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A Champion of Learning by Doing

Patrick Smith

North Carolina Central University Chancellor Karrie Dixon holds a red banner than reads "Howl Back" while standing in front of the seal for North Carolina Central University on a white wall.

Jul 31, 2024

A Leader From the Pack

Karrie Dixon ('97 Communication, '03 Ed.D.) is prepared to lead North Carolina Central University to new heights as its chancellor. 
The historic brick smoke stack on central campus

May 22, 2024

NC State Leaders Recognized on ‘Power 100’ List

The chancellor, a dean, two directors and more than 40 alumni were featured on Business North Carolina’s annual list.  
The silhouette of a person working on a laptop in Fitts-Woolard Hall

May 8, 2024

A Different Kind of Student Loan

Staff Senate’s Computer Loan Program grants free computers to eligible employees to help them with professional development and other technological needs. 
Maggie Thompson in her graduation cap and gown, standing in front of Holladay Hall

May 1, 2024

Learning on the Job

Maggie Thompson, the chancellor’s communication specialist, will receive her Master of Science degree in technical communication at commencement this weekend. 
Ross Sozzani, left, and Jacob Jones, study plant samples in the Plant Sciences Building.

Apr 18, 2024

Prolific Partners in Research

For 20 years, the Proposal Development Unit has helped NC State colleges and faculty secure more than $1 billion in research funding. 

Apr 3, 2024

Become a Master of the Physical Master Plan

A new online course will help campus stakeholders be better informed about submitting proposals to help shape the future development of NC State’s campus. 
Chris Vitiello (the Poetry Fox) sits at a table under a tent and types poems for students during Packapalooza.

Mar 13, 2024

The Paradox of the Librarian Poetry Fox

Every costumed hero has an origin story. For University Libraries employee Chris Vitiello, aka the Poetry Fox, it all started with a second-hand set of clothing given to him as a joke.  
Three female students huddle around a tablet on a white table during an IMHOTEP Academy event at The Science House.

Feb 28, 2024

The Science House Earns Enduring Achievement Award

NC State’s STEM hub for K-12 students across the state was recognized for its societal impact and public engagement through science education. 
A red, white and blue sign reads "VOTE HERE" and points to Talley Student Union.

Feb 7, 2024

NC State To Host Early Voting Site

Learn where to go and what to bring in order to vote in the U.S. primary elections from Feb. 15 to March 2. 
Ben Strunk stands next to a large sign for Miller Fields

Feb 1, 2024

Intramural Connections

Ben Strunk helps NC State students build life and leadership skills through through his work with intramural and club sports. 
Students play video games on computers inside the new NC State Gaming and Esports Lab in Hunt Library. Photo by Mattison Domke-Latz

Jan 18, 2024

Esports Lab Opens in Hunt Library

The lab will support the NC State Esports program, but it is also open to other students, faculty and staff interested in gaming. 
The 16-person Oakwood Waits ensemble in the East Room of the White House

Dec 20, 2023

Worth the Wait

An NC State staff member recently donned a Victorian era dress and sang holiday tunes at the White House with local a cappella group, the Oakwood Waits. 
The entrance to NC State's Wolfpack Outfitters campus store. Inside, a customer wearing examines a T-shirt that they took off the rack.

Nov 16, 2023

Buying In to the Wolfpack Brand

NC State continues to climb in rankings for trademark licensing revenue — and those funds directly benefit students. 
A cartoon of Mr. and Mrs. Wuf being taunted by their in-state rivals.

Oct 29, 2023

A Black Hole of Halloween Stories

You’ve fallen into a black hole of spooky Halloween stories! The only way to climb out is by reading them all.  Time to get started: 
A group of students and faculty pose in front of a cityscape in Prague

Sep 13, 2023

A Champion of Learning by Doing

Holly Hurlburt helps students familiarize themselves with NC State’s campus — and the wider world around them.