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Apr 24, 2026

Jim Pfaendtner Selected as Next NC State Provost

As NC State’s chief academic officer, Jim Pfaendtner will be responsible for the institution’s academic mission. 

Apr 23, 2026

2025-26 University Teaching Awards Announced

NC State has honored nearly 50 faculty for their commitment to educational excellence with the 2025-26 University Teaching Awards. Award recipients were recognized at a University Teaching Awards Luncheon and Ceremony on Tuesday, April 21 at the James B. Hunt Jr. Library. 

Nov 13, 2025

Recognizing Our 2025 Promoted and Tenured Faculty

Promotion and tenure mark major milestones in the academic lives of NC State faculty. Promoted faculty have met rigorous standards in their realms of responsibility, and tenured faculty have made a significant impact in their discipline. This year, we recognize 143 faculty for these achievements. 

Sep 19, 2025

Search Committee Appointed to Select NC State’s Next Provost

The university will conduct a national search to replace Provost Warwick Arden. 

May 21, 2025

2025-26 Provost’s Faculty Fellows Announced

The Office of the Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost and the Office for Faculty Excellence have announced the 2025-26 class of Provost’s Faculty Fellows. 

Dec 11, 2024

NC State Announces Launch of Universitywide Climate and Sustainability Academy

Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost Warwick Arden and Senior Vice Provost for University Interdisciplinary Programs Rob Dunn today officially announced the launch of the Climate and Sustainability Academy. 

Oct 17, 2024

The Provost Picks a Winner With New Howling Cow Ice Cream Flavor

If you scream for ice cream, you’ll have a Howling Cow over Caramel Mocha Latte, the latest flavor from NC State’s favorite creamery. Caramel Mocha Latte — the Provost’s Pick — came from a collaboration between Howling Cow and Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost Warwick Arden, and will make its debut at the N.C. State Fair Oct. 17-27. 

Jun 18, 2024

Laura Nelson Named Associate Vice Provost for Academic Personnel and Policy

Laura Nelson has been named the new associate vice provost for academic personnel and policy, effective July 1. 

Apr 18, 2024

2024-25 Provost’s Faculty Fellows Announced

The Office of the Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost and the Office for Faculty Excellence have announced the 2024-25 class of Provost’s Faculty Fellows. 

Feb 13, 2024

NC State Named Top Fulbright Producer

North Carolina State University has been recognized as one of the universities with the highest number of students, faculty, and administrators selected for both the Fulbright U.S. Student and Fulbright U.S Scholar Programs. The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs made the announcement Feb. 13. “We welcome this recognition for a… 

Jul 12, 2023

Faculty Clusters Fuel a Culture of Excellence at NC State

The Chancellor’s Faculty Excellence Program has driven interdisciplinary success at NC State for more than a decade. Now university leaders are investing in a new phase of interdisciplinary growth. 

Apr 27, 2022

Retiring From ‘Dream Job,’ Boney Eyes Future

After reimagining the Emerging Issues Forum and leading NC State's outreach and engagement efforts, Leslie Boney contemplates a retirement crowded with possibilities. 

May 6, 2021

Trustees OK Strategic Plan

Wolfpack 2030, a plan charting NC State's course for the rest of the decade, includes a focus on diversity and seeks to raise the university's visibility as a preeminent public research institution. 

Nov 7, 2019

Shelton Forum to Focus on Ethical Leadership During Difficult Times

Leadership development is focus of annual forum. 

Sep 6, 2018

Changing the Landscape of Graduate Education

Problems related to food, energy and water are becoming increasingly complex. NC State is taking a new approach to prepare the scientists who will solve them.