celebrating transformation

Chancellor Randy Woodson interviews NC State alumna and NASA astronaut Christina Koch on stage in Stewart Theatre.

Feb 17, 2025

That’s a Wrap on Red Chair Chats

With Chancellor Woodson set to retire, we closed out his video interview series, Red Chair Chats, by flipping the script and having the guests interview him. Take a look back at the full series and watch the latest episode.

Randy and Susan Woodson in their downstairs living room at the Point

Dec 18, 2024

Home for the Holidays

Catering staff and Chancellor's Aides share what it's like working with Randy and Susan Woodson at their home for the annual Holiday Open House and other events.

Chancellor Woodson helps students carry their belongings from their car to their dorm.

Nov 26, 2024

Chancellor Woodson in the Words of His Wolfpack

Randy Woodson has led NC State's meteoric rise over the past 14 years, but he doesn't like to take credit for it. So we turned to our community to tell his story.

Chancellor Randy Woodson poses with a student on NC State's campus during move-in activities

Nov 20, 2024

Embracing the Land-Grant Mission

Chancellor Randy Woodson and his wife, Susan, were sitting in Lynah Rink at a Cornell vs. Harvard hockey game in the late 1970s when he started hearing the typical jeers from visiting Crimson fans, denigrating his new school’s history as New York’s “Cow College.” Over the next four years, the season-ticket-holder Woodsons, having just graduated…

Randy Woodson discusses horticultural research in front of a row of plants inside the Mountain Horticultural Crops Research and Extension Center.

Oct 30, 2024

Woodson Has Built Legacy of Research Excellence

During his 14-year tenure, Chancellor Randy Woodson has catalyzed NC State University’s research enterprise.

Two students standing on either side of the NC State mascot, making the Wolfpack sign.

Oct 23, 2024

A Beginner’s Guide to Red and White Week

If you're new to the Wolfpack, or newly excited to get involved, allow us to introduce you to our favorite week of the year. Our homecoming celebration is the place to be, Oct. 26 through Nov. 2, whether you're in Raleigh or taking part from afar.

Chancellor Randy Woodson applauds a speaker at a Board of Trustees meeting in 2010

Sep 11, 2024

Planning To Succeed by Succeeding To Plan

One of Chancellor Randy Woodson’s first orders to his cabinet, staff and faculty when he took office in 2010 was to develop a robust, university-wide strategic plan. The groans were deafening.

Former North Carolina State University Foundation Board Chair Trent Ragland and Chancellor Randy Woodson with Jim and Kathrine Owens at the 2017 Menscer Cup celebration.

Sep 3, 2024

James and Kathrine Owens Celebrate Transformation With New Gift

A $2 million commitment from Board of Trustees chair Dr. James Owens and his wife, Kathrine, to the Celebrating Transformation Initiative will benefit three areas at NC State.

Chancellor Woodson standing in the hallway of Holladay Hall

Aug 14, 2024

A Chancellor’s First Day

Randy Woodson’s first day in Holladay Hall kicked off a 14-year tenure of change and advancement at a historic land-grant institution that was fraying around the edges. As he prepares to retire, here’s a look back at what campus was like when he took over.

the summer sun shines over the Memorial Belltower

Aug 2, 2024

BOT Chair Leads Philanthropic Effort to Honor Woodson

Chair of the Board of Trustees Ed Weisiger Jr. ’82 alum and his wife Betsy Fleming have made two lead gifts to launch a philanthropic effort honoring NC State’s transformation under Chancellor Randy Woodson.

Chancellor Woodson wearing red commencement regalia, standing at a podium with an image of the Belltower in the background, and waving to the crowd

Jul 19, 2024

Woodson’s Work Is His Legacy

Chancellor Randy Woodson has announced his intention to retire by June 30, 2025, kicking off an era of transition for a campus that has thrived under his leadership. Woodson is the third-longest-serving leader in university history.

NC State Chancellor Randy Woodson greets students at commencement.

Jul 18, 2024

Chancellor Woodson Announces Plan to Retire

Transformative leader led NC State to new heights in a number of critical areas, including student achievement, research output and fundraising.