Alumni

David Bliss climbs the metal stairs inside the Belltower.

Jul 15, 2026

From LARPing to Lighting: Meet the Keeper of the Belltower

Live-action role-playing taught David Bliss how to solve problems creatively, a necessary skill in his job as NC State's building technology systems manager.

The setting sun shines on a field of soybeans.

Jul 1, 2026

NC State (and America) the Beautiful

As the nation celebrates its 250th anniversary, discover how NC State has contributed to its prosperity, defense, culture and more.

Tab Ramos celebrates at his induction to the NC State Athletics Hall of Fame.

Jun 18, 2026

NC State’s World Cup Star

Former Wolfpack soccer star Tab Ramos is lending his expertise as a broadcaster for several games in this year's FIFA World Cup.

A Hurricanes player lifts the Stanley Cup trophy over his head following the team's NHL championship victory.

Jun 18, 2026

Celebrating Our Hometown Stanley Cup Champions

Take a look at how the NC State community contributed to the Carolina Hurricanes' quest for the 2026 NHL championship — and what faculty research revealed about the team’s success.

Carolina Hurricanes fans stand and wave white towels during the pregame ceremonies

Jun 4, 2026

Make Some Noise: How Does Crowd Sound Affect the Stanley Cup Final?

How does the Lenovo Center’s design make it such a loud venue for hockey games? Does it give the hometown Carolina Hurricanes a psychological edge over opponents? NC State experts weigh in.

Jun 4, 2026

A National Award for a Global Investigative Reporter

Michael Biesecker (English ’96) is part of a team at the Associated Press who earned the 2026 Pulitzer Prize in International Reporting.

May 21, 2026

NC State Alumnus Wins Pulitzer Prize

Andrew Carter ’03 and his teammates at the Chicago Tribune have earned US journalism’s most prestigious award.

NASA astronaut Christina Koch, Artemis II mission specialist is assisted off the flight deck after arriving aboard USS John P. Murtha following a successful 10-day journey around the moon.

Apr 15, 2026

A Joyous Return to Earth

NC State alumna and NASA astronaut Christina Koch and her three crewmates splashed down Friday evening after a 10-day trip around the moon.

Christina Koch looks down at the Earth from the window of the Orion spacecraft.

Apr 9, 2026

Koch Eager For Splashdown

Three-time NC State graduate and Artemis II astronaut Christina Koch and the other three members of the crew are headed back to Earth following NASA’s first return to the moon in more than 50 years.

New Men's Basketball Coach Justin Gainey holds up a red NC State basketball jersey with his name on it, flanked by Athletics Director Boo Corrigan and Chancellor Kevin Howell.

Apr 2, 2026

NC State’s Newest Man of Intrigue

Former Wolfpack point guard and assistant coach Justin Gainey was announced Wednesday as the 22nd head coach in NC State men’s basketball history.

Christina Koch and her fellow crew members prepare to board their Orion spacecraft atop NASA’s Space Launch System rocket as part of a demonstration test in 2025.

Apr 1, 2026

See You on the Dark Side of the Moon

Three-time NC State graduate Christina Koch and her three Artemis II crewmates will blast off to the moon as early as Wednesday evening.

Two students take a selfie with Mr. and Ms. Wuf in front of Talley Student Union.

Mar 17, 2026

How You Can Help on Day of Giving

Every gift, no matter how big or small, can help you make your mark on NC State this Day of Giving, March 25. But did you know you can also make a difference with a single social media post?

The Wufs enter Reynolds Coliseum together at a sporting event.

Feb 19, 2026

Mascots to Married: A Wolfpack Love Story

Two State Mate couples suited up as NC State’s favorite married mascots — now they’re engaged in real life.

Two-time NC State student body president and four-time North Carolina governor Jim Hunt shakes hands with guests at an opening reception for NC State's Hunt Library, named in his honor.

Dec 26, 2025

Hunt’s Passionate Legacy Will Never Be Extinguished

Two-time NC State student body president and four-time North Carolina governor Jim Hunt died Thursday, Dec. 18, at his family farm near Lucama, North Carolina. He was 88.

Gary Haynes stands on the sidelines in Carter-Finley Stadium, waiting to interview the coaches and players

Nov 26, 2025

Rivalry Highlights Haynes’ Final Home Game

NC State graduate and radio analyst Tony Haynes (’84) will broadcast his final game at Carter-Finley Stadium on Saturday at the NC State-North Carolina football contest.