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Stats and Strengths: Spring 2026
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Stats and Strengths: Spring 2026

May 4, 2026 2-min. read

The Poole College of Management develops innovative leaders, creates world-class research and engages with our community to make our world a better place to live and work. Check out recent highlights from across the college.

600+ Students Graduated in December Commencement

Meet some of our grads

2 New Graduate Certificates Launched: Business AI & Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Explore the certificates

Nathan Goldman
named top business
professor
by Poets & Quants

Get to know Goldman

Online MBA Ranked No. 6 For Employability In North America and No. 10 Globally (QS World University Rankings, 2025)

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Legacy Alum Stanhope Kelly
Gives NC State’s Winter Commencement Address

Get to know Kelly

Jenkins Online Master’s in Business Programs (MMA, MRA and MAC) Ranked No. 25 (U.S. News and World Report, 2026) 

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The Jenkins Online MBA Ranked No. 12 in Business Analytics (U.S. News & World Report, 2026)

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Jenkins MAC Program Wins 2025 Innovator Award

The ASAP Program restructured to expand access for students from nontraditional backgrounds.

Explore the ASAP Program

Alum Grant Johnston Receives Red Torch Award

The award recognizes contributions of expertise, counsel and volunteerism to further
the university’s mission.

Get to know Johnston

7 New Hamilton
Scholars Announced

The dual-degree program provides opportunities for students to learn new languages and study abroad.

Meet the students

More from Poole Business: Spring 2026

At Poole College, we create impact by preparing students for meaningful careers, generating knowledge that informs practice, and engaging with organizations and communities in ways that make a difference.

Shining on the Global Stage

A team of NC State students earned the college’s first-ever podium finish at an international case competition.

Leveling Up Financial Literacy

A new Poole College initiative aims to improve people’s understanding of how money works.

Top Insights From the Think and Do Business School

Poole scholars offer clear thinking on complex issues in a range of disciplines.

See all in current issue

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Poole Dean Frank Buckless standing on the steps of Nelson Hall with two NC State mascots

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