Exploratory Studies

Gino Fernandes stands next to a tree with Talley Student Union in the background

Dec 1, 2020

Gino Fernandes: Microbiologist, Recording Artist, NC State Graduate

Exploratory Studies helped Gino Fernandes II find his major in microbiology, and he has been a strong advocate for TRIO and the Pack Essentials program.

A construction crane places the elevator shaft on the side of Tucker Hall

Oct 5, 2020

Owen, Tucker Halls Level Up in Accessibility

New elevators were installed in both Tucker and Owen residence halls last week, making the buildings’ upper floors accessible to all students.

Kailee Grable sews one of her handmade masks

Aug 18, 2020

Howling Success: Student’s Summer Project Turns into Impressive Charity Drive

Kailee Grable started making face masks for her family this summer, but has since expanded her production to provide masks and financial assistance to local non-profits and those in need.

Dec 5, 2019

Alumni Spotlight: John Barrett

Graduating from NC State is one of the greatest accomplishments a member of the Wolfpack can achieve; however, the road to this achievement can be a hard one and, for many students, it can include a few obstacles.

Tirezz Hudson stand at the Louvre Museum

Oct 24, 2019

Student Spotlight: Tirezz Hudson

Ronald E. McNair Scholar Tirezz Hudson discussed what it means to have been named as a McNair Scholar, as well as his time in the Exploratory Studies program, and some insight into his recent study abroad experience in France.

Burgess stands inside the doorway of the NC State Memorial Belltower

Jun 28, 2019

Alumni Spotlight: Breanne Burgess

Alumna Breanne Burgess reflects on her time at NC State, the programs that benefited her the most, and the memories she carries with her to this day.

2019 DAS Awards for Excellence photo of presentation.

May 2, 2019

Thought and Done: DASA Celebrates End-of-Year with Awards Ceremony

On May 1, 2019, the Division of Academic and Student Affairs celebrated the end of the year and honored several staff and faculty with Pride of the Wolfpack

Mar 28, 2019

Day of Giving a Huge Success for Academic and Student Affairs

On March 27, 2019, the Division of Academic and Student Affairs raised over $250,000 during NC State's first Day of Giving.

Jan 17, 2019

University College Outstanding Teacher Nominees

Every college within NC State nominates exemplary teachers each year to represent their college. This year, University College considered five spectacular candidates for its nominee for the Outstanding Teacher Award.

May 25, 2018

Exploratory Studies: Connecting Students to Careers

Each Spring semester, the signature Career Connections event aims to help students identify resources and opportunities around campus and beyond to support the pursuit of their career goals, as well as help them make an informed decision on a major.