Program Support

Apr 22, 2024

DASA Executive Director of Development Nicki Peterson Wins Extraordinary Spirit Award

Over the course of her 19 years at NC State, Nicki Peterson, the Division of Academic and Student Affairs’ executive director of development, has strived to provide her colleagues with every opportunity possible to grow and develop. At University Advancement’s awards ceremony on April 11, Peterson’s efforts were recognized as she received the Extraordinary Spirit Award. 

Apr 22, 2024

Announcing the Park Alumni Society Board for 2024-2026

The Park Scholarships program recently announced the new board members of the Park Alumni Society for 2024-2026. The society was formed in 2003 to serve as a clearinghouse for information for Park alumni, foster interaction between alumni and current scholars, be involved in the program’s recruitment and selection process, and more. These six new members, along with three returning members, will further that work. 

Apr 22, 2024

NC State Couple Donates Land for Natural Resources Education

When Tom and Priscilla Terry decided to donate 138 acres along Broad Creek to NC State, they gave a gift designed to keep on giving to students interested in learning about and managing our natural resources for generations to come. The Terrys also included a provision guaranteeing that if the property is ever sold, the proceeds of that sale will go toward an existing scholarship fund in the College of Natural Resources that the Terrys created a few years ago. 

Apr 22, 2024

Packing His Bags for an Adventure in Colombia

Kanton Reynolds, Edward P. Fitts Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering faculty member and Park Faculty Scholar for the classes of 2023 and 2024, has been selected to participate in the 2024 Fulbright-Hays Seminars Abroad Program in Colombia. Known for his dedication to experiential education and global engagement, Reynolds sees this opportunity as a way to further expand educational horizons for NC State students. 

Apr 15, 2024

#PoolePack Community Comes Together for 2024 Day of Giving

Poole College of Management raised the most gifts across the university and won several giving and social media challenges on NC State’s Day of Giving. 

Apr 15, 2024

Friday Institute Celebrates 20 Years on NC State’s Centennial Campus

The Friday Institute officially opened Nov. 9, 2005, thanks to donor support. Since then, the institute has become a leader in K-12 education practice, research and policy, constantly shifting and changing its priorities as needed. 

Apr 8, 2024

The Wilson College of Textiles Shatters Records on Day of Giving While Honoring 125 Years of Textiles Education

On March 20, the Wilson College of Textiles community raised more than $3 million to benefit exceptional students, staff, faculty, programs and research. This achievement aligns with a major milestone: the 125th anniversary of textiles education at NC State. 

Apr 8, 2024

Successful Fundraising Campaign Boosts Materials Science and Engineering

The 2024 Day of Giving was a record success for Materials Science and Engineering, with generous contributions from alumni and industry leaders helping the department reach a significant milestone in its fundraising efforts. 

Apr 8, 2024

The ‘Domino Effect’ of Helping Healers

Jackie Jaloszynski and Sid Bragg found life-changing care and an unexpected connection at the College of Veterinary Medicine, inspiring them to give back to support veterinarians- and specialists-in-training. 

Apr 1, 2024

Bringing Extraordinary Ideas to Life

Each year, the NC State University Foundation invites grant proposals in order to provide seed-funding for new and innovative programs or initiatives that enhance the quality of the undergraduate and graduate experience at NC State. Learn more about this invaluable process and then enter your proposal for consideration.