30 Years of Poole

A publication of innovation, engagement and impact across the Poole College of Management

Look Back on 30 Years of Poole College

Since its founding in 1992, the Poole College of Management has leveraged the strengths of NC State — its STEM expertise, research excellence and close ties to North Carolina communities and businesses — to serve the evolving needs of both students and industry.

From the Dean: Celebrating 30 Years of Poole

Dean Frank Buckless reflects on the last 30 years of Poole and what the future will bring in the college's newest strategic framework.

A Strategy for Success: Poole 2030

Explore our roadmap to develop innovative leaders, create world-class research and engage with our community to make our world a better place to live and work.

Front of the Pack: 5 Ways the Poole Community is Leading

We are proud to have launched a community of business leaders into the real world who learned to Think and Do – and who put that mission into practice every day.

30 Years of Poole Alumni: Leading and Giving Back

Over the past 30 years, Poole College has produced class after class of bright-minded alumni who went on to make an impact in their profession in so many unique and meaningful ways.

Introducing the Poole Student Advisory Board

Who can provide some of the best input about strategic decisions that guide the Poole College’s future? Our key stakeholders — the students.

Poole College Transforms Research Into Real-World Impact

Our faculty leverage research expertise and business know-how to drive thought leadership that meets the needs of the modern market.

The wolf artwork inside of the Talley Student Union. Photo by Marc Hall

Meet Poole’s 15 Distinguished Professors

Among the talented faculty at the Poole College of Management are 15 who have been awarded distinguished professorships.

High Impact, High Return: the MBA Residency

Each fall and spring, nearly 100 students from the professional Jenkins MBA program convene in Raleigh for a three-day MBA Raleigh Residency to learn, reflect and network.

MAC and Undergraduate Students Demonstrate Excellence

Three Poole College of Management students won prestigious scholarships that will help them make an impact in public service and accounting.

Marketing Analytics Grad Student Opens Doors With Data

Joining the Master of Management Program was a no brainer for Kelli Johnson to gain a competitive edge in the marketing world.

Chelsea Locklear signing the NAHM artwork

The Power of Persistence: Environmental Displays Affirm Diversity

Public displays and artworks throughout Nelson Hall provide constant expression of Poole College’s support for diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging.

Poole Community Practicing Self-Care

Shining a light on the importance of mental health, the Poole community is sharing their methods of self-care.