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NSU Student Wins Esports Championship

NSU Student Win Esports Championship 

Norfolk State graduate student Eric Minor won the RallyCry National Championship for EA Sports College Football 2025, sponsored by Tyson Foods. Each finalist was a student of Historically Black Colleges and Universities.

Read more about his experience here.


Two NSU Students Give Presentation at an International Conference

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Pictured Left to Right: Kayla Fontenot and Laila Bazemore 

Two NSU students were featured at the World Piano Conference in November 2024. Laila Bazemore, a sophomore Music Media major with a Piano Concentration, and Kayla Fontenot, a junior Music Education major with a Piano Concentration, gave an online poster presentation titled POV: A Look Inside African Music and its Transition to America. This opportunity was made possible with the support of the Undergraduate Research Mentorship Program.  Dr. Susan Ha, Associate Professor of Music/Piano, mentors both students.


757 Regional Internship Workshop

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In January, NSU Career Services co-hosted over 20 Hampton Roads businesses at the Virginia Beach Higher Education Center. This collaboration between NSU, ODU, and TCC allowed businesses to learn how to create paid internship opportunities. This supports the 757 V-TOP Collaboration Grant to provide internships for higher education students.


Philanthropy Tips – How Does My Gift Help?

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$5,000: Covers one semester of tuition and fees for an in-state graduate student.

$500: Supports our Emergency Relief Fund: Assists with unexpected expenses or emergencies that students may face, helping them stay focused on their studies.

$250: Helps with fees for student activities or organizations, enhancing their college experience and extracurricular involvement.


 

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Norfolk State University has been transforming lives for generations. Your generosity is essential so that we can continue to fulfill this vital mission.

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