DURHAM, N.C. (WTVD) -- Freshman students started moving onto North Carolina Central University's campus Thursday for the start of a new school year, and the rest of the student body will be bringing items through the weekend.

Monday is the first day of classes.

Jaiel Curry is a 17-year-old freshman majoring in political science and hoping one day to become a lawyer.

She's among the thousands of students attending NCCU this year.

"It's really exciting to be here. I feel very honored. I worked extremely hard throughout my years of elementary school, middle school, and high school," said Curry.

Chancellor Dr. Karrie Dixon said enrollment is the highest to date. Online learning is up 22%.

NC Central launched its five-year strategic plan last month, which will focus on enrollment growth,

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