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Meet the Fall 2025 Student Commencement Speakers

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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.

Isis Stamm in a red graduation gown and white stole stands outside a brick building with columns. The sunny day enhances the joyful mood.

Apr 27, 2026

Meet the Spring 2026 Student Commencement Speakers

Isis Stamm and Ana Cubas Baez reflect on their unique paths through the College of Natural Resources as they prepare to speak at the spring 2026 commencement ceremony.
Isis Stamm in a white dress holding a red cap sits on brick steps in front of a building with columns on NC State's campus.

Apr 27, 2026

Isis Stamm ’26 Builds Career in College Athletics

Stamm, a spring commencement speaker, reflects on her NC State journey and her path toward a career in college athletics, including her hands-on experience with NC State Football.
Ana Cubas-Baez stands smiling in a graduation cap and gown in front of a brick building on NC State University's campus.

Apr 27, 2026

Ana Cubas-Baez ’26 Advances Global Forest Futures

Cubas-Baez, a spring commencement speaker, reflects on her NC State journey and her research in global forest governance, conservation and climate policy.
Jack poses with his parents at game

Apr 14, 2026

Jack DeMola Looks Back on Journey That Shaped His Engineering Path

DeMola, a fourth-year majoring in paper science and engineering and chemical engineering, shares how internships, campus involvement and hands-on learning at NC State have prepared him for a career in engineering.
Casey poses outdoors in front of forest backdrop

Mar 13, 2026

A New Mission in the Woods: Casey Carlton Reflects on His Journey From Service to Stewardship

Casey Carlton, a third-year student at NC State and former Coast Guard member, shares his lifelong passion for public lands and his ongoing journey in forest management and conservation.
Caroline Youngblood holds part of a roll of paper in the lab. - Caroline Youngblood '26 Dives Into Engineering Challenges - College of Natural Resources News NC State University

Feb 17, 2026

Caroline Youngblood Turns Paper Science Experience Into Career Success

Youngblood, a double major in paper science and chemical engineering, is using her academic and industry experience to launch a career in research and development with PepsiCo in New York.
North Carolina flag flies by NC State Belltower

Jan 26, 2026

College of Natural Resources Announces Fall 2025 Dean’s List

We are pleased to announce the NC State College of Natural Resources students who met the Dean’s List qualifications with their academic achievements in fall 2025. Congratulations on your hard…
Nick stands in front of Jordan Hall

Jan 21, 2026

Nick Librizzi ’26 Builds Leadership and Community Through Hockey

Librizzi, a fourth-year student, talks about his journey through the sport management program, from hands-on experiences and volunteering to leadership roles and his career goals.
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.