Student Stories

May 11, 2020

Online Climate Adaptation Certificate Prepares Graduate for the Future

Civil Engineer Saki Handa is a member of the second class of students from NC State’s online graduate certificate in Climate Adaptation. She graduated from the program in May. 

May 8, 2020

Online and Distance Education Graduates Share Stories of Resilience, Dedication

We caught up with spring 2020 online and distance education graduates from a variety of degree and certificate programs to learn more about their journeys up until this point and where the future may take them. 

May 8, 2020

Online Graduate Broadens Her Horizons with Master of Parks, Recreation, Tourism and Sport Management

When Ashley Spradlin graduates in May with her online Master of Parks, Recreation, Tourism and Sport Management, she can immediately start applying what she has learned.  

May 8, 2020

Graduate Explores New Interests in Her Online Master’s Program

A desire to get outside and into nature led Julia McClung to the College of Natural Resource's online Master of Parks, Recreation, Tourism and Sport Management. Although she was originally focused on becoming a park ranger or a manager and a self-described "sports un-enthusiast," the program has opened her eyes and prepared her for brand new possibilities.  

May 8, 2020

Inspiration and Goals Led Graduate to Complete Her Bachelor’s Degree Online

Jessica Del Toro looked up to inspiring figures in her life while completing the Leadership in the Public Sector (LPS) online B.A. degree completion program as she worked full time at a local law firm. 

May 7, 2020

Jenkins Professional Online MBA Grad’s Story of Valuable Lessons and a Promotion

The Jenkins Professional Online MBA provided the flexibility Jason Brodsgaard needed to continue his education and refine his skills in business. While earning his degree, he was promoted to CEO of his company. 

May 7, 2020

Graduate’s Strong Desire to Help Parents and Families Leads to Launching Her Own Business

Following her spring 2020 graduation, Emily Ragland will use her master’s degree in Youth, Family and Community Sciences (YCFS) to launch her own consulting business. First, she’s reflecting on her time as an online graduate student. 

May 7, 2020

NC State Online Education Graduates Reflect on Teaching and Learning

Five College of Education graduates are sharing their path to spring 2020 graduation while demonstrating the diversity of programs, real-world applications and student experiences that a master’s degree from NC State Online offers. 

May 7, 2020

Training and Development Graduates Share Their Stories

Two professionals from military families turned to NC State Online’s Master of Education in Training and Development for career advancement. Fatimah Patterson and Taylor Hansen are sharing their stories with us ahead of graduation. 

May 6, 2020

Jenkins Professional Online MBA Graduate Jean Bigoney Applies New Skills to Career

Jean Bigoney is set to earn her Master of Business Administration this May through the NC State Jenkins Professional Online MBA Program. Learn more about Bigoney's experience in the program.