alumni spotlight

Feb 22, 2023

Dr. Rachel Monteverdi: Against All Odds

YFCS alumni, Dr. Rachel Monteverdi, discusses the obstacles she had to work through to have a successful career and how NC State prepared her. 

Nov 28, 2022

Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility in the Classroom and Beyond

"Triple Wolf" Byron Green shares his passion for inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility in the classroom and beyond. 

Oct 31, 2022

Helping Children Thrive: Taylor McDonald’s Mission

Taylor McDonald, alumni of the YFCS program, discusses her mission of assisting children to thrive and how NC State helped her get there. 

Sep 29, 2022

Curiosity, Horticulture, and Education with Hannah Bundy

Recent AEE graduate, Hannah Bundy, expresses her gratitude to NC State and the impactful time she had in the program. 

Aug 29, 2022

Kendra Dowen – Why I Chose a Career in Youth, Family, & Community Sciences

Kendra Dowen discusses why she chose a career in youth, family and community sciences in our next AHS Alumni Spotlight. 

Jul 27, 2022

Alumni Spotlight: Kristen Taber, Founder of Tabletop Media Group

Tabletop Media Group Founder and AEE Alumni, Kristen Taber, explains her path from extension education to operating a media agency. 

Jun 27, 2022

Jenny Vazquez ‘20 Translates Experience and Passion into a Meaningful Career

YFCS Alumni, Jenny Vazquez, reflects on her time at NC State and how it prepared her for the career she has now! 

Apr 28, 2022

Chrissy Haynes ‘07 ‘19 Serves Her Community as Montgomery County Extension Director

Chrissy Haynes, Montgomery County Extension Director and extension education alumni, discuses her path from internship to county director. 

Mar 30, 2022

Harnett County Superintendent Grateful for Wolfpack Roots

Harnett County Schools Superintendent Aaron Fleming reflects on his experience as a high school student studying agriculture and participating in FFA that motivated him to join the Wolfpack and pursue a career in agricultural education.  

Feb 28, 2022

Alumni Spotlight: Ivery Turns Passion into a Career

YFCS Alumni, Niambi Ivery, discusses how the program assisted her with a career change and provided her with the tools and skills to excel in her new career path.