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Apr 14, 2026

Podcast: All-In Alumni, With Lyndenise Berdecía Rivera

On the Season 5 finale of the NC State Philanthropy Podcast, we’re joined by Lyndenise Berdecia Rivera, chair of NC State Alumni’s board of directors, to talk about her experiences with the university and why she chooses to give back.

Apr 13, 2026

Letter to My Younger Self

What would you tell your younger self if given the chance? Alumni Engagement and Annual Giving posed this question to several Caldwell Fellows alums to learn what they wish they had known at graduation and what they understand more clearly now.

Apr 13, 2026

Poole College Recognizes Recent Faculty and Staff Accomplishments

Each month, the Poole College of Management showcases the achievements, service and impact — within Poole College and beyond — of its faculty and staff. Distinguished professors Mehmet Caner and Rob Handfield were among the latest group to be recognized.

Apr 13, 2026

The Quint and Robin Barefoot Distinguished Professorship in Chemical Engineering Established

Quint ’85 and Robin Barefoot have generously established the Quint and Robin Barefoot Distinguished Professorship in Chemical Engineering. Their decision to give back is shaped by a deep-rooted belief in the transformative power of education and mentorship.
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Apr 13, 2026

Shelton Spotlight: Betsy Aranda-Garnica

Betsy Aranda-Garnica is a third-year member of the Chancellor’s Leadership Development Program and serves on its advisory board. Learn more about Aranda-Garnica’s experiences with the program and how she leads with her values.
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Apr 13, 2026

Why Gifts Matter: Providing Extraordinary Opportunities for Future Teachers

For many undergraduate students in the College of Education, financial pressure can make it much harder to focus on school and prepare to lead a classroom. The Extraordinary Opportunity Scholarship Initiative is designed to reduce barriers for students across NC State, including those in the College of Education.

Apr 13, 2026

NC State University Libraries Hosts 2026 Donors and Scholars Event

On March 5, NC State University Libraries scholarship awardees and donors gathered in Hunt Library’s Duke Energy Hall for the fourth annual Donors and Scholars reception. The event spotlighted how private support is helping the Libraries’ student employees overcome financial hurdles as they pursue their degrees.

Apr 13, 2026

Thomas Jefferson Scholars: Discovering the Value of Interdisciplinary Study

Grant Johnson, a senior in NC State’s Thomas Jefferson Scholars program, is exploring academics beyond one field as a biological engineering and philosophy double-major. The joint program between the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences and the College of Humanities and Social Sciences offers interdisciplinary education for an annual cohort of high-performing students, ensuring their success through faculty mentoring and intentional peer networking.
NC State Chancellor Kevin Howell (left) and Ryan McCurdy, senior vice president and president of Lenovo North America, holding up the wolfie hand sign.

Apr 2, 2026

Lenovo Investment Advances NC State’s Esports Program, Recognized With Arena and Gaming Lab Naming

The contribution supports NC State’s and Lenovo’s shared focus on innovation, research and student development while strengthening esports at the university.
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Apr 1, 2026

Eighth Day of Giving Makes Its Mark

The eighth NC State Day of Giving was a success, thanks to the strength of the Wolfpack.