Emily Packard

Mar 16, 2023

Focusing on Equitable Research

Equitable research and research best practices create a stronger, more inclusive higher education environment where innovation can thrive. These themes took center stage at NC State’s second annual Equity Research Symposium, which brought the university community together to explore how equity informs research and showcase current research on equity. 

Apr 20, 2022

Associate Teaching Professor Michelle Bartlett Selected as 2022-23 Provost’s Faculty Fellow

Associate Teaching Professor Michelle Bartlett has been selected as a member of the 2022-23 class of Provost's Faculty Fellows. 

Mar 22, 2022

Paola Sztajn Named Dean of NC State’s College of Education

Paola Sztajn has been named dean of the College of Education at North Carolina State University following a nationwide search. Her appointment becomes effective April 1. Sztajn has served as interim dean following the return of former dean Mary Ann Danowitz to the College of Education faculty on October 5, 2021. 

Feb 17, 2022

Dean of the College of Education Finalist Interviews Announced

Three finalists for dean of the College of Education have been selected for on-campus interviews, which will begin next week. 

Sep 15, 2021

Search for the Dean of the College of Education Now Underway

An open search for the dean of the College of Education is now underway as Mary Ann Danowitz prepares to step aside as dean Oct. 4. Paola Sztajn, a professor in the Department of Teacher Education and Learning Sciences and interim associate vice provost for academic personnel and policy, will serve as interim dean. 

Apr 15, 2021

2 National Teaching Award Semifinalists Are From NC State

Two of nine semifinalists for the Robert Foster Cherry Award for Great Teaching hail from NC State. Laura Bottomley and Hollylynne Lee were semifinalists for the national award, and Lee is now one of three finalists. 

Apr 15, 2021

Pack Hacks for Faculty: Creating Your Scholarly Writing Plan

NC State College of Education Professor Joy Gaston Gayles, senior advisor for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the College of Education, provides insight into best practices for developing a scholarly writing plan. 

Nov 9, 2020

Doneka Scott Named Vice Chancellor and Dean of the Division of Academic and Student Affairs

Doneka Scott, vice provost for undergraduate education and student success and a clinical faculty member at the University of Oregon, will be appointed vice chancellor and dean of the Division of Academic and Student Affairs, effective February 15, and pending Board of Trustees approval. Scott will also hold a secondary appointment as a professor of… 

Sep 17, 2020

Meet the 2020-2021 Provost’s Faculty Fellows

The Provost’s Faculty Fellows Program has selected a second cohort of talented faculty to explore academic leadership roles at the university’s highest levels, including NC State College of Education Professor Meg Blanchard, Ph.D. 

Sep 17, 2020

Pack Hacks for Faculty: Compassion and Understanding in Online Teaching and Learning

Angie Smith, Ph.D., associate teaching professor in the Department of Educational Leadership, Policy and Human Development in the College of Education, provides insight into adjusting to online teaching and learning during the COVID-19 pandemic.