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May 17, 2022

Rising Starr

Starr Gibens is an expert at putting thought into action. The first-generation college graduate came to NC State with a list of what she wanted to accomplish, and she has done so much more as a leader, community member, scholarship recipient and advocate for her fellow students. 

Alyssa McInnis and Emily Southard in their red graduation robes, sitting in the stands of Carter Finley Stadium

May 16, 2022

‘Whatever You Need, I’m There’ — Meet #NCState22 Best Friends Emily and Alyssa

Brought together by the saxophone section, best friends reminisce on their time in Carter-Finley Stadium. 

Lara Rabinowitz in her graduation cap and gown in front of the Memorial Belltower at Henry Square.

May 10, 2022

Weaving a Bright Future

Private support enabled Lara Rabinowitz ’22 to study on campus and abroad during her time at NC State, all while combining seemingly different majors in seamless ways. Now, as one of the university’s most recent graduates, she’s taking her (very) unique skillset out West for an exciting new career opportunity. 

A group of six students who won the Richard Blanton Award

May 9, 2022

UHSP Announces Spring 2022 Richard L. Blanton Outstanding Capstone Award Recipients

Six amazing students in the University Honors and Scholars Program recently received the spring 2022 Richard L. Blanton Outstanding Capstone award. 

Loujain Al Samara in front of the Belltower in her cap and gown

May 6, 2022

A Perfect Circle

Park Scholar Loujain Al Samara ’22 pursued a broad range of experiences during her four years at NC State, and she graduates this May with a new understanding of what she has learned, how she has grown and what comes next — thanks to private support. 

Noor Shehata and Sydney Gyurek

May 6, 2022

Spring 2022 Alex Miller Outstanding University Scholar Award Winners Announced

The University Honors and Scholars Program has bestowed the 2022 Alex Miller Outstanding University Scholar award to Sydney Gyurek and Noor Shehata. 

Ben Masters wearing a mask and gloves, working in the lab

May 5, 2022

Spotlight on Our Students: Ben Masters

The University Honors and Scholars Program (UHSP) interviews Ben Masters, a senior majoring in chemistry who plans to pursue a Ph.D. at the University of Chicago after graduation. 

Solteria Ross poses in graduation gown in front of Hunt Library.

May 4, 2022

Senior Solteria Ross gives herself grace

Solteria Ross, who graduates this May with a B.S. in aerospace engineering and minors in English and women’s and gender studies, has enjoyed her classes, internships and experiences learning about one of her earliest passions, space. But dance, which she started at 3 years old, is what has kept her grounded during her years at NC State. 

Arnulfo Silva wearing red graduation robes and making a wolfie sign with his hand in front of the smoke stack that says "State College."

May 3, 2022

Meet the Graduates 

The Division of Academic and Student Affairs recognizes some standout spring 2022 graduates who have made their mark on the university through their involvement and leadership on campus, especially in DASA programs.  

Dylan Inman '22 holds up wolfies.

May 3, 2022

Leaving a Legacy: Dylan Inman ’22 Makes a Lasting Impression

The political science and sociology double major is graduating this weekend and then off to Indianapolis to work for his fraternity, Theta Chi, as a growth specialist. But as an enthusiastic member of the Wolfpack, Inman says his long-term goal is to find a road that leads back to NC State.