Helping the Best Become Even Better

NC State graduate students in their graduation gowns throwing their caps into the air and jumping in front of the Memorial Belltower at Henry Square.

Jun 16, 2025

Helping the Best Become Even Better

The Wilkinson Graduate Fellowship, created by an alumnus’ generosity, has been benefiting NC State students in any field of study since 2016.

Chancellor Randy Woodson, center, presents Kristin and Brian Holder with their Pullen Society membership certificate. Photos by Becky Kirkland.

May 1, 2025

Record Attendance for an Extraordinary Event

The 2025 Pullen Society induction was the group’s highest-attended ceremony to date, with 300 members of the Wolfpack coming together to welcome this year’s cohort of planned gift-makers.

Apr 29, 2025

Podcast: Exploring NC State’s High-Impact Experiences, With Holly Hurlburt

On our Season 4 finale, we’re joined by Holly Hurlburt, associate dean of the University College’s Academic Enrichment Programs, to learn more about the high-impact experiences available to NC State students.

Ron and Dale Terry, center, with several students in the College of Natural Resources and then-Dean Mary Watzin.

Mar 25, 2025

One Day’s Giving Leads to Years of New Learning Experiences for NC State Students

Day of Giving 2025 marks the perfect occasion for Ron and Dale Terry to make a major gift that will benefit students in the College of Natural Resources far into the future.

NC State Philanthropy Podcast infographic over a photo of Hunt Library

Mar 11, 2025

Podcast: Powering the NC State University Libraries, With David Tully

On this episode of the NC State Philanthropy Podcast, we’re joined by David Tully, Principal Librarian for Student Affordability at the NC State University Libraries, to talk about how private support furthers its efforts.

Feb 10, 2025

Podcast: Lifelong Learning at NC State, With Eliza Kiser

On this episode, we’re joined by Eliza Kiser, director of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at NC State, to talk about its important work with the Wolfpack community.

Feb 4, 2025

Grant Funding Enables NC State to Reach More Rural Communities

The NC State University Foundation’s annual grant program is powering the Wolfpack to extraordinary new heights this fiscal year, especially when it comes to the university’s impact on North Carolinians beyond urban areas.

Jan 7, 2025

Podcast: NC State University Foundation, With Bentina Terry

On this episode of the NC State Philanthropy Podcast, we’re joined by Bentina Terry, chair of the NC State University Foundation’s Board of Directors, to discuss the foundation and its invaluable work.

Nov 19, 2024

Podcast: Winning the Pantry Bowl, With Stevie Kimmet

On this episode of the NC State Philanthropy Podcast, we’re joined by Stevie Kimmet, director of NC State’s Pack Essentials program, to discuss how donors provide for our Pack members in need — especially through a fun competition held with UNC-Chapel Hill each year.

Nov 5, 2024

Podcast: Supporting Slocum Camp, With Sam Cook

On this episode of the NC State Philanthropy Podcast, we’re joined by Sam Cook, the executive director of forest assets for the College of Natural Resources, to discuss how philanthropy helps make these special areas possible.

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