DURHAM, N.C. (WTVD) — North Carolina Central University marked the opening of the Peggy Ward Financial Education Center on Tuesday.
ABC11 was on campus for the ribbon-cutting for the new hub.
The center was made possible through the philanthropy of alumna Peggy M. Ward, who graduated from the university in 1974.
On Tuesday, Chancellor Dr. Karrie Dixon thanked Ward for her generosity and support.
“And because of you, our students will gain knowledge that not only changes their lives but also strengthens families and communities across North Carolina, across the country and globally.”
The Peggy Ward Financial Education Center is designed to expand access to real-world financial education for NCCU students and the Durham community, as the university works to close the wealth gap through education, opportunity and empowerment.
Ward’s service at the university includes roles as chair of the board of trustees and president of the NCCU National Alumni Association Inc.
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