Pack Appreciation 2019

Our Campaign donors make a difference. And across campus, we're celebrating the extraordinary impact of the Pack's generosity.

With a Pack of more than 100,000 Campaign donors behind us, the students, faculty, Extension professionals, researchers and staff at NC State are thinking beyond boundaries and doing the extraordinary. Learn more about why we’re showing our #PackAppreciation.

Three alums discuss the importance of philanthropy at Red & White Night.
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Turning 'What If' to 'What Is'

KeJuan Weaver, Hillary Spangler and Andrew Miller share their appreciation for how NC State has helped them achieve their goals since graduation.

See how this impressive group of alumni has embraced Think and Do
Giving Back

“It was never really a question whether I would donate back,” said Alex Hight '18, who established a scholarship with her mother, Clark Hight '86.

Meet the mother and daughter philanthropists
An Extension agent looks over research crops
Extraordinary Staff

Extension Professionals Also Make a Difference as Donors

N.C. Cooperative Extension faculty and staff show their appreciation to NC State through their work each day – and as donors.

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Volunteers

Jackson Receives Godwin Award

NC State is powered by volunteers, advocates and dedicated supporters like Jerry Jackson.

Learn about the Godwin Award celebration
Stephanie Cogdell and Chancellor Woodson
Volunteers

Making Her Mark

Stephanie Cogdell found a home at NC State and, as a volunteer, board member, mentor and donor, she has been giving back ever since.

Meet Stephanie
Giving Back

Who do you want to share your #PackAppreciation with? Tell us how private support has enhanced your NC State experience.

Tell us your story

I knew I wanted to go somewhere that told me I didn’t have to wait to get involved with what I was passionate about. At NC State, I was told, 'You can do this now, and we’ll support you along the way.'

Emily Neville '20

Learn more about why this innovator appreciates opportunities at NC State
Jim Cauble, Chris Roof and Lewis Cauble
Wolfpack Families

Like Son, Like Father

Jim Cauble's planned gift benefits not just the College of Engineering but his children's areas of interest too, making philanthropy a Cauble family tradition.

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The Business of Partnership

“It cannot be emphasized enough how valuable the support we get from our alumni and friends is,” said Jon Carr, Jenkins Distinguished Professor of Entrepreneurship.

Learn more about how supporting faculty is fueling entrepreneurship
LaTeisha Jeannis in front of Wake County Public School System sign
Extraordinary Alumni

Where She Needed to Be

"So many students miss out on opportunities because they aren’t exposed to them. Donor support opens up exposure to other things." - LaTeisha Jeannis, Ph.D.

Read more about a North Carolina educator's path
Extraordinary Opportunity

In this video, students discuss how their participation in the Shelton Leadership Center and Chancellor’s Leadership Development Program has impacted their time at NC State.

Meet the students
Tyler Haritan poses in Talley Student Union
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A Dream Taking Flight

Tyler Haritan '19 formed a bond with the family who created the scholarship he held. They even attended his ROTC commissioning ceremony in May 2019.

Learn more about Tyler
Extraordinary Experience

A Different Kind of Summer School

"I am grateful to Dr. Jones and Dr. Gookin for putting so much love into this program.” - Jessica Romanet, Veterinary Scholars Program participant

Read about how private support facilitates mentored research at CVM
Cashie Naylor and Emily Fletcher in their caps and gowns in front of the Belltower
Extraordinary Opportunity

A Shared Path to Success

Study abroad, hands-on projects at the College of Natural Resources, scholarship support and friendship helped prepare Cashie Naylor and Emily Fletcher for success.

Learn more about why two friends appreciate their NC State experiences
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A Desire to Help Others

After a meaningful student experience at NC State, Ghazale Johnston is now a leading advocate for the university, giving of both her time and resources.

Read more about how Ghazale Johnston makes a difference at NC State
Impact

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We have all benefited from what NC State did for us. We have all benefited from the time we spent there, what we learned, the social interaction, the group involvements, and all of this contributed and helped form who you are today. Honor that gift that NC State gave you and give back. Let others enjoy this same gift.

Charlie Stallings '77, chair of the NC State University Foundation Board

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