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Agricultural and Human Sciences

Student Spotlight

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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. 
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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. 

Apr 17, 2023

Miranda Parks: YFCS Student Shaping Minds and Hearts

Meet YFCS masters student Miranda Parks and learn how a passion for her work started with a part-time job and grew into a career path. 
Sarah Smart

Feb 8, 2023

Sarah Smart: A Humble Spirit and a Determined Mind

For our February student spotlight, meet Sarah Smart, an alumnus and current graduate student studying agricultural and extension education. 

Jan 11, 2023

YFCS Students In Action: Meet Wesley Berry 

Check out our January student spotlight on YFCS student Wesley Berry. Learn why he chose the YFCS program and the experiences with our excellent faculty. 

Dec 14, 2022

A Nontraditional Path to Academic Success

Crop and Soil Sciences’ Jonathan Moore completes his bachelor’s degree in extension education and sets his sights on a master’s. 
Chelsi Oxendine throwing up NC State wolf ears

Nov 23, 2022

Chelsi Oxendine: Native American Graduate Student Improving Her Community

Graduate student Chelsi Oxendine is passionate about being involved in her community, and it’s played a significant role in deciding which path to take for her career. 

Nov 14, 2022

From 4-H Agent to Graduate Student: Meet Crystal Starkes

In our November student spotlight, we are featuring Crystal Starkes, a YFCS graduate student. She discusses her path from 4-H agent to future doctoral student. 
MacKenna Clifton elected at FFA officer

Nov 8, 2022

MacKenna Clifton Elected as National FFA Officer

After 26 years, North Carolina has a representative as a National FFA Officer. MacKenna Clifton, a junior studying agricultural education, now serves as the Southern Region Vice President. 

Oct 10, 2022

Agricultural Impacts Across the Globe with Andrew Waaswa

AEE doctoral student Andrew Waaswa shares his love of NC State and his dream of opening a farmer learning center in his home county of Uganda.