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Molly Sue Smith wears her graduation cap and gown while giving the wolfie hand signal.

May 5, 2026

Molly Sue Smith ’26 Receives NC State’s Matthews Medal

Having grown up in a small, rural town in North Carolina, Molly Sue Smith ’26 once felt that attending college would be unattainable. When she did eventually come to NC State, she brought with her a commitment to supporting other students who came from backgrounds with fewer resources.

Roshaunda Breeden stands with a group of fellow ACPA award winners.

May 4, 2026

Assistant Professor Roshaunda Breeden Named ACPA College Student Educators International Emerging Scholar Designee

Roshaunda Breeden, an assistant professor in NC State’s College of Education, has been named an American College Personnel Association (ACPA) College Student Educators International Emerging Scholar Designee.

Group of graduating students

May 1, 2026

Congrats, May 2026 Grads!

From our first graduates of the Transformational Scholarships Program to future counselors, teachers and school leaders, the NC State College of Education will welcome over 370 new alumni during a May 8, 2026 graduation ceremony.
Decorative headshot of Professor Paul Umbach

Apr 28, 2026

Professor Paul Umbach Receives Fulbright Scholar Award

Paul Umbach, a professor of higher education and adult and lifelong education in NC State’s College of Education, has received a Fulbright-Tampere University Scholar Award for the 2026-27 academic year. During his time as a Fulbright Scholar, Umbach will be based at Tampere University in Finland.

Decorative headshot of Stephanie Teeter

Apr 28, 2026

Stephanie Teeter ’26PHD: ‘I Saw a Need to Support Scientists’

WIth more than two decades of lab experience, Stephanie Teeter ’26PHD knew that scientists love what they do, but often need help communicating that passion with others and in a way that non-scientists can appreciate.

Grace Green does the wolfie hand sign while standing in front of the Bell Tower.

Apr 28, 2026

Grace Greene ’26MED: ‘I Chose the College of Education Because It Has Always Been One of the Top Ranked Education Programs’

Grace Greene ’26MED comes from a family of NC State alumni, and has always had a goal of earning a degree from the university. Now, her dream is about to come true, as she prepares to graduate from the NC State College of Education with a master’s degree in elementary education.
Decorative headshot of Jayda Bernard

Apr 28, 2026

Jayda Bernard ’26MED: ‘I Am Passionate About Supporting Students as They Navigate Transitions’

As an undergraduate, Jayda Bernard ’26MED saw the impact that mentors can have on college students, which inspired her to pursue a career that would allow her to create spaces where students feel seen and supported throughout their college journey.

Decorative headshot of John Hensley

Apr 28, 2026

John Hensley ’26PHD: ‘The College of Education Has Given Me So Many Opportunities’

After more than two decades in the corporate world, John Hensley ’26PHD decided he wanted to make a difference in the lives of others through education.

Teacher of the Year Cason Justice holds his award alongside two other men doing the wolfpack hand sign.

Apr 28, 2026

Teaching Fellows Alum Cason Justice ’12 Named 2026 Burroughs Wellcome Fund North Carolina Teacher of the Year

Celebrating the good in North Carolina’s public schools is a top priority for Cason Justice ’12, and it’s a goal he will be able to dedicate the next year to as the 2026 Burroughs Wellcome Fund North Carolina Teacher of the Year.
Garret Eder stands in front of the empty desks in his social studies classroom.

Apr 27, 2026

Garrett Eder ’26MAT Selected as N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources Learning Happens Here Teacher Ambassador

arrett Eder ’26MAT says that history is meant to be seen and touched, not just read about in books. It’s a belief that he will have the opportunity to expand upon now that he has been selected as one of the North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources’ (DNCR) Learning Happens Here Teacher Ambassadors.