Get to Know NC State Online ‘24 Grads

May 29, 2024 Nicole Reeve-Parker

A group of 14 people posing indoors in graduation regalia. — Reginald Simon, in sunglasses in the back row, celebrates graduation with members of his Master's in Student Administration '24 cohort.

A firefighter hoping to get into nonprofit management. An engineering intern supporting the U.S. Marine Corps’ national defense mission. A design professor who uses knot-tying to illustrate basic design principles in his classes.

These are just some of the new NC State Online alumni who turned their tassels at commencement ceremonies across the university this month.

Every student’s story is unique — and we want to celebrate them. Whether our students are here in Raleigh, elsewhere in North Carolina, across the country or around the world, NC State Online graduates are lifelong Wolfpack members who proudly represent NC State wherever they Think and Do.

Meet our NC State Online 2024 Graduates

David Grant, Applied Statistics and Data Management Graduate Certificate

Pursuing his passion for statistics, this high school math teacher gained new data management skills that he plans to use in his classroom.

NC State '24 Grads with Mr. and Mrs. Wuf

Katie Hackney, Master of Nutrition

Katie Hackney skillfully balanced motherhood and rigorous coursework in the NC State online Master of Nutrition program. Learn how she turned aspirations into achievements while moving closer to her veterinary dreams.

Dr. Jeremy Jones, NC State Ed.D. '24 — Photo courtesy Jeremy R. Jones

Jeremy R. Jones, Doctor of Education in Community College Leadership

For Dr. Jeremy R. Jones, a Veteran and Military Spouse Direct Transition Coordinator with Hire Heroes USA, the path to earning his Ed.D. in Community College Leadership at NC State was not straightforward. It was a journey fueled by determination, faith and unwavering support.

Bond Lammey at Grand Canyon National Park. Photo courtesy Bond Lammey.

Bond Lammey, Master of Parks, Recreation, Tourism and Sport Management

Determined to find a career path that would allow her to combine her background in nonprofit consulting with her passion for the outdoors, Lammey discovered the online PRTSM program at NC State.

Cherrelle in graduation regalia standing at a lecturn — Cherrelle Lawrence gives the graduate student address at the NC State College of Education commencement ceremony May 3, 2024. Photo courtesy NC State College of Education.

Cherrelle Lawrence, Doctor of Education in Community College Leadership

Despite hardship, non-traditional learner Cherrelle Lawrence achieved her dream of earning a doctorate in community college education.

Ryan Phillips celebrates graduation at Carter-Finley stadium May 4, 2024. Photo courtesy Ryan Phillips.

Ryan Phillips, Bachelor of Science in Leadership in the Public Sector

New LPS grad Ryan Phillips hopes to use the skills and knowledge acquired through his degree to transition from firefighting to nonprofit leadership.

Reginald Simon rocks one of his signature bow ties. Photo courtesy Reginald Simon.

Reginald Simon, Master of Student Administration, Principal Preparation

Educator Reginald Simon is genuinely passionate about developing the leadership potential and self-esteem of the young people he teaches, mentors, advises and coaches.

Savannah Tabor, Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

First-generation college graduate Savannah Tabor earned an NC State Online engineering degree in a hybrid program located in Havelock, NC, that allowed her to stay close to home and continue her internship with the U.S. Marine Corps.