Jenkins MBA

Siblings Shaan and Jannah Shakil sitting by the NC State Memorial Belltower in the graduation regalia

May 3, 2026

Sibling Success Story: Two Paths, One Commencement Stage

On May 9, Jannah and Shaan Shakil will graduate from Poole College just a few hours apart: Jannah earning her MBA, and Shaan earning his B.S. in business administration.

Apr 30, 2026

Meet Jenkins Graduate Commencement Speaker Chloe Ekberg

The Jenkins MBA student says she hopes to inspire others to take risks, invest in their ambitions and learn to fail forward.

4 young professionals around a conference room table

Apr 27, 2026

Graduate Business Degrees and Real-world Career Paths

When evaluating graduate business programs, career outcomes are one of the first things prospective students consider. Across the United States, advanced business degrees continue to deliver strong career benefits for…

Dean Buckless with Student Landon Hong, Student Award winner 2025

Apr 18, 2026

Poole College Announces 2026 Annual Student Award Winners

From leadership to resilience to all-around excellence, these students embody the college's spirit — and our mission to make the world a better place to live and work.

Whataburger CEO Debbie Stroud speaking to a classroom full of students

Apr 16, 2026

Whataburger CEO Meets the Poole Pack

On the heels of Whataburger opening two locations in Wake County, CEO Debbie Stroud took time to speak with Poole College marketing students.

Feb 20, 2026

What Can You Do with an MBA Degree?

An MBA can open doors — but its real value lies in how it changes the way you think, lead and make decisions. Here’s what that shift can mean for your career trajectory.

Jan 27, 2026

Jenkins Online Graduate Business Programs Get High Marks in New U.S. News & World Report Rankings

The Jenkins Online Master's Programs continue to rank in the top 25 nationwide.

Edeoba Edobor (left) and Fiona Wang (right) presented at the 2025 UNC System QM Summit about their experience in the Course Improvement grant cohort.

Jan 15, 2026

Poole Professor Stefanie Robinson Earns QM Certification

QM-certified courses are a testament to the quality of online education at NC State and the faculty’s commitment to student success.

Jan 14, 2026

NC State’s Product Innovation Lab Showcase Highlights AI, Safety Tech and Smarter Design

Graduate students from across NC State collaborated to develop and pitch innovative products ranging from smart health wearables to AI-powered tools, showcasing how cross-disciplinary teams turn ideas into market-ready solutions.

Jan 7, 2026

Building Community Across NC’s Life Sciences Sector

Cristina Maldonado, a Jenkins Online MBA student, co-founded the Operational Excellence Network (OEN) to connect students and professionals across North Carolina’s life sciences industry. The grassroots group supports mentorship, continuous improvement and real-world impact.