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Students and families at graduation

Jul 22, 2026

Advice to Graduates on Networking in a New Town

Common scenarios Whatever your situation, moving to a new town after graduation can feel isolating, and it may be hard to know where to start. Networking becomes easier when you focus on building genuine relationships instead of simply collecting contacts. At its core, networking is about seeking advice and developing professional connections. Seven Practical Strategies…
2026-27 new Board of Directors members

Jul 2, 2026

New Members Join the NC State Alumni Association Board of Directors

The NC State Alumni Association board of directors recently welcomed six new members. Board members provide input and guidance to the Alumni Engagement and Annual Giving team and are charged with creating an engaged and invested Wolfpack community for life.

Keisha White with Ms. Wuf at the NC State College of Education High Impact Expo in December 2025.

Jun 30, 2026

NC State Alumni Mentorship Program

The NC State Alumni mentorship program launched in spring 2025, and this year formed a partnership with First in the Pack. Now, after Keisha White and Keyana Scales' formal mentor-mentee relationship has concluded, they see each other as mutual leaders and friends.
Rachel and her dad pose for a picture on campus.

Jun 18, 2026

Fifty Years Later

My dad and granddad were proud NC State alumni, but I initially chose a completely different path. Now, 50 years after my dad’s graduation, I've happily found my way back to the Pack.
Latinx Alumni Society Board at the Volunteer Leadership Conference

Jun 5, 2026

NC State Alumni Volunteer Leadership Conference

NC State Alumni’s volunteer network is powered by thousands of alumni who give their time, talent and treasure to strengthen the Wolfpack community.

Lilly Neal at the Glow Up for Mental Health event 2025.

May 15, 2026

Supporting Student Mental Health

The journey of recovery and outreach employee Lilly Kirn ‘25 and CARES Coordinator Lilly Neal ‘19, both MHA program alumni, who continue to advocate wherever possible for mental health awareness.

Medal recipients

May 6, 2026

2026 Mathews Medal Recipients

The Mathews Medal honors graduating seniors who have served as student leaders and made significant contributions to the advancement of the university.
hal inside belltower

May 4, 2026

A Full-Circle Moment

Almost four decades after graduating, alumnus Hallet (Hal) Davis Jr. finally purchased his NC State class ring. It’s a full-circle moment that comes near the end of his career.
Scales

May 1, 2026

Considering a Career Pivot?

Editor’s note: Barbara Efird is a career coach with NC State Alumni. Career coaching access for alumni is made possible through generous donors who support the Alumni Impact Fund. Are you considering a career pivot? A career pivot means switching from one job path to another.  It does not include changing companies or industries and keeping the…
Drake Bratton with his wife and two sons.

Apr 28, 2026

Broker-in-Charge, Wolf-at-Heart

Drake Bratton, an ‘86 graduate of what is now NC State’s Poole College of Management, is the Broker-in-Charge of Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage in New Bern. His family is three generations Wolfpack strong, housing the legacy of his father, uncles, brothers and sons.