Mission Complete: Andrew Bolomey Becomes His Family’s First College Graduate

Jun 16, 2025

Mission Complete: Andrew Bolomey Becomes His Family’s First College Graduate

After a decade-long detour through federal service and military life, Andrew Bolomey returned to NC State to finish what he started, becoming the first in his family to earn a bachelor’s degree.

Jun 9, 2025

Building a Future in Parks and Recreation: Meet Ellison Lambert, MPRTSM ’25

Ellison Lambert returned to NC State to pursue her online Master of Parks, Recreation, Tourism and Sport Management (MPRTSM) degree while working full time and leading community programs.

Emily Boyd M.Ed. in College Counseling '25

Jun 2, 2025

From Elementary Teacher to Academic Advisor: Emily Boyd’s Journey Back to NC State

After ten years in the classroom, mother-of-four Emily Boyd returned to NC State to pursue her dream of becoming an academic advisor through the online M.Ed. in College Counseling.

May 29, 2025

Kayla Layden ‘24, Marketing Coordinator, D.R. Horton

When her original grad program was discontinued, Kayla Layden pivoted into NC State’s Master of Marketing Analytics—and found a new path she’s passionate about. From faculty support to real-world connections, the MMA program helped her build the skills and network to thrive in a new industry.

Tyler Bailey with NC State football players

May 27, 2025

Navigating Uncertainty With Precision: Tyler Bailey’s Path From Military Intelligence to Risk Analytics

After over a decade of military service, Tyler Bailey is charting a new course with the NC State Master of Management, Risk and Analytics program.

Darasjot Hothi, LPS '25, at an NC State Wolfpack women's basketball game.

May 16, 2025

Courtside to Classroom: Darasjot Hothi Finds Success in the Online B.A. Completion Program

Darasjot Hothi balanced work, coaching, and academics to complete his degree through the NC State online Leadership in the Public Sector program. Now, he’s ready to step onto a new court — life after graduation.

Marisol Garcia-Sandoval, NC State M.Ed. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

May 1, 2025

Finding Purpose in Mental Health Counseling: Meet Marisol Garcia-Sandoval, CMHC ’25

Marisol Garcia-Sandoval, a first-generation college student and passionate advocate for social justice, found purpose and community in NC State’s online M.Ed. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling program.

Apr 30, 2025

Persistence in Action: Amy Bisset’s Journey Through NC State’s Online Bachelor’s Program

After a decade of balancing work, family and school, Amy Bisset completed her degree through the NC State Online LPS program and is now finally ready to pursue her MBA.

Rodney Bizzell NC State Master or Accounting Grad

Apr 17, 2025

Rodney Bizzell: Retirement, Reinvention and a New Path in Accounting

After 30 years of public service, Rodney Bizzell is embarking on a new professional journey with the Jenkins online MAC program.

Apr 14, 2025

Giving Back and Looking Forward: Liz Kennedy’s Journey from Irish Roots to ESL Educator

As a veteran teacher and immigrant, Liz Kennedy understands the power of language and belonging. Through the NC State ESL Add-on Licensure Program, she’s taking her journey full circle — helping the next generation of multilingual learners thrive.

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