Student Spotlight

Alice Chen standing on top of a hill overlooking a bridge and water.

May 28, 2020

Studying Abroad: My Experience as an NC State Online International Student

In the latest Youth, Family, and Community Sciences blog post, Alice Chen describes her experiences as an international student in the program.

Young woman sitting on a small boat in the middle of water with two wolfpack hands

Apr 20, 2020

Dedicated to Agricultural Education and Wolfpack Traditions

Mary Kate Morgan, a senior in the Department of Agricultural and Human Sciences, is one of this year’s Mathews Medal recipients.

A young couple on a farm with a miniature cow and sheep.

Feb 10, 2020

First Came Friendship, Then Came Love

NC State College of Agriculture and Life Sciences alumni Taylor and Harrison Jenkins don’t recall their actual first date – they just remember always being together.

Dec 18, 2019

Student Olivia Knott Makes Big Impact with Internship at Reynolds American, Inc.

AEE undergraduate, Olivia Knott shares a bit about her experience working as an intern with Reynolds American Inc.

Portrait of young African American woman with earrings

Dec 16, 2019

AEE Student Tiera George Gains Valuable Research Experience through REACH Program

AEE student, Tiera George shares her internship experience working with the REACH program.

Mar 6, 2018

Student Spotlight: Oaks Leadership Scholar, Courtney Moore

Share a bit about your experience in the Oaks Leadership Scholars Program. This program has transformed my perspective on the social injustices happening in the world. I have learned how…

Dec 11, 2017

Outstanding December Graduate: Jacob Nester

After losing three fingers working to pay for college, Jacob Nester is ready to teach and inspire the next generation of ag ed students.

Dec 7, 2017

Outstanding December Graduate: Amber Page Emerson

As she approaches graduation from the Youth, Family and Consumer Sciences program, Amber Emerson hopes to start a career working with young children and their families.

Student with float bed used to grow lettuce

Nov 28, 2017

Outstanding December Graduate: Maddie Ciszewski

As NC State student Maddie Ciszewski prepares for a career that brings together her passion for agriculture and for people, she’s been at the forefront of student-led efforts to help others learn more about aquaponics.

Oct 19, 2017

Student Spotlight: Passion for Ag Turns into Life Calling

Four years ago Abby Whitaker was confident that CALS was the place to pursue her passion for agriculture, and today she’s surer than ever.