awards and recognition

The NC State Belltower at dusk and night. Photo by Marc Hall

Mar 30, 2022

Graduate Programs Rise in Rankings

This year's U.S. News rankings bring good news for graduate programs across the university. Three programs place in the top 10 nationwide while numerous other graduate programs advance.

In this photo, the top of the Belltower is framed by fall foliage.

Mar 17, 2022

NC State Honors 10 Faculty Members with Outstanding Research Award, Induction into Research Leadership Academy

Get to know the newest recipients of the university's top award for research and mentorship.

Lilian Hsiao, an Asian American woman, stands in front of a window

Feb 15, 2022

Chemical Engineer Lilian Hsiao Named Sloan Research Fellow

Hsiao’s work focuses on advancing our fundamental understanding of microscopic forces in liquids and soft matter.

NC State's Memorial Belltower lit red at night

Jan 26, 2022

AAAS Elects Fellows

The election of eight faculty researchers to the prestigious scientific society signals NC State's rising reputation as a research powerhouse.

Dec 15, 2021

Sweat-Powered Wearable Sensors Land NC State Researcher on Newsweek’s Inaugural ‘Greatest Disruptors’ List

Newsweek recognized Amay J. Bandodkar for his work on wearable battery-free sensors and skin-friendly wearable batteries.

Flag waves on a green at Lonnie Poole Golf Course.

Dec 14, 2021

Lonnie Poole Golf Course Honored for Youth Access

NC State's course has hosted more than 1,900 rounds for Youth on Course members during the 2020 calendar year, the most of any course in the Carolinas.

The Belltower against colorful clouds at sunset.

Oct 21, 2021

2020-21 Awards and Honors

NC State faculty, staff, students and alumni garnered significant recognition for their accomplishments over the past year. Here are a few highlights.

Hollylynne Lee poses outside the College of Education.

Sep 21, 2021

Q&A With Cherry Award Finalist Hollylynne Lee

Lee, a passionate and lifelong educator, reflects on the lessons she's learned — and taught — on her path to being recognized as one of the nation's most inspiring teachers.

The 2021 Watauga Medal winners (left to right) are Bob Mattocks, Suzanne Gordon and Glenn Futrell

Sep 14, 2021

3 NC State Alumni Receive Watauga Medal

The university awards its highest nonacademic honor to Glenn Futrell, Suzanne Gordon and Bob Mattocks.

Jul 8, 2021

2 Advisors Recognized at Global Awards Ceremony

Michelle Garoutte and Chad Jordan are honored by the National Academic Advising Association.

Nikhil Milind sitting outside, holding his ukulele.

Jul 6, 2021

NC State’s 4th Churchill Scholar Prepares for Deep Dive Into Genetics

Nikhil Milind, who graduated this year, is going to Cambridge University to continue his studies into links between human genetics and diseases.

The NC State belltower, framed against a clear sky.

Jun 30, 2021

Biochemical Sensor Researcher Makes MIT Technology Review’s List of Top Young Innovators

Amay Bandodkar is being recognized for his work on wearable health sensors.

Jun 9, 2021

10 Earn NSF Early-Career Awards

Faculty members in five colleges are recognized by the National Science Foundation for the quality of their research as well as their leadership potential.

Jun 9, 2021

Computer Scientist Wins UNC System Award

Veronica Catete is the first NC State staff member to win the award that recognizes exemplary service to both campus and community.

The Belltower surrounded by pink blooms in spring.

Apr 28, 2021

Hasan Jameel Receives UNC Board of Governors Award for Excellence in Teaching

The NC State distinguished professor has been honored with the UNC System’s most prestigious teaching award.