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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.
Adam Elhammoumi (right) and Jesseeca “Jess” Nguyen (left) stand in front of the Tsutenkaku Tower, a prominent landmark in the Shinsekai district of Osaka, Japan. Photo provided.

Jun 16, 2025

Alumni Donors Help Paper Science Students See the World

Adam Elhammoumi and Jesseeca “Jess” Nguyen, both 2015 alumni of the College of Natural Resources, have established an endowment to expand access to study-abroad opportunities for students in the college’s paper science and engineering program.
John Thomas “JT” Chappell in front of a water fountain.

May 20, 2025

5 Questions With Hodges Wood Products Lab Business Manager JT Chappell

John Thomas “JT” Chappell graduated from NC State in May 2024 with a bachelor’s degree in sustainable materials and technology and minors in renewable energy assessment and environmental sciences. During his time at NC State, Chappell also served as a laboratory technician and was a recipient of the Jerry H. Fox Scholarship, the James B. and Mildred B. Wilkinson Endowed Scholarship and the Alfred. J. Stamm Memorial Scholarship.
Two people holding microphones.

May 20, 2025

2025 Andrews Launch Accelerator Cohort Announced

The NC State Entrepreneurship Clinic is gearing up to support seven teams this summer through its NC State Acceleration Fund, the product of a $1 million donation from Lyn and Chip Andrews. Through the fund and sponsorships, the clinic allocates equity-free capital to startups that complete the Andrews Launch Accelerator program.
Members of the Albright Entrepreneurs Village stand in front of the Jennette’s Pier sign on North Carolina’s Outer Banks.

May 20, 2025

Students Dive Into Innovation and Entrepreneurship in the Outer Banks

The Albright Entrepreneurs Village traveled to the Outer Banks this spring to explore history, science, entrepreneurship and how they make this coastal economy thrive. The village is made possible through the generous support of NC State alumnus Andy Albright ’86.
The Wilson family, Dean Hinks and the Wufs pose outside at the college

May 7, 2025

Wilson Family Builds on Legacy to Celebrate Textiles’ — and NC State’s — Future

With a new $10 million commitment, the Wilson family deepens their support for the Wilson College of Textiles and NC State Athletics while celebrating the university’s future under the leadership of Chancellor Kevin Howell.
Members of the NC State Innovation and Entrepreneurship pose for a photo during their 2025 spring break trip to Silicon Valley

Apr 29, 2025

An Entrepreneurial Exploration of Silicon Valley

Every spring, NC State Innovation and Entrepreneurship takes a group of students to experience the bustling hub of innovation in Silicon Valley. This year, students toured 10 businesses, often hosted by Wolfpack alumni — some of whom took this same trip when they were students.
Wolf Plaza

Apr 22, 2025

Caldwell Fellows Alumni Practice Servant Leadership at NC State

NC State boasts a remarkable connection to the Caldwell Fellows program, with 18 of its faculty and staff members being former Fellows. These individuals exemplify servant leadership in their work, carrying forward the principles they learned during their time in the program.
Burlington Distinguished Professor Roger Barker (right), founder and director of the newly named Milliken Textile Protection and Comfort Center, works with John Morton-Aslanis, research scholar and thermal lab manager, to conduct a test using PyroMan™, a life-size manikin designed to evaluate the performance of thermal protective clothing.

Apr 15, 2025

Milliken Naming Investment Fuels NC State Research in the Textile Protection and Comfort Center

A $1.5 million investment from the Milliken & Company Charitable Foundation will accelerate protective and comfort research and create critical graduate fellowships in the newly named Milliken Textile Protection and Comfort Center.
Albright Entrepreneurs Village

Apr 1, 2025

Life at the Albright Entrepreneurs Village

The Albright Entrepreneurs Village, located on Centennial Campus, was made possible by the generosity of NC State alumnus Andy Albright. Open to sophomores and above, this dynamic living and learning community offers a unique environment where students can engage with entrepreneurship on and off campus.