NC State will proudly host three-time alumna and NASA astronaut Christina Koch on campus Aug. 24-25. 🚀 Learn more about how you can be a part of this special celebration: http://ncst.at/TRPf50ZwkMZ

When a record-setting 919.9-pound marlin was caught at this year's Big Rock tournament, students from NC State Veterinary Medicine were ready on the dock. CMAST is where students go to study fish bigger than a grand piano and frogs that weigh less than a quarter. http://ncst.at/XRs850ZvyUg

Former Wolfpack wrestler Ty Roach ’09 was welcomed into the National Surfing/Wrestling “Ironman” Hall of Fame this year. After wrestling for five years at NC State, Roach turned pro surfer in 2010. The honor celebrates careers in both sports. 🤼 🏄‍♂️ #NCStateMag http://ncst.at/ijKI50ZveV1

Through the College of Education's new WolfTRAC program, instructional assistants will earn a Master of Arts in Teaching degree from NC State and a North Carolina teaching license through a cohort-based pathway while continuing to be employed full time with WCPSS. 👏 http://ncst.at/OXaH50ZtCQJ

As reports of cyclospora infections continue to make headlines, many people are wondering how to avoid getting sick. 🦠 What produce can you still safely eat? Is frozen produce safer? NC State College of Agriculture and Life Sciences experts answer your questions: http://ncst.at/wyqg50ZsWYU

Live-action role-playing taught David Bliss how to solve problems creatively — which helps him resolve the issues he runs into as an NC State building technology systems manager. As part of his role, he maintains all technical and logistical aspects of the Belltower. 👏 http://ncst.at/8jnL50Zry9o

Whether you've followed every FIFA World Cup game this summer or only caught the highlights, you've seen NC State Engineering at play. ⚽ See how the hybrid natural grass and artificial turf system deployed to the World Cup host sites were tested at NC State. 👏 Read more: http://ncst.at/zRe550ZpbRE

North Carolina is experiencing a historic drought, with the entire state dealing with abnormally dry conditions. The months-long lack of rain is creating significant issues across the state. See how NC State Extension is helping farmers navigate this unprecedented time: http://ncst.at/Xxyf50ZpbTx

What happens at the Big Rock tournament after the thrill of the weight-in? NC State researchers get to work. A 24-year partnership between the Center for Marine Sciences and Technology and one of the nation's largest fishing tournaments has led to significant findings. http://ncst.at/xzv850ZoE3O

The National Science Foundation has renewed its commitment to innovation in the textiles sector, providing $16 million in funding for a research initiative that supports projects led by NC State university researchers. 👏 Read more: http://ncst.at/H6Q950ZoCKU

For the past 10 years, University College has helped NC State students discover who they are, and what matters to them in their college journey. 👏 Explore the college's decade of discovery: http://ncst.at/QQAV50Zn6s2

Austin Wrenn was one of the first strawberry growers in North Carolina to experience losses from an unexpected, aggressive fungal pathogen known as Neo-P. NC State researchers are working on multiple fronts to fight this emerging threat to strawberry crops. Read more: http://ncst.at/gWbs50ZmExn

NC State invented rock-and-roll’s most important instrument, reduced global flatulence and saved Twinkies. 👏 As a land-grant university, we're dedicated to enriching our state — and our nation. Here's a look at our impact over the last not-quite-250 years: http://ncst.at/X7Wo50ZlOpz

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is expected to have one of the largest environmental footprints in the tournament's history. Professor Jonathan Casper explains how the tournament can balance expansion with sustainability: http://ncst.at/RQrb50ZjtYG

North Carolina’s blueberry farmers may have a beetle problem. Scientists at the NC State College of Agriculture and Life Sciences have identified destructive beetles inhabiting North Carolina blueberry fields as Prionus imbricornis, a species of longhorn beetle. 🔗 http://ncst.at/UB6Z50ZjtVv

NC State invented rock-and-roll’s most important instrument, reduced global flatulence and saved Twinkies. As the U.S. celebrates 250 years, see how NC State has made meaningful impacts on American lives. 🔗 Read the entire list: http://ncst.at/L8BX50ZjQ6s

Rachel Fenton ’23, a former Ms. Wuf, is making history as the first full-time mascot for the North Carolina Courage in the National Women’s Soccer League. Portraying Roary, the lioness, Fenton promotes the Cary-based club across the community. Read more in #NCStateMag: http://ncst.at/xqzY50Zjs2q

Daily specials always include family and community at alumnus Henri Luna’s Sampson County restaurants. With his degree, he made his family’s dream of owning their own businesses a reality. ✍️🔗 Read the cover story of the latest issue of #NCStateMag: http://ncst.at/eeQz50Ziu9f

NC State has been recognized by Forbes as one of the best online master’s programs for military service members, earning the distinction of “Best Deal for North Carolina Residents.” 🇺🇸 http://ncst.at/1z5p50Zi0zP

Former Wolfpack star Tab Ramos helped the U.S. establish a foundation in the world’s biggest sporting event back in 1990. ⚽ Now, he's providing expert commentary and analysis for World Cup games in Philadelphia and Toronto. http://ncst.at/obL050Zhpwq

Each summer, birdwatchers from across the Triangle visit Dorothea Dix Park in Raleigh to catch a glimpse of North America's most colorful songbird. Increase your chances of spotting the painted bunting with these tips from NC State's Christopher Moorman: http://ncst.at/WXqz50ZgHjp

There's a whole world out there, and a geology degree can help you explore it. “The things we use every day, like cell phones, solar panels and cars, are made up of critical minerals," said student Jenna Holt. Follow Jenna's geology journey with the College of Sciences: http://ncst.at/2uyX50ZetCc

With help from NC State Dining, the student-led Food Recovery Network alleviates food insecurity by rescuing leftovers that otherwise would go to waste. 👏 🔗 See how the network donated more than 7,000 pounds of food in the 2025-26 academic year: http://ncst.at/WBNK50Ze2e3

Brand management and marketing students at the Wilson College of Textiles got the ultimate real world experience by crafting campaigns in collaboration with the Carolina Hurricanes team. Keep reading: http://ncst.at/1VR950Zbzwu

Warwick Arden, NC State's longest-serving provost, stepped down at the end of the academic year. Under his leadership, student success metrics soared. While Arden has stepped down as provost, he has returned to the NC State Veterinary Medicine faculty. http://ncst.at/6QZy50Zbsc9

Sebastian Aho is the Canes’ highest-paid player. When he takes the ice in the Stanley Cup Final, he is competing for a championship. He is also, without trying, lowering his income taxes. Poole College of Management experts explain the math behind the jock tax: http://ncst.at/6CGI50ZagIb

Natalie Gore '24 is behind the scenes — and ahead of the game — as the Canes chase the Stanley Cup. Hear how she set her sights on a career in sports while at NC State: http://ncst.at/Ibgv50Z9bEU

In his 30 years at the helm of NC State Baseball, Elliott Avent won more games than any coach in any sport in Wolfpack athletics history. Avent retires on June 30. Chris Hart, Avent’s faithful assistant for the last 22 years, was named his successor. http://ncst.at/aah750Z8BaE

Michael Biesecker '96, a global investigative reporter for the The Associated Press, was recently awarded the Pulitzer Prize. 👏 A native of Lexington, North Carolina, Biesecker got his start in the industry as a reporter, columnist and cartoonist for the Technician. http://ncst.at/OBQC50Z8nwg

The Lenovo Center is one of the liveliest and loudest arenas in the NHL. 🚨🏒 How does its design make it such a loud venue? Does it give the hometown Carolina Hurricanes a psychological edge over opponents? NC State experts weigh in: http://ncst.at/xUJc50Z7Pos