Centennial Campus

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.

an aerial photograph shows the wilson college of textiles at north carolina state university

Jul 14, 2026

NSF Support Bolsters Textile Innovation, NC State Research

NSF has renewed its commitment to innovation in the textiles sector, providing $16 million in funding for a research initiative that supports more than a dozen projects led by NC State University researchers.

A photograph of three students in lab coats examining a plant.

Feb 2, 2026

Inspiring Students to Pursue Agricultural Careers

Gaining experience in a laboratory or learning to use cutting-edge technology is often reserved for students pursuing master’s and advanced degrees. The N.C. Plant Sciences Initiative (PSI) is helping change that. The institute, which connects growers with researchers, partners with North Carolina high schools. It also provides undergraduates across many disciplines with career-relevant opportunities.

Facutly and students work with Pyroman, a life-sized manikin used to evaluate the performance of thermal protective clothing in the Textile Protection And Comfort Center.

Apr 4, 2025

Milliken Naming Investment Fuels NC State Research in the Textile Protection and Comfort Center

A new $1.5 million investment from Milliken & Company will further elevate groundbreaking research at NC State’s Textile Protection and Comfort Center.

Fashion and textile design student Neely Mallik poses with a manikin and finished garment in a workspace in the Wilson College of Textiles.

Mar 31, 2025

Discover Our Majors: Fashion and Textile Design

The fashion and textile design program at NC State is empowering Neely Mallik to unlock her creative talents and prepare herself for career success.

The sun sets over Lake Raleigh while runners stretch

Mar 12, 2025

Socializing on the Go

Two staff members have created Wolves on the Run, a welcoming, inclusive club for those who want to exercise and meet new people.

chickens College of agriculture and life sciences

Feb 12, 2025

NC State Experts Can Discuss H5N1 Bird Flu

International trade, economic sector and supply chain experts can comment on U.S. tariffs imposed on China.

An aerial photo of NC State's Centennial Campus with the Raleigh skyline behind it.

Dec 18, 2024

Celebrating 40 Years of Centennial Campus

Created to mark NC State's second century, the campus has grown to become a national hub for research, innovation, partnership and community.

Oct 24, 2024

Hitachi Energy, NC State Partnership Powers Connection

Hitachi's "Power of Connection" event is a nontraditional career fair where recruiters, hiring managers and senior professionals engage with students and recent alumni.

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