College of Design

Students from Design Camp 2024 celebrate another year of successful programming. Campers are pictured in white t-shirts, while support staff wear black in the first row.

Jun 16, 2025

Celebrating 45 Years of Creative Awakening at Design Camp

For 45 years, the College of Design’s Design Camp has been inspiring middle and high school students to explore their creative potential and imagine a future in design. What began as a bold initiative by Professor Charles Joyner in 1980 has grown into a transformative experience that has touched the lives of nearly 12,000 pre-college students and educators.

Xzavier Taylor standing against the Prague skyline during a study-abroad trip supported by scholarship funding. Photo provided.

May 1, 2025

Imagining a Different Way

Compared to most of his classmates, Xzavier Taylor ’25 took an unusual route to earning a degree from NC State’s College of Design. But overcoming challenges has helped him recognize the potential in things — and people.

Feb 25, 2025

Five Questions With Chuck Flink, Director of the Pappas Real Estate Development Program

NC State’s Peter A. Pappas Real Estate Development Program supports building resilient and sustainable communities throughout all of North Carolina’s 100 counties. We recently spoke with Director Chuck Flink about the program, how it serves students, and what’s next in terms of strategy and growth.

Aerial view of the Memorial Belltower and Holladay Hall

Jan 21, 2025

A New Chapter for Inclusive Design

NC State and Steven Winter Associates, Inc. are excited to announce a transformative partnership to revitalize the Center for Universal Design. After nearly 15 years of dormancy, the center is being reborn with a new mission: to support all stakeholders and users in creating accessible, inclusive environments that serve people of all abilities and backgrounds. The relaunch is made possible through a grant from the NC State Foundation.

Nov 4, 2024

Dirt NC Podcast Interviews Chuck Flink

Chuck Flink, a two-time NC State alumnus, Watauga medalist and director of the university’s Peter A. Pappas Real Estate Development Program, was recently featured on the Dirt NC podcast.

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.

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.

the downtown Raleigh skyline framed by trees

May 20, 2024

New Gift From Peter A. Pappas ’83 Will Transform Real Estate Development in North Carolina

With a significant contribution from Peter A. Pappas ’83, NC State will become home to a new program that will prepare students for careers in real estate development. The Peter A. Pappas Real Estate Development Program will provide a comprehensive approach to real estate development, focusing on land-use, transportation and open-space planning.

Demarcus Williams does the Wolfie in the Free Expression Tunnel

Apr 15, 2024

Designing an Inclusive College Experience

For College of Design alumnus Demarcus Williams, giving back is about helping current and future students have the same experience he did — or one that’s even better.

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.