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Monica Osburn

Mar 18, 2026

NC State Counseling Center Director Wins Presidential Award

Monica Osburn was recognized for her many years of service and leadership by the American College Counseling Association (ACCA), receiving the 2026 President's Award for Distinguished and Transformational Leadership at the organization’s annual conference in Myrtle Beach, SC. 
Staffers from NC State Student Media print outlets display their awards at the NC College Media Association conference at Elon University.

Mar 18, 2026

Student Media brings home NC College Media Association Awards

NC State Student Media outlets brought home multiple awards from the 2026 North Carolina College Media Association conference. 
NC State community members gather to celebrate Pack Essentials on Day of Giving.

Mar 16, 2026

Day of Giving Challenge Gift To Launch New Pack Essentials Offering

On this year’s Day of Giving, set for March 25, a generous challenge gift will once again allow Pack Essentials to break new ground.

April Aguila and Jaida Ellis smile and hold up Gambian Girl Power name tags during an experiential learning trip to Gambia.

Mar 13, 2026

Students Enjoy Unique Study Abroad Experience Through MSA Student Support Fund

The MSA Student Support Fund provided funding for Jaida Ellis and April Aguila to embark on a study abroad experience in Gambia in December 2025. 
Two students paddle a canoe at sunset on a lake.

Mar 11, 2026

Wellness Wednesday: Sustainability and Sustaining You: Building a Sustainable State of Mind

As the pace of classes, exams and commitments picks up, the word sustainability takes on another meaning. Sustainability is also about sustaining yourself throughout the semester. One way to do this is by connecting with nature. 

Mar 10, 2026

Why I Chose Education: angela gay-audre ’23PHD on Using What She Has Learned Director of the African American Cultural Center

The director of the NC State African American Cultural Center, angela gay-audre ’23PHD says she chose a career in a higher education environment because she wanted to be at the center of knowledge creation and feels called to the work that guides how people understand, challenge and transform the world around them.
NC State Director of Orchestral Studies Peter Askim.

Mar 5, 2026

Director of Orchestral Studies Peter Askim Wins Outstanding Teacher Award

Since arriving at NC State in 2014, Peter Askim, the Department of Performing Arts and Technology’s director of orchestral studies, has endeavored to provide his students with quality learning experiences both in the classroom and on the stage. 
NC State's marching band performing on the football field the day of a game.

Mar 2, 2026

Instrumental

From stadiums to celebrations, NC State’s marching band is instrumental to the Wolfpack spirit.
Daniel Briceno, the February Division of Academic and Student Affairs Howling Success, holds up his black and red Howling Success pennant in front of a work table and wall bearing several tools.

Feb 27, 2026

Howling Success: Daniel Briceno

Our first Howling Success of 2026 is a first-generation college student who has found a home at NC State through work with TRIO Programs and several other campus endeavors.

Alexis Steptoe beats the drum at a Heart Walk event.

Feb 25, 2026

Showing Heart for Wellness

Energized by her experience of having open-heart surgery as a child, Alexis Steptoe is a staunch advocate for health and well-being on campus. For American Heart Month, she shared her story and some tips for others looking to improve their cardiovascular health.