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Thomas Jefferson Scholars: Realizing the Value of Growth

Makayla High, an animal science and world, languages, and cultures double major, has discovered her voice and confidence through NC State’s Thomas Jefferson Scholars program, where mentorship and community have helped her grow as a leader. 
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You Decide: Is the Homebuying Market Improving?

NC State economist Mike Walden explores recent favorable housing trends and whether they will continue. 
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A Scientist of Firsts: Alumna Lizzie Johnson Harrell

Lizzie Johnson Harrell’s trailblazing career is defined by an impressive series of firsts. The microbiology alumna’s scientific expertise, mentorship and service earned her a 2025 CALS Outstanding Alumni Award. 
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New Grant to Grow Interdisciplinary Biochemistry Master’s Program

Thanks to the Interdisciplinary Biochemistry Master’s Program, Dontae Mosley was able to pursue his master’s degree and launch his career in the biotech industry. Now, more biochemistry graduate students will have the same opportunity through a new grant from the National Science Foundation. 
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Propagating Potential

This NC State Day of Giving, John Bowen is propagating potential through a gift to the Extension Master Gardener Challenge, which when met, will unlock $15,000 to the beloved gardening program and its endowment. 
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Finding a Place in Agriculture

Through the Agricultural Institute, Despina Strates, a double major in horticultural science management and agribusiness management, has homed in on her interests in agriculture and growing her future. 

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Cooking Up Community

Dana Hanson, an Extension specialist in meat science, shares the traditions and local flavors that make North Carolina barbecue exceptional.

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