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Deepening Her Roots in Science Education: Meet Christy Mathes, Biology for Educators ’25

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Dylan Matheny

Aug 10, 2026

From Marine Corps Mechanic to Mechanical Engineer, Dylan Matheny Builds on Experience Through NC State’s Havelock Engineering Program

For Dylan Matheny, engineering did not begin in a classroom. It began in the maintenance shops, inspection areas and testing facilities where he worked on complex aircraft systems as a Marine Corps aircraft engine mechanic. Over time, Matheny found himself drawn less to the task in front of him and more to the larger questions…
Matt Cairnes

Aug 10, 2026

From Music to Mental Health, Matt Cairnes Finds a New Calling Through NC State Online

Matt Cairnes had built a life around music. As a musician from Scotland, he traveled the world, performed with others, wrote songs and built a career rooted in listening, connection and creative expression. Music also brought him to the person who would become his wife. Then, during the COVID pandemic, Cairnes moved from Scotland to…
Michelle Case

Jul 30, 2026

Agricultural Science Online Graduate Michelle Case Proves It Is Never Too Late to Pursue a Dream

Michelle Case had a question she could not ignore. After years of working in a public high school agricultural program in New York, supporting students and serving through Future Farmers of America (FFA), she wondered whether she would ever reach her own goal of leading an agricultural classroom. She had already started late by traditional…
Scott Rietvelt and family in front of the Belltower

Jun 1, 2026

From Soldier to Fire Captain to NC State Graduate, Scott Rietvelt Completes a Lifelong Goal

Scott Rietvelt first came to NC State in 2003 as a political science major. A year later, his path changed. In 2004, he enlisted in the U.S. Army as a cavalry scout and served on active duty until 2009. When he returned to NC State that fall, he quickly realized he was not yet prepared…
Markus Fornelius following the interview where he became a a full-fledged nuclear engineering officer.

Mar 27, 2026

Markus Fornelius, MEM ‘25, Prepares for His Next Mission

Naval nuclear officer Markus Fornelius completed NC State's online MEM degree in just one year, formalizing his years of fleet leadership and confidently transitioning into the civilian world.
Photo of Hannah Williams, NC State MPRTSM Graduate

Feb 11, 2026

Leading Through Play: How Hannah Williams, MPRTSM ’25, Found Her Path Back to NC State

Hannah Williams, MPRTSM ’25, returned to NC State to grow as a campus recreation leader while balancing full-time work, graduate studies and basketball.

Feb 4, 2026

Building Community Across NC’s Life Sciences Sector

Cristina Maldonado, a Jenkins Online MBA student, co-founded the Operational Excellence Network (OEN) to connect students and professionals across North Carolina’s life sciences industry. The grassroots group supports mentorship, continuous improvement and real-world impact.

Jan 30, 2026

Jenkins Online Graduate Business Programs Get High Marks in New U.S. News & World Report Rankings

The Jenkins Online Master’s Programs continue to rank in the top 25 nationwide.
Sofia Phillips

Dec 10, 2025

Start Anyway: Meet Sofia Phillips, Leadership in the Public Sector ’25

Sofia Phillips understands that progress rarely waits for the perfect moment. As a 20-year veteran of the North Carolina National Guard, a legislative and government affairs officer and a mother of three, her story is one of perseverance, humor and relentless forward motion. Long before she enrolled in the NC State Leadership in the Public…
Christy Mathes, Biology for Educators, NC State University

Oct 30, 2025

Deepening Her Roots in Science Education: Meet Christy Mathes, Biology for Educators ’25

Wyoming educator Christy Mathes found the perfect balance of flexibility, rigor and support in the NC State online Graduate Certificate in Biology for Educators, deepening her expertise and reigniting her passion for teaching science.