Alumni

Mar 1, 2016

Start Me Up: Donation Will ‘Accelerate’ Student Startups

Chip and Lyn Andrews donate $1 million to establish NC State Acceleration Fund to assist student startup companies. 

Feb 3, 2016

Longstanding Support and Leadership

As chair of NC State’s Board of Trustees, longtime donor Jim Owens takes pride in the university’s momentum. Learn how his leadership and support have been integral to the success of NC State for more than three decades. 

Feb 3, 2016

Doughnut Data

In 12 years, the Krispy Kreme Challenge has rolled up some impressive numbers: 60,000-plus runners, more than 724,000 doughnuts eaten and nearly $1 million raised for charity. 

Jan 6, 2016

State Club Open to All at Lunch

The State Club, the full-service restaurant at the Park Alumni Center on Centennial Campus, is now being operated and managed by Campus Enterprises. Lunch is now open to all staff, faculty, students, alumni and the general public. Dinner and other special events will continue to be for members only. 

Sep 2, 2015

NC State Receives Funding for Workforce Development

NC State expands workforce development with a grant from the Duke Energy Foundation. 

Aug 28, 2015

Donor Giving Sets Record in FY 2014-15

NC State alumni and supporters donated at record levels in the fiscal year that ended June 30, boosting the university’s endowment to a record $984 million. 

Aug 3, 2015

Innovative Tech Aims to Help Smokers Kick the Habit

Entrepreneurs at NC State have developed technology to help people understand what triggers their craving for a cigarette, and use that information to cut back on smoking. 

Jun 17, 2015

Bryant Honored for Volunteer Service

The NC State University Foundation honors longtime volunteer Richard K. Bryant for two decades of tireless leadership and service. 

Jun 3, 2015

Alumna Named President of Shaw University

Tashni Dubroy, who earned a Ph.D. in physical organic chemistry from NC State in 2007, will lead the historically black university in Raleigh. 

Mar 6, 2015

Textiles Alum Plunges Into the ‘Shark Tank’

During her senior year at NC State, textiles alumna Sharon Bui set an ambitious goal for herself: earn a spot on “Shark Tank,” the ABC reality show where budding entrepreneurs pitch their ideas to famous funders. Less than three years later, she’s achieved that goal. In a March 6 episode, Bui secured funding from two sharks for Frill, a… 

Nov 12, 2014

NC State’s Other Football Team

An NC State football game doesn't begin with kickoff or end when the clock expires. It takes the work of dozens — from groundskeepers to police officers to cooks — to create the game-day experience for 60,000-plus Wolfpack friends. Go behind the scenes with NC State magazine. 

Nov 7, 2014

Explore NC State’s Hallowed Places

NC State's legacy of innovation and enterprise is reflected across campus in the university's hallowed places. Join us on a tour that explores NC State's past and points the way to its future. 

Aug 8, 2014

Alum a Finalist for ‘Top Vet’

Page Wages could become "America's Top Vet" in recognition of her service and compassion. Learn how you can vote for the NC State graduate. 

Jun 12, 2014

NC State’s Pinehurst Connections

All eyes are on Pinehurst, where the USGA kicks off the U.S. Open today. Meet the Wolfpack pros behind the scenes at golf's most exciting event. 

Jun 4, 2014

A Makers’ Place

Maker Faire North Carolina is a celebration of the state's thinkers and doers. NC State students will put their projects on display there this weekend.