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Artistic rendering of Dean Louis Martin-Vega in reds and grays.

Jun 6, 2023

Better Than He Found It

As the longest-serving dean of engineering at NC State, Louis Martin-Vega will leave a strong legacy the College of Engineering when he steps down at the end of the summer. 
Artist rendering of a Columbia-class submarine underwater. Vessel is dark gray surrounded by a varying shade of blue to mimic water.

Jun 6, 2023

Two NC State Alumni Head Up Columbia-Class Submarine Program

The next generation of nuclear ballistic missile submarines is among the most critical components in the United States’ defense strategy — and two NC State alumni are helping bring the program to life. 
A student wearing a red graduation gown holds up her mortar board in front of her face.

May 3, 2023

The Class of 2023 Is Ready for Graduation

We talked with four members of the graduating class about the defining moments of their time at NC State — building everything from race cars to fashion empires — and their plans for the future. 
The Mathews Medal recognizes graduating seniors who have created a lasting legacy at NC State.

Apr 19, 2023

Mathews Medal Winners

The Mathews Medal recognizes graduating seniors who have created a lasting legacy at NC State. This year’s recipients include a figure skater, a Park Scholar and a composting pioneer — all of whom have sought to make NC State more sustainable, equitable and inclusive. 

Apr 4, 2023

‘We’re Headed for the Moon’

Pioneering NASA astronaut and three-time NC State alumna Christina Koch has been selected for NASA’s Artemis II project — becoming the first woman to travel around the moon and back as part of the four-member Artemis II crew. 

Feb 21, 2023

3 Alumni Elected to National Academy of Engineering

Jim Goodnight, Greg Washington and Benny Freeman are recognized for their outstanding contributions to engineering. The NC State alumni will be inducted into the prestigious organization Oct. 1. 

Feb 10, 2023

Wolfline Connections: A Wolfpack Love Story

For Mallie and Kaitlyn Pennington, an NC State meet-cute was just a bus ride away. 
Christina Koch at astronomy days event.

Jan 31, 2023

_pace, the Final Frontier

In a triumphant return to Astronomy Days at the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, astronaut Christina Koch spells out how even a simple game of Scrabble can take an unexpected turn when you’re floating in zero gravity. 
Kyle and Alyssa holding a presentation check at their golf tournament

Jan 17, 2023

More Than Money

After losing her mother to cancer three days into her freshman year at NC State, Alyssa Bowker found herself thrust into a challenging emotional and financial situation. To honor her mother, and seeded by gifts from their wedding guests, she and her husband created an endowment that they continue to grow to support students facing similar difficulties. 
Sydney Seymour in a greenhouse at a biotech company in Ethiopia

Jan 9, 2023

Solving Problems and Building the Next Generation of Engineers

Sydney Seymour, a three-time alumnus from NC State’s Department of Biological and Agricultural Engineering, owns an international consulting firm. He’s also passionate about training young engineers.