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A Nontraditional Path to Academic Success

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Female student sitting on rocky Irish coast

Jun 26, 2023

Third-Generation Beekeeper Explores Irish Agricultural Practices

CALS alumna and third-generation beekeeper Jessie Cline immersed herself in Irish culture while advancing her passion for honey bees. 
Shelby Orton holding crops during an internship

May 5, 2023

An Unforgettable Undergraduate Experience

Shelby Orton was drawn to agriculture at an early age. From childhood experiences going on veterinary calls with her father to a summer camp tour of NC State, she always wanted to learn more. 
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May 3, 2023

Ag Teacher Earns Third NC State Degree

Doctoral graduate Jason Bullock combines his dedication to agricultural education, FFA and inclusivity to create a welcoming community for students. 
a female undergraduate student smiling while holding a pig

May 2, 2023

Student Discovers Passion for Pigs at NC State

Molly Jones will start vet school in the fall after working with pigs throughout her undergraduate studies as a Food Animal Scholar. 
Charlotte Yancey smiles with her new class ring.

May 2, 2023

Agroecology Graduate Looks Forward to Applying Her Degree

A specialized degree in agroecology brought Charlotte Yancey to NC State. Small classes, helpful professors and leadership opportunities prepared her for the professional opportunities ahead. 
Andrew Pfeifer holds packets of seeds

Apr 28, 2023

Discovering a Love of Plants

Andrew Pfeifer will be graduating this semester with a bachelor’s degree in horticultural science and minors in entomology and biological science. 
Woman admiring snowy mountain view

Apr 25, 2023

Anna Gessner: Wide-Open Opportunities

CALS graduating senior Anna Gessner teamed up with Feed the Pack and prepared herself for a health care career while earning a nutrition degree. 
a man casting a net into the water

Apr 12, 2023

Sustaining Iconic Fish

While at NC State, Matt Damiano studied the sustainability of mahi-mahi, black sea bass and Atlantic cobia in the Department of Applied Ecology. 
Lucie Ciccone near a stream

Dec 20, 2022

Applying Ecology: Graduate Lucie Ciccone

Lucie Ciccone, a fall 2022 graduate, reflects on studying zoology and ecology during a pandemic. 
Jonathan Moore taking a selfie with a tractor

Dec 13, 2022

A Nontraditional Path to Academic Success

Crop and Soil Sciences’ Jonathan Moore completes his bachelor’s degree in extension education and sets his sights on a master’s.