graduate alumni

Dec 18, 2024

Two-time ISE grad makes plans for the future

As she graduates with her master’s degree in industrial engineering, Tabitha Gardner answers questions about her experience at NC State, how she balances her mental health with her class work and her upcoming plans for the future.

Dec 5, 2024

Mariah Walker ’06, ’10MED, ’12MSA, 24PHD: ‘Education Is Not Just a Career; It Is a Calling to Serve, Empower and Make a Lasting Difference’

As Mariah Walker prepares to graduate with a doctoral degree in educational leadership, she hopes to continue to make a transformative impact on the lives of public school students in North Carolina.

Nov 25, 2024

Retired Army Officer Finds His Place at Poole and in the Workplace

From ‘blank slate’ to full-time job, the Poole College Career Center helped Jenkins MBA grad Luke Hale find and follow a path. 

Nov 6, 2024

Christina Koch to be honored with North Carolina Award for Science

The North Carolina Award is given annually by the state to up to six individuals who have made significant contributions to the state and nation in the fields of fine art, literature, public service and science. Koch, who is being recognized for science, will receive the award from North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper at a ceremony on Nov. 14.

Jul 24, 2024

Global One Health Fellow Spotlight – Savanna Smith

Each year, the Global One Health Academy funds an exceptional group of graduate students with One Health related research interests.

Jul 15, 2024

From Conservationist to Ag Biotech Entrepreneur

CALS alumnus Eli Hornstein is using biotechnology to produce plants that farmers can feed to cattle to reduce their methane production.

Jun 27, 2024

WhyIChoseEducation: ‘I Still Think That It Helps Us Build a Better Society When We Ask Rigorous Questions and Study Them Well,’ Says Stephen Day ’15PHD

Stephen Day has a passion for helping students better understand economics, and now serves as a term associate professor at Virginia Commonwealth University and director of its Center for Economic Education.

Jun 14, 2024

Michael Cento, ‘17, Corporate Accounting Manager, Kymera International

Thanks to the Jenkins MAC program, Michael Cento developed the foundation he needed to change careers from education to accounting – and gained the skills he needed to contribute to the workforce on day one.

May 30, 2024

Nanoengineering Master’s Alum and NC Courage Midfielder Jacori Hayes Touts Distance MSE Graduate Program

In life, it’s natural to question if you’re truly where you’re meant to be. NC State MSE graduate alum and North Carolina FC midfielder Jacori Hayes was certain that in early May of 2024 that he was.

Apr 11, 2024

Kim Garrett Is NC State’s 2024 Esri Innovation Program Student of the Year 

NC State joined a select group of universities worldwide when it became part of the Esri Innovation Program in 2017. Congratulations to our 2024 EIP Student of the Year.