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May 1, 2026

Hassan Gift Accelerates Hypersonics Research

The newly named Hassan Lab was officially dedicated on April 23, 2026, recognizing the significant support and resources Hassan’s gift will provide faculty and students who are innovating in a rapidly advancing field.

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Apr 22, 2026

Harry Sideris, CEO of Duke Energy, To Address 2026 Graduates

Harry Sideris, a College of Engineering alumnus and North Carolina native, will deliver the commencement address to the class of 2026 on Saturday, May 9.
NASA astronaut Christina Koch, Artemis II mission specialist is assisted off the flight deck after arriving aboard USS John P. Murtha following a successful 10-day journey around the moon.

Apr 16, 2026

A Joyous Return to Earth

NC State alumna and NASA astronaut Christina Koch and her three crewmates splashed down Friday evening after a 10-day trip around the moon.
Christina Koch looks down at the Earth from the window of the Orion spacecraft.

Apr 10, 2026

Koch Eager For Splashdown

Three-time NC State graduate and Artemis II astronaut Christina Koch and the other three members of the crew are headed back to Earth following NASA’s first return to the moon in more than 50 years.
Christina Koch and her fellow crew members prepare to board their Orion spacecraft atop NASA’s Space Launch System rocket as part of a demonstration test in 2025.

Apr 3, 2026

See You on the Dark Side of the Moon

Three-time NC State graduate Christina Koch and her three Artemis II crewmates will blast off to the moon as early as Wednesday evening.
Christina Koch mingles with students during a visit to NC State.

Apr 1, 2026

From the Brickyard to the Moon: Christina Koch Through the Years

Ahead of her moon-bound NASA mission, explore a timeline of Christina Koch’s life and career.
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Mar 30, 2026

Markus Fornelius, MEM ‘25, Prepares for His Next Mission

Naval nuclear officer Markus Fornelius completed NC State’s online MEM degree in just one year, formalizing his years of fleet leadership and confidently transitioning into the civilian world.
Three people — two wearing graduation regalia — smiling together.

Mar 25, 2026

‘Make It Meaningful’

The Miller Family Faculty Award will support and elevate mid-career Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering faculty.
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Mar 24, 2026

A Family Legacy in Engineering Continues at NC State

Scott Walston turned his passion for Materials Science and Engineering (MSE) into a lifelong career and now gives back through a scholarship supporting future North Carolina State University MSE students.