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Teresa Tate, Marketing & Recruiting Coordinator, Western Carolina University

Profiles

New Men's Basketball Coach Justin Gainey holds up a red NC State basketball jersey with his name on it, flanked by Athletics Director Boo Corrigan and Chancellor Kevin Howell.

Apr 2, 2026

NC State’s Newest Man of Intrigue

Former Wolfpack point guard, assistant coach and Poole alumnus Justin Gainey was announced Wednesday as the 22nd head coach in NC State men’s basketball history.
Marine Eline Madsen swinging a golf club on a golf course

Mar 2, 2026

A Promising Approach

Marie Eline Madsen, a Poole College student and collegiate golfer, is set to build off of a dynamite freshman season.
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.
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Oct 29, 2025

Meet Lily Sunshine, Prague 2022

For Lily, a Poole alum, studying abroad in Prague was more than an academic experience — it was a turning point.
Erika Young smiling

Oct 29, 2025

Erika Young, Senior Principal at MasTec

After 25 years in government and construction, Erika Young is charting a new path in clean energy leadership. Discover how the Jenkins MRA program is helping her balance career growth, flexibility, and a passion for lifelong learning.
Jason Vo Headshot

Oct 29, 2025

Jason Vo, Data-Driven Entrepreneur

From aspiring physical therapist to data-driven marketer and entrepreneur, Jason Vo’s journey has been defined by adaptability. As a new parent and a graduate student in NC State’s Master of Management, Marketing Analytics (MMA) program, he’s using his passion for science and analytics to help businesses grow — and to lay the groundwork for future ventures of his own.
Poole College alumnus Landon Smith

Oct 29, 2025

Poole Alum Landon Smith Has a Past and Future in Analytics

Smith took his lifelong passion for analytics to NC State and walked away with two degrees, multiple internships, and skills for many career tracks.
Brandon Frederick smiling

Sep 30, 2025

Brandon Frederick ‘23, Engineering Manager, Core Technology Molding Corporation

For Brandon Frederick, pursuing an MBA wasn’t just about advancing his own career – it was about equipping himself to solve problems with sustainable, strategic solutions. Along the way, he’s grown into a leader not only within his organization but also in his community, where he’s helping inspire the next generation of S.T.E.A.M. professionals.

Sep 18, 2025

Stefano Rivera, From Sales to Product Management

After a decade in sales, Stefano Rivera turned to NC State’s Jenkins MBA program to make a bold career pivot into product and brand management. With hands-on learning and career support, he’s already landed a marketing internship—and full-time offer—with The Hershey Company.
Teresa Tate smiling

Sep 15, 2025

Teresa Tate, Marketing & Recruiting Coordinator, Western Carolina University

For Teresa Tate, completing the MMA program is about more than advancing her career – it’s also showing her children that learning never stops. With a full schedule working in marketing and recruiting – plus being a mom of two – she’s finding a balance of growing professionally without sacrificing what matters most.