Alumni and Friends

Sep 17, 2020

Thank You Day of Giving Friends

Despite a world of upheaval, the Pack came together yesterday on the NC State Day of Giving to donate over $23M to support our students. 

Sep 15, 2020

Day of Giving Donations Fuel Student Experiences

Wolfpack membership is for life. NC State’s Day of Giving: Stronger as a Pack celebrates the impact of the Pack. This special event is September 16, 2020. 

Jun 26, 2020

Alumni Profile: Dorian Perez

Crop and Soil Sciences alumni Dorian Perez tried college, twice. But when the first pass didn’t stick, he tried another route that started him towards his field of dreams. 

May 18, 2020

Grower Spotlight: Pace Family Farms

Michelle Pace Davis is a sixth generation Johnston County farmer who has learned the importance of farm adaptability, ag education and customer connections. Part of her farm’s mission is to invite and to educate - including students from her alma mater. 

Oct 25, 2019

NC State Alumni Take the Field in World Series

The Washington Nationals' beautiful field is courtesy of John Turnour, a 2001 NC State turfgrass graduate. John will be on the largest of sports stages as the Nationals host the World Series for the first time. 

Apr 5, 2018

Breeding Success

Marilyn and Charles Stuber establish the Dr. Charles W. Stuber Sr. and Dr. Marilyn M. Stuber Distinguished Professorship in Plant Breeding 

Mar 26, 2018

Crop and Soil Sciences Alumnus Norris Tolson Gives Back by Endowing Scholarship

The Tolson family gives back to NC State University by directly assisting CALS undergraduate students. 

Feb 9, 2018

AgPack Strong: Ag Institute Grad Jason Barbour Diversifies

On his farm near Four Oaks, Jason Barbour grows a lot of the usual North Carolina crops – tobacco, sweet potatoes, small grains, soybeans and corn. But in recent years he’s added a crop that wouldn’t make that list: popcorn. 

Nov 21, 2017

Angie Barefoot Awarded “Pride of the Wolfpack”

“These are some good students, and I do what I do for them. I work for the students.” 

Nov 17, 2017

Professor Emeritus Doug Gross Fulfills Dream, Parachutes For First Time at 93

93-year-old Doug Gross, professor emeritus and a World War ll veteran, parachuted for the first time on Nov. 11, 2017. His timing was perfect for Veteran's Day.