Student Success

Connect with the students who call the College of Natural Resources their home away from home. From forestry to sports management, our graduates strive to take their learning beyond the classroom and apply it in ways that will enhance local communities and their environment.

Two women standing in an indoor sports arena with red seating and a basketball court in the background. - Students Launch NC State's Women in Sport Club - College of Natural Resources News NC State University

Dec 15, 2025

Students Launch NC State’s Women in Sport Club

Emma Busenbark ‘28 and Laurie Clarstrom ‘26 formed the club as a campus-wide network for anyone passionate about supporting women in sport.

Julianna Welch and Lauren Pharr in graduation gowns, Julianna with a red cap and white sash, Lauren in a red gown with black accents and a black cap. - Meet the Fall 2025 Student Commencement Speakers - College of Natural Resources News NC State University

Dec 8, 2025

Meet the Fall 2025 Student Commencement Speakers

Julianna Welch and Lauren Pharr reflect on how the College of Natural Resources shaped their academic journeys and inspired their futures.

Julianna Welch in red graduation attire standing outdoors with autumn trees against a metal wolf statue. - Protecting Land, Honoring Legacy: Julianna Welch's Journey - College of Natural Resources News NC State University

Dec 8, 2025

Protecting Land, Honoring Legacy: Julianna Welch’s Journey

With a deep commitment to conservation, Julianna Welch blends her fieldwork experiences and Indigenous heritage to pursue a future in environmental stewardship.

Lauren Pharr in red academic regalia with a black cap and gold tassel, standing against the Memorial Belltower. - Advancing Conversation Through Research and Advocacy: Laren Pharr's Journey. - College of Natural Resources News NC State University

Dec 5, 2025

Advancing Conservation Through Research and Advocacy: Lauren Pharr’s Journey

Lauren Pharr is an avian ecologist and science communicator dedicated to wildlife conservation and supporting underrepresented voices in science.

Nov 18, 2025

Ryan Byrd ’27 Reflects on Engineering Journey, Career Goals

Byrd, who is dual majoring in paper science and engineering and chemical engineering, shares how NC State shaped his engineering path, career goals and interests both inside and outside the classroom.

Oct 29, 2025

Uchenna Osia Shares Insights from Her Academic Journey

Osia is a Ph.D. candidate in the Center of Geospatial Analytics. She is a GEM Full Fellow and a National Science Foundation Graduate Research Program Fellow.

Sep 2, 2025

Jonathan Morizet-Davis Awarded Peter W. Hart Graduate Student Award

Morizet-Davis, a P.h.D. candidate studying forest biomaterials, received the award for his exceptional academic achievements and research contributions during his time in the College of Natural Resources.

Ikbal Putera smiles and poses with park ranger Dean Gallagher inside of a crater. - Summer Internship Spotlight: Muhammad Ikbal Putera, Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park - College of Natural Resources News NC State University

Aug 25, 2025

Natural Resources Students Gain Hands-On Career Experience Through Summer Internships

From pulp and paper manufacturing to land management, students stepped into roles that helped them gain the competencies, clarity and confidence to pursue meaningful careers in their desired fields.

Noah Crowder smiles in front of Biltmore Hall. - Nowah Crowder '27 Reflects On Unique Experiences in Paper Science Program - College of Natural Resources News NC State University

Aug 19, 2025

Noah Crowder ’27 Reflects On Unique Experiences in Paper Science Program

Crowder, a second-year student dual majoring in paper science and engineering and chemical engineering, was recently honored with the TAPPI PIMA Student Leadership Award and is a recipient of the WestRock Scholarship.

Aug 18, 2025

Summer Internship Spotlight: Kairavi Gardé, National Geographic Society

Gardé, a third-year student majoring in environmental sciences and sociology, recently completed a 10-week internship with the National Geographic Society in Washington, D.C.