1. (NCCU sign outside of admin circle) Welcome to North Carolina Central University.
Established in 1910 by Dr. James E. Shepard, the university is located in historic Durham,
North Carolina.
2. The statue of James E. Shepard was unveiled in 1957.
3. On the National Registry of Historic Places, William Jones Building (1937) was named in
honor of Dr. Jones’ service as chair of the Interim Committee appointed to lead North
Carolina College at Durham following the resignation of Dr. Samuel P. Massie, Jr. in 1966.
4. Listed on the National Registry of Historic Places, the Clyde R. Hoey Administration Building
(1929) was the first brick building constructed on campus and named for a North Carolina
governor, Clyde Roark Hoey (1937–1941).
5. The Catherine Ruth Edwards Music Building (1976) was named in her honor for her service
as a long-time teacher and organizer of the Department of Music.
6. The Fine Arts Building (1950) is not yet named. It was renovated in 1976.
7. On the National Registry of Historic Places, B.N. Duke Auditorium (1937) was named in
Benjamin Newton Duke’s honor, “In recognition of his support and financial contributions to
the College for many years during its early development.”
8. William E. Farrison – Pauline F. Newton Communications Building (1976) was named in
honor of these two outstanding English faculty members. It is home to the award-winning
student newspaper, the Campus Echo, the Department of Theatre, and WNCU 90.7 FM
radio station.
9. The Benjamin S. Ruffin Residence Hall (2005), a co-ed dormitory named in honor of the
NCCU alumnus and former president of the UNC Board of Governors, houses 354
upperclassmen residents on west campus.
10. Mary M. Townes Science Building (2005) was named in her honor for her million-dollar gift
but also for her service as chair of the Department of Biology, as dean of Graduate Students
and as dean of the College of Arts and Sciences.
11. The Biomanufacturing Research Institute and Technology Enterprise (BRITE) building (2008)
is an addition the Mary M. Townes Science Building with wet and dry labs, classrooms, and
the high technology infrastructure necessary to support a state-of-the-art biomanufacturing
center.
12. Eagle Landing (2004), a co-ed residence hall, includes 408 suite-style rooms and a private
courtyard.
13. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Shepard House (1925) was
constructed with funds from Durham residents and presented to Dr. Shepard. Purchased by
the state in 1949, it served as the Presidents’/Chancellor’s home until 1974.
14. On the National Registry of Historic Places, William H. Robinson Science Building (1937) was
named in his honor for his service as a long-time teacher and Chair of the Department of
Physics (1937-1962).
15. Located at 2010 Fayetteville Street, the Police and Public Safety Building was originally a fire
station donated to the campus by the City of Durham. In 2004, it was completely gutted
and renovated to bring it up to code requirements for an administrative facility.
16. On the National Registry of Historic Places, James S. Lee Biology Building (1956) was named
in his honor for his service as a long-time teacher and chair of the Department of Biology
(1938-1963).
17. James M. Hubbard – Ezra Totten Chemistry Building (1969) was named in honor of alumnus
Dr. James Madison Hubbard for his service founder of the National Alumni Association and
member of the Board of Trustees (1948-1969). In 1998, Ezra Totten’s name was added to
the building for his long-time service as a professor of chemistry and chair of the Chemistry
Department.
18. In the early days of this university, the Shepard Bell rang out to announce class dismissals,
meal times, and game victories.
19. Helen Gray Edmonds Classroom Building (1950) was named in her honor for her service as a
long-time teacher and chair of the Department of History and Social Sciences, and dean of
the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences.
20. On the National Registry of Historic Places, Angus W. McLean Residence Hall (1937) was
named in the former Governor’s (1925-1929) honor, “In recognition of his support and
contributions to North Carolina College For Negroes.”
21. The Alumni House (1928) is located at 2223 Fayetteville Street and serves as a
communications hub and drop-in center for alumni.
22. Alfonso Elder Student Union (1968) was named in his honor for his service as mathematics
teacher, dean of the Undergraduate School, chair of the Advanced Education Department,
and second president of North Carolina College at Durham (1948-1963). He retired in 1963
as president emeritus.
23. Bascom Baynes Residence Hall (1966) was named in honor of his service as a member
(1948-1957) and chair (1957-1970) of the Board of Trustees.
24. Frances M. Eagleson Residence Hall (1968) was named in her honor for her service as a
devoted teacher, dietitian, advisor, hostess, registrar and student confidant (1921-1963).
25. Miller–Morgan Health Sciences Building (1982) was named for Helen S. Miller, chair of the
Nursing Department, and Lucy S. Morgan, first chair of Public Health Education.
26. The Julius L. Chambers Biomedical/Biotechnology Research Institute (1999) is named for the
famed civil rights attorney and former chancellor and home to the biomedical research
program that addresses the health research and training needs of underserved minority
groups.
27. The Martha Street Apartments (2004) provides housing for graduate, law and nontraditional students.
28. The H.M. Michaux, Jr. School of Education (2000) was named in his honor for his long
service in the State House of Representatives and long support of North Carolina Central
University, where he received both his bachelor’s and juris doctorate degrees.
29. Albert L. Turner Law School Building (1980) was built in honor of his service as teacher of
law, dean of the Undergraduate School of Arts and Sciences, dean of the School of Law, and
member of the first Interim Committee.
30. Albert N. Whiting Criminal Justice Building (1984) was named in honor of his service as
president and then chancellor of North Carolina Central University (1966-1983).
31. The LeRoy T. Walker Physical Education and Recreation Complex (1983) is named for Dr.
Walker to honor his service as the former Chancellor, Olympic track coach and president of
the U.S. Olympic Committee during the Atlanta Games.
32. Howard J. Chidley Residence Hall (1951) was named in his honor of his financial support and
for his service as a member and chair (1919-1921) of the Board of Trustees of the National
Training School, Inc.
33. Tyronza R. Richmond Residence Hall (1999) was named in his honor for his nine years of
service as NCCU’s dean of the School of Business, and as chancellor from 1986 to 1992.
Formerly titled New Residence Hall I, New Residence Hall II was built at the same time and
is as yet unnamed.
34. The Cadd G. O’Kelly/Herman H. Riddick Stadium was named in honor of two university
administrators. O’Kelly was a faculty member, dean of men, and one of the organizers of
the North Carolina Athletic Association. Riddick was a biology instructor, head football
coach, and the university’s first alumnus to head the athletic department.
35. The George Street Apartments (1956) houses 26 upperclassmen.
36. Carroll T. Willis Commerce Building (1956) was named in his honor for his service as a longtime teacher and chair of the Department of Commerce (1920-1955). The building was
renovated in 1980.
37. James E. Shepard Memorial Library (1950) was named in honor of the founder and first
president (1909 – 1947). The annex was added in 1976. The building was renovated in
1988 and again in 2005.
38. The Student Affairs Building was originally the Women’s Gymnasium and Swimming Pool
(1940). Renovations in 1978 and 1998 transformed it to its current service as an office
building.
39. The Diane Savage Dent Human Sciences Building, formerly known as the Dent Home
Economics Building, was named in her honor for her contributions as an economist,
professor, first chairperson of the Department of Home Economics (1938-1960), and cosponsor and charter member of the North Carolina Association of Home Economists.
40. James T. Taylor Education Building (1955) was named in honor of James T. Taylor who was
an alumnus, long-time teacher, athletic director, and dean of men (1926-1943). He also
served as an organizer of the James E. Shepard Memorial Foundation.
41. Richard L. McDougald – John B. McLendon Gymnasium (1950) was originally named the
John B. McLendon Gymnasium in honor of this alumnus, banker, civic leader, financial
contributor and devoted supporter of the university. The building was renamed to honor
contributions and service of Coach John B. McLendon as a teacher, chair of the Department
of Physical Education and basketball coach.
42. McDougald House, 617 Lawson Street, was purchased in order to house the Office of
Undergraduate Admissions.
43. The Health Building was built in 1950.
44. William G. Pearson Cafeteria (2009) was named in his honor for his service as one of the six
incorporators of the National Religious Training School and Chautauqua for the Colored
Race, Inc., in 1909. He later served as one of the three incorporators of the reorganized
National Training School, Inc. in 1916. A staunch and dedicated supporter of the university
from its founding until his death Professor Pearson was also a close friend of the founder
and first president, James E. Shepard.
45. The Harold W. Alexander/Wayne M. Dunn Building (1930) is named in their honor, “In
recognition of their services and contributions to the University and more specifically to the
Academic Skills Program.” On the National Registry of Historic Places, it houses Academic
Support, Academic Services and the Academic Service Learning Programs.
46. Completely renovated in 2005, the Annie Day Shepard Residence Hall houses 154 students
in suite-style accommodations.
47. On the National Registry of Historic Places, Ruth G. Rush Residence Hall (1937) was named
in her honor for her service as dean of women, teacher, and director of student teaching,
from 1926-1948. It houses 83 students.