NCCU Corporate Engagement & Partnership Program 2021

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CORPORATE ENGAGEMENT & PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM

MESSAGE FROM THE CHANCELLOR Dear Corporate Community, North Carolina Central University (NCCU) is an innovative university with a large, diverse pool of talent and a tradition of academic excellence. With a history and a future tied to 110 years of innovation and integrity, our institution prepares students practically and intellectually to succeed in the global marketplace.

With our four-pronged strategic plan centered on student access and success; innovation, research and entrepreneurship; collaboration and partnerships; and institutional sustainability, NCCU offers flagship programs in the sciences, education, law, business, nursing and the arts. Our Eagles continue to benefit from cultural immersions, global exchanges and study abroad experiences.

We continually look for ways to expand our reach into the community by establishing and expanding our strategic presence while enhancing NCCU’s relationships with corporate constituencies. As a partner, your talents, gifts and resources will help continue our legacy of Truth and Service.

NCCU’s history of corporate collaborations shows a strong track record of institutional commitment and the ability to meet the diverse needs of our partners. These partnerships include industry giants, such as Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina, Intel and TikTok. I invite you to consider this opportunity and create a unique partnership with NCCU that aligns with your corporate goals and furthers our shared interests and commitments. We appreciate your investment in a stronger NCCU and for helping launch our university to even greater heights.

Sincerely,

Johnson O. Akinleye, Ph.D. Chancellor

AN INVITATION FROM THE VICE CHANCELLOR OF INSTITUTIONAL ADVANCEMENT Dear Corporate Leaders, Greetings from North Carolina Central University (NCCU)! It is with great pride and enthusiasm that I invite you to partner with us.

With the eighth largest enrollment among historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) and ranked 13th on U.S. News and World Report’s list of Best HBCUs, NCCU’s footprint has significantly impacted students, alumni, and communities worldwide. We are hopeful to establish an intentional and collaborative relationship with your company to continue in this important work.

I encourage you to learn more about NCCU’s academic programs, research initiatives, student engagement opportunities, and the many other exciting activities occurring on campus. As you do so, I hope you begin to envision how we might work with you to achieve your organization’s mission and objectives. We look forward to learning about what is most important to you and exploring ways by which we can make an impact together.

My team and I look forward to an opportunity to discuss our shared values with hopes of establishing a meaningful partnership with you. There are engagement and investment opportunities in The Eagles Nest that can be tailored specifically for you.

Come SOAR with us!

In Truth and Service,

Gia Soublet, Ph.D. Vice Chancellor of Institutional Advancement

WHO WE ARE

As one of the top HBCU’s in the country, North Carolina Central University is chartering a new landscape for student-centered success.

Powered by philanthropy, we will continue to perform at the highest levels of academic excellence.

OUR COMMUNITY

7,953 46,879

1,430

No. of Students

OUR ACCOMPLISHMENTS U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT 2022 RANKINGS

13TH BEST HBCU

UNDERGRADUATE, GRADUATE AND LAW STUDENTS (FALL 2021)

Best Historically Black Colleges and Universities in the Nation

Alumni Base (INCLUDES NON DEGREED)

#48

Best Regional Universities in the South

Faculty/Staff Base (363 ARE FACULTY/STAFF ALUMNI)

SOUTHERN REGIONAL COLLEGES

#10

As the Top Performer on Social Mobility

#21

in Top Public Schools

#48

in Best Value Schools

OUR FOCUS

STRATEGIC PLAN GOALS FOR 2019-2024 STUDENT ACCESS AND SUCCESS

INNOVATION, RESEARCH AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP

COLLABORATION AND PARTNERSHIPS

INSTITUTIONAL SUSTAINABILITY

Brittany Cowan Class of 2021

“During this summer of social distancing, I had the opportunity to serve as a Communications intern within the Branding and Communications Services Department for Arch Capital Services Inc. Within my role, I wrote articles and internal communications for the company’s intranet platform, edited press releases, connected with international executives and staff members, and learned more about the world of corporate communications. All of the tools and resources I garnered this summer have been beneficial for both my

HOW TO PARTNER As a corporate partner, you will have privileged access to NCCU’s

academic and professional development. Although my role ended up being shifted to a virtual setting, I still value the skills and knowledge I obtained while working for Arch!”

 STUDENT RECRUITMENT Each year, countless employers engage with our Career and Professional Development Center to recruit top undergraduate and graduate students and recent alumni for full-time positions, internships and summer employment. The Center facilitates employer connection events, workshops, campus career panels, and on-campus interviews to ensure the employers’ direct interaction with prospective candidates. NCCU’s Law School provides special recruiting services directly through its program.

intellectual capital, including engagement and sponsorship

Kevin P. Williams, Ph.D.

opportunities, scholarships and

Merck Distinguished Professor in Integrated Biosciences Professor, Biomanufacturing Research Institute and Technology Enterprise

faculty support, naming rights, student recruitment, and executive education. Our goal is to secure strategic corporate alliances in North Carolina and beyond by establishing impactful outcomes that are mutually beneficial to your company and NCCU.

RECENT PARTNERSHIPS WITH NCCU $5 million to develop a new tech and law policy center and offer internships

INTEL

$1 million to support students pursuing degrees in health care

TIKTOK

$1 million to establish the first Merck Distinguished Professorship in Integrated Biosciences

MERCK FOUNDATION

 SCHOLARSHIP & FACULTY SUPPORT North Carolina Central University offers corporations the opportunity to support the education of undergraduate and graduate students by establishing named annual and endowed scholarships.

Corporate partners also can create named endowed professorships to support faculty and academic excellence.

90% CLOSE TO

OF NCCU STUDENTS QUALIFY FOR NEED-BASED AND OTHER FORMS OF FINANCIAL AID

 EXECUTIVE EDUCATION Continuous learning is important in maintaining a competitive edge, and NCCU offers custom opportunities for ongoing executive, professional and continuing education. Our programs broaden perspectives and fill skill gaps to improve performance and drive organizational growth. For example, the NCCU School of Business partners with leading corporations to co-create and deliver customized learning experiences in marketing, data analytics, hospitality and tourism, real estate, and wealth management. With partners like Fifth Third Bank and Capitol Broadcasting Company, NCCU equips the next generation of leaders with knowledge, skills and abilities to succeed.

 ENGAGEMENT OPPORTUNITIES As an integral part of the Research Triangle Park (RTP), North Carolina Central University understands the relationships between corporations and academia and the opportunity for mutually-rewarding collaboration. With our Biomanufacturing Research Institute and Technology Enterprise (BRITE) leading efforts in clinical research, these are examples of how industries can leverage their resources through a partnership with NC Central. Explore how this can work for your company.

 SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Take advantage of customized NCCU sponsorship packages designed to meet your goals and objectives.There are numerous opportunities to engage with NCCU’s students, faculty, staff, and alumni. Our sponsorships give you access to several thousands of physical and digital assets to enhance your visibility. In addition, you can increase impressions for your brand through the many events hosted annually by NCCU. The Ford Motor Company raised its profile by partnering with NC Central as a sponsor of the Ultimate Homecoming Experience.

 NAMING RIGHTS Naming rights help corporations leave a lasting legacy by providing transformative resources in support of teaching, research and service at NC Central. We offer customized opportunities for corporate donors who have made significant gifts supporting the university’s mission to be officially recognized for their philanthropic support. Examples include your company’s name on classrooms, buildings and athletic spaces.

WHERE WE ARE

NORTH CAROLINA CENTRAL UNIVERSITY ALUMNI BY STATE

With our footprint spanning the U.S. and the globe, North Carolina Central University is truly one university in many places. With Durham as an international entry to the south, the multicultural campus of NC Central simplifies transitional periods, providing a rewarding academic, social, and professional environment for its students.

JAMAICA

UNITED STATES

NCCU has 46,879 Eagles Soaring in the U.S.

Alaska

14

Hawaii

13

Michigan

174

Nevada

56

Utah

15

Alabama

98

Iowa

12

Minnesota

38

New York

837

Virginia

1,626

Arkansas

32

Idaho

8

Missouri

66

Ohio

235

Virgin Islands

11

Arizona

72

Illinois

206

Mississippi

49

Oklahoma

29

Vermont

10

California

409

Indiana

90

Montana

4

Oregon

24

Washington

62

Colorado

72

Kansas

22

North Carolina

34,933

Pennsylvania

435

Wisconsin

26

Connecticut

144

Kentucky

54

North Dakota

5

Puerto Rico

3

West Virginia

35

District of Columbia

578

Louisiana

70

Nebraska

10

Rhode Island

16

Wyoming

2

Delaware

103

Massachusetts

118

New Hampshire

16

South Carolina

639

Florida

660

Maryland

2,036

New Jersey

615

Tennessee

164

Georgia

1,454

Maine

10

New Mexico

19

Texas

450

46,879

AARHUS, DENMARK NC Central is one of two U.S.-based universities invited to participate in the GLOMUS global network of 23 international universities. The 2022 GLOMUS Camp is slated for Aarhus, Denmark.

GREECE SPAIN

CHINA

EGYPT KENYA NIGERIA

INTERNATIONAL PARTNERSHIPS

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS North Carolina Central University is home to exemplary students representing continents including Africa, Europe, North America, and South America and countries such as Nigeria, Jamaica, China, Egypt, Kenya, Greece, and Spain.

“The GLOMUS partnership has been life-changing for our NCCU students. They return to campus forever changed by the intercultural relationships they forge with peers from all over the globe, and the experience of learning from and with international peers.“ Professor Lenora Helm Hammonds North Carolina Central University Doctor of Musical Arts Candidate

The Office of Corporate and Foundation Engagement serves as the central office that facilitates meaningful engagement for mutually beneficial partnerships between North Carolina Central University and corporations and private foundations.

As part of the Division of Institutional Advancement, the office helps corporate and foundation partners create transformative change by directing private support for campus priorities, including special programs and excellence in teaching, research and public service at NC Central.

For more information on how you can partner with NCCU, please contact corporate.engagement@nccu.edu or (919) 530-6151.

Discover what’s Central to you.

CORPORATE ENGAGEMENT & PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM