May 2020

May 5, 2020

Graduating without Regrets

Being a Park Scholar has given Abby Scheper the opportunities and the confidence to lead and serve while excelling as a philosophy major with three minors. 

May 5, 2020

Surrounded by Support at the CVM

Amanda Maxwell chose to attend the College of Veterinary Medicine not just for its reputation, but for its equally strong community. With support from faculty, classmates and donors, she is ready for the next step in her career as a laboratory animal veterinarian. 

May 5, 2020

Commissioned for Success

Receiving the Textile Military Scholarship didn’t just enhance Garrett Welsh’s NC State experience — it served as a vote of a confidence in his abilities and confirmation that his work in the classroom and as a member of the Naval ROTC hadn’t gone unnoticed. He’ll soon be applying the skills he learned in college to a career in the Navy. 

May 5, 2020

Park Scholarships Announces Class of 2024

The Park Scholarships program at NC State has named 41 students to its class of 2024 – the 25th class of Park Scholars. These students were selected from a pool of more than 2,100 applicants from three countries, 43 states and 96 of North Carolina’s 100 counties on the basis of outstanding achievements and potential in scholarship, leadership, service and character. 

May 5, 2020

All Is Possible: A Virtual Tour at the Gregg Museum of Art & Design

View the Gregg Museum's exhibit "All is Possible -- Mary Ann Scherr’s Legacy in Metal," curated by jewelry historian and educator Ana Estrades, without leaving home. Supported in part by donors, the exhibition aims to explore the full extent of Scherr’s legacy, endless creativity and innovations. 

May 5, 2020

Corrigan Keeps His Head in the Game

With sporting events on hold due to the pandemic, and many questions about future schedules, fundraising and more being asked, Athletics Director Boo Corrigan focuses on helping student-athletes stay on track academically and personally. 

May 5, 2020

Today Is #GivingTuesdayNow

Today is #GivingTuesdayNow, a global day of giving and unity as an emergency response to the unprecedented need caused by COVID-19. NC State's Student Emergency Fund addresses this need as our students struggle with income loss or unexpected costs for child care, technology and housing. Throughout the day, check out @NCState on Twitter to hear directly from the students keeping their academic progress on track due to the generosity of our donors. 

May 5, 2020

Goodnight Spotlight: Ethan Jenkins

Goodnight Scholar Ethan Jenkins, a member of transfer cohort class of 2022, is living his dream at NC State. An agricultural education major, he looks forward to giving back to his rural Columbus County community after graduation. 

May 5, 2020

Alumni Donors Know Fitts-Woolard Hall is More than a Building

More than 300 alumni have supported the College of Engineering in its effort to raise $60 million in private donations to help fund construction of Fitts-Woolard Hall, scheduled to open this summer. Meet two couples who have made support of the project a priority and learn why they decided to give: Scott and Beth Stabler, and Gerald and Nancy White. 

May 5, 2020

Broussard Named as Next Wolfpack Club Leader

Prominent fundraiser Ben Broussard has been hired as the Wolfpack Clubs's new executive director, replacing long-time leader Bobby Purcell, who is retiring after 33 years of service. Broussard most recently has worked at the University of Colorado, overseeing all aspects of the athletics department's fundraising arm, the Buff Club, as assistant vice chancellor of advancement and senior associate athletic director. He also had a successful stint at his alma mater, Louisiana State.