leadership

Oct 30, 2025

Installation Complete

After being officially sworn in as NC State’s 15th chancellor, Kevin Howell shared his vision for the university’s future as the gold standard of a 21st-century land-grant institution. 

Oct 27, 2025

A Man on the Move

Chancellor Kevin Howell ’88 is already a familiar face around NC State’s campus. 

Aug 25, 2025

Grow Into Global Leadership

The Global Leadership Minor sends NC State students to live and learn in Europe, giving them leadership skills and a growth mindset that sets them apart. 

Aug 21, 2025

Get to Know Krista Walton, NC State’s New Vice Chancellor for Research and Innovation

Vice Chancellor Walton shares how her upbringing on a rural farm helped shape who she is today; what she wanted to be when she grew up; and her favorite part of campus so far.  

Jul 18, 2025

Monks Named Associate Dean and Director of NC State Extension

The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences has named David Monks, a respected CALS administrator, researcher and longtime Extension advocate, as associate dean and director of NC State Extension, effective Aug. 1. 

Apr 16, 2025

Julie Smith Receives Triangle Business Journal Women in Business Award

The award recognizes women who have demonstrated dynamic leadership and outstanding achievements. Smith serves as NC State's vice chancellor for External Affairs, Partnerships and Economic Development. 

Dec 12, 2024

Chancellor’s Leadership Profile Now Available

The digital brochure details what NC State has to offer and what it is looking for in its next leader. 

Sep 26, 2024

Help Inform the Search for the Next Chancellor

Faculty and staff are invited to complete a survey and attend upcoming listening sessions that will help guide the process. 

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. 

Feb 16, 2024

Board of Trustees Approves New Contract for Corrigan

NC State Director of Athletics Boo Corrigan will continue to lead the university's competitive athletics division through June 2029. 

Feb 7, 2024

Senior Vice Provost for Faculty and Academic Affairs Katharine Stewart to Return to Faculty

Senior Vice Provost for Faculty and Academic Affairs Katharine Stewart will be stepping down from her position to return to her full-time faculty role as a professor in the Department of Psychology. Her last day as senior vice provost will be June 30, 2024. 

Jan 31, 2024

Leading by Example: In Remembrance of Dave Rainer

Rainer was NC State's associate vice chancellor for Environmental Health and Public Safety and was responsible for promoting safety and reducing risk among the NC State community. 

Aug 30, 2023

Murphy Joins NC State Board of Trustees; Safran Reappointed

Perry Safran was reappointed to the NC State Board of Trustees by the Senate, while Wendell Murphy was appointed by the House of Representatives.  

May 15, 2023

NC State Leadership, Alumni Recognized on ‘Power 100’ List

Chancellor Randy Woodson was named to Business North Carolina’s “Power List 2023,” which, according to the magazine, cites “the state’s most influential leaders who are making a significant impact in their industries and the broader community.” Chancellor Woodson has been featured among North Carolina’s top leaders annually since the magazine’s inaugural power list recognition. The… 

Mar 1, 2023

“You Can Be That Voice”: Meet 3 Student Leaders

Women’s History Month gives us opportunities to learn from the women who came before us and the women in our lives today. Meet three students who are championing inclusivity and speaking up for one another here on campus.