Aggie101 v11 Student Survival Guide by The A&T Register

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Editor’s welcome Campus map Campus involvement AggieOne card Money101 for students Explore by studying abroad Maintain mental health Know how to dress for success Avoid the “Freshmen 15” Top 3 Recreation Centers near campus Sports Recap: Best of 2018-2019

About Aggie 101 Production of this year’s Aggie 101 was done by The A&T Register staff. Students wrote stories, sold advertisements, designed advertisements and created the layout specifications for this publication. The A&T Register is the award-winning newspaper and website of record for North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University. The newsroom is located in General Classroom Building 328. Email: atregister@ncat.edu Phone: (336) 285-2567

Editor-in-Chief: Zila Sanchez Managing Editor: Elaijah Gibbs-Jones Copy Editor: Cameron Dinkins Reporters: Kayla Clarke, Marisa Comer, Allison Gilmore, Lauren Mitchell, Jarod Hamilton, Jaylin Saunders, Alexis Johnson-Mobley, Jerry Humphrey II, Elijah McClure, Kendall Rooks, Alexus Harper and Kayla Clarke Photographer: Jamar Plunkett Faculty Adviser: Emily Harris

Welcome from the editor

Welcome Class of 2023! Your college years are finally here! I bet you have always wondered what those college classes, late nights and moments that will last a lifetime would be like. I know I did. When you got here, you probably felt a mix of emotions: excitement, nervousness and a free feeling of finally being on your own. When I stepped foot on campus in 2016, I knew I was entering the next chapter of my life. I was entering a place where I could gain knowledge, lifelong friends and most importantly a degree. I also knew I would be taken out of my comfort zone. Let me say, I definitely have. Being a college student is all about evolution.

Every day will bring new chances of growth within your major, your passions and even within yourself. Zila If you Sanchez wanted to experience personal growth, you have chosen the right university. As an Aggie, you will find yourself in a space of familylike social life a rich history that will surely impact your view on many things. Take adavantage of all the opportunities given to you. Meet with professors and advisers when you find yourself in need of guidance. Most of all, make sure you meet new people. N.C. A&T offers the opportunity to make connections and develop lifelong friendships. I can honeslty say I

have met some of the most loyal, entertaining and inspiring friends here at this illustriuos university -- and I plan on being friends with them for life. Still, it’s important to remember what your priorities are. Even though this fun and new environment can make it easy to forget why you’re here. Make sure you stay focused on the goals you set for yourself. Also, these goals and aspirations can change as you grow into the person you’re meant to be, but remember to find the good in those changes. Your friend circles can change, your ambitions may shift, but it’s all about finding the path to what the universe wants you to be. Don’t stress yourself about life after college just yet. For now, focus on being the best student you can be.

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Afterall, you are paying to be here. Develop a plan that will ensure you next four years will be as productive as possible. Grow your character, skills and mentality for now and leave the post-graduation stress for later. While you’re here, push yourself to new heights, and don’t worry about what others think of you because this institution is here to make YOUR dreams come to life. You’ve already accomplished so much by being here, so have confidence that you will be successful. Be sure to be goaloriented, have fun and let the next few years define what Aggie Pride really means to you. Follow Zila on Twitter @SeriouslyZila

Letter from the SGA President

Dear Class of 2023, The Student Government Association: Gilmore Administration, would like to welcome you to N.C. A&T. You made it through all the trials and tribulations, so congratulations on making it to this illustrious university. You may remember me from your New Student Orientation, which was one of your first glimpses into college life, but these next few years of being in college are going to be like nothing you’ve ever expected. You’re going to have some of the most fun and even most challenging moments of your life. You will make it though. Here are some things to remember as you embark on this new journey: Hang onto your freshman

year Freshman year is most likely going to be your best year in college. Yes, the other 3-4 years Allison will be great Gilmore but your freshman year will be like no other. Attend every sports event, social event, SGA event -- shameless plug -- and meet as many new people as you can. Have spontaneous moments because your responsibilities may begin to pile up and your sense of freedom may begin to fade away. Don’t let people try to label you If the other classes

haven’t already done it, don’t let people put you in a box. So many things are said about each incoming class -both good and bad -- but you must rise above the stigma people try to put on you, and stand in your truth. People will label you by your major, where you live on campus, and so on. Don’t let people try to define you. This is the perfect time to brand yourself. Take advantage of every opportunity that comes your way HBCUs are designed to help black people excel and flourish. There are so many opportunities brought to this campus, so take advantage of them. Outside of the career fair, employers come to visit students about internships in closer settings.

Get involved in organizations that will help you with your professional development -- even the ones within your department or major. Visit career services to go over your resume. With that being said, make this experience your own. In these next years, you will grow and mature in astounding ways, so continue to become the person that you’ve always envisioned yourself to be. I wish you all the best in your academics, but even more, an amazing first year at N.C. A&T. With Aggie Pride, Allison Gilmore SGA President 2019-2020 Follow Allison on Twitter @allisonjg_

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ACADEMIC 5... Barnes Hall - Lot 2 6... Benbow Hall - Lot 3 9... Campbell Hall - Lot 6 10... Carver Hall - Lot 7 11... Cherry Hall 12... Coltrane Hall - Lots 8, 37 15... Craig Hall - Lot 9 16... Crosby Hall - Lot 13 22... Frazier Hall - Lot 21 25... General Classroom Building - Lot 13

STUDENT SUPPORT 26... Gibbs Hall - Lot 16 27... Graham Hall - Lot 8 30... Hines Hall - Lot 15 31... Hodgin Hall - Lot 16 33... Fort/ IRC 34... Marteena Hall - Lot 18 35... McNair Hall - Lot 16 36... Merrick Hall - Lot 9 42... Noble Hall - Lot 21

45... Price Hall - Lot 22 48... Proctor Hall - Lot 23 49... Paul Robeson Theater 51... Academic Science Building 52... Sockwell Hall 53... Smith Technology Center 61... Webb Hall - Lot 26 68... Academic Classroom

7... Bluford Library - Lots 4, 34 8... Brown Hall - Lot 5 14... Corbett Sports Center 19... Dowdy Building - Lots 11, 12 21... Event Center - Lot 17 20... Dudley Building / University Galleries - Lot 45 23... Garrett House 24... Gear Up - Lot 8 28... Harrison Auditorium - Lot 14

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1... Aggie Suites - Lots 30, 31 2... Aggie Village - Lot 32 3.. Alex Haley Hall - Lot 6 4... Barbee Hall - Lot 33 13... Cooper Hall 17... Curtis Hall 32... Holland Hall 38... Morrison Hall 39... Morrow Hall

18... DeHuguley Building - Lot 10 29... Hazardous Materials Building 41... T.E. Neal Heating Plant 43... Child Development Lab 47... Reid Greenhouse 57... Switch Station 58... Tower Facility 60... Ward Hall - Lot 7 66... DeHuguley Annex - Lot 29 69... New Health Center - Lot 39 70... Clock Tower (Under Construction)

46... Pride Hall - Lot 43 64... Vanstory Hall - Lot 33 65... Aggie Terrace - Lot 47

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KNOW YOUR ABCs

Campus organizations offer opportunities for leadership and a way to be heard NAOMI NANCE & ZILA SANCHEZ Staff Report

N.C. A&T has many student-led organizations on campus. SGA, SUAB and RHA are popular campus-based student-led organizations. SGA Student Government Association (SGA) is an organization of developed student leaders. They are the voice of the student body in regards to social and academic affairs on campus. SGA serves as a “middle man” between students and administration. Elections are held annually. Newly elected officers hope to bring exciting event and programs to campus. This upcoming semester holds much promise and growth. With the newly elected students into their offices and positions, it brings a lot of excitement for what’s to come. Senior Allison Gilmore is the SGA President for the 2019-2020 academic year. The Gilmore administration is a group who are committed to their university and have their hands tied firmly in the many outlets on campus. SUAB

The Student University Activities Board is designed to ensure campus activities and academics have a direct correlation. Through a number of committees, SUAB ensures that students receive cultural, social and recreational activities. Most recreational events are hosted by SUAB, including block parties and gym jams. Elected representatives work in close proximity with representatives of SGA. These two organizations work closely together especially during homcoming and Aggiefest. Senior Tre’tel Ingram is the SUAB President. RHA The Residence Hall Association provides opportunities of leadership, community involvement and programing for students. Elected members bring the student perspective of dorm life to light. Programs held in residence halls are designed to help transition to college life. Senior Mackenzie Myers is the RHA President. To join organizations, be on the look out on social media. If you attended the org fair, you should have seen many tables with orgs trying to represent their group. Did you miss the org fair? Don’t worry, there will be another one in the spring.

College/Departmental/Academic

Ethnic/Multicultural/International

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Organizations interested in a particular academic area selected from the many campus departmental and college areas. Organizations that focus on ethnic, cultural, and other diversity issues.

These groups are based upon the mutual support of the members to provide expanded opportunities in leadership and personal development.

These groups serve as governing bodies for students, including student governments and residence life councils. These groups are organized for the purpose of recognizing and promoting out standing scholastic achievement by students within particular academic areas or fields of interest. These groups may participate in projects which benefit both the campus and the community.

Graduate School

These groups are primarily comprised of graduate students, and are associated with the Unversity Graduate School program.

Special Interest Groups which form to meet the needs of students’ varied interest not otherwise represented.

Religious/Spiritual These groups provide religious and social outlets for students of particular faiths.

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Getting involved is step one

AYANNA MILLER Staff Report

Getting involved is one of the key factors to a successful college career. Your involvement is not only going to shape your collegiate resume, but it will also give you a better idea of post-graduation life. It is best to get involved early so you can determine what organizations you are passionate about and is an org in which you’d be willing to commit. Don’t be afraid to attend events and programs put on by campus organizations. Not only will it give you a chance to get out of your room on a weeknight -- or even on the weekend -- but it will also give you a better understanding of the organization. To the right is a quick look into the organizations offered on campus.

Engineering Organizations • Society of Women Engineers (SWE) • National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) • Human Factors and Ergonomics Society (HFES) • Biomedical Engineering Society (BMES) • Aggies for Engineers and Community Enrichment (AECE) Business Organizations • Aggie Student Entrepreneurship Club (ASEC) • Bombshells in Business Journalism Organizations • The A&T Register

National Association of Service Based Black Journalist (NABJ) Organizations • Public Relations Student • Men on the Move Society of America (PRSSA (MOTM) • 100 Collegiate Women STEM Organizations • Faith Based • Animal Science/Pre-vet Organizations club • Citadel Campus Ministry • Poultry Science Club (CCM) • Catholic Campus Fashion and Modeling Ministry Organizations • Bethel Campus • Couture Productions Fellowship Ministry • Verge Modeling Troupe • Hometown Organizations Cultural Organizations • Muslim Student • Midwest Aggies Associastion • Metro Aggies • National Association • 252 Aggie Club of the Advancement of • Georgia Aggies Colored People (NAACP) • New York/New Jersey • National Council of Connect Negro Women (NCNW) • Charm City Aggies • Estamos Unidos Student Represention • Africana Student Club • SGA (ASC) • SUAB • Caribbean Student •

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Your AggieOne card is a golden ticket ELIJAH MCCLURE Staff Report

Your AggieOne card is an identification card that you will need to carry with you during your matriculation at N.C. A&T. AggieOne cards are used to get into Williams dining hall and Marketplace Cafe, sporting events, retrieve mail in the Mail Center, swipe into dormitories, and dine at the various restaurants and to-go locations around the campus. When looking for transportation to local areas around Greensboro, your AggieOne will also be important. Your AggieOne will give you the ability to ride the Higher Education Area Transit (HEAT) and the Greensboro Transit Authority (GTA) buses for free by just showing your

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Money 101 for students

whether ebooks or textbooks are more convenient for you. Unless the book has an access code, try Amazon or Chegg first for textbooks and ebooks. Greensboro also has offcampus stores like TextBook Brokers and Edwards Mckay’s who sell discounted or used books.

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Money management is one of the biggest skills you need to have while you’re learning to support yourself. Here are five tips to be money-wise during your time at “the T.” Open a bank account A bank account is necessary for easy access to your money. Of course, having your own bank account will make it easy for you to deposit money and refund checks. For those who may receive a refund check, do not spend it all at once. Establish credit Credit is important in this age, and getting a credit card is the perfect way to build credit. Before getting a credit card, do your research and make sure you’ll be able to

pay credit bills on time. Most banks offer lines of credit designed for students Budget time Budget for major events such as GHOE, Aggie Fest and spring break. Practice weekly budgeting to help you get through those important weeks and ensure you have money left afterward. If you stay on campus, eat

Good Free Photos on campus to save money. The Williams Dining Hall and the Marketplace Cafe, a.k.a., “Mini Cafe,” have buffet options. If you have flex, create a budget every week to help you amke it stretch. You can keep track of how much flex you have on the GET app. Textbooks or ebooks? Your major and your style of learning will determine

If you don’t have it, don’t spend it Learn how to separate your wants from your needs. Every day is not a treat yourself day.Sometimes you will have to make an executive decision to not eat out with friends. If you have a job, you can use each paycheck to buy something to reward yourself. Remember it’s better to have a smart pocket than no pocket.

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Explore by studying abroad FALESHA BRODIE & MARISA COMER theCULTURE Editor & Lead Reporter

Black students and students of color in the U.S. are beginning to study aboard more each year. Many of them have a heart for travel. And for some, studying abroad seems like the smartest way to see the world. While overseas, these students gain a more global outlook and a diversified education. They also experience personal growth abroad and learn a brand new environment for the very first time. “While oversees I learned to trust myself even more. As an avid traveler, I was prepared mentally, but not so prepared to navigate the city on my own,” said Saleemah Muhammed, a senior mass communications student. “The program I chose really left it up to the students to figure out their experience.” But once black students arrive overseas, some soon realize that their experience is going to be much more interesting than they thought. Other countries are much like America when it comes to black people being the minority. “Being in Paris as a black woman was the most eye-opening experience,” Muhammed said. “They have tourists year-round. But being a natural, young, English speaking black girl, I was a walking exhibit.” Another example is Gabrielle Williams, a black graduate student from the University of Memphis. Williams has studied abroad more than once. She wanted to get out of her comfort zone and gain a different perspective. “Being in Germany was

Erin Collier | The A&T Register my first time being out of the country. I had a hard time not seeing people that looked like me. Sometimes, I felt like an outcast because there was no one around me to identify with,” Williams said. Even after not seeing people that looked like her, ironically, she never felt like she was being discriminated against. She just felt different.

With the percentage of black students studying abroad increasing, unfortunately, others cannot and will not for their own reasons. Ronice Johnson, the study abroad coordinator at North Carolina A&T, believes two of the biggest reasons are fear and lack of knowledge. “It’s unfortunate, but many are not looking at the big picture when it comes

to opportunities abroad,” Johnson said. These fears sometimes result from a lack of experience. Many students have never been on an airplane or stepped foot out of their home state or country. So, the idea of experiencing life in another country can seem horrific. Johnson also believes that students experience Fear of Missing Out (FOMO), which keeps them from seeing the benefits of visiting another country. Another reason is the expenses. Students prepare to go abroad and realize that it can get costly. But, there are countless scholarship opportunities for students. Some are not even being taken advantage of. “There are so many scholarships that are untapped because students don’t want to write an essay or they don’t have someone to proof-read their essays,” Johnson said. The Benjamin A. Gilman Scholarship is a national scholarship open for students studying abroad. The Gillman scholarship requires two essays for an award up to $5000. Nevertheless, Johnson encourages students to take the leap of faith and study abroad. “It will be one of the greatest experiences you will have,” she says. “I met so many students who have come back from their study abroad experience transformed.” If you are interested in studying abroad, the Office of International Affairs holds a study abroad interest meeting once a month. The office is located in ACB 213. For more information on N.C. A&T’s study abroad program, contact at (336) 334-7104.

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Maintain your mental health LAUREN MITCHELL theYARD Editor

College is a time of learning and self-discovery for young adults, but it’s also a period of emotional instability with the potential for serious psychological consequences. Mental health is important at every stage in life, and even more so in college. This is an important time to begin developing healthy coping strategies and habits. Develop a support network Taking care your wellbeing doesn’t have to fall solely on you. Forming a group of close friends is important and keeping in contact with your family or home support group is important, too. By getting to know your advisors and instructors, you’ll feel more connected and in control. The more people you know at your

Hyllary Bell | The A&T Register college, the more connected you’ll feel. Organize your calendar and make time for the things you enjoy. Avoiding your mental health can be as easy as procrastinating homework. By drawing a physical copy of your schedule and color coding it can make it time management as stress free as possible.

Write down positive affirmations and healthy coping mechanisms. Reminding yourself you have options when blinded by negative thoughts can help tremendously. These can be simple reminders, like, “you are loved,” or, “take a walk and have some water,” or simply song lyrics — whatever will help to regain focus when

struggling. Be active and eat well. Exercise is important for mental health and can help ward off depression. Take breaks from studies and getting moving on a regular basis. Food is also important in maintain mental health. Eat regularly to keep up your energy. Consume nutritious food to feel and perform your best. Seek professional help. You’re not alone. A lot of of people can help. Talk to a trusted adult about your concerns, or visit N.C. A&T’s Counseling Services. You can always rely on the advice of friends, but sometimes you might need a little more guidance. On Campus Resources for Mental Health: Counseling Services, Student Health Center, and Campus Recreation Center

How to survive difficult classes ALEXUS JOHNSON-MOBLEY PR Coordinator

There are many things to consider when coming to college, and everyone has to find their own individual styles for success. Prioritize You will have many class assignments and maybe even extracurriculars to juggle. It is in your best interest to use a planner, or have something to use to keep track of assignments and due dates. This will better assist management skills so you already have an idea what needs to be worked on for the day. Another aspect of prioritizing is knowing when to say no to going out, or plan your social events accordingly. For example, it’s Friday

night and a party is going on but you know that you have a presentation due monday morning and you have yet to work on it. In this instance you would want to miss out on this party so that you can work on the presentation. Attend your classes Attending classes is not only important to your performance in the class, but remember as students you are paying for the classes you sign up for. Attending class is especially important for the classes that are very interactive; it makes the difference in your learning experience. Many classes also count participation and class attendance as part of your grade, so constantly missing class will not serve you any benefits. Great attendance also

gives you the opportunity to ask questions about assignments and get clarity on new information. By attending classes you are able to build relationships with professors which is essential when it’s time for letters of recommendation for jobs and internships. Study and form study groups It is important to not only build relationships with teacher but also with classmates. Having relationships with your classmates will create a willingness in them to help you in class when you need it. This is important when it comes time to study and making study groups. There are going to be times when you don’t understand all the material, but your classmates can

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help you through the study group that was made. This allows for each of you to gain knowledge from one another. It also can help with creating friendships outside that classroom which is good for networking. Studying is important for the success you seek to have in class. Knowing the material will boost your confidence when taking exams and quizzes. It is important to study so that you can receive the best possible outcome when taking a quiz or test. Studying can also help you formulate questions that you may have that you can take to class to ask the professor. Follow these key tips and you will be on the road to being a scholarly student.

Tips to ensure a great Homecoming HAKEEM SHABAZZ-NORRIS Co-Multimedia Editor

A&T is famous nationwide for our homecoming. “#GHOE” is short for the “Greatest Homecoming On Earth,” and it attracts people from everywhere to join in the week long festivities in October. Here are a few tips to know as you participate in your first homecoming week:

DO Save your dollars

Make sure that you have enough money to be able to participate in the events. There is always something going on during homecoming week.

Try the tailgaters’ food

You may want to go to the homecoming game a little hungry too. The tailgaters always have the best food. The smell of all that food on the grill will make your mouth water! You’ll also get to meet a lot of alumni.

DON’T Leave your cup unattended Unfortunately, there are people who drop “roofies,” a date-rape sedation drug, in others’ drinks. Leaving your cup unattended can lead to bad consequences. Always watch your cup when you’re at a party or any major event.

Get homework done early

Try and make sure you have all your major assignments completed before homecoming. Trust me, you’re going to much rather be out having fun with your friends than to be holed up in your dorm room.

Travel in packs

It is always better with your friends around. At night, make sure you have someone with you if you’re walking around or going out. Safety first!

Buy your tickets early

Stray from friends The campus of N.C. A&T and gets packed on the day of homecoming, and you can easily lose track of your friends. Be sure to know where are your friends are going to be and remember to set a meeting spot in case you get lost or separated.

You don’t want to be the only one out of your group of friends not to have a ticket for every event. As soon as you hear tickets are on sale, you better hit the ticket office!

Arrive early to the football game

No matter how good or bad our football team is, the homecoming game always brings a packed crowd. You should want to get there early if you want a good seat on the home side. Everyone wants to sit next to the band!

Respect law enforcement

The Greensboro police will be out heavily around that time and ready to hand out tickets, citations and also make arrests if needed. You don’t want to wreck your night due to dumb choices.

Do something you wouldn’t want filmed Every action has a counter-action, so be sure to know what you’re doing. Remember that phones are always out so be sure to know what you’re doing and be sure to know your actions.

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Know how to dress for success

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N.C. A&T provides numerous opportunities on campus to socialize with fellow Aggies or network with a variety of companies for future employment. Certain events require business professional, business casual or casual attire. Here is just a quick guide on what to wear to a business professional event or a business casual event: It is time for your first business meeting, job interview or a presentation. In this case, you should wear Business Professional. Here is what you should wear Mens Business Professional a full solid color suit, either blue or black, with the matching jacket, pants, and belt.

A white buttoned-up shirt is also preferred. If you choose a patterned shirt, it should be a simple pattern (ex. stripes). For shoes, you should wear dark dress shoes with dark dress socks. For a tie, it should be a neutral colored tie. Your tie should also not be too long or too short but barely covering your belt. Womens Business Professional a black skirt, pant suit or a dress. A skirt suit is usually recommended but the skirt should be at the knee or below. A white button-up shirt is preferred. If you wear a skirt suit or dress, wearing nude or dark pantyhose is recommended. For shoes, flats or heels will do but 2.5 heels are also

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casual. Makeup should still be neutral and hair can either be down or pulled back. These are the basics to dress for success. Some extra tips would be to wear neutral color clothing. Try to stay away from bright colors or bright patterns. Be sure to iron your clothes and always look sharp. Good luck dressing for success!

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Transportation for students

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Since first-semester freshmen cannot have cars on campus for the first semester, here is some of the available transportation students can utilize for on campus and off campus destinations: Lime Bikes and Scooters Lime Bikes and Lime-S are placed around the local college campuses, and they are a fast way for students to travel across campus and areas nearby. Students can pay a fee to rent the bike for a period of time. Both the Lime Bikes and Lime Scooters are $1 to unlock and $0.15 per minute. To use the bikes, download the Lime App which will allow you to find the nearby scooters or bikes. After, scan the QR code and enter the number to unlock the bike or scooter. Make sure to lock it safely when finished. Bird Scooters Bird Scooters are similar to the Lime Bikes are the Bird Scooters, which have recently been placed back in Greensboro. The scooters are $1 to unlock and $0.30 per minute. To operate the scooters, download the Bird App or use www.bird.com Aggie Shuttle Avoid harsh weather or a long walk by utilizing the Aggie Shuttle. Blue Aggie Shuttle signs are placed throughout the campus to show students where the bus stops are. Download the DoubleMap app to track the shuttleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s movement in real-time and see when the next bus is coming to their nearest shuttle stop. DoubleMap also displays Park and Ride shuttle services which cater to the student apartments near N.C. A&T. Aggie Safe Ride Aggie Safe Ride is a safety shuttle service operated by the Student Center. This is

Jamar Plunkett | The A&T Register The Aggie Shuttle is one of the most popular ways to get around campus. a late-night transportation service that can be utilized from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m., but the last round is at 1:45 a.m. Aggie Safe Ride is a Sunday through Friday service and will transport students to on campus and off campus locations. For more information on their schedule and operating hours, as well as any other questions contact them at (336) 285-2530. HEAT Bus N.C. A&T partnered with the Greensboro Transit Authority (GTA) to provide students with the Higher Education Area Transit (HEAT) shuttle service. This is a free service with the use of an AggieOne Card. The HEAT Bus transports students to off campus areas such as Walmart, Four Seasons Mall, UNCG, as well as many other locations. Track the HEAT bus by downloading the Transloc Rider app and selecting Greensboro Transit Authority or by going to gta.transloc.com. The schedule for the HEAT bus does differ on

weekends. For information on all available routes, go to www. rideheat.com/routes. Greenboro Tranporation Authority GTA is a public transportation system for the city of Greensboro. Students are able to utilize the GTA shuttle for free with the use of their AggieOne Card. This shuttle can be used for longer-distance travel within Greensboro not included in HEAT bus routes. For real-time bus information, download the Transloc Bus Tracker. GTA operating hours differ on Saturday and Sunday. Uber Another way to get across town is through Uber. Uber is a transportation networking company that acts as a carpool service. Customers pay a fee for a driver to take them to their specified location. A userâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fare is upfront, but is subject to change during busier times of the year (like GHOE), if the destination changes or if there are multiple stops.

Users can also decide which vehicle is most suitable for them and their needs (ie. Uber X, Uber Pool). Uber also allows their users to track their ride to ensure they are entering the correct vehicle. Email and phone number is all that is needed to create an account, and students can download the Uber app in their app store or go to www. uber.com if they are in need of the service. Lyft Lyft is another transportation networking company. Users of Lyft can enter their pick up and drop off location to determine their fare estimate, but the prices may differ based on discounts or other factors. Lyft also allows their customers to track their ride prior to arrival. Lyft allows comparison of their rides and the difference in pricing to find which will be most suitable for their customers needs. If in need of Lyft service, download the Lyft app or go to www.lyft.com.

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Tips to beat the dreaded 15 JAROD HAMILTON theSCORE Editor

The dreaded “freshmen 15” — which has gotten a stranglehold on millions of college freshman throughout the years — is no joke. The reason it is called the freshmen 15 and not the sophomore 15, junior 15 or senior 15 is because usually, upperclassmen know better. What’s the big deal you may ask? Well, most freshman who come to school have never had to fend for themselves or even be alone by themselves for a long period of time. The structure most parents have set for their kids is out of place when kids move into college. You are no longer forced

Freshmen Fifteen Carrington Harris | The A&T Register to eat fruits and vegetables, and no longer have to eat at a certain time or eat three meals a day. Some students are eating three or four times a day with snacks throughout the day while other students eat one or two big meals throughout

FALL 2019 GROUPS

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the day. Since our campus of N.C. A&T is located near Summit Avenue, you have a plethora of fast food choices — not to mention that when you go to the Williams Dining Hall or Marketplace Cafe, it is not like high school where you

have to eat what is served for that day. If you wanted to, you could just eat multiple plates of hamburger and fries. Between going to classes, doing homework and socializing with friends, most freshmen are not rushing to the recreation center or being active in general. The freshman 15 is more so about self-discipline than it is about the food itself. Simply beware that you may have be a victim of the freshman 15 when simple things like walking to and from class makes you break a sweat. Don’t worry, however, everybody has been there. Just try to let it not be you this year.

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Recreational activities near campus ALEXIS HARPER Staff Report

Being a freshman in college brings on a lot of responsibilities, like keeping track of your class work, working in extra curricular activities and groups, and keeping a job all while trying to maintain a fun social life. One thing that tends to slip our minds is fitness and working out. Many people feel the wrath of the forgetfulness with the treacherous ‘Freshman 15.’ What many students don’t realize is that partying, late night snacks, drinking and more can all have major effects on the body. It all tends to happen so fast until we don’t realize we’re out of shape until we actually hit the Freshman 15. It’s important that we take good care of our bodies when we get to college and stay active no matter how busy we are. Whether you workout for an hour a day, go do some quick yoga, or even take a slight run around campus, every little thing counts. Your body will thank you. It doesn’t matter if you don’t have a car because all of these places are close within reach.

North Carolina A&T State University Campus Recreation Center 1601 E. Market Street Greenbsoro, NC, 27411

UNCG Recreation Center The University of North Carolina at Greensboro 412 Student Recreation Center, PO Box 26170 Greensboro, NC 27402

Bryan YMCA Greensboro 501 W. Market Street Greensboro, NC 27401

Of course we have to begin our list with the most convenient and reliable location: our very own Campus Rec Center. The campus recreation center is within walking distance for all students and you can go at your leisure. Activities include competitive, noncompetitive, organized, and informal options to meet the diverse needs and interests of students. In addition to open gym at the Campus Recreation Center, there are recreational opportunities like men and women’s basketball, flag football, volleyball, kickball, soccer, softball, swimming, weightlifting tennis, racquetball, aerobics, horseshoes, walking club and more. Another great thing that occurs at our Rec Center are the zumba, yoga, and dance classes offer in the dance room each week. The recreation center is the go-to place for fitness and recreational activities because it’s so accessible to us.

This is another great place for students. Located not to far from campus, this recreation center is in the heart of UNCG. What I love about this location is how much they offer for students. Hands down this may be one of the best recreation centers in Greensboro. The UNCG Recreation Center offers club sports, group fitness, personal training, intramural sports, and outdoor adventures. The outdoors adventures really stick out to me because I love how they are enabling students to get out of their element and get outside for fitness while still having fun. Some of the outdoor activities they offer are rock-wall climbing, kayak pool sessions, and trips! Now if this doesn’t convince you to check out this recreation center, then I’m not sure what will. This place has just about every activity at the tip of your fingers. Hayes-Taylor YMCA Greensboro 2630 E. Florida Street Greensboro, NC 27401

The YMCAs in Greensboro are the perfect places for recreation because it’s right down the street from campus. Located near downtown Greensboro, the YMCAs are known worldwide for its recreation center. For as long as I can remember, the YMCA was the place to be when it comes to fitness and recreation. They have group exercise, youth activities, fitness, aquatics, diabetes prevention programs, summer camps, golfing and much more.

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Sports recap:

BEST OF

2018-2019 JERRY HUMPHREY III theSCORE Lead Reporter

2018-2019 was the year of champions for N.C. A&T’s atheltic department. From the football team to the women’s bowling team, our school’s athletics achieved only greatness because that’s what Aggies Do.

Football The N.C. A&T Football team had a successful 2018 season. They finished the season 10-2 and took home their fourth Mid Eastern Atlantic Conference (MEAC) title in the last five years. Not to mention, they defeated Alcorn State 2422 in the Air Force Reserve Celebration Bowl. This was the Aggies’ third HBCU national championship in

four seasons. For the fourth year in a row, N.C. A&T finished nationally ranked, peaking at No. 11. Quarterback Lamar Raynard (Redshirt, Sr.) was the talk of the conference after breaking Alan Hooker’s all-time touchdown record in Aggie history against Florida A&M Rattlers. N.C. A&T Athletics Anthony “AJ” Dupree celebrates with team after becoming MEAC Champions for the second year in a row.

Women’s Track

N.C. A&T Athletics Alumna Kayla White stands with MEAC championship trophy.

The Lady Aggies lit up the track in 2018, bringing home their third-straight conference title. The women posted 174 points to beat Florida A&M (118.50), BethuneCookman (98), Norfolk State (78) and Morgan State (48.50). Senior Track and Field star Kayla White has been named the NCAA Division I Women’s Indoor Track Athlete of the Year, as announced by the U.S. Track and Field Cross Country

Coaches Association. She helped the women’s track and field team win their third MEAC indoor title in a row by winning the 60mh and 200 at conference indoor championships. White became the first Aggie to win an NCAA national championship. White won the 200m at the 2019 NCAA Track and Field Indoor Championships in 22.62 seconds which is the fastest time ran in the world this year.

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Women’s Bowling

N.C. A&T Athletics The women’s bowling team gather after a bowling line.

The N.C. A&T bowling team -- ranked 10th -- is looking for the second MEAC title after they claimed their first title in 14 years last season. The Aggies are also seeking the MEAC’s automatic qualifying bid to the NCAA Women’s Bowling Championship. Earlier in the season earned a fourth-place finish at the Columbia 300

Music City Classic to close out the three-day event. Sophomore Ana Olaya earned her second career first-team honor from the conference. She leads the team in total pinfall at 10,090 with a 190.38 average on the season. She bowled her high game of 242 against Monmouth during the first MEAC meet of the season.

Women’s Basketball The N.C. A&T women’s basketball finished the regular season 19-10 overall and 16-0 in the MEAC, becoming the first MEAC team to finish the regular season undefeated since Hampton in 2014. This was a huge accomplishment for the Lady Aggies after starting the year 3-10. Though they did not bring home the conference title, this was still a great season.

The team has earned an automatic qualifying bid to the Women’s National Invitational Tournament (WNIT). N.C. A&T will be making their fifth WNIT appearance. Guard Cinia McCray (JR) was named secondteam All-MEAC. She was 11th in the conference in points per game, 11th in assists per game and 10th in minutes per game.

N.C. A&T Athletics Senior Alexus Lessears smiles during her basketball practiice.

Men’s Track

N.C. A&T Athletics Sophomore Regan Kimtai stands with MEAC medal.

The men’s track team also brought home a conference title this year. This the the third year in the row where the men and women won the conference together. The men posted 191 points to beat BethuneCookman (141), Norfolk State (119), Morgan State (41) and S.C. State (30). Senior Rodney Rowe captured individual titles in the 60 and 200m.

He now has four gold medals from the MEAC indoor championships, including two 200m titles, one 60m title and one 4x400 meter relay title. The Aggies also scored big in the field. Sophomore Aaron Wilkerson finished second in the shot put (53-feet, 6 ½-inches) followed by freshman Obie Taylor (51feet, 8 ¼-inches) in third.

On February 1, 1960 Four North Carolina A&T

College freshmen students boldly took seats at the segregated F. W. Woolworth lunch counter in downtown Greensboro. In the days that followed, other students would join them,

taking shifts to sit-in until segregation was lifted allowing all people to be fairly served.

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