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About
Convene. Create. Catalyze.
The Belk Center serves North Carolina’s community colleges by convening leaders, creating tools, and catalyzing social and economic mobility for learners – building stronger, more resilient communities.
Our Mission
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Our Vision
We’re working to build a North Carolina where all 58 community colleges are connected, supported, and equipped in their charge to drive statewide prosperity and equity.
We work with colleges, educators, and policymakers to advance equitable student outcomes within individual institutions and at the state level.
Our history.
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