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A student wearing a red graduation gown holds up her mortar board in front of her face.

May 3, 2023

The Class of 2023 Is Ready for Graduation

We talked with four members of the graduating class about the defining moments of their time at NC State — building everything from race cars to fashion empires — and their plans for the future. 
NC State Belltower view with flowers

May 1, 2023

Introducing the Pack, Class of 2023

Get to know NC State's spring 2023 graduating class, by the numbers. 
General Anthony J. Cotton

Apr 14, 2023

Anthony J. Cotton, Military Commander and Alumnus, Will Address 2023 Graduates

NC State will celebrate the class of 2023 during its spring commencement ceremony at PNC Arena on Saturday, May 6 at 9 a.m. Gen. Anthony J. Cotton, the commander at United States Strategic Command at Offutt Air Force Base in Nebraska and an NC State alumnus, will deliver the commencement address.  During the ceremony, Chancellor Randy Woodson… 
The Rolling Stones perform on stage at Carter-Finley Stadium.

Feb 14, 2023

Carter-Finley’s Biggest Events

Take a look back on some of the biggest non-college-football events held at Raleigh’s largest entertainment venue. 
NC State graduate throws up the wolfie sign at commencement.

Dec 15, 2022

NC State To Hold Commencement Ceremony Dec. 17

3,500 members of the Wolfpack will earn the coveted status of NC State alumni during the university’s fall commencement ceremony on Dec. 17. 
The top of a red graduation cap is embellished with flowers and pearls that spell out "2022".

Dec 12, 2022

First in the Pack: Meet Some of Our Newest Alumni

As we get ready for December commencement, take a look back and a look forward with four first-generation college graduates. 
Graduates stand together and embrace each other during the commencement ceremony at PNC Arena.

Nov 14, 2022

USDA Chief Scientist Chavonda Jacobs-Young To Deliver NC State Fall Commencement Address

Three-time NC State alumna Chavonda Jacobs-Young returns to deliver the commencement address to summer and fall graduates. 
AnnE Ford sits on the steps of Memorial Belltower, wearing her red graduation gown and holding her mortar board.

May 17, 2022

AnnE Ford’s Final Student Chronicle: Graduation

After chronicling the NC State student experience for two years, AnnE Ford graduated in spring. 
Alyssa McInnis and Emily Southard pose in their graduation caps and gowns

May 16, 2022

‘Whatever You Need, I’m There’ — Meet #NCState22 Best Friends Emily and Alyssa

Brought together by the saxophone section, best friends reminisce on their time in Carter-Finley Stadium. 
Niambé James and Kourtni Curry pose in their graduation caps and gowns

May 16, 2022

‘We’re Stuck’ — Meet #NCState22 Best Friends Niambé and Kourtni

Best friends say 'goodbye' to NC State in the field where they first said 'hello' and started a lifelong friendship. 
Parker Mitchell and Noah Weaver pose in their grad caps and gowns

May 16, 2022

‘I Feel So Blessed’ — Meet #NCState22 Best Friends Parker and Noah

As part of our graduation video series, these elementary school friends reflect on how NC State brought them closer together. 
Students sing the Alma Mater at commencement

May 4, 2022

NC State to hold Commencement Ceremony Saturday, May 7

North Carolina State University will confer degrees on more than 6,100 graduating students during its spring commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 7 at 9 a.m. in PNC Arena. Media coverage is invited. Credentialed media interested in attending should contact Mary Cole Pike at mcpike@ncsu.edu with any questions. NC State will confer 6,494 degrees during the ceremony,… 
Anna Jump, wearing her red graduation cap and gown, stands with her husband outside of Talley Student Union.

May 2, 2022

‘Dare to Dream,’ Student Speaker Tells Fellow Graduates

As the 2022 student commencement speaker, Anna Jump will encourage others to strive toward their goals and reach their dreams. 
Mohamed L Mansour poses for a photo by a desk

Apr 22, 2022

Philanthropist and Entrepreneur Mohamed Mansour to Address Spring 2022 Graduates

An NC State alumnus, Mansour will deliver the commencement address to the class of 2022 on Saturday, May 7.  
A student in a red cap and gown makes the Wolfpack sign in front of the NC State Belltower.

Dec 13, 2021

Focused on the Future

Meet December 2021 graduates who have made the most of every opportunity at NC State and are ready to explore their next chapter.