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Dean’s Dialogues: Get to Know MAC Student Julianna Lopez

Dean’s Dialogues

Poole College Deans Frank Buckless and Vikas Anand interview current students and recent graduates about their journeys at NC State.

Kevin Cheng with a purple background

Jul 23, 2025

Dean’s Dialogues: Get to Know Poole Alum Kevin Cheng

Cheng, who earned a BS in business administration in 2020, discusses his journey at Poole College and encourages new students to branch out.
Madison Bell smiling

Jul 2, 2025

Dean’s Dialogues: Get to Know Poole Alumnae Madison Bell

Bell, who has both a bachelor's and master's degree from Poole, talks with Dean Frank Buckless about her favorite classes and gives advice for students.
Nick Zanzot smiles wearing suit

May 27, 2025

Dean’s Dialogues: Get to Know Poole Graduate Nick Zanzot

Zanzot, who earned a BS in Economics, explains how his studies put him on the path to law school and encourages alumni to stay involved at NC State.
Luke Hale and two of his children in pink shirts

Apr 9, 2025

Dean’s Dialogues: Get to Know Jenkins MBA Graduate Luke Hale

Hale, who got his MBA at Poole College, discusses his transition from the military to civilian life and gives advice to new students and ones in internships.
Michael Andreasen smiles

Mar 19, 2025

Dean’s Dialogues: Get to Know Poole Alum Michael Andreasen

Andreasen, an investment officer for the South Carolina Pension Fund, discusses his career path and shares advice for both students and graduates.
Rebecca Crumpler smiles over red background

Feb 20, 2025

Dean’s Dialogues: Get to Know MAC Alum Rebecca Crumpler

A 2021 graduate of the Online Jenkins MAC program, Crumpler spoke with Poole College Dean Frank Buckless about online classes and career changes.
Poole College Dean Frank Buckless gives an award to student Julianna Lopez

Jan 31, 2025

Dean’s Dialogues: Get to Know MAC Student Julianna Lopez

Poole College Dean Frank Buckless spoke with Jenkins MAC student Julianna Lopez about her biggest challenges and achievements.