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Dec 3, 2025

Meet Poole’s Student Commencement Speaker Ben Cole

Business administration major Ben Cole will deliver remarks to his fellow graduates at Poole's ceremony on Thursday, December 11.
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Dec 2, 2025

Stanhope Kelly, Economic Leader and Alumnus, To Address 2025 Graduates

Forty-five years after earning his bachelor’s degree in business management at NC State, Kelly is returning to deliver the university’s fall commencement address.
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Dec 1, 2025

AI-Ready Your Career: Preparing Your Career for What’s Next

AI is rapidly influencing roles across every industry. This recap of our recent Speaker Series event offers fresh insights and practical guidance for students and professionals navigating an AI-driven workplace.
Scott Showalter addressing a large crowd at the MAC celebration, all of whom are applauding

Nov 30, 2025

Jenkins MAC Program Honors Mike Owenby and Robin Thomas at Annual Celebration

The two were recognized for their exceptional accomplishments and contributions to the Jenkins MAC Program.
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Nov 21, 2025

Building a Future-Ready HR Model: Inside the Jenkins Consulting Practicum

The Jenkins Consulting Practicum gives students the chance to put their coursework into practice through real-world consulting projects. This semester, MBA student Peyton Carrington is helping design a future-ready HR operating model that supports employees and long-term company strategy. Hear about her experience in this Q&A.
Jeff Pollack teaching in the classroom

Nov 20, 2025

Shaping Future Entrepreneurs Through Research, Experience

Poole College Professor Jeff Pollack draws on real-world insights to deliver impact in the classroom.
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Nov 14, 2025

Miller Fellows Share Their Growth and Grit

As the 2025 Miller Fellowship is coming to a close, these six alumni - including three Poole graduates - took time to reflect on their experience.

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Nov 11, 2025

Wolf Den 2025 Teams Announced

It is time for NC State Innovation and Entrepreneurship’s annual Shark Tank-inspired competition, Wolf Den.

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Nov 11, 2025

Brewing Change: How 321 Coffee is Redefining Inclusion

Two NC State alumni, including Poole alum Lindsay Wrege, are empowering people with intellectual and developmental disabilities through employment.

Jeffrey Bui smiling

Nov 7, 2025

Jeffrey Bui, From Service to Stability

From serving in the U.S. Navy to becoming the first in his family to graduate from college, Jeffrey Bui’s path to accounting has been one of resilience, reflection and reinvention.