Student Spotlight

Three young woman posing in front of a red patterned wall

Nov 8, 2023

In Their Own Words: CALS First-Generation Students

In honor of First Generation Celebration Week, CALS recognizes the diversity within the first-generation community and explores how their experiences contribute to the university’s richness.

Oct 10, 2023

Cultivating a Future in Agricultural Education: Meet Katlyn Foy

Growing up in the midst of family farming operations, Katlyn Foy gained a profound understanding of the values of hard work and dedication embedded in agriculture.

Sep 11, 2023

Merging Football and Life Coaching: A Conversation with Alec Cobb

As life coaching continues to grow, learn how NC State football offensive graduate assistant and YFCS graduate student, Alec Cobb, is using it on the football field.

Aug 28, 2023

From Family Farm to Ag Educator

Meet Ag Ed student Ann Morgan Hawthorne. Throughout her life, her family has taught her the value of serving yourself by serving others. Read her story to learn more.

Aug 16, 2023

An Extension Education

Wilson County was a classroom for agricultural education major Clay Beasley this summer as he learned about NC State Extension’s vital role in supporting farmers.

Aug 10, 2023

A Summer of Ag Communications

Through networking at a conference, Peyton Gardner, a senior studying horticultural science and communication, landed a dream summer internship at BASF.

A young Black male student in a classroom

Jul 21, 2023

Championing Resilience and Advocacy

YFCS graduate student, Kimberley Cheatham, recalls her educational journey and how a major event altered the trajectory of her life.

Jun 22, 2023

North Carolina FFA President Finds Home at NC State

As Sydney Loflin reflects on her year as state FFA president, she’s eager to continue exploring her interest in agricultural communications in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences.

May 10, 2023

Distance Education Student Balances Family and Academic Life

New York native and small farmer Michelle Case balances family and work while pursuing her online bachelor’s degree in agricultural science.

May 5, 2023

Ag Teacher Earns Third NC State Degree

Doctoral graduate Jason Bullock combines his dedication to agricultural education, FFA and inclusivity to create a welcoming community for students.