N.C. A&T’s “Rookie of the Year” researcher, an excellent advisor and an outstanding teacher all earned top awards from the university this month, while a host of grant winners and researchers were honored by the college during end-of-year award ceremonies.

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University is introducing a double master’s degree pathway for spring 2026 that allows students to receive dual degrees in business administration and agricultural and environmental systems — all within two years.