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THE A&T REGISTER [INSIDE] New student? This is for you! You’re here? Now what? Model student? Create your work-life balance Money 101 AND SO MUCH MORE....... AGGIE 101 V 8.0 STUDENTAGGIE 101 GUIDE Table of Contents About the Aggie 101 4 Editor’s Welcome Production of this year’s Aggie 101 was done by The A&T Register staff. 4 Traveling: Out of Students wrote stories, sold advertisements, designed advertisements and created the layout specifications for this publication. State The A&T Register is the award-winning weekly newspaper of record for North 6 TheYard Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University. The paper publishes 5,000 issues 8 AggieOne card on Wednesdays during the academic year. 10 Pros and cons to Editor: Jana Shaw campus living Managing Editor: Janay Boone 11 GHOE top tips Copy Editors: Jazmine Gathers, Marilyn Parker, Jasmine Hooks 12 Aggie Dome Reporters: Janay Boone, Dominique Moody, Naomi Nance, Victoria Eaton, 16 Talent into a side Adrianna Wilson, Sydni Fonteno, Whitney Martin, Maya Waters, Imari Ross, Jesse hustle Grady, Tierra Mahone, Rasheena Brown, Charlotte Jones, Brea’ Jones, Alesia 19 Freshman 15 Dawson, Alexis Harper, Chesney Rudisell 20 Top 3 Recreation Photographers: Rasheena Brown, Alexis Wainwright, D’Ante Wilson Centers near campus Faculty Adviser: Emily Harris 22 Sports Roundup Advertising Guide Textbook Brokers: 5 Athletics: 8 Office of Counseling Services: 2, 16 Bluford Library: 14 Province of Greensboro: 21 Student Health Center: 3 Intramural Sports: 15 Alumni Association: 24 Located at 112 N. Benbow Rd. Hours 8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. To schedule an appointment, call http://www.ncat.edu/student-affairs/ (336) 334-7880 or visit the student-services/health-services/ Student Portal https://ncat.medicatconnect.com/. We want to be the principal provider of your medical care as well as the primary focus for your health and wellness needs. Let North Carolina A&T State University Student Health Center be your medical home away from home! 4 ◆ Aggie 101 v 8.0 Editor welcomes you to Aggieland Welcome Class of of my comfort zone Meet with counseling services of what is to come after A&T. 2020. in order to gain those when you need to talk. As a freshman, concern your- Your time has finally new attributes. Out of all of the opportunities self with developing an attitude come: 8 a.m. classes, College is about in front of you be sure to take and a plan that will ensure these extra-curricular overload evolution. time to socialize and meet new next four years will be productive and of course- the infa- Each day you will people. and prosperous before you con- mous all-nighter is within learn something new A&T also offers the chance to cern yourself with post-graduate your grasp. about your passions, make connections and develop worries (leave that to me and my Entering college sum- your choice of study life-long bonds. I entered my fellow seniors). mons an abundance of Jana and yourself. freshman year holding on to the Find comfort in the evolution. mixed emotions into the Shaw College is the place hands of three best friends. Allow yourself to grow during average freshman. to gain self-awareness. I will be leaving with those your time at A&T. Excitement, nervousness, fear, You have made an excellent same three as well as a number Push yourself to reach heights and the joy of being away from choice by choosing A&T. of other hands to hold onto for a that seemed unimaginable prior home all come to the forefront As an Aggie, you will find lifetime. to your enrollment. the moment you walk away from yourself in a space of family- With all of the excitement You have already exceeded by grade school. oriented social life, rich history surrounding you at A&T, make receiving acceptance into such a As I waved goodbye to my and a staff that cares about your sure to stay focused and deter- prestigous and reputable univer- parents Fall of 2013, I knew well-being. mine future goals as you enter. sity, so have the confidence to I was saying hello to the next Take advantage of the oppor- Understand and find comfort in achieve all that you set out to do destination of my journey. tunities A&T will present to you. the fact that your goals may alter in these next four years. I was entering a place where Meet with advisors when you and change but continue to find Congratulations on becoming I would gain an education, a are in need of academic guid- tenacity in those shifts. an Aggie. Be sure to be goal ori- degree and a new sense of self. I ance. Meet with professors when Do not allow yourself to be- ented, have fun, and create your also knew I would be taken out you are in need of assistance. come complacent in the worries own sense of Aggie Pride! Travel tips for out-of-state students WHITNEY MARTIN mode of transportation, and that Helpful hints for travel Have a different Contributor will be one less thing you have to worry about it. Look for discounted bus fares. After a long first semester of Knowing that your transporta- Most mainstream bus lines opinion? classes, the first thing that comes tion is secured is a major check have discounts available for stu- to mind is getting home to famil- off your “To Do List” before the dents. If you’re traveling from iar faces and a home cooked meal, last day of classes. Washington, DC to New York you We would love to then it’s hanging out with friends Another way of getting home could get a ticket for as low as from high school and telling them is to ride with someone from the $5.00! about the experiences you’ve had same hometown as you. hear from you! in Aggieland. Carpooling is a cost-effective Look at airlines However, when you are hours option, as well as traveling home Think about looking into air- away from your hometown, trav- with a friend. lines like Delta or Southwest LETTERS TO THE eling home becomes a major part For most students, Aggieland because they have programs— of your plans. is not an hour or two hour drive designed to encourage airline EDITOR Questions you must ask your- away. customers enrolled in the pro- self are: What day will I be leav- Make sure you pack a variety gram—where you can accumu- ing? What day will I return to of clothes because the weather in late points, miles, kilometers, or can be sent to campus? How should I travel Greensboro may be different from other segments, which may then back home – by train, plane, or the weather in California, Florida, be redeemed for air travel or car? DMV, etc. other rewards. theatregister@ Well, this article will provide Also, make sure you know you with some insight on how what you’re leaving in your dorms Find a travel buddy to plan to get home when dorms and what you are taking with you Is your home state represent- gmail.com close and all your friends have al- because forgetting laptops, char- ed on campus? We have Metro ready left. gers, clothes and other necessi- Aggies, West Coast Aggies, and Remember: planning ahead of ties can cost you a lot when you Georgia Aggies. Or you can drop time can save you an abundance have to pay to get it shipped back If you planned on joining one of money. to you. of these clubs, then you can get If Fall semester ends Decem- Remember Aggies: plan ear- access to how your fellow Aggies them off in GCB ber 1st, then make purchasing ly, pack a variety clothes, and travel home who originate from your ticket home the first thing to then traveling home should be a the state as you. do. breeze. room A328G Choose the least expensive 1612 EAST MARKET STREET STE C GREENSBORO, NC 27401 336-617-0316 ORDER ONLINE @ greensboro.textbookbrokers.com WE ACCEPT FINANCIAL AID!! GUARANTEED LOWEST TEXTBOOK PRICES IN TOWN * BOOK VOUCHERS NOT ACCEPTED 6 ◆ Aggie 101 v 8.0 (noun). TheYard is where campus news is printed. Its contents include current campus news and events. theYard It covers pages 1 though 3 of the weekly newspaper. KNOW YOUR ABCs Campus organizations offer opportunities for leadership and a way to be heard NAOMI NANCE university and have their hands College/Departmental/Academic Contributor tied firmly in the many outlets on Organizations interested in a particular academic area se- campus. 1. lected from the many campus departmental and college North Carolina Agricultural areas. and Technical State University SUAB has many student-led organiza- The Student University Activi- tions on campus. SGA, SUAB ties Board is designed to ensure Ethnic/Multicultural/International and RHA are popular campus- that activities and academics have Organizations that focus on ethnic, cultural, and other di- based student organizations. Oth- a direct correlation. 2. versity issues. ers are listed, too. Through a number of commit- tees, SUAB ensures that students SGA receive cultural, social and recre- Fraternities and Sororities Student Government Associa- ational activities. These groups are based upon the mutual support of the tion (SGA) is an organization of Most recreational events are 3. members to provide expanded opportunities in leadership developed student leaders. They hosted by SUAB, including block and personal development. are the voice of the student body parties and gym jams. in regards to social and academic Elected representatives work affairs on campus.