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Mar 10, 2025

Meet Four Wolfpack Women Who’ve Launched Research-based Startups

In celebration of International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month, we asked four women who’ve launched and led startup companies based on NC State research for their advice and insights. 
Maggie Kane stands in front of the Travelin' Table food truck. She smiles and gestures with her hands toward the truck, excited to show it off.

Feb 18, 2025

With a Little More Kindness

New food truck helps Maggie Kane ’13 extend her mission of bringing good food and community to people, regardless of their means. 
Smiling photo of Germanee Gerald.

Feb 18, 2025

Germanee Gerald ’13 Receives the 2025 Distinguished Young Alumni Award

In recognition of her professional achievements, community involvement and alignment with the college’s core values, Germanee Gerald was named a recipient of the Wilson College of Textiles’ 2025 Distinguished Young Alumni Award. 
a man in blue coveralls stands with pigs in a barn

Feb 11, 2025

Alum Extends Roots to Support Agriculture

CALS alumnus Aaron Blackmon followed his family’s roots in agriculture and found his passion as a farmer and livestock Extension agent. 
Students work in the Entrepreneurship Clinic (Garage, E-clinic) on Centennial Campus.

Aug 19, 2024

Poole College Enhances Entrepreneurship Minor for Students Across NC State

The newly redesigned minor incorporates more core principles and hands-on experiences that non-business students need to develop their own enterprise or contribute at another startup. 
Eli Hornstein in science lab in front of a computer.

Jul 15, 2024

From Conservationist to Ag Biotech Entrepreneur

CALS alumnus Eli Hornstein is using biotechnology to produce plants that farmers can feed to cattle to reduce their methane production. 
panel discussion at Raleigh Durham Startup Week

Jun 27, 2024

NC State eClinic Is ‘Driving Force’ for Entrepreneurship

Based in Poole College, the eClinic sponsored and helped produce Raleigh-Durham Startup Week, creating opportunities for students, founders and investors to learn from each other and forge valuable connections. 
a Kenyan woman is seen in silhouette in the gloaming

May 7, 2024

Business-Focused Anti-Poverty Initiatives Can Have Unintended Consequences

A new study of small businesses created to address poverty found the entrepreneurial model could create social discontent in communities. 
student in cap and gown in front of brick building

Apr 30, 2024

No Fear

Samantha Steffanus is about to graduate from NC State with two degrees and five years of incredible experiences under her belt. What keeps her reaching for such great heights? 
a man wearing a coat and tie

Apr 29, 2024

Valuing the Business of Agriculture

As a clinic manager with the Agricultural Entrepreneurship Program, soon-to-be graduate Seeby Jarvis-Earle has learned the value of helping grow and support the business of agriculture.