November 2018

Nov 9, 2018

Aid for Aging Pets

Dr. Kady Gjessing is dedicated to treating aging pets with dignity. The 1994 graduate of the College of Veterinary Medicine -- and a generous donor who established the endowed Dr. Kady M. Gjessing and Rahna M. Davidson Distinguished Chair in Gerontology at CVM -- was among 17 NC State alumni honored with College Distinguished Alumni Awards at the annual Evening of the Stars Gala on Nov. 1. 

Nov 9, 2018

PCOM Alumnus Keeley Honored at Evening of Stars Gala

Chuck Keeley '85 was honored during Red and White Week as Poole College of Management's Distinguished Alumni Award recipient. Keely shares his expertise during the college's annual Leadership and Innovation Showcase, and he and his family recently established an endowment in the college that will support need-based scholarships in memory of his father, NC State alumnus Charles Allen Styer Keeley ’53. 

Nov 9, 2018

‘Design Family’ Helps Student in Need

Support from a special College of Design Student Giving Day fund and the College of Design General Scholarship is helping Rachel Haas work toward her master’s degree in architecture. 

Nov 9, 2018

After Highway Fall, an Extraordinary Recovery

When Pamela Johnson's horse Colby suffered a fall last spring, care from the team at the College of Veterinary Medicine ensured his full recovery. Johnson has expressed her gratitude in several ways, including donations supporting Lauren Schnabel’s research, the equine orthopedic service and the Gallop of Honor program. 

Nov 9, 2018

Hathaway Joins Poole College Development, External Relations Team

Anne Clark Hathaway has joined the NC State Poole College Office of Development and External Relations team as associate director of development. She comes to NC State from the North Carolina School for Science and Mathematics, and as a member of Poole's development team, she is focusing on annual giving, signature events and alumni relations. 

Nov 9, 2018

Bringing Innovative Education Opportunities to Rural Students

Park Scholar Ashley Lawson, who was recently honored for her selection as a 2018 Truman Scholarship recipient, is committed to empowering and creating educational opportunities for rural students. She credits NC State faculty and staff with helping her develop as an advocate for education. 

Nov 9, 2018

Assistant Dean for Development Leaving College of Engineering

Ben Hughes, a former executive director of the NC State Engineering Foundation and current senior development adviser, and Lora Bremer, executive director of major gifts and Campaign planning for the foundation, will serve as co-interim directors as the college searches for Brian Campbell’s successor. 

Nov 2, 2018

Wilson College of Textiles Honors an Extraordinary Gift and an Extraordinary History

An extraordinary gift from Fred Wilson Jr. (’61), of High Point, and the Wilson family celebrates three generations of Textiles alumni and makes Wilson College of Textiles the second named college at NC State. 

Nov 2, 2018

Extraordinary Leadership in Action: Wilson College of Textiles

The Wilson family boasts three generations of Textiles alumni. Their High Point-based company, Piedmont Chemical Industries, was founded in 1938 by the late Frederick Eugene Wilson Sr., to support the local textile industry, and it has continued to grow and evolve. With their transformative gift, the Wilson family establishes the Wilson College of Textiles and a lays a strong foundation for the industry’s future in North Carolina and beyond. 

Nov 2, 2018

Support of Fitts-Woolard Hall Provides Unique Opportunities for Students

Meet Tom and Mimi Cunningham, and Joe and Vicki Pleasant -- some of the donors whose support of the College of Engineering's new Fitts-Woolard Hall will make a difference for years to come.