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Fourteen chancellors have led NC State since its founding in 1887. Under the leadership of Dr. Randy Woodson, North Carolina’s largest university has bolstered its reputation as a preeminent research enterprise.

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The Class of 2024, by the Numbers

More than 6,600 students will turn their tassels at our university’s spring commencement ceremony on May 4.

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Craig Yencho speaks with an African researcher in a plot of crops.

Craig Yencho Earns 2024 O. Max Gardner Award

The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences professor and internationally acclaimed plant breeder has received the University of North Carolina System’s highest faculty honor.

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Food scientist Chloe Brubaker with the North Carolina Food Innovation Lab hydrates a protein for use in a food formulation.

Bezos Earth Fund Grant Creates Sustainable Protein Research Hub at NC State

The Bezos Earth Fund awarded NC State $30 million over five years to lead a center of excellence to create a biomanufacturing hub for dietary proteins that are environmentally friendly, healthy, tasty and affordable.

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Chancellor Search Process

Chancellor Randy Woodson has announced his intention to retire on June 30, 2025. A search for NC State’s 15th chancellor is underway, led by the Chancellor Search Advisory Committee.

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Holladay Hall in the spring on a warm May afternoon. Photo by Becky Kirkland.

Chancellor’s Messages

Archived Messages

September 29, 2024

Resources for our impacted community following Hurricane Helene

Dear NC State community, I hope each of you, your families and your loved ones are safe and secure as our state and region assess the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. Our hearts are broken for those in our community who are from areas in North Carolina and beyond that were in the path of this brutal… 

September 24, 2024

Exciting news about our rankings

NC State community: I’m pleased to share with you the news that NC State has achieved its highest-ever ranking on the U.S. News and World Report 2025 Best Colleges list, landing at 26th overall among top public universities in the nation. Among universities nationwide — public and private — we rank 58th, another best-ever ranking. More information about our… 

August 19, 2024

Welcome to the fall semester, Wolfpack

NC State community: Please take a moment to watch the video message below as we kick off the fall 2024 semester. We hope you find opportunities to connect with one another during Wolfpack Welcome Week and take advantage of our many wellness resources to start the academic year strong. Go Pack! Randy WoodsonChancellor 

Red Chair Chats With Chancellor Woodson

What sounded like science fiction just 10 years ago has become reality, thanks to CRISPR. Professor Rodolphe Barrangou joins Chancellor Woodson to discuss this game-changing technology.

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Celebrating Transformation

Chancellor Woodson’s 14-year tenure is testament to his passion for guiding the Wolfpack. As his retirement approaches, we’re inviting the whole wide Wolfpack to share their memories and well-wishes for the future.

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Portrait of Randy and Susan Woodson