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Facilities Division staffers install Power Forward informational signs around campus.

Jan 27, 2022

Powering NC State Forward

A four-year, $60 million electrical distribution system upgrade to NC State's electrical grid will ensure the power efficiency, reliability and stability that are key to expanding the university's growth. 

The Belltower at NC State.

Dec 2, 2021

20 Years of Extending the Reach of Education

Kay Zimmerman, the associate vice provost for marketing and partnership development at DELTA, is retiring after two decades dedicated to online and distance learning. 

NC State Chancellor Randy Woodson and his wife Susan Woodson at the front doors of their residence, The Point

Dec 1, 2021

Chancellor’s Holiday Open House Is Dec. 10

Chancellor Randy Woodson and his wife Susan invite all NC State faculty and staff to The Point for their annual Holiday Open House. 

Benny Suggs receiving the Order of the Long Leaf Pine in 2017

Nov 30, 2021

NC State Alumni Association Leader to Retire

After 11 years at the helm of NC State’s Alumni Association, Benny Suggs will retire in December 2022. 

Photo of campus gateway.

Oct 20, 2021

Timothy J. Danielson Named Associate Vice Chancellor for NC State Human Resources

Danielson will take the helm of University Human Resources on Jan. 31, 2022. 

The NC State belltower in autumn.

Oct 14, 2021

Support Your Favorite Charity Through SECC

This year's State Employees Combined Campaign aims to help charities overcome COVID-19 impacts. 

Two people, in shadows, talk at a picnic table on NC State's campus

Oct 11, 2021

Supporting Our Community

Mental Health First Aid training empowers everyone in the NC State community to recognize and address mental health crises. 

student in a lab

Aug 26, 2021

Friday Institute Puts Equity at the Forefront

An annual conference for teachers, held last month, is just one tool the institute is using to help students thrive in the classroom. 

The Jacques-Cartier River runs between forested ridges in Jacques-Cartier National Park in Québec, Canada.

Jul 28, 2021

Climbing the Mountain of a Lifetime

NC State's George Elvin tells how a backpacking trip in his youth inspired him to seek a career designing green, climate-resilient housing. 

Dave Herpy at Lake Raleigh

Jul 23, 2021

‘Happiness Is a Journey’

Personal tragedy reframed Dave Herpy’s outlook on his life and career. Here, he shares his story — and the six principles that guide him every day. 

Patrick Smith standing in an empty Carter-Finley Stadium

Jun 23, 2021

‘Far From Normal’

Employees who joined NC State during the COVID-19 pandemic reflect on their unique experiences and share what they most look forward to when the university resumes normal operations. 

NC State gateway at sunset

Jun 23, 2021

Innovation Task Forces Explore Lessons Learned During the Pandemic

Four university task forces have been charged with identifying innovative initiatives that arose from NC State’s response to COVID-19 and that should continue after the pandemic. 

Veronica Catete

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. 

Natalie Cooke

May 18, 2021

A ‘Spark’ for Nutrition Science

Just as she discovered nutrition science as an undergraduate at NC State, Natalie Cooke helps ignite students' interest in the discipline. 

The Belltower at NC State.

Apr 15, 2021

NC State’s Julia Rudolph Wins Guggenheim Fellowship

The history professor is honored for her research into the history of gender, law and economics of early modern Europe.