Students

Dec 12, 2024

Building Connections and Supporting Families Through Leadership

Briana Wilson, a master’s student in youth, family, and community sciences, is dedicated to empowering families and fostering community connections through her academic journey and professional work as program director for family and supporter engagement at UNC Charlotte. 

Jul 19, 2024

Exceptional Work Earns Saifur Rahman Prestigious Fellowship

Saifur Rahman, a doctoral student in the Department of Agricultural and Human Sciences at NC State, has been awarded the Mansour Doctoral Fellowship for the 2024-2025 academic year, recognizing his outstanding research and academic achievements. 

Jul 17, 2024

Committed to Community Wellness

Through her roles at the Poe Center for Health Education and the Wellness and Recreation Center on campus, Emma Hardy, a dedicated master's student in YFCS, combines her passion for health education and wellness. 

Jun 7, 2024

Hailey Eason’s Path to Agricultural Education and FFA Leadership

As her time as an NC FFA officer ends, Hailey Eason reflects on her passion for agricultural education through hands-on experience and leadership roles. 

May 28, 2024

AHS Highlights from the 2024 AAAE Conference

Members of the AHS Department recently traveled to Kansas for the annual AAAE Conference, where they presented their research papers and posters. 

May 13, 2024

Fostering Well-Being for Immigrant Families

Maria Angelica Guzman's journey from Chile to NC State has been a testament to her passion for family life education, culminating in her graduation with a master's degree in YFCS and her impactful work supporting immigrant families. 

Apr 26, 2024

AHS Presents at the 2024 AIAEE Conference

Members of the AHS Department recently traveled to Orlando for the annual AIAEE Conference, where they presented their research papers and posters. 

Mar 5, 2024

Empowering Faith Communities with Christian Woods

Growing up with parents immersed in the education field, Christian Woods found himself engaged with families, youth, and communities from an early age. Learn more about his passion for the faith communities. 

Dec 8, 2023

From Rural Roots to Extension Excellence

Growing up surrounded by cattle and the Christmas tree industry in Ashe County, Alex Kissinger developed a profound connection to agriculture. This passion for farming grew during high school, his… 

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.