Park Scholars

The Memorial Belltower at Henry Square on a cloudy day.

Jul 8, 2025

Celebrating Park Faculty Scholars

Each cohort of Park Scholars benefits from the close mentorship of two distinguished members of NC State’s faculty. These professors, known as Park Faculty Scholars, journey with the students through their four-year Park Enrichment Academy experiences, learning from and with the scholars while they also provide valuable guidance and support to each student.

Sophie Scherer after ringing the NASDAQ bell

Jun 3, 2025

Poole Student Rings Nasdaq Bell, Paving Her Path in Quant Finance

From co-founding a club to landing a competitive internship, rising senior and Park Scholar Sophie Scherer is redefining what’s possible for NC State students in finance.

May 27, 2025

‘I Wanted To See If I Could Make a Difference in the Way That We Teach Mathematics’

Margaret Borden ’16, ’21MED, ’25PHD is the first Park Scholar to earn a doctoral degree from the College of Education. In this Q&A, she shares what brought her to NC State, what she learned on campus and how it all prepared her for what’s next.

Apr 29, 2025

Park Scholar Cade Brady Honored With Prestigious Goldwater Scholarship

Park Scholar Cade Brady ’26, a double major in biological sciences and microbiology, has been named a Goldwater Scholarship recipient. The Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Program, established by the United States Congress in 1986, is one of the oldest and most prestigious national undergraduate scholarships in the natural sciences, engineering and mathematics.

Apr 15, 2025

Park Scholarships Program Celebrates Record-Breaking Day of Giving

This year has been one of unparalleled philanthropic participation within the Park community, and Day of Giving provided a snapshot of that record-shattering success.

Jamila Simpson (far back, center), associate dean for college success and well-being, with other members of the Society for Multicultural Scientists in the 1990s.

Apr 8, 2025

Celebrating 40 Years of Community Building

Since 1985, the Society for Multicultural Scientists has held true to its original concept of students supporting students.

Three Park Scholars holding a ceremonial check made out to the UNC Children's Hospital during the 2025 Krispy Kreme Challenge

Apr 8, 2025

Recap of the 2025 Krispy Kreme Challenge

On Feb. 1, more than 4,400 runners took part in the 21st Krispy Kreme Challenge, starting at NC State’s Memorial Belltower. Participants ran 2.5 miles to the Krispy Kreme on Peace Street, ate 12 donuts and ran 2.5 miles back to the finish line. This year, the race, led by Park Scholars, raised $140,000 for the UNC Children’s Hospital.

Apr 2, 2025

Seventh Day of Giving Showcases Passion for NC State

Fueled by donors representing various industries, regions and connections to the university, Day of Giving 2025 proved once again that passion for NC State ties the Pack together.

Mar 25, 2025

Final Selection Activities Photo Recap 2025

Final Selection Activities for the Park Scholarships program’s class of 2030 took place on Feb. 28 and March 1. Finalists participated in interviews and a discussion task, had the opportunity to listen to alumni panels, toured their respective colleges and met other finalists.

Cameron Cooper standing in his Coast Guard uniform with his arms behind his back.

Mar 11, 2025

Cameron Cooper ’09 Receives the 2025 Distinguished Young Alumni Award

In recognition of his professional achievements, community involvement and alignment with the college’s core values, Cameron Cooper was recently named a recipient of the Wilson College of Textiles’ 2025 Distinguished Young Alumni Award. Cooper was accepted into both the Park Scholars program and the Centennial Scholarship program during his time at NC State, which supported him financially, personally and professionally throughout his undergraduate career.