Emily Packard

Feb 9, 2022

Honorary Degree Call for Nominations

The Faculty Committee on Honorary Degrees at NC State seeks nominations for recipients of honorary degrees. Honorary degrees represent NC State’s highest recognition of outstanding contributions to academic, professional or civic society, that create a model for others to emulate and reflect the mission and vision of the university. 

Feb 9, 2022

February 2022 Provost’s Corner

Though we’re in the midst of the shortest month of the year, we’re certainly not short on activity here at NC State. This month, we celebrate Black History Month, recognizing the contributions of Black Americans to both NC State and the entire country. 

Feb 1, 2022

2021-22 University Faculty Scholars Named

NC State’s 2021-22 class of University Faculty Scholars was announced today. These 23 early- and mid-career faculty receive this designation in recognition of their outstanding academic achievements and contributions to NC State through their teaching, scholarship and service to the university and beyond. 

Jan 28, 2022

Dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine Finalist Interviews Announced

Two finalists for dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine have been selected for on-campus interviews, which will begin the week after next. 

Jan 26, 2022

Search for Dean of the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Now Underway

An open search for the dean of the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences is now underway. As previously noted, Dean Rich Linton will step down February 15 to become the president of Kansas State University. John Dole, associate dean and director for academic programs, will serve as interim dean effective February 16. 

Jan 18, 2022

Rob Dunn Named Interim Senior Vice Provost for University Interdisciplinary Programs

Rob Dunn has been named Interim Senior Vice Provost for University Interdisciplinary Programs, effective January 17. Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost Warwick Arden made the announcement today. 

Jan 12, 2022

January 2022 Announcements

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

Jan 12, 2022

Deadline for QEP Pre-Proposal Submissions Extended

The 2024 SACSCOC Reaffirmation Steering Committee invites the NC State community to participate in the development of pre-proposals for the university’s 2024-2029 Quality Enhancement Plan. The deadline for pre-proposal submissions has been extended to midnight on Friday, January 28. 

Jan 12, 2022

January 2022 Provost’s Corner

Welcome to the spring 2022 semester! You’ll notice a few new faces around campus this year, as we welcome more than 1,300 new students to NC State. 

Jan 12, 2022

Advancing a Culture of Interdisciplinary Excellence

The concept of interdisciplinarity encompasses not only the production of new knowledge through collaboration across disciplines, but new ways of putting that knowledge to use for the benefit of others. Interdisciplinary education lays the foundation for personal and professional success for members of academia and the students under their purview.