COVID-19 Resources for Students and Parents

To enforce social distancing and reduce the spread of COVID-19, the Division of Student Affairs will implement the following guidelines to keep all students who remain on campus safe. Violating these guidelines will be considered a Student Code of Conduct violation, which will result in immediate removal from on-campus housing:  

• All students who have been granted exceptions and live in on-campus residence halls must adhere to a 9 p.m. curfew.  
• No visitation will be permitted.  
• Congregating in any residence hall room or apartment is a violation and will result in immediate removal from housing.  
• All residence hall study lounges, multipurpose rooms and kitchens will be closed to enforce social distancing.   
• Computer labs will close at 9 p.m., and a limited number of people will be allowed in the lab at one time.  
• Students who leave campus for more than 24 hours without reporting the departure and location to Residential Life staff will be removed from on-campus housing.  

Social distancing is designed to limit the spread of disease by reducing the opportunities for close contact between people. Strategies include using conference calls and video conferencing in place of face-to-face meetings, avoiding unnecessary travel and reinforcing handwashing and other common-sense precautions.

While we know technology does not replace face-to-face interaction, there are ways to stay engaged and connected during social distancing. A few ideas to stay engaged or to remain connected with fellow Eagles include:  

• Watch a movie or TV series with friends virtually using Netflix Party. 
• Participate in a virtual fitness class through the YMCA, Fitness Blender or PopSugar. 
• Participate in virtual workouts, workout of the day and healthy eating tips from Campus Recreation.  
• Participate in Tik Tok challenges and showcase your moves! 
• Group chat with friends, play games and connect using Houseparty. 
• Use GroupMe, Google Hangouts, Zoom, Webex, WhatsApp or Band to create a group chat.  
• Learn a new hobby, draw, read, journal, meditate or do arts and crafts. 
• Go for a walk.  
• Practice cooking new dishes.  

For an updated list of programming for each department, please continue to check Engage.  

Emergency Funds  

As a reminder, NCCU has established a Student Emergency Relief Fund. This fund is designated to support the short-term financial needs of students currently enrolled at NCCU who are now facing extenuating circumstances related to housing, food and other vital resources. Apply online here: https://www.nccu.edu/forms/covid-19-fund-application. 

Transitions Food Pantry 

NCCU desires to do its part in assuring that no student goes hungry and that every student has access to food and personal care items. Through our Transitions Program, we are able to provide groceries and toiletries to students at no cost. Students who are interested in accessing the Transitions Pantry may do so by completing this form.  After the completed form is received, a staff member from the office of the Dean of Students will reach out to schedule a pick-up time for the requested items. 

Counseling Center 

• If you need to make an initial counseling appointment, please call the Counseling Center at 919-530-7646. The center will initiate a telehealth appointment to assess your needs. 
• If you are an existing client, please call or email your counselor or call 919-530-7646 to schedule a telehealth appointment. 
• Crisis counselors are available to students experiencing a mental health crisis at the Counseling Center from Monday to Friday between 10 a.m.  and 3 p.m. by calling 919-530-7646 or by contacting the University Police at 919-530-6106 at any time. 

New Student and Family Programs 

Congratulations class of 2024! SOAR, designed to help you make a smooth transition to life at NCCU, is for first-time students who have recently graduated from high school and transfer students from a community college or other four-year institutions. We are looking forward to showcasing NCCU traditions, campus culture and academic programs during orientation. You will also learn about the exciting new experiences and challenges you may encounter during your first year, including academic expectations and student life.  

There are three parts to SOAR orientation. SOAR will begin with the pre-SOAR online modules, continue with course advising and virtual registration with an academic advisor, and finish with an in-person orientation day in July.  

Registration for Fall 2020 SOAR is open until July 5, 2020. Students can register at https://www.nccu.edu/life-nc-central/soar. 

Career Center 

Schedule career center appointments via video chat or phone. Head to Handshake to schedule an appointment. Once you’ve selected your appointment category and type, you will see an option to select your appointment medium in the upper right corner of your screen. 

Residential Life 

Continue to live, learn and grow by finishing this semester strong! Please take advantage of any needed resources during this time.  

Get ready for Fall 2020! Students, be sure to register for Fall 2020 courses by May 22nd  to secure your housing assignment. Students must be enrolled in at least 12 hours to secure housing. Students not enrolled by May 22nd are subject to losing their fall housing assignment.  

For questions, contact the Department of Residential Life at 919-530-7298 or [email protected].  

Student Accessibility 

• Confused about remote learning accommodations? Student Accessibility Services has created a useful guide for students, faculty and staff on handling accommodations remotely. 
• To contact SAS, please refer to the contact information listed on their webpage.  

Student Health 

• If you are a student on campus and need to make an appointment, please call the Student Health Center at 919-630-6317. The Center will initiate a telehealth appointment to assess your needs and determine any possible COVID-19 exposure.  
• For the pharmacy, please call 919-530-5485.