Alumni and Giving

Our alumni are innovators and industry leaders — and the work they do changes the world.

Family For Life

Graduating from the Department of Animal Science doesn’t end your relationship with us — it’s just the beginning.

Our alumni are committed to supporting the next generation of graduates through gifts of time, talent and resources — and in turn, preparing them to make a real impact on the industry.

Stay in touch. Come back and visit. Make a gift.

And let’s build a legacy, together.

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Charlotte Meli’s Journey

When Animal Science faculty member Billy Flowers opened the door for Charlotte Meli to help with his research, she had no idea how much the experience would change her life. Meli, who had recently graduated with a degree in animal science, no longer wanted to pursue her lifelong dream of becoming a large animal veterinarian.

Instead, she decided to go to graduate school at NC State. And today, she’s following her mentor’s lead by teaching, advising and inspiring students in the Department of Animal Science.

Read Charlotte’s story