Alumni

Startup founders on stage at Demo Day, giving their five-minute pitch to the audience of 175 innovators, investors and NC State students.

Oct 28, 2024

Startups Pitch Plans at Andrews Launch Accelerator Demo Day

Trainees from NC State’s Entrepreneurship Clinic, housed in the Poole College of Management, had a chance to pitch their startups to a crowd of students, investors and innovators recently during the 2024 Andrews Launch Accelerator Demo Day. Alumnus Chip Andrews and his wife, Lyn, started the accelerator program with a $1 million donation to the university in 2019.

BAS presidents and a board member at Evening of the Stars.

Oct 21, 2024

The Black Alumni Society Celebrates 45 Years

The Black Alumni Society (BAS) celebrates its 45th anniversary this year. The NC State Alumni Association sat down with BAS President Gina Avent for a Q&A to learn more about the organization and how others can get involved.

Magazine illustration by Gwen Keraval of NC State's campus

Oct 15, 2024

Time Well Spent

From campus improvements to a historic campaign, Chancellor Randy Woodson’s tenure has been marked by success at every level.

Four women in graduation gowns throwing their caps in front of Talley Student Union.

Oct 7, 2024

Day of Giving: One Day, Year-Round Impact

It’s been six months since NC State Day of Giving 2024. Learn more about how we came together for 24 hours to make a difference all year long.

Oct 1, 2024

Find What You’re Called to Do

2024 CALS Distinguished Alumni Award winner Dallas Barnes reflects on 50 years in the ag and food industry.

Former NC State University Foundation Board Chair Trent Ragland (left) and Chancellor Randy Woodson (right) with Jim and Kathrine Owens at the 2017 Menscer Cup celebration.

Sep 3, 2024

James and Kathrine Owens Celebrate Transformation With New Gift

A $2 million commitment from former Board of Trustees chair Dr. James Owens and his wife, Kathrine, to the Celebrating Transformation Initiative will benefit three areas at NC State.

The Memorial Belltower behind red leaves

Aug 27, 2024

Proud Alumna Becomes New Foundation Chair

Bentina Terry ’92 has remained engaged with NC State since her graduation from the College of Humanities and Social Sciences — and now she’s taking on a new challenge. Meet the newest chair of the NC State Foundation Board and learn about her favorite parts of the Pack.

Grant Johnston (far right) with fellow swimming alumni at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Left to right: Sid Cassidy, former professional marathon swimmer and current chairperson of the FINA Open Water Swimming Technical Committee; David Fox, 1996 Gold Medalist in the 4x100 Freestyle Relay; Dan Harrigan, 1976 Bronze Medalist 200-meter Backstroke; and Cullen Jones, 2008 Gold Medalist 4x100 meter Freestyle Relay, 2012 Gold Medalist 4x100 meter Medley Relay and double Silver Medalist 50 Freestyle, 4x100 Free Relay.

Aug 27, 2024

Wolfpack Alumni Make a Splash at the Paris Olympics

NC State donor and volunteer Grant Johnston ’95, ’03 MA recently reconnected with fellow Wolfpack swimming and diving team alumni at the 2024 Paris Olympics.

CHASS Dean Deanna Dannels stands with 2023 Distinguished Alumnus Rick Speers at NC State's Evening of Stars Gala.

Nov 21, 2023

Rick Speers Named 2023 Distinguished Alumnus

U.S. Army veteran, business executive, donor, advocate and dedicated member of the Wolfpack. Now, Rick Speers can add the College of Humanities and Social Sciences’ 2023 Distinguished Alumnus to his long list of accomplishments.

Frank Buckless and Doug Doggett at the Evening of Stars gala

Nov 13, 2023

Doug Doggett ’83 Receives Poole College’s Distinguished Alumni Award

In recognition of his career success and outstanding support of Poole College and NC State, the lifelong entrepreneur and family business owner was honored with the prestigious award.