Caldwell Fellows

Chancellor Randy Woodson waves to the crowd at his installation ceremony in 2010.

Jul 22, 2024

Woodson’s Work Is His Legacy

Chancellor Randy Woodson has announced that he will retire on June 30, 2025, kicking off an era of transition for a campus that has thrived under his leadership — especially when it comes to how philanthropic support powers the university.

Jameson Wolf in her cap and gown reading an issue of the Technician

May 13, 2024

Embarking on a New Journey

Meet 12 of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences’ spring 2024 graduates, including several scholarship recipients.

Abdullah Zaben in his graduation cap and gown in front of the Memorial Belltower

Apr 29, 2024

Many Healthy Pursuits

For graduating senior Abdullah Zaben, attending NC State has been about much more than just classrooms and textbooks. The Caldwell Fellow’s extracurricular activities have helped his community in extraordinary ways while also preparing him for his next big step.

Wolf Plaza during fall. Photo by Marc Hall

Feb 26, 2024

Welcome to Brittany Kachalia, Embedded Counselor

Brittany Kachalia is now an embedded counselor with the Park Scholarships Program, the Goodnight Scholars Program and the Caldwell Fellows Program, ensuring that students can receive many of the same services provided at NC State’s Counseling Center from someone more familiar with the culture and demands of their respective programs.

The copper wolves at Wolf Plaza near Talley on main campus. Photo by Marc Hall

Jan 30, 2024

NC State’s Winter Crowdfunding Campaigns Focus on Opportunity

From camps for high schoolers to research opportunities to service learning, NC State’s winter crowdfunding projects are all about expanding access to incredible experiences. Check out the projects and see how donor support can make a difference.

Kourosh ('23) celebrating his graduation in Wolf Plaza.

Jan 16, 2024

Spotlight on Our Alumni: A Journey of Growth, Gratitude and Global Impact

Kourosh Salamati ’23 shares his commitment to service through the Peace Corps and the impact of the Caldwell Fellows Program.

Wolf Plaza in early fall. Photo by Marc Hall

Dec 5, 2023

Congratulations to Caldwell Fellows Fall 2023 Graduates

The Caldwell Fellows Program is excited to congratulate this semester’s graduates as they prepare to take the next step on their journeys of personal and professional development.

Spring Hill House on Centennial Campus. PHOTO BY ROGER WINSTEAD

Oct 27, 2023

NC State Global Welcomes New NC Japan Center Director

NC State Global is thrilled to announce the appointment of Stephen Sumner, a Caldwell Fellow alumnus and former scholarship recipient at NC State, as the new NC Japan Center Director.

Dr. Gerald Hawkins standing in front of a whiteboard that says authentic leadership

Oct 18, 2023

Thinking Big: Three Donors Honor Dr. Gerald Hawkins With Gifts to Caldwell Fellows Program

In recognition of the role the Caldwell Fellows program’s first director played in their lives, three alumni have made significant gifts to grow the Gerald G. Hawkins/Caldwell Fellows Program Endowment. Dr. Hawkins served nearly 1,000 Caldwell fellows in his 35 years leading the program.

Tyler Void '23 (far right) at the site of his ExxonMobil internship.

Oct 3, 2023

Spotlight on Our Students: Hands-on Career Development With Tyler Void

Enjoy an interview with Caldwell Fellow and chemical engineering major Tyler Void ’23, who interned at ExxonMobil this summer.