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Alumni Profiles

Long exposure photograph of a flowing stream in Umstead State Park in Raleigh, North Carolina.

Jul 3, 2024

Open Space Has Increased in the Triangle, But There’s Still Work To Be Done

Population growth and development continue to outpace open space protection across the region, highlighting the need for continued investment in land conservation.

A doctoral graduate student in her cap and gown stands before an large oak tree.

May 3, 2024

Fueled To Thrive

Wizaso Munthali found her path from Zambia’s environmental protection agency to a Ph.D. and research for a transition towards clean energy.

Tom and Priscilla Terry standing with Dean Myron Floyd.

Feb 29, 2024

NC State Couple Donates Land for Natural Resources Education

Tom and Priscilla Terry have donated 138 acres of land to the College of Natural Resources for education and research in forest management.

Jun 11, 2024

Darius Ledbetter ’25 Finds His Place in Forestry Program

Ledbetter is pursuing a master’s degree in forestry at the NC State College of Natural Resources.

Jun 21, 2024

Bob and Pam Collette Continue Philanthropic Legacy with Recent Gift for Slocum Camp Renovation

Bob and Pam Collette have been donors to NC State for more than 50 years. The couple recently made a generous gift to the College of Natural Resources to support the renovation of Slocum Camp at the George Watts Hill Demonstration Forest in Durham County.

Jun 18, 2024

Forestry Alum’s Gift Supports Great Room Renovation at Slocum Camp

Scott Wallinger ’60 has donated funds to support the renovation of the Great Room at Slocum Camp at the George Watts Hill Demonstration Forest.

NC State graduate Chelly Sundermeyer sitting in front of a sign outside the Federal Highway Administration Colorado Division

Nov 8, 2023

Online Distance Education Program Paves the Way

NC State graduate Chelly Sundermeyer recently completed the Online Distance and Education Master of Environmental Assessment program. Learn more about Sundermeyer’s experiences and her role as an Environmental Protection Specialist with the Federal Highway Administration Colorado Division!

Oct 27, 2023

Richard Haynes ’75 Honored with Marcus Wallenberg Prize

Haynes’ contribution to forest economic modeling has been influential for many in the forestry field.

Chase Carey, University Scholars Program Alum - UHP Alumni Spotlight: Chase Carey - Forestry and Environmental Resources at NC State University

Oct 18, 2023

UHP Alumni Spotlight: Chase Carey

Carey graduated from the College of Natural Resources in May of 2023 with a Bachelor of Science in Fisheries, Wildlife, and Conservation Biology, with a pre-Veterinary concentration and an Environmental Science minor. 

Brenda Brickhouse, Bill Culpepper and Jerry Jackson - 2022 Watauga Medal Ceremony Recognizes Three Extraordinary Pack Members - Forestry and Environmental Resources NC State University

Mar 15, 2022

2022 Watauga Medal Ceremony Recognizes Three Extraordinary Pack Members

NC State’s Board of Trustees presented three alumni with the Watauga Medal, the university’s highest nonacademic honor, during a March 4 ceremony held in the ballroom at Talley Student Union. As the 2022 medalists, Brenda Brickhouse, Bill Culpepper and Jerry Jackson joined a group of 126 previous honorees who have made notable and dedicated contributions to the advancement of NC State.