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Students at the scholarship banquet.

May 12, 2026

Why Gifts Matter: Creating Confident, Connected Educators

Scholarships empower future educators to shape classrooms across North Carolina.That impact was the focus in April 2026 at the College of Education’s annual scholarship banquet, where students, donors, faculty and staff gathered to celebrate a shared commitment to education.

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Feb 25, 2026

Why Gifts Matter: Expanding the Future of Technology Education

When Elijah Kennedy started at NC State, he had his sights set on a major in mechanical engineering. At Davie County High School in Mocksville, North Carolina, he had studied drafting and worked as part of a team of students that built a solar-powered go-kart. Engineering seemed like a good fit.  But once he settled into his classes, he realized the College of Education’s graphic communications concentration was more in line with his goals.
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Jan 26, 2026

Why Gifts Matter: Scholarship Support Helps Josh Gambrell ’26 Focus on Teaching to Make an Impact

Sgt. 1st Class Josh Gambrell ’26 wants to make an impact. That’s why he’s pursuing a career in mathematics education, and that’s why he’s at NC State’s College of Education.
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Aug 14, 2025

My Student Experience: Students Gain Hands-on Experience with K-12 Students through Summer Internship Program

Three students in NC State’s College of Education had opportunities to return to their communities this summer to work with K-12 students through the College of Education Summer Internship Program. Learn more about their experiences.

A group of College of Education students standing in front of a home in Hobbiton.

Aug 1, 2025

Around the World: College of Education Students Unlock Global Opportunities Through Study Abroad

Germany. Cuba. South Africa. New Zealand. Prague. Over the past academic year, 72 College of Education students have studied abroad in 24 programs across 16 countries, growing as global educators who will take what they've learned around the world to impact the lives of learners close to home.

Jul 29, 2025

Mini-Grants Allow Student Teachers to Bring Creative Lessons to Life

Thanks to donor-supported Student Teacher Mini-Grants, College of Education students preparing to become teachers are able to apply for up to $200 for supplies and materials they can use to create innovative learning opportunities, such as bringing the Silk Road to life.
A photo of Calena Jones smiling into the camera at the Downtown Cary Park.

Jun 23, 2025

Why Gifts Matter: Scholarship Support “Absolutely a Huge, Life-changing Thing” for Calena Jones

After multiple years of homelessness, Calena Jones was able to start classes as an applied education studies major at the NC State College of Education, with the goal of becoming a teacher who is always there for her students, especially those who are struggling.

A photo of Kimberly Sutton holding up her Wolfie and a paper NC State logo while wearing an NC State College of Education T-shirt

Jun 10, 2025

Why Gifts Matter: Scholarship Support Lets Kimberly Sutton Become Motivational Force for Students

After nearly a decade as an Exceptional Children’s Program teacher in Lenoir and Wayne counties, Kimberly Sutton decided to become a school counselor in order to better understand her students’…
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May 21, 2025

Why Gifts Matter: Scholarship Helps Sabria Johnson ’25 Launch Students’ Higher Education Journeys

Sabria Johnson '25, a recent graduate of the NC State College of Education's Applied Education Studies: Learning Design and Technology program, works to help incoming community college students start their higher education journeys.

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Apr 7, 2025

Why Gifts Matter: Scholarship Support Allows Nathan Jenkins to Make a Positive Impact on the Field of Higher Education

The Kimberly F. Crews Memorial Scholarship has made it possible for Nathan Jenkins, a graduate student in the NC State College of Education's college counseling and student development program, to purchase necessary items, such as textbooks, and better balance the responsibilities that come with earning his master's degree.