Emily Packard

Dec 10, 2025

Meet Our Fall 2025 Graduates

NC State’s fall 2025 commencement ceremony will welcome 3,384 graduates into the Wolfpack alumni family. Together they will have earned 40 associate, 2,104 undergraduate, 985 master’s and 369 doctoral degrees. Each graduate traveled a unique path to get where they are today; we’re sharing some of their journeys here. 

Dec 10, 2025

Elevate Your Impact: The 2026 Conference on Faculty Excellence

NC State is preparing to welcome educators from across campus, the region and state for the fourth annual Conference on Faculty Excellence, scheduled for Thursday, March 5, 2026, at Talley Student Union. The conference serves as a pivotal forum for celebrating faculty scholarship, sharing innovative teaching methodologies, and supporting professional development. 

Dec 10, 2025

December 2025 Provost’s Corner

We’re getting closer to the end of the fall semester and a much-deserved break. But first, we’re looking forward to a time of celebration with our university community during winter commencement on December 13, welcoming many new alumni into our family. 

Dec 10, 2025

December 2025 Announcements

From the Climate and Sustainability Academy: From DELTA: From the Office of Equal Opportunity: From the Office of Global Engagement: From the Global One Health Academy: From the Office of… 

Nov 21, 2025

OASIS Academic Innovation Accelerator Launches

The Office of Academic Strategy, Innovation and Solutions (OASIS) recently launched its Academic Innovation Accelerator, meant to support innovative, one-year pilot projects that drive progress towards NC State’s academic goals. The Accelerator is a platform for innovation that is both locally grounded and institutionally aligned. Projects contribute directly to the university’s Wolfpack 2030 strategic plan and support division-specific academic strategies. 

Nov 12, 2025

November 2025 Provost’s Corner

Thank you all for yet another successful Red and White Week — we are fortunate to have witnessed the installation of Chancellor Kevin Howell, and we were all reminded why NC State is such a special place to call home. Now the final exams and commencement are coming up; the time has certainly flown by this semester! 

Nov 12, 2025

November 2025 Announcements

Find out the latest happenings related to NC State faculty and staff, professional development opportunities, campus activities and more. 

Nov 12, 2025

2025 Promoted and Tenured Faculty

Promotion and tenure mark major milestones in the academic lives of NC State faculty. Promoted faculty have met rigorous standards in their realms of responsibility, and tenured faculty have made a significant impact in their discipline. This year, we recognize 143 faculty for these achievements. 

Nov 12, 2025

Five Questions with Jack Rodenfels, Director of Non-Degree Credential Program Innovation

Jack Rodenfels, director of non-degree credential innovation within the Office of Academic Strategy, Innovation and Solutions, plays an integral role in advancing microcredentials at the university. We recently spoke with Rodenfels about his position, the importance of microcredentials for the campus community, and what’s next for microcredentials and academic innovation at NC State. 

Oct 20, 2025

Provost’s Office Communications Manager Marielle Pocan to Retire

Office of the Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost Communications Manager Marielle Pocan plans to retire effective January 1, 2026.