Students

May 4, 2018

Sarah Glova ‘18 PHD: Advocating for Individualized Instruction and Digital Learning

After graduating from the NC State College of Education, Sarah Glova ‘18 PHD will use her doctoral degree in Curriculum and Instruction to create innovative eLearning environments as founder and president of Reify Media. 

May 4, 2018

Hannah Smith ‘18: Understanding her Calling to Teach

Hannah Smith ‘18 always knew that she wanted to teach, but being a student in the NC State College of Education helped her discover why. 

May 4, 2018

Rob Moore ‘18 PHD: Training the Next Generation of Instructional Technologists

Education runs in the Moore family, and Rob Moore ‘18 PHD is no exception. Learn more about Moore’s post-graduation plans. 

May 4, 2018

Laila Thompson ’18: “I Seek to be an Inspiration”

Born prematurely and labeled as a child who would "lag behind her peers," Laila Thompson '18 has spent her life overcoming obstacles. Educators, she says, believed in her potential and inspired her to not be defined by her circumstances. That is why she chose education and why she continues to encourage other educators to embrace their role in helping students to achieve their dreams.  

May 4, 2018

Heidi Boardman ’18: A Champion for the Ignored, Afraid and Disconnected

Heidi Boardman '18 realized at an early age the discrepancies in life experiences based on gender, race, sexuality, religion and other factors. Now, the Principal Fellow is focused on using her School Administration degree to be a champion for those who don't fall into the majority in public education.  

May 3, 2018

Julia Hnatt ’18: On Being a Role Model, Source of Support and Sounding Board

A classroom experience during her junior year opened Julia Hnatt's '18 eyes to the impact she can make on students' lives through relationship building by being a role model for them, a source of support and a sounding board. 

May 3, 2018

Casey Medlock Paul ’18PHD: Striving to Be a Positive Force in Public Education

Inspired by her previous experience as a public high school teacher, Casey Medlock Paul ’18 pursued a Ph.D. in Curriculum & Instruction to give her the resources and skills needed to… 

Apr 12, 2018

Education Council Honors 18 Students with Spotlight Awards

The NC State College of Education recognized 18 students with awards for their leadership, achievements, and dedication to the field of education during its 7th Annual Spotlight Awards ceremony Thursday, April 12. 

Dec 6, 2017

Lauren Smith ’19 | Raise Your Hand If You Want To Be A Teacher

Goodnight Scholar and elementary education major Lauren Smith shares why she chose to major in education. 

Dec 5, 2017

40 NC State Education Students Inducted into Kappa Delta Pi International Honor Society

Selection as a member of Kappa Delta Pi, the international honor society for education, is based on high academic achievement, a commitment to education as a career, and a professional attitude that assures steady growth in the profession.