Johnson C. Smith University

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1,093
Students

#1 Private
HBCU

in North Carolina

15 NCAA
Division II

teams

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Fast
Facts

1,093
Students

#1 Private
HBCU

in North Carolina

15 NCAA
Division II

teams

See All Quick Facts

Fast
Facts

1,093
Students

#1 Private
HBCU

in North Carolina

15 NCAA
Division II

teams

See All Quick Facts

Golden Bull Palooza

Roll Bouncin’ with the Golden Bulls

Let us be your new home! Slide your way on over to Johnson C. Smith University’s Golden Bull Palooza: Roll Bouncin’ with the Golden Bulls on Saturday, June 3 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Check-in will begin at 9 a.m. Come and experience:

• On-site admissions

• Scholarship awards

• Representatives from Financial Aid, Residence Life, Athletics, etc.

• Roller-skating (provided by Rollin’ CLT)

• Food, prizes, and more!

JCSU positions its students to grow here so they can glow anywhere! Are you ready to become a Golden Bull? Register Today!

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Financial Aid Basics: A virtual Workshop for Parents and Families

Please join us for our upcoming virtual parent financial aid workshops during the month of June. These sessions are designed to share important information with parents about the federal student aid process. Our JCSU Financial Aid and Admissions Counselors will cover information regarding:

• Completing the FASFA application

• Financial Aid Verification Process

• Scholarship opportunities available for students with a 2.49 GPA and higher!

Counselors will also be available to answer your general admissions and financial aid questions.

Sessions Dates:

June 7 – 6 p.m.

June 14 – 6 p.m.

June 21 – 6 p.m.

June 28 – 6 p.m.

Register online For more information

Commencement 2023

Information for students, faculty, staff, friends and family regarding this year's Baccalaureate and Commencement Ceremonies.

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Dr. Ruth Greene Leaves a Legacy Following Tenure at JCSU

May 30, 2023

When Dr. Ruth Greene began her journey at Johnson C. Smith University in 1979, she had no idea the legacies she would light along the way.

Now officially named one of the few professors emerita in the University’s history following her May 2023 retirement after 44 years of service as a professor, grantsman, researcher and mentor, Greene looks back on her time at JCSU fondly.

JCSU Wins FBI Director’s Award, Attends Ceremony in Washington, D.C.

May 25, 2023

Johnson C. Smith University’s newest mentor initiative, the Becoming Kings program, earned the institution the 2022 FBI Director’s Community Leadership Award (DCLA).

Only one organization, institution or individual from each state receives the award each year, which speaks to the selectivity and prestige of this award. The award was presented in early May at a special ceremony in Washington, D.C.

Johnson C. Smith University Presents 200 Degrees at Commencement

May 22, 2023

Two-hundred students, 20 of whom earned their Master of Social Work degrees, crossed the stage at Bojangles Coliseum on Sunday, May 21, 2023, to receive their degrees from Johnson C. Smith University.

The keynote speaker was Grammy®-Award-winning multiplatinum singer, songwriter, producer, author and actor Anthony C. Hamilton, who delivered an empowering speech to graduates urging them to answer those who ask “what are you doing here,” with “I am here to give you the best of me.”

JCSU Celebrates Graduates During 150th Baccalaureate Service

May 19, 2023

Graduates and their families joined JCSU faculty and staff the evening of Friday, May 19, 2023, in the Jane M. Memorial Church for the University’s sesquicentennial Baccalaureate Service featuring a sermon from the Rev. Dr. L. Bernard Jakes.

The Baccalaureate Service, an annual tradition within the Christian faith, is a religious send-off to graduates who are transitioning from the life of a student to that of a professional. Jakes’ powerful sermon focused on preserving the history of African- and Black Americans.

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Presidential search

The Board of Trustees of Johnson C. Smith University announce of the search for the 15th President of the university. Steven L. Boyd, Chair, Board of Trustees, will serve as chair of the presidential search committee.

The search committee invites the entire JCSU community to provide feedback for the search process.

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Golden Academics

President Clarence D. Armbrister with 2022-2023 Valedictorian Taylor Proffett-Brooks and Salutatorian Brandi Barron

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Brilliance

At JCSU, you're presented with golden opportunities inside and outside of the classroom to flaunt your brains and brilliant perspective.

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A Vibrant
Culture

Life at JCSU today has its roots in a rich history dating back to the founding of the university in 1867. Our community is a family that celebrates the diversity on our campus and comes together to learn more about one another at every turn.