Return to NCSSM-Durham DELAYED until Friday
Unfortunately, we must delay NCSSM-Durham students’ return to campus until Friday due to water damage on campus from a burst pipe. If you plan on returning to campus after Friday, please submit an Orah pass with your specific return date/time and travel arrangements. If you are returning on Friday, you do not need to submit an Orah pass. CCs will be confirming pass details with guardians this week.
Asia Fest
The Asian Student Association (ASA) is excited to announce NCSSM’s second cultural fest of the year, Asia Fest! Get ready for a night filled with beautiful cultural performances, empowered voices, and spirited students exploring the cultures of Asia! We’ll be revealing a special theme (coming very soon) while celebrating traditional Asian cultures and uplifting contemporary AAPI voices along the way.
Mark your calendars!
Date: Saturday, February 21st, 2026
Time: 7:30 PM
Location: ETC Auditorium
Everyone is welcome to watch Asia Fest! Because seating is limited, tickets will be required for physical seating, so be sure to watch for ticketing info coming soon. Tickets are of no cost! If you are not able to make it to the performance, a livestream will be provided.
We can’t wait to celebrate with you all at Asia Fest!
Senior Leadership Campus Service
The Senior Leadership Campus Service (SLCS) selection process is underway! Over twenty different assignments participate in this process which should help juniors find a senior campus service assignment they’re excited about. An overview of the process and the various positions can be found on the site. Please note that the SLCS process does not account for every senior campus service assignment. There are many opportunities for leadership in campus service to consider. Juniors should reach out to any employees that they may be interested in working with next year.
Residence Halls Closing & Opening
Just a quick reminder that the Residence Halls will be closing on Thursday, February 26th at 5:00pm.
Halls will reopen on Sunday, March 1st at noon.
Students will submit an Overnight pass on Orah before, or during, our hall meeting right before the Extended Weekend. On this Orah pass, they indicate where they are going for the break, who they are traveling with, and how they are getting to their destination. If students have specific questions about checkout procedures for the Extended Weekend, they can reach out to me via g-chat!
January Term
January Term (J-Term) is a special session during which NCSSM provides significant opportunities for students to engage in unique educational experiences. These experiences include both regular coursework, offered in a different format, and unique learning opportunities beyond the standard curriculum, both in and out of the traditional classroom context. J-Term aims to engage students in a rigorous exploration of a subject area of great interest in a way that contributes to their academic and personal growth and serves them well in their future academic aspirations. J-Term also provides an opportunity for students to interact with their peers from our Morganton campus; some Morganton students will be visiting Durham for their classes, and vice-versa. J-Term travel courses also include students from both campuses.
MLK Jr. Day of Service
On Monday, January 19th, NCSSM will celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s life and legacy by having a day dedicated to community service, education, and unity. The day is considered part of the academic calendar and the expectation is that students participate fully in the day’s activities and events.
Residence Halls Closing & Opening
Just a quick reminder that the Residence Halls will be closing on Thursday, January 29th at 5:00pm.
Halls will reopen on Sunday, February 1st at noon.
Students will submit an Overnight pass on Orah before or during our hall meeting right before the Extended Weekend. On this Orah pass, they indicate where they are going for the break, who they are traveling with, and how they are getting to their destination. If students have specific questions about checkout procedures for the Extended Weekend, they can reach out to me via g-chat!