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New Social Hub Opens on Centennial Campus

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NC State is home to one of the premier research parks in America, a bustling hub for education, public-private partnerships, research and innovation — and a launching pad for the university’s second century.

Oct 24, 2024

Hitachi Energy, NC State Partnership Powers Connection

On a rainy fall morning, nearly 200 students gathered at Hitachi Energy’s North American headquarters on NC State’s Centennial Campus. The draw? The company’s “Power of Connection” event — a nontraditional career fair where recruiters, hiring managers and senior professionals engage with students and recent alumni. “We’re looking for talented people to join our diverse… 
The 321 Coffee team and Chancellor Woodson cut the ribbon on the new Centennial Campus location.

Sep 17, 2024

321 Coffee Celebrates Opening of New Centennial Campus Shop

The coffee shop and roaster — which employs people with intellectual and development disabilities — returns to the university where it began. 
A closeup of the Reds and Whites art installation at the Susan Woodson Plaza on Centennial Campus.

May 6, 2024

Reds and Whites: A Work of Art Anchors Centennial Campus

Thanks to an NC State connection, a masterwork by world-renowned artist Larry Bell is cementing a sense of place on the university's Centennial Campus. 
Two students work in the CAMAL lab on NC State's Centennial Campus.

May 6, 2024

Ricoh Opens Center of Excellence on Centennial Campus

Ricoh, a global provider of integrated digital services and print and imaging solutions, cited proximity to talent and cutting-edge manufacturing research as drivers for its choice of location. 
NC State Chancellor Randy Woodson throws up a "wolf" sign as he speaks from a podium.

Oct 25, 2023

Chancellor Woodson Receives AURP Leadership Award

NC State Chancellor Randy Woodson received the 2023 Leadership Award from the Association of University Research Parks in recognition of the success and impact of NC State’s Centennial Campus. 
Aerial view of Centennial Campus, with the oval-shaped green space in the middle of a block of buildings

Oct 12, 2023

The Oval Becomes NC State’s Newest Hallowed Place

The Oval was selected as NC State's 10th Hallowed Place because of its historical significance to the original design of Centennial Campus. 
Chancellor Woodson of NC State poses with the Under Armour founder and the Under Armour CEO.

Aug 23, 2023

Under Armour Founder, CEO Visit NC State

Leadership from the top apparel company toured NC State's campus to build upon their strategic partnership with the university — and our shared commitment to innovation. 
Concept rendering of the new 321 cafe on Centennial Campus

Aug 23, 2023

321 Coffee to Open Centennial Campus Location

Projected to open in early 2024, the cafe will be set in the Venture Place courtyard on Main Campus Drive. 
Artist Larry Bell stands near the construction site as Reds and Whites is installed on Centennial Campus.

Aug 15, 2023

NC State begins construction of new art plaza on Centennial Campus 

Centennial Campus is now officially home to Reds and Whites, a public art display by world-renowned artist Larry Bell. The piece, commissioned by the Centennial Campus Public Art Committee, was recently installed at the bottom of The Oval, adjacent to Hunt Library. Construction on the surrounding plaza is expected to be complete later this fall. … 
Members of Sciencix sit around a conference table and talk. They are wearing matching blue polos with the company's logo.

Jun 8, 2023

Boosting North Carolina’s Small Businesses

The Small Business and Technology Development Center serves as the business and technology extension service of the UNC System, helping N.C. businesses grow and create jobs. 

May 2, 2023

NC State Partner Institutes Bolster U.S. Manufacturing Industry

NC State University is a top Manufacturing USA partner. Our vast knowledge base shown by the breadth of sectors we’re involved with: power distribution, textiles, biomanufacturing and manufacturing technology. 

Apr 4, 2023

Collaborations Pharmaceuticals Uses AI to Solve Biotech Challenges

From a series of lab and office suites on NC State’s Centennial Campus, Collaborations Pharmaceuticals is solving some of the biggest biotech challenges. 
Nagoya University partnership ceremony

Feb 8, 2023

NC State Expands Partnership with Nagoya University

Nagoya University will establish a U.S. campus on NC State’s Centennial Campus — Nagoya University Global Campus — thanks to a new agreement that strengthens the partnership between the two institutions. 
Two students dancing in colorful outfits.

Dec 1, 2022

NC State and Under Armour Partnership Takes Innovation to the Next Level

Under Armour and NC State have launched a new partnership that will support student development, commercialize research, and advance textile and materials innovation across the apparel, footwear and accessories industry. 
dining space inside converted shipping container

Sep 29, 2022

New Social Hub Opens on Centennial Campus

The Corner is a new shared space designed as a social hub to bring the campus community together for creative collisions.