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Mar 1, 2024

Podcast: Goodnight Grad James B. Robertson

On this episode of the NC State Philanthropy Podcast, we’re joined by James B. Robertson, a two-time NC State alumnus currently working on his doctorate in the College of Sciences, to discuss how private support from Dr. Jim and Mrs. Ann Goodnight has greatly furthered his academic career. 

Feb 29, 2024

Stormin’ Praise for Norman Sloan

Players from NC State’s 1974 NCAA Championship team gathered last weekend to celebrate the 50th anniversary of their accomplishment. Thoughts quickly turned to their coach, Norman Sloan, an NC State graduate who took the men’s basketball program to its greatest heights. 

Feb 22, 2024

Hallowed Things, Cherished Memories

NC State isn’t just a place, it’s in the memories our alumni took with them after graduation. 

Feb 15, 2024

At the Zoo: A Trip to Asheboro with Chancellor Woodson and Veterinarian Dr. Jb Minter

Chancellor Woodson hits the road to talk with Dr. Jb Minter about what it’s like to oversee the care of 250 different species of animals at the North Carolina Zoo in Asheboro. 

Feb 13, 2024

Metcalf Meet-Cute: A Wolfpack Love Story

An inter-dorm flirtation brought together State Mates Diane and Elwood Becton. 

Feb 1, 2024

A Unified Pack From the Start

As the women’s basketball team celebrates its 50th season, players and coaches reflect on its history as the first women’s sport sponsored by the athletics department — and the only program to be fully integrated from its inception. 

Jan 25, 2024

Alumna Dare Coulter Wins 2024 Coretta Scott King Book Award

Alumna Dare Coulter ’15, illustrator of “An American Story,” is one of two winners of the 2024 Coretta Scott King Book Awards honoring African American authors and illustrators of outstanding books for children and young adults. 

Dec 14, 2023

To the Moon: Chancellor Woodson Talks Artemis II and Chasing Dreams with NASA Astronaut Christina Koch

NASA astronaut and three-time NC State alum Christina Koch joins Chancellor Woodson for the first live episode of Red Chair Chats and previews the Artemis II mission, slated to orbit the moon in fall 2024. 

Dec 13, 2023

The Pride of the Wolfpack

During the fall 2023 commencement ceremony, 3,283 students turned their tassels at PNC Arena and left as proud NC State graduates. These graduates have achieved 44 associate, 1,987 bachelor’s, 1,000 master’s and 380 doctoral degrees. Here, we take a look at some of their stories, the impact of NC State on their lives, and how they plan on taking the Wolfpack to the world. 

Dec 12, 2023

Podcast: Extraordinary Entrepreneurship With Andy Albright

On this episode of the NC State Philanthropy Podcast, we’re joined by Andy Albright, an NC State alumnus, donor and board member, to discuss why he supports his alma mater and what kind of difference he’s making.