Alumni and Friends

Learn about the career paths our alumni set out on to make the world a better place. Discover their dedication to protect the environment, enhance parks and recreation and develop sustainable materials and technologies.

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Nov 24, 2025

Endowments Support North Carolina’s Christmas Tree Industry

The funds provide critical resources for studies on tree health, pest control and innovative practices, ensuring growers have the tools and knowledge to sustain the industry for generations.

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Nov 21, 2025

5 Questions with Grace Pethos of CaraGreen

College of Natural Resources alum Grace Pethos shares how her sustainable materials and technology background drives her work promoting eco-friendly building solutions and shaping a greener industry.

Oct 30, 2025

Fundraiser Expands Hands-On Fire Training, Safety Resources for Students

College of Natural Resources students are conducting prescribed burns more safely and confidently thanks to new safety gear, equipment and training opportunities made possible by donor support.

Oct 28, 2025

5 Questions with Gregory Godwin of the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission

Godwin, who graduated with a bachelor's degree in fisheries, wildlife and conservation biology in May 2024, is now a wildlife conservation biologist for the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission.

Sculptures of wolves howling beneath vibrant autumn trees with orange leaves.

Sep 26, 2025

Natural Resources Alumni, Supporters Honored for Impact and Service

NC State recently recognized several College of Natural Resources alumni and supporters who’ve made meaningful impacts through their careers and support for the Wolfpack.

Sep 25, 2025

Lauren Henderson ‘25 Pursues Advocacy for Women and Girls in Sports

A back injury while playing sports ultimately led Lauren Henderson '25 to her calling: advocating for women in sports and sport management.

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Sep 15, 2025

Hudson Named 2025 Distinguished Alumnus of the Year

Kent Hudson '75 is a visionary engineer, entrepreneur and philanthropist whose career has spanned industrial innovation, enterprise software and cloud-based solutions.

Aug 27, 2025

Fulfilling Career in Paper Science Prompts Alumna to Give Others a Chance

The Sally Sutton Williard Paper Science and Engineering Scholarship Endowment was established in 2023 to provide merit- and need-based scholarships for students pursing an undergraduate degree in paper science and engineering.

Aug 20, 2025

Thomas Reed ’19 Preserves Wake County Open Spaces

As manager of Wake County Open Space, Reed is at the forefront of efforts to safeguard the county's three nature preserves and nearly 10,000 acres of conservation land.

Aug 5, 2025

One Question 15 Years Ago Leads to a $50K Endowment for Scholarships

Through the Mehlenbacher Family Scholarship, Doug and Dani Mehlenbacher hope to provide resources that will help attract engineering students to study paper science.