Innovative Research and Programming in an HBCU Honors College: Advancing N.C. A&T’s Preeminence 2030 Vision

Department

Honors College, North Carolina A&T State University, 1601 E Market ST, Greensboro, North Carolina, 27411

Document Type

Poster

Publication Date

4-17-2026

Abstract

Honors programs in the United States are traditionally designed to support academic engagement among high-achieving students. At North Carolina A&T State University, the Honors College has strategically leveraged novel research and programming initiatives to advance the university’s trajectory toward R1 status, in alignment with the Preeminence 2030 Blueprint. This study explores how collaborative partnerships and innovative programming foster research engagement in a newly formed HBCU Honors College. During the Spring 2025 semester, participants aged 18 and older from diverse academic disciplines engaged in interdisciplinary research activities and programming. Surveys captured attendance, feedback, and participant perceptions. Post-semester results indicate that students gained a deeper understanding of research processes, expanded their interdisciplinary knowledge, and reported increased interest in pursuing doctoral programs. These findings suggest that undergraduate research-focused programming can meaningfully enhance student engagement and support institutional goals for research preeminence.

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