Education and the American Medical Association.

1936

A&T attained an "A" rating on the approved list of the Southern Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools.

1939

A&T was authorized to grant the Master of Science degree in education and certain other fields.

1941

Roy Elloy Hall was the first graduate to receive the Master of Science degree.

1940

A&T conferred its first bachelors degree in instrumental music.

1942

Senior Army R.O.T.C. Program was begun.

1946

• The A&T Foundation was established on March 4th by the Board of Trustees.
• A&T acquired the 96-acre land tract known as North Campus.

1951

The Senior Air Force R.O.T.C. Program was instituted.

1953

The School of Nursing was established.

1955

Dr. Warmoth T. Gibbs was selected as the fourth President and served until June 30th, 1960.

1957

• The first class in the School of Nursing graduated.
• The North Carolina General Assembly redefined the purpose of A&T College as follows:
  "The primary purpose of the College shall be to teach the Agricultural and Technical Arts and Sciences and such branches of learning as related thereto; the training of teachers, supervisors, and administrators for the public schools of the State, including the preparation of such teachers, supervisors, and administrators for the Master's Degree. Such other programs of a professional or occupational nature may be offered as shall be approved by the North Carolina Board of Higher Education, consistent with the appropriations made therefore."
• The name of the College was changed to "Agricultural and Technical College of North Carolina".
• Rodney Jaye Miller of Greensboro was the first white student admitted to A&T.

1959

A&T was fully-accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS).

1960

• Ezell Blair, Jr. (Jibreel Khazan), Franklin McCain, Joseph McNeil and David Richmond, four freshman students at A&T College initiated the Lunch Counter Sit-In demonstrations in Greensboro on February 1st.
• Dr. Samuel D. Proctor was selected as the fifth President of the College and served until 1964.

1964

• Dr. Lewis C. Dowdy was selected as the sixth President of the College and served until 1980.
• John A. Steinhauer, a science teacher, was the first white student to earn a degree from A&T, earning the Master of Science in Education with a concentration in Chemistry.

1965

The College acquired the East Campus, formerly the Immanuel Lutheran College.

1966

• The Board of Directors for the A&T College Foundation was appointed. Membership of the Board grew from five to twenty-four.
• Radio station WANT was established on February 9th.

1967

• Four new buildings were named: B.W. Barnes Biology Building, Edward Richard Merrick Building, C.M. Vanstory Hall, Memorial Union of A&T College.
• The Agricultural and Technical College of North Carolina, by an Act of the North Carolina General Assembly, was designated a Regional University as the North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University. Two academic divisions were established: the Division of Industrial Education and Technology and the Division of Business and Economics.
• The name of the College was changed to "North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University".

1968

Effective September 1st, the University was reorganized into the following academic areas:

• School of Agriculture
• School of Arts and Sciences containing the Division of Humanities
• Division of Natural Sciences and Mathematics
• Division of Social Sciences
• School of Education
• School of Engineering
• School of Nursing
• School of Graduate Studies
• Division of Business Administration

1969

• The School of Engineering was accredited by the Engineers' Council for Professional Development.
• The Department of Speech and Drama was created as a part of the School of Arts and Sciences.
• The History and Political Science Departments were created after formerly being one department.

1970

• The School of Business and Economics was created by an Action of the Board of Trustees.
• The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) reaffirmed A&T's full membership.
• The Paul Robeson Little Theatre was opened.
• The Register acquired IBM equipment enabling its staff to perform functions of newspaper production excepting printing.

1971

• A&T left the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association and helped form the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC).
• The School of Engineering attained membership in the Association of Schools of Engineering.
• The School of Nursing was accredited by the National League for Nursing.

1972

A&T became a constituent institution of the University of North Carolina, which is comprised of 16 senior public institutions.

1974

The University's Social Science Program received approval from the Council on Social Work Education.

1976

The Men's Basketball Team wins the MEAC Championship.

1977

The Teacher Education Programs were approved by the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education.

1978

• The Graduate School was approved as a member of the Council of Graduate Schools in the United States.
• The Industrial Technology program was accredited by the National Association of Industrial Technology.

1979

• The University's undergraduate business program was accredited by the American Assembly of Collegiate Schools of Business.
• Dr. Ronald E. McNair, a 1971 A&T graduate, was selected for the U.S. astronaut program.

1980

• Dr. Cleon F. Thompson became the seventh Chancellor, serving one year as Interim Chancellor.
• The University became an affiliate member of the Microelectronics Center of North Carolina.

1981

Dr. Edward B. Fort was inaugurated as the eighth Chancellor of North Carolina A&T State University.

1983

The Rev. Jesse Jackson, a 1964 A&T graduate, became a candidate for the Presidency of the United States.

1984

A&T graduate Dr. Ronald E. McNair orbited the Earth in the Space Shuttle Challenger.

1985

• The following facilities were dedicated:
• Aggie Stadium
• Bryan House
• Zoe P. Barbee Hall
• Ellis F. Corbett Health, Physical Education and Recreation Center
• Lewis C. Dowdy Administration Building
• W.H. Gamble Complex
• Warmoth T. Gibbs Social Science Hall
• Haley Hall
• Holt Hall
• Marteena Hall
• Alma I. Morrow Hall
• Mattye Reed African Heritage Center
• Register Staff House
• B.C. Webb Animal Science Hall
• F.A. Williams Cafeteria
• The School of Arts and Sciences was renamed "College of Arts and Sciences", effective June 1st.

1986

• Dr. Ronald E. McNair, A&T alumnus and U.S. astronaut, perished in the explosion of the Space Shuttle Challenger.
• The University's Accounting Program was accredited by the American Assembly of Collegiate Schools of Business.
• A&T received a grant of $2.25 million from the U.S. Navy Office of Naval Research for composite materials research.

1987

• The School of Technology was established.
• Dedication ceremonies were held for the $8.5 million Ronald E. McNair Engineering Building.
• Approval of $16 million was received from the North Carolina General Assembly for construction of a new library.
• Roy Robertson, of Stokes County, received the Gilmer L. and Clara Y. Dudley Small Farmer of the Year Award.

1988

• A&T achieved a record enrollment of 6,200 students.
• A&T broke ground for the new library.
• The University was funded by NASA to operate a $3.6 million Space Technology Development and Utilization Program.

• Kenneth Tobler, of Surry County, received the Gilmer L. and Clara Y. Dudley Small Farmer of the Year Award.

1989

• A&T received a $2.5 million grant from the National Science Foundation to conduct telecommunications research.
• The University enrolled a record 6,500 students.
• Dedication services were held for the $1.7 million Charles Moore Agricultural Research Facility.

• Lonnie Harrison, Jr., of Warren County, received the Gilmer L. and Clara Y. Dudley Small Farmer of the Year Award.

1990

• The University dedicated a multi-million dollar center for composite materials research.
• A&T graduated twelve students in the new Chemical Engineering Program.
• A&T was selected as the lead institution in a $5.5 million research contract from NASA.

• Robert Edmonds, Jr., of Halifax County, received the Gilmer L. and Clara Y. Dudley Small Farmer of the Year Award.

1991

• The $16 million new F.D. Bluford Library was dedicated.
• The $600,000 Microelectronics Fabrication Laboratory was dedicated.
• A&T enrolled a record 7,000 students.

• Linda Woody, of Yancey County, received the Gilmer L. and Clara Y. Dudley Small Farmer of the Year Award.

1992

Charles D. Sneed, of Franklin County, received the Gilmer L. and Clara Y. Dudley Small Farmer of the Year Award.

1993

Elton Smith, of Halifax County, received the Gilmer L. and Clara Y. Dudley Small Farmer of the Year Award.

1994

• The first Ph.D candidates in Electrical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering were enrolled.
• Harold Davis, of Yancey County, received the Gilmer L. and Clara Y. Dudley Small Farmer of the Year Award.

1995

• Dr. Kofi Obeng, School of Business and Economics, was the recipient of the Board of Governors Award for Excellence in Teaching
• Betsy and Alex Hitt, of Alamance County, received the Gilmer L. and Clara Y. Dudley Small Farmer of the Year Award.

1996

• The Men's Indoor Track Team was co-winner of the MEAC.
• Dr. Gilbert Casterlow, Jr. College of Arts and Sciences, was the recipient of the Board of Governors Award for Excellence in Teaching.
• Jackie Garner, of Bladen County, received the Gilmer L. and Clara Y. Dudley Small Farmer of the Year Award.

1997

• Dr. Nancy L. Glenz, School of Technology, was the recipient of the Board of Governors Award for Excellence in Teaching.
• Barbara and Larry Pierce, of Halifax County, received the Gilmer L. and Clara Y. Dudley Small Farmer of the Year Award.

1998

• A&T granted it's first Ph.D degrees to Sidney Llewellyn Bryson (Electrical Engineering), Alfred L. Burress (Electrical Engineering) and Christopher Grace (Mechanical Engineering).
• Dr. Marihelen Kamp-Glass, School of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences, was the recipient of the Board of Governors Award for Excellence in Teaching.
• Barbara and Lesker Loyied Norris, of Wake County, received the Gilmer L. and Clara Y. Dudley Small Farmer of the Year Award.

1999

• Dr. James C. Renick was installed as the ninth Chancellor of North Carolina A&T State University.
• A&T held its first Winter Commencement on December 18th.
• Dr. Arjun D. Kapur, School of Technology, was the recipient of the Board of Governors Award for Excellence in Teaching.
• James Dunn, of Wake County, received the Gilmer L. and Clara Y. Dudley Small Farmer of the Year Award.

2000s

2000

• Dr. Carolyn W. Meyers was the first female named as Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs.
• The School of Agriculture was renamed "School of Agriculture and Environmental and Allied Sciences".
• The Master of Science in Management (M.S.M.) degree program was approved in the School of Business and Economics.
• Dr. Genevieve L. Williams, School of Education, was the recipient of the Board of Governors Award for Excellence in Teaching.
• Willie Woolard, of Martin County, received the Gilmer L. and Clara Y. Dudley Small Farmer of the Year Award.

2001

• Dr. Carolyn W. Meyers was named the first Provost of the University.
• Yaxi Shen was the first female to earn a Ph.D degree at A&T (Mechanical Engineering).
• On February 1st, Lewis A. Brandon, III, alumnus and civil rights activist, was awarded the first North Carolina A&T State University Medal for Human Rights.
• The ribbon cutting ceremony was held on February 5th for the new 400 Obermeyer Parking Lot located in the heart of campus on Obermeyer and Laurel Streets.
• A&T joined forces with area Arts Councils, businesses, educators and City officials to announce the premier of the Piedmont Jazz Festival, bringing prominent jazz artists to the Triad from April 4th through the 8th.
• The dedication ceremony of the Aggie Suites residence hall was held on August 10th. Five wings in the 220,000 sq.ft. building were named in honor of members of the Board of Directors:
• Dr. Alvin V. Blount
• Lt. Col. Thurmon L. Deloney
• Anne Graves Kornegay
• Obrie Smith
• Edward R. Zane
• Dr. Musibau A. Shofoluwe, School of Technology, was the recipient of the Board of Governors Award for Excellence in Teaching.
• Burnice Blanks, of Robeson County, received the Gilmer L. and Clara Y. Dudley Small Farmer of the Year Award.

2002

• The monument honoring the Greensboro Four was unveiled. James Barnhill, a faculty member in the Department of Visual and Performing Arts, sculpted the statue. The monument is located in front of the James B. Dudley Building.
• Vincent G. Harding, civil rights activist, and the late Rosemarie Freeney Harding, peace and reconciliation activist, were awarded the North Carolina A&T State University Human Rights Medal. The Hardings co-founded The Veterans of Hope Project.
• The A&T Tennis Complex was officially dedicated on March 17th. The complex is located on the southeast side of campus on East Market Street.
• Dr. Susan Wilson, School of Nursing, was the recipient of the Board of Governors Award for Excellence in Teaching.
• James A. Davis, III, of Halifax County, received the Gilmer L. and Clara Y. Dudley Small Farmer of the Year Award.

2003

• On March 31st, 2003, A&T was awarded a chapter of Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society.
• The Dean of Library Services position was established at A&T on August 29th. This position was formerly the Director of Library Services. Waltrene M. Canada, who served as the Interim Director of Library Services from 1993-4 and Director from 1994-2003, was appointed the first Dean of Library Services.
• The Master of School Administration (M.S.A.) degree program was approved in the School of Education.
• The Oaks Faculty and Staff Club opened for use on Thursday, September 4th, 2003. The Oaks was the former home of A&T's Presidents and Chancellors.
• On September 23rd, North Carolina A&T State University and UNC Greensboro announced the creation of a Joint Millennial Campus. The Greensboro Center for Innovative Development, its official name, will have north and south campuses that will focus on regional economic development.
• A&T's new logo was unveiled October 16th in a ceremony at Aggie Stadium. The new logo features the head of A&T's mascot with spiked chain and the words "NC A&T Aggies" around it. Other images unveiled included a new interlocking A&T letter mark, Baby Aggie youth mark and various word marks.
• The Souls of Black Folk, by W.E.B. DuBois, was the first selected text in the Text in the Community Series at A&T.
• Dr. Sandra C. Alexander, College of Arts and Sciences, was the recipient of the Board of Governors Award for Excellence in Teaching.
• Amy Locklear-Cummings and Ellery Locklear, of Robeson County, received the Gilmer L. and Clara Y. Dudley Small Farmer of the Year Award.

2004

• Quiester Craig Hall was dedicated on April 14th. The School of Business and Economics side of the General Classroom Building was named for Dr. Quiester Craig, who has been the Dean of the School of Business and Economics since 1972.
• Civil rights attorney J. Kenneth Lee was awarded the North Carolina A&T State University Human Rights Medal.
• Two Plus Two was officially signed into partnership at a ceremony held on April 27th. A&T and Davidson County Community College formed the initiative to encourage students to pursue careers in elementary education.
• Progress, a sculpture by artist Richard Hunt, was unveiled in the plaza of the General Classroom Building on May 7th. A common theme of Mr. Hunt's demonstrated in his creations is freedom and the unique fusion of the spiritual and the material.
• Pride Hall was dedicated on August 17th. The $12 million facility financed through A&T's University Foundation houses 439 students. The name of the residence hall is based on the popular "Aggie Pride" slogan. A&T student Latoya Thomas and employees Gwen Evans, Joycelyn Maybury, Edna Ragins and Tahira Nyabinghi with credited with naming the building in a contest.
• On September 20th, North Carolina A&T State University and the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) formed a partnership. As a result, NRCS will relocate one of its three technology centers and a remote sensing lab to Greensboro, strengthening its relationship with A&T.
• The College of Arts and Sciences Building dedication was held on Thursday, October 7th in the General Classroom Building courtyard followed by an alumni reunion cultural celebration.
• A&T qualifies for the doctoral/research intensive category established by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching.
• The Division of Information Technology and Telecommunications (ITT) began the implementation of Aggie LAWN (Local Area Wireless Network).
• Dr. Patricia Shelton, School of Nursing, was the recipient of the Board of Governors Award for Excellence in Teaching.
• Staley Hughes, of Orange County, received the Gilmer L. and Clara Y. Dudley Small Farmer of the Year Award.

2005

• In January, renowned journalist DeWayne Wickham joined A&T's faculty as a distinguished professor of journalism and mass communication and heads the Institute for Advanced Journalism Studies. The newly-renovated Crosby Hall houses the Institute.
• Attorney and former Chancellor of North Carolina Central University, Julius L. Chambers, was awarded the North Carolina A&T State University Human Rights Medal.
• The Aggie Softball Complex was dedicated on April 8th, the actual opening of the complex was on February 18th.
• On April 24th, the Aggie Men's Baseball Team won its first MEAC regular season title against Coppin State at War Memorial Stadium in Greensboro.
• In May, the Department of Journalism and Mass Communication received accreditation from the Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communication (ACEJMC).
• The Chancellor's Medallion was created by Chancellor James C. Renick to signify academic excellence, achievement and service. On July 22nd, the award was presented to the first three recipients: UNC System President Molly Corbett Broad, A&T Foundation President Obrie Smith and North Carolina A&T State University Board of Trustees Chair, Dr. Gerald Truesdale.
• The Institute for Advanced Journalism Studies at A&T announced the creation of the Vernon Jarrett Award for Journalistic Excellence, to be presented annually beginning in April 2006. Vernon Jarrett, who died in May 2004, was a veteran columnist and television commentator.
• DeLores "Dee" Todd was named the first female Athletics Director.
• The Text in Community Series second book selection is The Invisible Man by Ralph Ellison.
• Three new interdisciplinary graduate programs were established: Ph.D in Leadership Studies, Ph.D in Energy and Environmental Studies, and M.S. in Computational Science and Engineering.
• On August 19th, A&T entered into a partnership with the U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory Materials and Manufacturing Directorate (AFRL/ML) to allow research collaboration and support the study of science, mathematics and engineering at A&T.
• The Institute for Public Health was created with Dr. James J. Gooch, A&T alumnus, named as Director.
• The Alumni-Foundation Event Center was dedicated on December 16th.
• Dr. Olenda E. Johnson, School of Business and Economics, was the recipient of the Board of Governors Award for Excellence in Teaching.
• Kirby and Nathaniel Maram, of Wataugae County, received the Gilmer L. and Clara Y. Dudley Small Farmer of the Year Award.

2006

• The Negro Educational Review, a quarterly scholarly journal of African American issues, was relocated to the campus of A&T on February 8th.
• On March 22nd, Dr. Janice G. Brewington was appointed Interim Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, effective May 1st.
• The third selection of the Text in Community Series was The World Is Flat: A Brief History of the 21st Century by Thomas Friedman, who visited classes and gave a public lecture on April 5th.
• The New Science Building was dedicated on April 7th.
• The Institute for Advanced Journalism Studies announced the first winners of the Vernon Jarrett Award for Journalistic Excellence in May:
• Tammy L. Carter
• Kevin Merida
• Jerry Mitchell
• Byron Pitts
• Jack Renaud
• Craig Crawford
• Marion Brooks
• Gregg Schatz
• Jeff Koinange
• On May 1st, Dr. Lloyd V. Hackley was named Interim Deputy Chancellor of A&T.
• A&T's Liberal Studies Program graduated its first African American Studies, an interdisciplinary degree started in 2004, recipients at the May 13th Commencement. Graduating were Irish Gaymon-Spencer, Susan Hernandez-Figueroa and Jarvis Silver.
• Dr. Stanley F. Battle, President of Coppin State University in Baltimore, Maryland, was named the eleventh Chancellor on November 6th.
• Dr. Jacqueline A. Williams, School of Business and Economics, was the recipient of the Board of Governors Award for Excellence in Teaching.
• Ann and Harold Wright, of Bladen County, received the Gilmer L. and Clara Y. Dudley Small Farmer of the Year Award.

2007

• Physician and human rights activist Dr. Alvin V. Blount was awarded the North Carolina A&T State University Human Rights Medal.
• The School of Education launched the Optional Licensure Program, designed to help non-education majors increase their post-graduation options by adding teaching licenses to their degrees.
• The Text in Community Series fourth book selection was Things Fall Apart by Nigerian novelist Chinua Achebe.
• A ceremony was held in front of the Dudley Building on Monday, July 7th passing the torch from tenth Chancellor Dr. Hackley to Dr. Battle as the eleventh Chancellor.
• The Lewis and Elizabeth Dowdy Scholars Program was announced, an initiative to begin in fall 2008 to offer incoming freshmen scholarships based on academic performance.
• The F.D. Bluford Library marked its 70th year as a Federal Depository Library with a program held on November 28th featuring Beth Rowe, Head Documents Librarian at UNC Chapel Hill.
• Seydou Niandou, a native of the Republic of Niger, graduates as the first Ph.D in Energy and Environmental Studies on December 15th.
• Dr. Mary Smith, College of Arts and Sciences, was the recipient of the Board of Governors Award for Excellence in Teaching.
• Gary Morrell, of Alexander County, received the Gilmer L. and Clara Y. Dudley Small Farmer of the Year Award.

2008

• The Human Rights Medal was awarded to Dr. George H. Evans, a centenarian and Greensboro medical doctor who retired in 1981, at the University's 48th Sit-In Anniversary Celebration on February 1st.
• The four buildings comprising the Aggie Village residence hall complex were named for each of the A&T Four {Jibreel Khazan (formerly Ezell Blair, Jr.), Franklin McCain, Joseph McNeil, and the late David Richmond).
• On February 5th, Chancellor Battle, Guilford Technical Community College President Don Cameron and Guilford County Schools Superintendent Terry Grier announced the "Cosby Kids" at North Carolina A&T State University Program, an initiative named for entertainer/educator Dr. Bill Cosby to ensure that targeted children perform at or above grade level in reading, math and science.
• Dr. Stanley F. Battle was installed as the eleventh Chancellor in a ceremony on April 25th.
• On May 10th the first Ph.D in Leadership Studies were awarded to:
• Jacqueline Cook Greenlee
• Tonya Robin Hargett
• Marjorie Norris Jenkins
• Harvey Lindley Linebery, II
• Cheryl Agnes Nicholas
• Gladys Ashe Robinson
• Charles Edward Wilson
• Willie Ernest Grimes, a freshman at A&T who was shot on campus and succumbed on May 22nd, 1969, was posthumously awarded the Bachelor of Science. Accepting the degree was Willie Grimes' mother, Mrs. Ella Grimes, who was accompanied by her son, George Grimes.
• The School of Business and Economics' Financial Trading Room, a classroom where students can simulate trading analyses, opened on September 25th on the second floor of Craig Hall.
• September 29th the Aggie Fitness and Wellness Center, located at the corner of Bluford Street and Benbow Road, opened.
• A&T was awarded an $18 million grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) for an Engineering Research Center, the first time an HBCU has been a lead institution for such a center.
• The Text in Community Series fifth book selection was Cold Running Creek by Zelda Lockhart.
• Dr. Kenrett Jefferson-Moore, School of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences, was the recipient of the 2007-2008 Junior Faculty Teaching Excellence Award.
• Dr. Stephanie Luster-Teasley, College of Engineering, was the recipient of the 2007-2008 Junior Faculty Teaching Excellence Award.
• Dr. Jothi V. Kumar, College of Arts and Sciences, was the recipient of the Board of Governors Award for Excellence in Teaching.
• Mary and Nelson James, of Pender County, received the Gilmer L. and Clara Y. Dudley Small Farmer of the Year Award.

2009

• The Human Rights Medal was awarded to civil rights leader and activist Dr. Diane Nash, who was actively involved in many of the major civil rights events in the 1960's and a founding member of the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC).
• The 2009-2010 Text in Community Series sixth book selection was Dreams from my Father, by Barack Obama.
• Dr. Harold L. Martin, Sr. was elected as the twelfth Chancellor of the University on May 22nd; he began his duties on June 8th.
• Dr. Rosemarie Vardell, School of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences, was the recipient of the 2008-2009 Junior Faculty Teaching Excellence Award.
• Dr. Jerono Rotich, School of Education, was the recipient of the 2008-2009 Junior Faculty Teaching Excellence Award.
• Dr. Doretha Foushee, College of Arts and Sciences, was the recipient of the Board of Governors Award for Excellence in Teaching.
• John Council, of Hoke County, received the Gilmer L. and Clara Y. Dudley Small Farmer of the Year Award.

2010

• February 1st, A&T marked the 50th anniversary of the Sit-Ins with "Celebrating the 50th Sit-In Anniversary: A Spiritual Thanksgiving" with events including:
• A town hall forum, 21st Century Activism and Protest: The State of the Civil Rights Movement, was held on January 28th. Hosted by Emmy Award-winning television and radio personality Ed Gordon, the panel included Reverend Jesse L. Jackson, journalist and former ESPN sports analyst Stephen A. Smith and radio talk show host Warren A. Ballentine.
• The Sit-In Movement Luncheon, honoring unsung heroes, took place on January 29th.
• On January 29th, The Emmett Till Story, a play written, produced and directed by Kevin Wilson, was presented in Harrison Auditorium.
• The 50th Anniversary Gala and Banquet, Standing Up for a World of Change, occurred on Saturday, January 30th. The honorees were Julian Bond, civil rights activist and former U.S. legislator, and Tom Joyner, nationally-syndicated radio host, author and philanthropist.
• On January 31st, a Celebration of Unity Service was held at the Greensboro Coliseum.
• The Sit-In Anniversary Breakfast took place on February 1st in the Empire Room in downtown Greensboro. Bishop Cecil Bishop of the African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church, Piedmont Episcopal District, was the keynote speaker.
• Other February 1st activities included:
• The adornment of the A&T Four Buildings (Aggie Village).
• The burial of a time capsule at the February One Monument.
• A march from the February One Monument to Governmental Plaza in downtown Greensboro.
• The contest winners of the first Guilford County Schools Essay Contest were announced at the 50th Sit-In Anniversary Breakfast Celebration on February 1. Susan Thomas, a senior from Dudley High School was first place winner. Her essay was titled “Human Trafficking”. Anna K. Knight, a senior from Northern Guilford High School was second place winner. Her essay was titled “Justice for Sub-Sahara Africa”. The essay contest is sponsored by the Office of Student Affairs.
• Reverend Dr. William J. Barber, II, pastor, civil rights activist and educator, was the 2010 A&T Human Rights Medal recipient at the 50th Anniversary Sit-In Breakfast on February 1st.
• The 2010-2011 Text in Community Series seventh book selection was The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks, by Rebecca Skloot.
• Chancellor Martin was named chairman of the largest fundraiser for the March of Dimes charity, the March for Babies.
• A&T received approval to establish a Ph.D program in Computational Science and Engineering (CSE) beginning in the fall of 2010.
• On March 26th, A&T conducted an all-day emergency drill simulating an active shooter on campus.
• The Women's Basketball Team made A&T the first HBCU to enter the "Sweet 16" of a Division I post-season tournament. They advanced tot he third round of the Women's National Invitational Tournament (WNIT) after defeating Wake Forest on March 18th and Charlotte on March 21st. They were defeated by Miami on March 25th.
• Dr. Harold L. Martin was ceremonially installed as the twelfth Chancellor on April 23rd.
• Monday, August 23rd marked the first day of classes for the Joint School of Nanoscience and Nanoengineering (JSNN). With the opening of classes, the JSNN became one of fewer than 10 schools nationally to offer degree programs in nanotechnology, according to the National Nanotechnology Initiative. It is the only program created and operated collaboratively by two universities, North Carolina A&T State University and the University of North Carolina at Greensboro.
• JSNN opened with 17 students in the doctoral program in nanoscience and 1 student in the professional master's program in nanoscience.
• Dr. James G. Ryan is the founding dean of the JSNN.
• Dr. Tyrette S. Carter, School of Education, was the recipient of the 2009-2010 Junior Faculty Teaching Excellence Award.
• Dr. Sarita D. Jackson, College of Arts and Sciences, was the recipient of the 2009-2010 Junior Faculty Teaching Excellence Award.
• Dr. Antoine J. Alston, School of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences, was the recipient of the Board of Governors Award for Excellence in Teaching.
• Joe Thompson, of Orange County, received the Gilmer L. and Clara Y. Dudley Small Farmer of the Year Award.

2011

• The contest winners of the second Guilford County Schools Essay Contest were announced at the 51st Sit-In Anniversary Breakfast Celebration on February 1. David McFarlane, a senior from Eastern Guilford High School was first place winner. His essay was titled “Freedom of Expression in Society and Schools”. Xan Potter, a sophomore from Southeast Guilford High School was second place winner. Her essay was titled “Unjust Wars”. The name of the essay contest was “What Would You Be Willing to Sit-in for Today?”. The essay contest is sponsored by the Office of Student Affairs.
• Reverend Dr. Howard Chubbs, pastor, civil rights activist and educator, was named the 2011 A&T Human Rights Medal Recipient at the 51st Anniversary Sit-In Breakfast Celebration on February 1st.
• North Carolina A&T State University received approval from the University of North Carolina Board of Governors for its Master of Science in Nanoengineering program. Offered through the Joint School of Nanoscience and Nanoengineering (JSNN), the program began accepting students in the Fall semester of 2011. In addition to the M.S. degree, a Ph.D. in Nanoengineering has been proposed. Both degrees will be awarded by A&T.
• On Friday, October 7, the UNC Board of Governors unanimously approved A&T’s request to establish a doctoral program in Nanoengineering.
• The Gamma Tau Chapter of Tau Sigma National Honor Society was chartered at A&T on September 20.
• Planet of Slums, by Mike Davis, is the eighth Text-In-Community book selection for 2011-12
• Recipients of the 2010-2011 Outstanding School/College Teaching Award:
  • Dr. Robert L. Howard, School of Business and Economics
  • Dr. Valerie McMillan, School of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences
  • Dr. Patricia E. Bonner, College of Arts and Sciences
  • Dr. Muktha Jost, School of Education
  • Dr. Leonard C. Uitenham, College of Engineering
  • Dr. Dilip T. Shah, School of Technology
• Recipients of the 2010-2011 Junior Faculty Teaching Excellence Award:
  • Professor Marka B. Fleming, School of Business and Economics
  • Dr. Barbra F. Mosley, School of Education
• Dr. Robert L. Howard, School of Business and Economics, was the recipient of the Board of Governors Award for Excellence in Teaching.
• Thomas Pierce, of Martin County, received the 2011 Small Farmer of the Year Award.

2012

• On Tuesday, January 10, the Guilford County Board of Education unanimously approved the STEM Early College at A&T which will offer college credit to students studying Science, Technology, Engineering and Math.
• Rev. Nelson Johnson & Joyce Johnson were awarded the 2012 North Carolina A&T State University Human Rights Medal Award on February 7 at the 52^nd Sit-In Anniversary Breakfast.
• A&T’s women basketball coach, Patricia Cage-Bibbs, joined the NCAA Division I wins club, becoming the second MEAC coach to be a member and the first from a Division I HBCU. This accomplishment was the result of her 500^th career victory on February 27 as the women’s basketball team defeated Savannah State, 88-74.
• Chancellor Harold Martin was awarded the Influential Black Alumni Award from Virginia Tech University. Chancellor Martin received his PhD in electrical engineering from Virginia Tech.
• On Saturday, May 12^th, Michelle Obama made history as the first First Lady of the United States to be North Carolina A&T State University’s commencement speaker.
• The Other Wes Moore: One Name, Two Fates, by Wes Moore, is the selected text for 2012-13 in the University’s Text in Community series. This is the ninth book selected for this series.
• Dr. Teresa Jo Styles, College of Arts and Sciences, was the recipient of the Board of Governors Award for Excellence in Teaching for 2012.
• Recipients of the 2011-12 Outstanding School/College Teaching Award:
• Dr. Kenrett Y. Jefferson-Moore, School of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences
• Dr. DeWayne Randolph Brown, School of Technology
• Dr. Steven Xiaochun Jiang, College of Engineering
• Dr. Teresa Jo Styles, College of Arts and Sciences
• Dr. Robin Liles, School of Education
• Dr. Lisa Gueldenzoph, School of Business and Economics
• Recipients of the 2011-12 Outstanding Junior Faculty Teaching Excellence Award
• Dr. Sonya Draper, School of Technology
• Dr. Lemuria Carter, School of Business and Economics

2013

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Phone: 336.285.4201 

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As many of the library's resources have increasingly transitioned to online or electronic formats, we have struggled with ways to ensure broad access to them for our university community. These devices allow us to circulate ebooks, newspaper and magazine content in a convenient format.

Ebooks & Periodicals Available

On the Kindle DX

The Kindle allows us to offer newspaper and magazine subscription access. These newspapers and magazines are automatically updated over the cellular phone data network, guaranteeing you can read the latest issues. Each Kindle has the same content:

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• The News & Observer (Raleigh, NC)
• The Charlotte Observer (Charlotte, NC)
• The New York Times
• The Wall Street Journal
• USA Today

Magazines

• Time
• Newsweek

Reference Books

• The New Oxford American Dictionary

On the Sony E-Reader

The Sony E-Reader is an ideal way to circulate ebooks to the university community. Each E-Reader is loaded with a different selection of books. You can even find E-Reader books in our catalog.

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• Available for a two-week loan; no renewals allowed.
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• All files on the device will be deleted at check-in.

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Damaged devices or parts will be charged to you at replacement cost. Fees may be assessed after the time of check-in if damage is discovered later.

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We are a Federal Depository Library, collecting information in the areas of agriculture, business & economics, arts & sciences, engineering, education, nursing, and allied health & technology to meet the needs of the university family and the general needs of the public at large.

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Government Links

Federal Government

• GPO Access
• FirstGov
• Official US Executive Branch Websites (LoC)
• Thomas (Legislative Information via LoC)
• American Fact Finder (US Census)

I. Define the research problem and the need for information by:

1. Articulating a research question, problem, issue or information need.
2. Becoming familiar with key concepts and terminology related to the research need by obtaining background information.
3. Defining a manageable focus and timeline for completing the research need.
4. Identifying the types and formats of materials that can be used for research (books, journals, government documents, media, electronic resources, websites, etc.)

II. Construct effective search strategies appropriate for an information need by:

1. Differentiating among the types of available tools at North Carolina A&T State University (specialized encyclopedias, article databases, citation indexes, bibliographies, library catalogs, search engines, etc.) and the value of each.
2. Formulating synonyms and related terms for accessing the various information retrieval systems as needed.
3. Choosing terms suitable to the selected information retrieval systems to gain access.
4. Reviewing successes and failures, revising research strategies and attempting different techniques and retrieval systems as needed.

III. Locate and retrieve information by:

1. Utilizing the information retrieval systems suitable for the information need.
2. Interpreting the components of a library record or citation accurately.
3. Recognizing key elements such as call numbers, URLs and database icons to physically locate library materials.

IV. Evaluate information by:

1. Distinguishing between reliable and unreliable sources of information.
2. Investigating the authority, accuracy, timeliness and completeness of the information retrieved.
3. Determining whether the information retrieved is relevant and sufficient for the information need.

V. Organize, synthesize and communicate information by:

1. Managing the information selected and the research materials consulted.
2. Integrating new and prior information from a variety of sources appropriate to the project (presentation, paper or product).
3. Communicating the project (presentation, paper or product) effectively to others.

VI. Apply principles consistent with the ethical and legal uses of information by:

1. Complying with institutional policies regarding intellectual property, plagiarism and fair use of copyrighted materials.
2. Acknowledging sources appropriately.
3. Creating accurate bibliography or reference page using a consistent citation style.

References

• ALA. Association of College and Research Libraries. 2000. The Information Literacy Competency Standards for Higher Education. Chicago: American Library Association. Retrieved October 20, 2005.
  http://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/divs/acrl/standards/informationliteracycompetency.cfm 
• AASL. American Association of School Librarians and Association for Educational Communications and Technology. Information Literacy Standards for Student Learning. Chicago: American Library Association, 1998. A&T Stacks Z711.2.I49 1998 also available from NetLibrary A&T access: ebook.
• UCLA Library. (2005). Information Literacy Resources for Librarians. Retrieved December 2, 2008.
  http://www2.library.ucla.edu/service/6379.cfm 

Archives & Special Collections
Room 201, F.D. Bluford Library
North Carolina A&T State University
1601 E. Market St.
Greensboro, NC  27411
336.285.4176 (phone)
336.334.7783 (FAX)
refemail@ncat.edu
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Descriptive Summary

Repository

F.D. Bluford Archives & Special Collections

Creator

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University

Title

Agricultural and Mechanical College Bulletins; Agricultural and Technical College Bulletins

Language of Materials

English

Extent

• Box 1 (15 items) 12 in x 17 in
• Box 2 (11 items) 12 in x 17 in
• Box 3 (11 items) 12 in x 17 in

Abstract

These bulletins/catalogs are primary documents that show North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University in its early years.  When it was established in 1891, the name of the college was the Agricultural and Mechanical College for the Negro. In 1915, the college’s name was changed to Agricultural and Technical College for the Negro. These bulletins are very historical and informative resources in that they provide a broad look at what campus life was like in the late nineteenth century and early twentieth century.  For the researcher looking for information on the history of the college, this can be the first step in that search because of the rich textual and photographic content of the bulletins.  The following information can be obtained from the bulletins: a historical sketch of the college; admission requirements; tuition and other expenses; the names of the administrators and faculty of the college; courses of study by majors, enrollment of students by city, county and state;  the mottos of each graduating class from 1899 to 1923; the listings of graduates, their majors and hometowns; medals and award recipients; the application for admission; descriptions of college and student life including student organizations such as the debating teams, the band glee club and athletics. Photographs contained in the bulletins include campus buildings, the farm, students in class and faculty and student organizations.

Administrative Information

Restrictions to Access

This collection has no restrictions to access.

For More Information

Phone: 336.285.4176
Email: refemail@ncat.edu

Usage Restrictions

This collection is in a closed stacks area.

Preferred Citation

The Agricultural and Mechanical College Bulletins 1898 – 1915
The Agricultural and Technical College Bulletins 1915 – 1936
F.D. Bluford Library Archives, North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, Greensboro, NC

Copyright Notice

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University owns copyrights to this collection. Individuals obtaining materials from the F.D. Bluford Library are responsible for using the works in conformance with United States Copyright Law as well as any restrictions accompanying the materials.

Container Lists

Box 1: Agricultural and Mechanical College Bulletins, 1898-1922

1. 5^th Annual 1898-1899
2. 8^th Annual 1902-1903
3. 9^th Annual 1903-1904
4. 13^th Annual 1907-1908
5. 15^th Annual 1909-1910
6. 16^th Annual 1910-1911
7. 17^th Annual 1911-1912
8. 18^th Annual 1912-1913
9. 20^th Annual 1914-1915
10. 21^st Annual 1915-1916
11. 23^rd Annual 1917-1918 (2 copies)
12. 24^th Annual 1918-1919
13. 26^th Annual 1920-1921
14. 27^th Annual 1921-1922

Box 2: Agricultural and Technical College Bulletins, 1925-1936

Box 3: Agricultural and Technical College Bulletins, 1936-1949

1. 42^nd Annual 1936-1937
2. 44^th Annual 1938-1939 (2 copies)
3. 47^th Annual 1941-1942
4. 52^nd Annual 1946-1947 (4 copies)
5. 53^rd Annual 1947-1948 (2 copies)
6. 54^th Annual 1948-1949

Archives & Special Collections
Room 201, F.D. Bluford Library
North Carolina A&T State University
1601 E. Market St.
Greensboro, NC  27411
336.285.4176 (phone)
336.334.7783 (FAX)
refemail@ncat.edu
http://www.library.ncat.edu/archives/

Descriptive Summary

Repository

F.D. Bluford Archives & Special Collections

Creator

Dr. George Simkins, Jr.

Title

The Dr. George Simkins, Jr. Collection

Call Number

LC 300 S65 1960

Language of Materials

English

Extent

• Box 1 (21 items)
• Box 2 (18 items)
• Box 3 (22 items)

Abstract

George Simkins Jr. was a leader in civil rights activities in Greensboro, NC. He also served as president of the city's branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, from 1959-1984. He attacked segregated public facilities that often resulted in landmark Supreme Court cases. These include Gillespie Park Golf Course, Moses Cone Hospital, and Wesley Long Hospital court cases. The collection includes private papers, newspaper clippings, biographical information, family information, legal documents, information on integration of Gillespie Park Golf Course, Moses Cone Hospital, and Wesley Long Hospital. It also includes briefs, newspaper articles, and pictures about desegregation, civil rights events, and personalities.

Administrative Information

Restrictions to Access

This collection has no restrictions to access.

Acquisitions Information

Please consult the Archives Staff for additional information.

Preferred Citation

[Identification of Item], in the George Simkins, Jr. Papers, Archives Collection, F.D. Bluford Library, North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, Greensboro, NC.

Copyright Notice

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University owns copyrights to this collection. Individuals obtaining materials from the F.D. Bluford Library are responsible for using the works in conformance with United States Copyright Law as well as any restrictions accompanying the materials.

Biographical Note

George Simkins, Jr. was a leader in civil rights activities in Greensboro, NC. He also served as president of the city's branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People from 1959-1984. He attacked segregated public facilities that often resulted in landmark Supreme Court cases. These include Gillespie Park Golf Course, Moses Cone Hospital and Wesley Long Hospital court cases.

Catalog Subject Headings

• Moses H. Cone Hospital and Wesley Long Hospital
• [Desegregation of] Gillespie Park Golf Course
• The George Simkins Collection. A&T
• Briefs [from court cases about desegregation]
• Voting and civil rights
• Historic decision on segregation
• "Proud of city - Dr. George Simkins: a great day"
• Moses H. Cone Memorial Hospital and Wesley Long Community Hospital Case
• Greensboro A Chosen Center

Container List

Box 1: Moses Cone Hospital & Wesley Long Hospital

1. Moses H. Cone Memorial Hospital and Wesley Long Community Hospital Case
2. Medical World News, “Historic Decision on Segregation, November 22, 1983
3. “Proud of City – Dr. Simkins: A Great Day”. The Greensboro Record, August 26, 1971
4. United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit No. 8908 G.C. Simkins, Jr., et al and the United State of America, appellants vs. Moses H. Cone Memorial Hospital
5. Moses H. Cone Memorial Hospital and Wesley Long Community Hospital Case. Introduction, Letters, Court Documents, and Newspaper articles
6. Fripp, Gayle Hicks. Greensboro: A Chosen Center
7. Cone Hospital papers, correspondences, court documents, newspaper clippings
8. Papers about Dr. Simkins’ donation to Bluford Library Archives and his achievements; written by Richard Bardolph Standard on October 10, 1983
9. Moses H. Cone Memorial Hospital and Wesley Long Community Hospital Case
10. Meltsner, Michael. Equality and Health
11. Public Health Service Regulations-Part 53. Revised August 13, 1958
12. Public Health Service Act. Section 601. Revised September 23, 1958
13. U.S. District Court for the Middle District of North Carolina Greensboro Division. George Simkins, Jr. et al. Plaintiffs vs. Moses H. Cone Memorial Hospital, Defendants. Pleading of the United States in intervention
14. U.S. District Court for the Middle District of North Carolina Greensboro Division. George Simkins, Jr. et al. Plaintiffs vs. Moses H. Cone Memorial Hospital, Defendants. Memorandum of points and authorities in support of Motion to Intervene
15. U.S. District Court for the Middle District of North Carolina Greensboro Division. George Simkins, Jr. et al., plaintiffs vs. Moses H. Cone Memorial Hospital. Motion to Intervene
16. U.S. District Court for the Middle District of North Carolina Greensboro Division. George Simkins, Jr., et al., plaintiffs vs. Moses H. Cone Memorial Hospital, defendants. State of the Case
17. Letters dealing with Simkins vs. Cone cases
18. File: Moses H. Cone Memorial Hospital and Wesley Long case. Letter 1960 from the Secretary of Health, Education and Welfare re: The Hill Burton program and the policies of the two Greensboro hospitals
19. Dr. Jack Atkins father-in-law of George Simkins announces retirement in the Friday Evening Twin City Sentinel Winston-Salem, North Carolina. March 25, 1960
20. Commission on Civil Rights Special Publication No. 2 March, 1965. Equal Opportunity in Hospitals and Health facilities. Civil Rights policies under the Hill-Burton Program
21. Court Documents: The Moses Cone Case

Box 2: Gillespie Park Golf Course

1. Gillespie Park Golf Course Letters and a brief
2. Gillespie Park Golf Course Case; letter of apology, June 28, 1960. Dr. Jack Atkins argued before the Supreme Court on behalf of the golfers.
3. APPEAL. Gillespie Golf Park Course case. In the Supreme Court of the United States. October, 1959. Leon Wolfe, George Simkins, Jr., et al. vs. State of North Carolina
4. Papers of Dr. George C. Simkins, Jr. Court Documents. The Gillespie Park Golf Course Case
5. Supreme Court of the United States. October term, 1959
6. No.7. Appellants vs. State of North Carolina
7. Supreme Court of North Carolina. Spring Term, 1958. No. 582. Eighteen District. State vs. Phillip Cooke, Leon Wolfe, George Simkins, et al.
8. Supreme Court of the United States. October, 1958. No. vs. Philip Cooke, Leon Wolfe, George Simkins, Jr., et al. Appelants vs. State of North Carolina. Appeal from the Supreme Court of the state of North Carolina
9. Supreme Court of the United States. October, 1958. No. 466 vs. Philip Cooke, Leon Wolfe, George Simkins, Jr., et al. Appelants vs. State of North Carolina. Appeal from the Supreme Court of the state of North Carolina
10. United States Court of Appeals for the fourth circuit No. 7450. City of Greensboro, et al., Appellants, versus George Simkins, Jr. et. al., Appellees. Appeal from the District Court of the United States for the Middle District of North Carolina at Greensboro. Civil action
11. Supreme Court of the United States, October term, 1959. No. 7, Leon Wolfe, George Simkins, Jr., et al. Appellants, vs. State of North Carolina, Appellee. Appeal from the Supreme Court of the State of North Carolina. Brief
12. Supreme Court of the United States, October Term, 1958. No. 466 Philip Cooke, Leon Wolfe, George Simkins, Jr., et al. Appellants vs. State of North Carolina, Appellees. Motion to Dismiss. Transcript of Record. Supreme Court of the United States. October Term, 1958 No. 466. Filed October 22, 1958. Jurisdiction postponed January 12, 1959
13. United State Court of Appeals for the fourth circuit. No. 7450. City of Greensboro, et al., Appellants versus George Simkins, Jr. et al. Appellees. Brief and appendix for Appellees
14. Supreme Court of the United States October term, 1959 No. 7 Leon Wolfe, George Simkins, Jr. et al. Appellants v. State of North Carolina. Appeal from the Supreme Court of the State of North Carolina. Petition for Rehearing
15. Supreme Court of the United States October term, 1959 No. 7 Leon Wolfe, George Simkins, Jr., et al. Appellants vs. State of North Carolina. Appeal from the Supreme Court of the state of North Carolina. Reply to the Brief of Appellee
16. Supreme Court of the United States, October term, 1959. No.7 Leon Wolfe, George Simkins, et. al. vs. State of North Carolina. Supplement to Petition for Rehearing
17. Newspaper articles pertaining to the Gillespie Park Golf Course Incident
18. Two resolutions by the city council of the city of Greensboro terminating lease of Gillespie Park golf course and authorizing the acceptance of payment for damages to clubhouse

Box 3: Voting and Civil Rights

1. Simkins…The Four Freshmen. Jesse Jackson came in 1963.
2. Simkins group won’t endorse primary slate. The Greensboro Record. June 11, 1982.
3. Voter registration ends: what’s next? Carolina Peacemaker. October 9, 1982.
4. Dr. George Simkins receives Carolina Peacemaker Award. April 24, 1982.
5. Greensboro Branch-National Association for the Advancement of Colored People Annual Freedom Fund Banquet. March 27, 1983
6. 12 who gave. The Greensboro News and Record. April 25, 1982. Editorial commentary.
7. Death won’t end civil right fight. By Jim Schlosser. The Greensboro Record. July 1, 1982.
8. Voter drive tally is now at 2,353. The Greensboro Record. September 14, 1982.
9. Northwest annexation could lessen A&T student voting. The A&T Register. September 3, 1982.
10. Voter drive held at A&T. The Greensboro Record. August 21, 1982.
11. Simkins: Plan Discriminates. The Greensboro Daily News. July 21, 1982.
12. Ruling is victory for Simkins. The Greensboro Record. June 10, 1982.
13. Guilford legislators hear public. Familiar issues, no promises. The Greensboro Record. January 7, 1983.
14. Civil rights leader Simkins is honored. The Greensboro Record. May 8, 1984.
15. Lawyers skirmish. County denies NAACP claims that board elections are unfair. The Greensboro Record. July 14, 1983.
16. Simkins plans to quit NAACP chapter post. The Greensboro News and Record. December 7, 1984.
17. Simkins, Benjamin Hooks and Hanes Advisory Council on social responsibility. Carolina Peacemaker article. February 11, 1984.
18. George Simkins: a lifetime struggling for civil rights. News and Record. February 4, 1990.
19. Trouble in Greensboro. A report by the North Carolina Advisory Committee to the United States Commission on Civil Rights. March, 1970.
20. Greensboro Police Department Study. Fagan D. Stackhouse, March 31, 1972.
21. NAACP correspondence and other correspondence regarding discriminatory complaints, political information and the Greensboro Police Department’s black recruitment effort.
22. Letter to Dr. Simkins from Miss Betty Jordan, secretary to Mr. Kiser of Guilford Dairy.

Archives & Special Collections
Room 201, F.D. Bluford Library
North Carolina A&T State University
1601 E. Market St.
Greensboro, NC  27411
336.285.4176 (phone)
336.334.7783 (FAX)
refemail@ncat.edu
http://www.library.ncat.edu/archives/

Descriptive Summary

Repository

F.D. Bluford Archives & Special Collections

Creator

Margaret Tynes

Title

The Margaret Tynes Collection

Call Number

ML420 .E38

Language of Materials

English

Extent: Items

• Box 1 (5 items) 21 in x 24 in
• Box 2 (3 items) 15 in x 22 in
• Box 3 (13 items) 15.5 in x 13 in
• Box 4 (42 items) 15.5 in x 13 in
• Box 5 (101 items) 15.5 in x 13 in
• Item 1
• Item 2
• Item 3

Abstract

Margaret Tynes is an African-American opera, concert and oratorio soprano and singing actress. She earned a Bachelors Degree from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University. Tynes continued her studies at Julliard School in New York City and later earned a Masters in Music Education from Columbia University. She has performed in the United States, Canada and throughout Europe. She has appeared with leading opera companies of the United States and Europe, including the Metropolitan Opera and the Vienna Staatsoper. Her roles range from Lady Macbeth (Macbeth), Carmen (Carmen), Aida (Aida) and Dido (Dido and Aeneas). She gained international acclaim for her role as Salome at the Festival of Two Worlds in Spoleto, Italy.  She became the first American to perform behind the Iron Curtain when she went to Russia with Ed Sullivan for the U.S. State Department. The Tynes collection consists of personal and professional memorabilia that includes posters, programs of her performances, reviews, framed and unframed photographs of family and friends and photographs of Ms. Tynes in her performing roles. Also included are biographical information and newspaper articles.

Administrative Information

Restrictions to Access

This collection has no restrictions to access.

For More Information

Phone: 336.285.4176
Email: refemail@ncat.edu

Usage Restrictions

This collection is in a closed stacks area.

Alternate Form of Material

The materials are in non-print format (photographs) and print format.

Acquisitions Information

Materials donated by Ms. Tynes to F.D. Bluford Library. Please consult Archives staff for additional information.

Preferred Citation

The Margaret Tynes Collection, Archives and Special Collections, F. D. Bluford Library, North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, Greensboro, NC

Copyright Notice

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University owns copyrights to this collection. Individuals obtaining materials from the F.D. Bluford Library are responsible for using the works in conformance with United States Copyright Law as well as any restrictions accompanying the materials.

Online Catalog Headings

Tynes, Margaret

Container Lists

Box 1

1. The Agricultural and Technical College of North Carolina Bachelor of Science to Margaret Eleanor Tynes 
2. Framed autographed portrait by Tomas Couepion
3. Framed theater poster of Margaret Tynes as Salome by Richard Strauss at Stagione Lirica Primavera in 1962
4. The Agricultural and Technical College of North Carolina Doctor of Humanities to Margaret Eleanor Tynes in 1967
5. The Trustees of Columbia University in the City of New York Master of Arts to Margaret Eleanor Tynes in 1945

Box 2

Framed photograph of Margaret Tynes

Box 3

1. Diamond Anniversary Observance Program, The Agricultural and Technical College of  North Carolina, April 28, 1967
2. Photograph of Margaret Tynes’ family, Providence Baptist Church, Greensboro, NC
3. Photograph of Margaret Tynes as Salome
4. Photograph of Margaret Tynes after receiving Honorary Doctorate at A&T College and Margaret Tynes’ business  card
5. Photograph of Margaret Tynes as Carmen
6. Photograph of Margaret Tynes as Carmen
7. Photograph of Margaret Tynes as Salome
8. Photograph of Margaret Tynes as Salome
9. Photograph of Margaret Tynes as Salome
10. Photograph of Margaret Tynes as Salome (last scene)
11. Photograph of Margaret Tynes as Salome (Asking for the head of John the Baptist)
12. Photograph of Margaret Tynes in Macbeth
13. Photograph of Margaret Tynes in Macbeth as Lady Macbeth
14. Photograph of Margaret Tynes with her husband and friends
15. Envelope addressed to Margaret Tynes in W. Germany from Wager in New York
16. Photograph of Margaret Tynes and cast of Salome
17. Photograph of man and two children at swimming pool
18. Photograph of Margaret Tynes
19. Photograph of man and woman
20. Photograph of Margaret Tynes
21. Photograph of Margaret Tynes with her husband and friends
22. Photograph of Margaret Tynes’ husband 
23. Photograph of Margaret Tynes and her husband
24. Photograph of Margaret Tynes’ husband and man
25. Photograph of Margaret Tynes’ husband and man
26. Photograph of Margaret Tynes and husband
27. Photograph of Margaret Tynes’ husband shaking hands with man
28. Photograph of Margaret Tynes’ husband 
29. Photograph of Margaret Tynes and her husband (black and white)
30. Flyer, Margaret Tynes Soprano
31. Photograph of an unidentified woman

Box 4

1. Framed photograph of Margaret Tynes and cast members in Macbeth
2. Framed autographed photograph of pianist, Rair, Milano in 1966
3. Framed autographed photograph of man and child
4. Framed photograph of Margaret Tynes and male cast member in Macbeth
5. Small box containing manicure tools
6. Flyer announcing A Grand Musical and Literary ENTERTAINMENT by Samuel Cyrus
7. North Carolina Mutual Life Insurance Company Weekly Premium Receipt Book
8. North Carolina Mutual Life Insurance Company Weekly Premium Receipt Book
9. North Carolina Mutual Life Insurance Company Weekly Premium Receipt Book
10. Letter to Rev. S. A. Garland of Lynchburg, Virginia from Office of Re. G. L. P. Taliaferro, D.D.
11. Letter to Rev. J. W. Tynes from Wendell C. Somerville
12. Letter to Dr. Victor Tynes from Jimmie I. Barber
13. 1932 Pastorate Providence Baptist Church, Greensboro, N.C. by J. W. Tynes: A Brief Record (record book)

Box 5

1. Framed photograph of Margaret Tynes and her husband
2. Framed photograph of Margaret Tynes and her husband, Hans von Klier, architect, at their marriage in Switzerland c1961-62 (black and white)
3. Framed photograph of Maestro Cooper
4. Frame…thinking of you
5. Framed photograph of Margaret Tynes (black and white)
6. Framed photograph of Margaret Tynes as Salome and Conductor, Luchino Visconte in 1961 (black and white) 200-300 engagements was a result of this performance
7. Framed photograph of Margaret Tynes performing Duke Ellington’s, A Dream Is a Woman… on the US Steel Hour. Photograph also includes Ozzie Bailey, Joyce Sherrall and Duke Ellington (black and white)
8. Framed photograph of Margaret Tynes and Harry Belafonte (black and white)
9. Framed photograph of Margaret Tynes as Salome, and Conductor Luchiono Visconti

Box 6

1. Framed program (22 x 10.5) of Margaret Tynes in concert at Piccola Scala, December 1963
2. Three photographs framed (32.5 in. x 12.5 in.) of Margaret Tynes as Desdemona and other cast members in Othello
3. Three photographs framed (34 in. x 12 in.) of Margaret Tynes in three different performances

Biographical Note

Margaret Tynes, the daughter of Rev. and Mrs. J. W. Tynes, was born in Saluda, Virginia, September 11, 1919. She received her Bachelor of Science from A&T College on June 2, 1941.  Ms. Tynes continued her studies at Julliard School in New York City and eventually transferred to Columbia University where she received her Masters of Art in Music Education on June 5, 1945. On April 29, 1967, A&T College conferred the Degree of Doctor of Humanities on Ms. Tynes. Her professional career began in the popular field with Finian’s Rainbow on Broadway and Harry Belafonte’s Sing Man Sing as his leading lady. She recorded A Drum in a Woman with Duke Ellington and participated in Ed Sullivan’s State Department sponsored tour of the Soviet Union. Her early major operatic roles include Carmen and Aida. She appeared as Lady Macbeth in Verdi’s Macbeth in the United States and Canada followed by her highly praised performances of this role in Bologna, Italy and Lausanne, Switzerland. She gained international acclaim when Gian Carlo Menotti engaged her for eight performances of Salome at the Spoleto Festival of Two Worlds which were conducted by Thomas Schippers and directed by renowned Italian stage and film producer, Luchino Visconti. She appeared repeatedly with leading opera companies of Europe, Canada and the United States. These companies included the Metropolitan Opera, the Vienna Statsopera, Prague Opera, Budapest Opera, Bologna Opera and Barcelona Liceo. She also performed in Toronto and other centers. Ms. Tynes is noted for her German Lieder, contemporary Italian songs, French and Spanish works, spirituals and Louisiana Creole songs. She was married to the late Hans von Klier, a Czech-born architect and baron, for 39 years.

As many of the library's resources have increasingly transitioned to online or electronic formats, we have struggled with ways to ensure broad access to them for our university community. These devices allow you to experience using a tablet for study, research, classes and personal use.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Who can check out iPads?
  Only current N.C. A&T students, faculty and staff with a current ID.
• What is the check out time for iPads?
  iPads may be checked out for 5 days.
• What are the penalties for damaged or late iPads?
• The full cost of the iPad is $600.00
• Late fees are $15.00 per day.
• Fees may be assessed for damaged or missing parts.
• What can I do with an iPad?
• Access the internet
• Listen to music, watch videos
• Read books
• Access Bluford Library resources
• Where can I check out an iPad?
  At the Circulation Desk, Access Services Department
• What if I forgot my ID?
  You will not be allowed to check out an iPad without a current N.C. A&T ID at the time of checkout.
• Can I renew the iPad to keep it longer than 5 days?
  No. Due to high demand and limited quantity available, iPads must be returned at the due date for others to use.
• What if someone stole it? Can I get the costs waived?
• Absolutely not, borrowers are responsible for the full costs of the device and all late fees associated with it.
• You should report the device stolen as soon as possible to prevent late fees accruing.
• Can I download personal music files or videos to the device?
  Yes, but all personal files will be erased once the iPad is returned.
• Can I jail-break an iPad that I check out?
  No, jail-breaking voids the warranty and you will be charged replacement cost of the device. 

Checkout Policy

• iPads are available for checkout by current N.C. A&T students, faculty and staff on a "first come first served" basis.
• A current N.C. A&T ID must be presented at the time of checkout.
• iPads may be checked out for a five (5) day loan period; no renewals are allowed.
• Borrowers must wait 24 hours before they are able to check out another iPad.
• iPads must be returned in person to the Circulation Desk; you will be responsible for any damage if you place it in the book drop or any other unsecured location.
• Borrowers are responsible for any damages to the device, including but not limited to:
• Scratches on the screen
• Dents or scratches to the frame
• Theft
• Abuse or misuse of the iPad (whether accidental, unintentional or intentional damage)
• Borrowers will pay the full replacement costs plus a $15.00 non-refundable processing fee (for a total of $739.98) if the device and all accessories are lost, stolen or not returned.

Please Note Upon Return of the iPad:

• Access Services staff will complete a check-list to confirm all components are present and undamaged.
• iPads cannot be immediately checked out after return; we need to examine, recharge and erase them. The device will be available for checkout the next business day.
• All files on the device will be deleted at check-in.

Fines & Fees

Damaged iPads or parts will be charged to you at replacement cost. Fees may be assessed after the time of check-in if damage is discovered later.

Late Fees

• $15.00 per day after the due date (to a maximum of the replacement cost of the device).
• If not returned within 7 days after the due date, the device will be presumed lost. All your library privileges will be suspended and you will be charged the full replacement cost plus a $15.00 non-refundable processing fee.

Replacement Costs

• Macintosh Computers (Mac Pros featuring Adobe Creative Suite software,
  Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaver & more)
• State-Adopted Textbooks
• Children’s and Young Adult Fiction and Nonfiction
• Big Books
• Videos & DVDs
• Ellison™ Shape-Cutting Machine
• Paper Cutter
• Classroom (equipped with overhead projector & drop-down screen)
• Video Viewing Station
• CD & Tape Listening Station
• Science & Math Kits
• Educational Databases
• Typewriters

Materials

Audiovisual

The audiovisual collection covers a broad range of topics relating to the university instructional program. Materials are intended for on-site use and short-term loan privileges. All LRC’s audiovisual titles are in the library's online catalog. We selectively acquire audio, videos, multimedia kits, and software. Other non-print materials housed in the center consist of films, filmstrips, sound recordings, slides, games, and photographs. We do not purchase materials for recreational use.

Curriculum Guides

Preschool through twelfth-grade curriculum guides from the state, regional, and national level are selectively collected. However, local curriculum guides are acquired comprehensively. All guides are maintained in either paper, microform, or online.

Juvenile Literature

Selective books appropriate for birth through young adult are housed in the LRC. Caldecott and Newbery award-winning honor books are also housed in the collection.

Professional Literature

Professional materials that support and enhance professional growth at all levels and subject areas are also collected. The professional literature consist of children's and young adult literature, idea and activity books, books that teach students how to write behavioral objectives and prepare lesson plans, etc.
Professional periodicals are housed with the regular serials collection.
Books about educational research, educational theory, or educational history are not housed in the Center; these materials are housed in the general collection.

Educational Software

A representative collection of exemplary computer software used in preschool through twelfth grade educational settings, and in adult education when appropriate, are acquired as part of the Center's collection. Software may represent utility programs such as desktop publishing programs and computer-assisted instruction for practice and tutorials.

Teaching Units

Sample units are an important part of the Learning Resource Center because they help teach students how to develop their own teaching units. Student-produced units are collected and labeled as such.

Textbooks

Textbooks in all curricular subjects for grades kindergarten through twelve may be found in the LRC. Textbooks that have been adopted by the local schools are acquired comprehensively, while other exemplary texts are selectively collected. The emphasis in the textbook collection is placed on materials that have been published within the last five years.
College level texts are not added to the collection.

Vertical Files

Pictures of animals, information about countries that have been received from embassies and other journal and newspaper articles are examples of materials that are located in vertical files. The vertical files will also contain information about local history and personalities on educational-related topics.

Internet Resources

Please see our Curriculum & Instruction LibGuide for an excellent collection of links to online resources.

Lesson Plans

• CEC Lesson Plans
• Global Schoolhouse
• Lesson Plans (http://lessonplanz.com/)
• Lesson Plans Page (http://www.lessonplanspage.com/)
• NC Standard Course of Study (Specific curriculum below)
• Arts Education
• Computer/Technology Skills
• Early Childhood
• English as a Second Language
• English Language Arts
• Guidance
• Healthful Living
• Information Skills
• Mathematics
• Second Languages
• Science
• Social Studies
• Career Technical Education