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.

Mar 20, 2019

Student Spotlight: Becca Smith

Becca learns effective sustainability practices and indulges in a different culture while spending time in Costa Rica.

Mar 13, 2019

Alumni Profile: Lauren Maynard

Lauren discusses the impact of her past experiences in the College of Natural Resources on her decision to continue her studies as a graduate student at Virginia Tech.

Feb 25, 2019

Alumni Spotlight: Austin Quate

A National Convention reaffirms Austin’s love for forestry while providing him with networking and traveling opportunities.

Feb 18, 2019

Alumni Spotlight: Summer Higdon

Hands-on experience helped Summer enhance her passion for animals and the outdoors while inspiring her to expand her educational opportunities.

Feb 11, 2019

Alumni Spotlight: Dave Nastalski

Dave uses his hands-on experiences and lessons from his PGA golf management courses to become the founder of a putting device for fellow golfers.

Feb 4, 2019

Alumni Spotlight: Mary Sykora

Mary started her first volunteer opportunity labeling thousands of envelopes and feeling skeptical about her sport management major. Today, she executes tour programs and manages over 5 University-related programs as an operations manager.

Jan 30, 2019

Alumni Spotlight: Alexandra Morrison

Alexandra combines her love of environmental education, visual storytelling, research and wildlife as an undergrad and graduate student in the College of Resources.

Jan 23, 2019

Alumni Spotlight: Sam Freeze

After hearing about the College of Natural Resources, Sam was inspired to major in fisheries, wildlife and conservation biology, where he worked with various organizations, including the Marine Corps, Clemson University and the NC Museum of Natural Sciences.

Jan 9, 2019

Alumni Spotlight: Kelly Quiring

Kelly Quiring ‘09, shares her passion for tourism and management daily as a dual food and beverage manager for various hotels throughout Raleigh.

Ryan Held holding diploma after graduation ceremony

Dec 18, 2018

From Rio to Raleigh – Olympic Swimmer Ryan Held discusses the College of Natural Resources

Olympic swimmer Ryan Held recently graduated with a degree in fisheries, wildlife and conservation biology.