Alumni

May 31, 2016

Pack Impacts, Off the Track

NC State grads are a big part of the off-track machinery that drives NASCAR. From the marketing and public-relations departments of racing teams to the NASCAR Hall of Fame itself, they shape the way fans follow the sport today and will remember it tomorrow. 

May 26, 2016

Pack on the Track

The NASCAR spotlight is shining on North Carolina this week, with the Coca-Cola 600 coming to Charlotte Motor Speedway and voting being held for the latest class of legends who will enter the NASCAR Hall of Fame in Charlotte. We’re shining our own light on some of the many connections between NC State and the motorsports… 

May 4, 2016

Pack Rising

NC State’s annual spring commencement ceremony will take place at PNC Arena on Saturday, May 7, when Chancellor Randy Woodson will confer 64 associate’s, 3,779 bachelor’s, 1,467 master’s, 190 doctoral and 98 Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degrees. Those 5,598 new graduates will swell the total number for the academic year to 9,074. 

Apr 4, 2016

Community Builder

Durham architect Phil Freelon designs buildings that tell stories — and unite communities. Since graduating from the NC State College of Design in 1975, Freelon has emerged as a go-to architect for structures that honor history and inspire the public, without sacrificing functionality. 

Mar 22, 2016

Home Brew

A burgeoning beer business is brewing in North Carolina — and NC State is supporting it with innovative brewing techniques, hands-on training for future brewers and a project to jumpstart hops production in the state. 

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…