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Emily Packard

The Wolfpack community enjoyed Packapalooza festivities in August

Aug 12, 2026

August 2026 Announcements

Find out the latest happenings related to NC State faculty and staff, professional development opportunities, campus activities and more. 
NC State Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost Jim Pfaendtner

Aug 12, 2026

August 2026 Provost’s Corner

As the 2026-27 academic year begins, I am excited about NC State’s future and grateful to serve as executive vice chancellor and provost. Over the past 100 days, I have engaged with many across the university community, gaining a broader perspective on the strengths positioning us for continued success. 
Talley technology tower at the Talley student union.

Aug 12, 2026

NC State Qualtrics Transitions To Single Sign-On

NC State is requiring that all Qualtrics accounts transition to Single Sign-On (SSO) authentication to better align with university security standards. Starting on Nov. 1, all Qualtrics account holders must use their standard NC State Unity credentials to log in, and all Qualtrics usernames must match an official [email protected] address. 
Juliana Romero-Cortes

Aug 12, 2026

Wolfpack Summer Adventures

NC State will soon welcome faculty, staff and students back to campus for the beginning of a new academic year. Before that, however, we wanted to recap your summer adventures. Whether traveling abroad, serving the community or spending time with loved ones, the Wolfpack stayed busy these past few months. Let’s take a look at what you’ve been up to! 
A tall stone clock tower stands against a bright blue sky, framed by a red brick structure on the left and green foliage on the right.

Aug 6, 2026

Academic Changes for Sustained Success

Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost Jim Pfaendtner has announced several actions that will strengthen academic alignment, expand opportunities for collaboration and ensure future programmatic success. The changes include measures to strengthen academic alignment, and strengthen the university’s applied ecology offerings. All changes will be complete by July 1, 2027.  
Exterior of Jordan Hall, home of NC State University's College of Natural Resources.

Jul 27, 2026

College of Natural Resources Names Interim Dean

Melissa Pasquinelli has been named interim dean of the College of Natural Resources, effective Aug. 1. 
The Talley Student Union offers Howling Cow hand-scooped cups and cones, sundaes, milkshakes, and packaged pints at the Talley Market.

Jul 8, 2026

July 2026 Announcements

Find out the latest happenings related to NC State faculty and staff, professional development opportunities, campus activities and more. 
SPARK: Igniting Outstanding Teaching logo

Jul 8, 2026

Welcome to SPARK 2026: Igniting Outstanding Teaching

Summer is the perfect time to step back, recharge and gather fresh inspiration for the upcoming academic year. That is why the Office for Faculty Excellence is thrilled to invite you to join nearly 700 faculty and staff from around the world to participate in this year’s NC State SPARK (Summer Programs: Aspire, Renew, Kindle). 
NC State Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost Jim Pfaendtner

Jun 10, 2026

June 2026 Provost’s Corner

I am honored and excited to serve this remarkable NC State community as your provost. 
US and NC flags flap in the summer breeze along the dunes of Atlantic Beach.

Jun 10, 2026

Wolfpack Summer Adventures

Summer is here, Wolfpack family! We want to let everyone know what you’ve been up to in the August 2026 issue of the Provost’s Office newsletter.