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Park Scholars

a photo of Wolf Plaza by Becky Kirkland

Oct 15, 2024

Two Scholars Prepare for a Future in Service With the Public Policy and International Affairs Fellowship

Park Scholars Freddy Kelly and Pallavi Patil both participated in the Public Policy and International Affairs Fellowship over the summer. Hosted at some of the top graduate policy schools in the nation, these six-week summer programs prepare students with the knowledge and network to succeed in the field of public service. 
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. 
Students sitting around a table with their laptops.

Oct 7, 2024

CHASS: Where Culture and Social Sciences Define Innovation

Social justice and making a positive community impact inspire many students in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences. Rose Amburose, a Park Scholar and a legal intern at The Child’s Advocate, is one such undergrad. 
Members of the German-American Fulbright Commission standing around the NC State symbol in Talley Student Union.

Oct 7, 2024

Navigating Shared Paths: German Fulbright Scholars Visit NC State and Park Scholars

The German-American Fulbright Commission recently selected 30 students from universities of applied sciences across Germany to participate in a four-week program on “A Culture of Sustainability.” Since the cohort was visiting NC State’s campus during Wolfpack Welcome Week, the Global Training Initiative recruited NC State students from the German department, Global Village and Park Scholars to act as their hosts. 
New and previous recipients of the Watauga Medal sing the NC State alma mater during the 2024 award ceremony.

Sep 18, 2024

Goodnight, Hooks and Stallings Honored With 2024 Watauga Medals

The Board of Trustees has bestowed NC State’s highest nonacademic honor on Ann Goodnight, Jake Hooks and Charlie Stallings for their dedication to advancing the university through their volunteer leadership, advocacy and financial generosity. 
The 321 Coffee team and Chancellor Woodson cut the ribbon on the new Centennial Campus location.

Sep 18, 2024

321 Coffee Celebrates Opening of New Centennial Campus Shop

Cofounded and led by Park Scholars alumni Lindsay Wrege and Michael Evans, the coffee shop and roaster — which employs people with intellectual and developmental disabilities — returns to the university where it began. 
Members of the Park Scholarships’ class of 2025 pose for a photo in their life jackets and helmets with their paddles before going rafting.

Sep 18, 2024

Park Scholarships’ Class of 2025 Senior Retreat: Photo Recap

The class of 2025 traveled to Ocoee, Tennessee, recently for their Senior Retreat. Scholars participated in fun activities like a river boat cruise and rafting, and spent time connecting with classmates and reflecting on their four years at NC State. 
Wolf statue in Wolf Plaza

Sep 3, 2024

Photo Recap of the Park Scholarships Program’s Class of 2028 Freshman Retreat

The Park Scholarships program’s class of 2028 recently traveled to Black Mountain, North Carolina, to get to know each other, reflect on the next four years and, of course, enjoy some s’mores by the fire. 
The copper wolves at Wolf Plaza near Talley on main campus. Photo by Marc Hall

Aug 1, 2024

Rose Amburose ’25 Receives 2024 Equity and Inclusion Student Award

The National Association of Social Workers North Carolina Chapter (NASW-NC) named five North Carolina social work students as the 2024 NASW-NC Equity and Inclusion Student Award recipients, including Rose Amburose, a Park Scholar in the class of 2025. 
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.