Student Stories

Oct 30, 2024

Reaping the Data Harvest

Ashley Walgren's journey into agriculture and data science has allowed her to use powerful machine learning tools to tell data-driven stories and uncover solutions for agricultural sustainability. 

Aug 27, 2024

Justine Wan, Content Team Manager, Roofer Marketers

The Master of Management, Marketing Analytics (MMA) program has given Justine Wan the opportunity to expand her network and enhance her marketing expertise with emerging marketing insights and state-of-the-art analytics techniques. 

Aug 20, 2024

Rachel Barkley: Navigating Environmental Assessment and Shaping a New Career Path

After over a decade in the pharmaceutical and biotech industries, Rachel Barkley reignited her passion for environmental work by enrolling in the Master of Environmental Assessment program from NC State Online. 

Aug 14, 2024

First Business Sustainability Certificate Graduate Shares Program Highlights

Andre Little, the first graduate of the NC State Business Sustainability Certificate program, has excelled both academically and professionally. His participation in the Brazil study abroad program and hands-on projects have prepared him to lead in corporate responsibility and sustainability consulting. 

Jul 9, 2024

First Poole College MRA Graduates Look to the Future

Athena Theodorakis and Amy Bandy are the first students to complete Poole College's Master of Management, Risk and Analytics (MRA) program. 

Jun 14, 2024

Andrew Baker, Digital Marketing Leader, Autobell Car Wash

The MMA program’s future-focused curriculum, supportive community and opportunities for professional development have helped Andrew Baker become a more agile, innovative marketing leader. 

Jun 13, 2024

Embrace the Journey: Meet Jeremy R. Jones, Ed.D. in Community College Leadership

Jeremy R. Jones boldly navigated the demanding journey to his Ed.D. in Community College Leadership at NC State. Thanks to the program’s unmatched flexibility and support from both family and faculty, he expertly balanced his career and studies, emerging as a dynamic leader poised to drive meaningful change. 

Jun 8, 2024

Jen Gunter, Senior Vice President of Compliance and Risk Management at Civic Federal Credit Union

According to Jen Gunter, the real-world curriculum in the online Master of Management, Risk and Analytics (MRA) program helps her build a more robust enterprise risk management program to advance her organization’s philanthropic, community-driven goals. 

Jun 4, 2024

Katie Hackney: Mastering Nutrition and Eyeing Veterinary Dreams

Balancing motherhood and rigorous coursework, Katie Hackney harnessed the flexibility of the NC State online Master of Nutrition program to move closer to her veterinary dreams. Discover how she navigated academic challenges and leveraged faculty support to transform her aspirations into reality. 

May 24, 2024

Nanoengineering Master’s Alum and NCFC Midfielder Jacori Hayes Touts Distance MSE Graduate Program

In life, it’s natural to question if you’re truly where you’re meant to be. NC State MSE graduate and North Carolina FC midfielder Jacori Hayes was certain that in early May of 2024 that he was.