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University Interdisciplinary Programs

We foster interdisciplinary collaboration through the central support of strategic universitywide efforts and initiatives.

Supporting Connection and Collaboration

The new Office of University Interdisciplinary Programs is closely aligned with Wolfpack 2030: Powering the Extraordinary, NC State’s 2021-2030 Strategic Plan, and will lead interdisciplinary programs and initiatives focused on the university’s tri-fold mission of excellent teaching, research and engagement. The office will oversee the strategic areas noted below.

Interdisciplinary Programs and Initiatives

Academies

At NC State, academies facilitate faculty, student and staff connections and contributions to NC State’s areas of interdisciplinary strength.

Biotechnology (BIT) Program

The BIT Program provides state-of-the-art, laboratory-based education in molecular biotechnology.

Coastal Resilience and Sustainability Initiative

NC State is catalyzing change to create a more resilient and sustainable future for coastal communities across North Carolina – and around the world.

Entrepreneurship

Through a wealth of programs and initiatives, we provide you with everything you need to become an entrepreneur at NC State.

Faculty Clusters

The Chancellor's Faculty Excellence Program brings world-class faculty in diverse fields to NC State.

Integrative Sciences Initiative and Building

The Integrative Sciences Initiative and Building will change the way we do science at NC State by facilitating new and impactful synergies in interdisciplinary research and education.

Shelton Leadership Center

The Shelton Leadership Center inspires, educates and develops values-based leaders committed to personal integrity, professional ethics and selfless service.

Liaison to Plant Sciences Initiative

The senior vice provost for university interdisciplinary programs serves as the Provost's Office liaison to the North Carolina Plant Sciences Initiative.

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Jul 7, 2022

Steve Markham Named Executive Director of NC State Innovation and Entrepreneurship, and Goodnight Distinguished Professor in Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Steve Markham, an NC State professor in the Department of Management, Innovation and Entrepreneurship within the Poole College of Management, has been appointed Executive Director of NC State Innovation and Entrepreneurship, and Goodnight Distinguished Professor in Innovation and Entrepreneurship, effective July 1, following Senior Vice Provost for Entrepreneurship Tom Miller’s retirement.

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Jun 7, 2022

Erin Seekamp Named Goodnight Distinguished Professor of Coastal Resilience and Sustainability, and Director of the Coastal Resilience and Sustainability Initiative

NC State’s College of Natural Resources, along with the Office of University Interdisciplinary Programs, is pleased to announce that Dr. Erin Seekamp, a professor of parks, recreation and tourism management and an extension tourism specialist in the College of Natural Resources, has been appointed Goodnight Distinguished Professor of Coastal Resilience and Sustainability, and director of the Coastal Resilience and Sustainability Initiative. The appointment is effective August 16.

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Jun 3, 2022

Rob Dunn Named Senior Vice Provost for University Interdisciplinary Programs

Rob Dunn has been named Senior Vice Provost for University Interdisciplinary Programs, effective June 1, 2022.

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