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Alumni Success

Yakir Malul

Jul 20, 2022

MAC Alum ’13 Learns to Thrive Under Pressure at JetBlue

Yakir Malul divides his time at JetBlue into two periods: pre-pandemic and post-pandemic. He continues to thrive in this challenging industry and enjoys being in a position where he can translate strategy and vision into reality for his team.
Rinat Kapev

Jul 20, 2022

Global Alumni Spotlight: Reaching High Peaks

Rinat Kapev, class of 2020, graduated from NC State with a master of International Studies. The program altered his life trajectory and opened new doors for professional and academic development. He is grateful to all staff and faculty members who supported his academic journey.
Kristen Shepherd

Jun 23, 2022

MAC Program Alumna Finds Mission and Purpose Through Accounting

Kristen Shepherd's current role as the lead restaurant cash management accountant at Chick-fil-A, has enabled her to marry her personal and professional passions, creating a new sense of excitement and ambition regarding her work contributions.
Zack Jenio in his graduation robes, making a wolfie sign in front of the Memorial Belltower

Jun 9, 2022

Howling Success: Zack Jenio

Graduate student Zack Jenio has made a difference at NC State as a champion for wellness, a leader in his fraternity and an inspiration to those around him.
Carmina Ferreras standing in front of mural wall

Apr 19, 2022

Mural Contest Winner’s Vision Comes to Life

Carmina Ferreras' inspirational design for the mural contest comes to life inside the lobby of the Graduate School.
Chasity McCurdy

Mar 24, 2022

Master of Parks, Recreation, Tourism and Sport Management Graduate is knocking it out of the park

A recent graduate of NC State University’s online Master of Parks, Recreation, Tourism and Sport Management program (MPRTSM), Chasity McCurdy was named to the National Recreation and Parks Association 30 Under 30 Young Professionals list in February.
Cara Kowalchyk sampling fish

Feb 23, 2022

Cara Kowalchyk Wins 2022 CSGS Master’s Thesis Award

Congratulations to applied ecology alum Cara Kowalchyk for being awarded the Conference of Southern Graduate Schools' 2022 Master's Thesis Award.
Prasad Joshi Portrait over blueprint graphics

Dec 21, 2021

Learning Beyond the Classroom: An Alumnus Celebrates a Patent Award Milestone

Prasad Joshi is a 2018 graduate from the Master of Industrial Design program at the College of Design, and was recently awarded a patent along with fellow student Charity Kirk for their work on a bassinet design.
Danielle Morrin stands outside of Carter-Finley Stadium on graduation day wearing her regalia.

Dec 21, 2021

Danielle Morrin: Pursuing a Passion in Sports

Danielle Morrin continued her full-time job with ECU Athletics while earning her Master of Parks, Recreation, Tourism and Sport Management online at NC State.
Community College Leadership Graduate Fallon Brewington.

Dec 21, 2021

CEO of Boys & Girls Club Conquers Community College Leadership Program

Fall graduate Fallon Brewington has overcome challenges during her time in the Community College Leadership distance education program. Now a CEO of a Boys & Girls club, she reflects on her experience with pride and gratitude.