Graduate School

Emily Potok (left) and Laura Potok (right) stand on either side of a white sign that reads "Textiles Complex" at the Wilson College of Textiles campus.

May 31, 2023

Sisters Pursue Their Master’s Together at the Wilson College of Textiles

Emily and Laura Potok earned different undergraduate degrees but have reunited in graduate school to pursue their master’s in textile engineering.

Imani Madison holding a pipette in a lab

May 25, 2023

A Passion for Plant Research

Imani Madison won the 2022 Kenneth R. Keller Research Award for her research on how stress and other external factors affect the development of plant cell tissues.

Ayele Kuevidjen (right) and College of Humanities and Social Sciences Dean Deanna Dannels.

May 18, 2023

Designing a Diplomatic Future

Recent Master of International Studies graduate Ayele Kuevidjen is set to launch her career on the global stage as an American diplomat in the foreign service.

May 3, 2023

Ag Teacher Earns Third NC State Degree

Doctoral graduate Jason Bullock combines his dedication to agricultural education, FFA and inclusivity to create a welcoming community for students.

May 2, 2023

Graduation to Vocation: Corey White Democratizes Geospatial Modeling

Corey White will graduate in May with a Ph.D. in geospatial analytics from the College of Natural Resources. Upon graduation, he will launch OpenPlains Inc. in Durham, North Carolina as founder and CEO.

May 2, 2023

Doctor of Education, Community College Leadership Grad Credits Mother for Success

NC State Online and Distance Education graduate takes his leadership role to the next level at Durham Technical Community College. He strives to set an example for others with diverse backgrounds to show them they belong and can succeed in the higher education world.

May 2, 2023

Rahul Chakraborty finds community at NC State by embracing opportunities

When Rahul Chakraborty defended his thesis in February, more than 100 of his friends came to celebrate over a potluck dinner. He’s expecting to see just as many friends when he returns to Raleigh for NC State University’s commencement ceremony on May 6.

photo of NC State Online graduate Amy Mahle standing in her back yard

May 2, 2023

Online Graduate Motivated to Broaden Leadership Role

Online graduate Amy Mahle earned her Education Doctorate in Community College Leadership through NC State Online and is ready to broaden her leadership role and use her new skills in her career.

May 1, 2023

Grad Student Profile: Lily Kile

Ph.D. student Lily Kile's passion for soil research led her to NC State. She is currently researching how plant genetics can influence phosphorus uptake.

Apr 27, 2023

Part of the Pack as Employees — and Graduates

Ryan Velazquez and Tania Gavino-Lopez melded theory in the classroom with experience in the field as they worked on campus while pursuing master’s degrees in higher education administration.