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Caldwell Fellows Program

We develop the next generation of self-aware, globally-minded humans who engage in creative, conscientious leadership.

A legacy of creative leadership.

Building on the legacy of NC State Chancellor John T. Caldwell, the Caldwell Fellows program invests in students selected during their first year at NC State who share a passion for learning, growing, and serving others. The Caldwell Fellows program challenges scholars to “Think BIG” and facilitates the goal of maximizing the college experience by providing intensive programming and leadership training and fostering collaborative interaction with alumni, faculty, and community partners.

“You just don’t know how magnificent you might be. Think big! Think big about your possibilities in this world.”

John T. Caldwell

Former NC State Chancellor, 1959-1975

Fellows in DC

Our guiding values

Servant leadership

Principled reflection

Personal development

Rigorous integrity

Academic excellence

We strive toward these values by engaging in a continuous process of hands-on learning involving active engagement, personal reflection, meaningful feedback, and active listening.

The 2024 application is now closed.

We're almost there you all! Thanks so much to everyone who has pitched in so far to make our 2024 Day of Giving a big success. We are only about 120 gifts away from unlocking an additional $20,000 gift from an anonymous donor. If you haven't had a chance to make a gift yet, now's your chance! Every bit helps and the minimum is $10. Help us add this amazing $20,000 gift to our total today. #goals #GoPack #GivingPack

We`re almost there you all! Thanks so much to everyone who has pitched in so far to make our 2024 Day of Giving a big success. We are only about 120 gifts away from unlocking an additional $20,000 gift from an anonymous donor. If you haven`t had a chance to make a gift yet, now`s your chance! Every bit helps and the minimum is $10. Help us add this amazing $20,000 gift to our total today. #goals #GoPack #GivingPack ...

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🎉 We're overjoyed to announce an incredible contribution to the Caldwell Fellows Program on this NC State Day of Giving! 🎁 Brad Wallace, a grateful Caldwell Fellow alum, has made a profound impact with his early endowment to honor those who shaped his NC State journey.

Reflecting on his time as a Caldwell Fellow, Brad expressed immense gratitude for the transformative experiences and mentorship he received from figures like Pat Lee and Dr. Gerald Hawkins. Their guidance and support made his NC State experience truly unforgettable.

Brad's commitment to giving back underscores his dedication to nurturing the next generation of servant leaders at NC State. Through his generous gift, he ensures that future Caldwell Fellows will have the same opportunities for growth, experiential learning, and impactful leadership.

Join us in celebrating Brad's generosity and unwavering support for the Caldwell Fellows Program. Together, we can continue the legacy of fostering excellence and service within the NC State community. 🐺❤️ #NCStateDayofGiving #CaldwellFellows #Gratitude #givingpack  #GoPack

🎉 We`re overjoyed to announce an incredible contribution to the Caldwell Fellows Program on this NC State Day of Giving! 🎁 Brad Wallace, a grateful Caldwell Fellow alum, has made a profound impact with his early endowment to honor those who shaped his NC State journey.

Reflecting on his time as a Caldwell Fellow, Brad expressed immense gratitude for the transformative experiences and mentorship he received from figures like Pat Lee and Dr. Gerald Hawkins. Their guidance and support made his NC State experience truly unforgettable.

Brad`s commitment to giving back underscores his dedication to nurturing the next generation of servant leaders at NC State. Through his generous gift, he ensures that future Caldwell Fellows will have the same opportunities for growth, experiential learning, and impactful leadership.

Join us in celebrating Brad`s generosity and unwavering support for the Caldwell Fellows Program. Together, we can continue the legacy of fostering excellence and service within the NC State community. 🐺❤️ #NCStateDayofGiving #CaldwellFellows #Gratitude #givingpack #GoPack
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Sydney Jett, Caldwell Fellows class of 2025, used her Experiential Learning Grant to study abroad in South Korea and develop skills she didn’t know she’d develop if she hadn’t gone overseas. “I learned to further appreciate the journey challenges bring and the practice of principled reflection." One of our values in the Caldwell Fellows is principled reflection and we are so happy we could support Sydney’s growth through the generous donations from Day of Giving. Let's create more unforgettable experiences. https://dayofgiving.ncsu.edu/organizations/ncstate-caldwell-fellows-fund #caldwellfellows #experientiallearning #givingpack

Sydney Jett, Caldwell Fellows class of 2025, used her Experiential Learning Grant to study abroad in South Korea and develop skills she didn’t know she’d develop if she hadn’t gone overseas. “I learned to further appreciate the journey challenges bring and the practice of principled reflection." One of our values in the Caldwell Fellows is principled reflection and we are so happy we could support Sydney’s growth through the generous donations from Day of Giving. Let`s create more unforgettable experiences. https://dayofgiving.ncsu.edu/organizations/ncstate-caldwell-fellows-fund #caldwellfellows #experientiallearning #givingpack ...

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🎉 We are thrilled to announce a momentous contribution to the Caldwell Fellows Program on this NC State Day of Giving! 🎁 Jim Webb, Class of 1974, a distinguished retired North Carolina Superior Court judge, has generously gifted to support future generations of scholars.

In a heartfelt letter, Judge Webb shared his remarkable journey, highlighting a pivotal encounter with Chancellor Caldwell back in 1969. A chance meeting, a letter of encouragement, and a tour of the campus set the stage for a lifetime of achievement. From Scotland High School to NCSU, and through law school and a distinguished career in the Army JAG Corps and on the bench, Chancellor Caldwell's influence remained profound.

Judge Webb's story is a testament to the power of mentorship and support in shaping lives and careers. His generous gift not only honors the impact of Chancellor Caldwell but also ensures that others will have the same opportunities to thrive and succeed through the Caldwell Fellows Program.

Join us in expressing our deepest gratitude to Judge Webb for his unwavering support and commitment to empowering future leaders. Together, we can continue Chancellor Caldwell's legacy of making a difference in the lives of students at NC State. 🐺❤️ #NCStateDayofGiving #CaldwellFellows #givingpack #Legacy

🎉 We are thrilled to announce a momentous contribution to the Caldwell Fellows Program on this NC State Day of Giving! 🎁 Jim Webb, Class of 1974, a distinguished retired North Carolina Superior Court judge, has generously gifted to support future generations of scholars.

In a heartfelt letter, Judge Webb shared his remarkable journey, highlighting a pivotal encounter with Chancellor Caldwell back in 1969. A chance meeting, a letter of encouragement, and a tour of the campus set the stage for a lifetime of achievement. From Scotland High School to NCSU, and through law school and a distinguished career in the Army JAG Corps and on the bench, Chancellor Caldwell`s influence remained profound.

Judge Webb`s story is a testament to the power of mentorship and support in shaping lives and careers. His generous gift not only honors the impact of Chancellor Caldwell but also ensures that others will have the same opportunities to thrive and succeed through the Caldwell Fellows Program.

Join us in expressing our deepest gratitude to Judge Webb for his unwavering support and commitment to empowering future leaders. Together, we can continue Chancellor Caldwell`s legacy of making a difference in the lives of students at NC State. 🐺❤️ #NCStateDayofGiving #CaldwellFellows #givingpack #Legacy
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“The Caldwell Fellows program has had an invaluable impact on my leadership, communication, and teamwork skills.” 
Logan Taylor, class of 2025, was the 2024 Selection Day Coordinator, where he had the opportunity to grow his professional and interpersonal skills in organization, attention to detail, and effective communication. Support the work of servant-leadership with the Caldwell Fellows this Day of Giving. https://dayofgiving.ncsu.edu/organizations/ncstate-caldwell-fellows-fund #CaldwellFellows #givingpack  #ServantLeadership

“The Caldwell Fellows program has had an invaluable impact on my leadership, communication, and teamwork skills.”
Logan Taylor, class of 2025, was the 2024 Selection Day Coordinator, where he had the opportunity to grow his professional and interpersonal skills in organization, attention to detail, and effective communication. Support the work of servant-leadership with the Caldwell Fellows this Day of Giving. https://dayofgiving.ncsu.edu/organizations/ncstate-caldwell-fellows-fund #CaldwellFellows #givingpack #ServantLeadership
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“This year I used my Caldwell Experiential Learning Grant to build upon my undergraduate research on the next frontier in fashion and textiles, Digital Fashion Design.” 
One of the ways Lainey Volz, class of 2026, has showcased her fashion expertise on  campus was her winning design for Mr. Wuf at the Textile Bowl. Support our creative fellows this Day of Giving. https://dayofgiving.ncsu.edu/organizations/ncstate-caldwell-fellows-fund #CaldwellFellows #CreativeLeadership #givingpack

“This year I used my Caldwell Experiential Learning Grant to build upon my undergraduate research on the next frontier in fashion and textiles, Digital Fashion Design.”
One of the ways Lainey Volz, class of 2026, has showcased her fashion expertise on campus was her winning design for Mr. Wuf at the Textile Bowl. Support our creative fellows this Day of Giving. https://dayofgiving.ncsu.edu/organizations/ncstate-caldwell-fellows-fund #CaldwellFellows #CreativeLeadership #givingpack
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Michael Dacanay, class of 2023, is a part of the Caldwell Fellows, Hack_NCState, and more on campus. “I’m currently in the Accelerated Bachelor Masters (ABM) program and plan to continue gaining experience as a software or machine learning engineer while planning to start my own business. I recently published my first app to the App Store and realized that I have the confidence to Think and Do the Extraordinary.” Let’s keep building confidence and enhancing experiential learning for our fellows. https://dayofgiving.ncsu.edu/organizations/ncstate-caldwell-fellows-fund #givingpack  #CaldwellFellows #experientiallearning

Michael Dacanay, class of 2023, is a part of the Caldwell Fellows, Hack_NCState, and more on campus. “I’m currently in the Accelerated Bachelor Masters (ABM) program and plan to continue gaining experience as a software or machine learning engineer while planning to start my own business. I recently published my first app to the App Store and realized that I have the confidence to Think and Do the Extraordinary.” Let’s keep building confidence and enhancing experiential learning for our fellows. https://dayofgiving.ncsu.edu/organizations/ncstate-caldwell-fellows-fund #givingpack #CaldwellFellows #experientiallearning ...

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Kudos to donors from the Caldwell Classes of 2003-2023 for helping us meet our first challenge goal of the day! Thanks to you, we've unlocked an additional $5,000 from Shreye Saxena, Class of 2015. Thanks to each of you for #givingpack! Let's keep the momentum going! We are halfway to our next goal of 500 individual gifts today.

Kudos to donors from the Caldwell Classes of 2003-2023 for helping us meet our first challenge goal of the day! Thanks to you, we`ve unlocked an additional $5,000 from Shreye Saxena, Class of 2015. Thanks to each of you for #givingpack! Let`s keep the momentum going! We are halfway to our next goal of 500 individual gifts today. ...

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"The main takeaway for me was that I felt like Dr. Hawkins had my back... This personal attention and support made a significant impact on me. " - Steven R. White, Caldwell Class of ‘93. As we reflect on our journey to leadership, let's remember the mentors and experiences that shaped us. Support the Caldwell Fellows on Day of Giving https://dayofgiving.ncsu.edu/organizations/ncstate-caldwell-fellows-fund. #givingpack

"The main takeaway for me was that I felt like Dr. Hawkins had my back... This personal attention and support made a significant impact on me. " - Steven R. White, Caldwell Class of ‘93. As we reflect on our journey to leadership, let`s remember the mentors and experiences that shaped us. Support the Caldwell Fellows on Day of Giving https://dayofgiving.ncsu.edu/organizations/ncstate-caldwell-fellows-fund. #givingpack ...

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"You, Dr. Hawkins, have passed on the torch of leadership to so many of us, and now I hope that I can honor the work you have done by living a life of service to others." - Rev. Nita C Johnson Byrd, Caldwell Class of ‘85. Join us in celebrating the mentors who shape the leaders of tomorrow. Support Caldwell Fellows this Day of Giving. https://dayofgiving.ncsu.edu/organizations/ncstate-caldwell-fellows-fund#mentorshipmatters #givingpack

"You, Dr. Hawkins, have passed on the torch of leadership to so many of us, and now I hope that I can honor the work you have done by living a life of service to others." - Rev. Nita C Johnson Byrd, Caldwell Class of ‘85. Join us in celebrating the mentors who shape the leaders of tomorrow. Support Caldwell Fellows this Day of Giving. https://dayofgiving.ncsu.edu/organizations/ncstate-caldwell-fellows-fund#mentorshipmatters #givingpack ...

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Chris Johnson's story is one of resilience. The Caldwell Fellows program opened doors to a brighter future, taking him from growing up in Fuquay to a summer at Oxford University. “A single person can change the life of another. You, Dean Hawkins, did that for me and countless others in a way that when facing both opportunities and challenges in life, I often pause to ask… ‘W.W.D.H.D? (What would Dean Hawkins Do?)’”
Let's pay it forward this Day of Giving. #CaldwellFellows #givingpack https://dayofgiving.ncsu.edu/organizations/ncstate-caldwell-fellows-fund
Chris pictured far right with his wife Paige and their sons, Wade (26), his fiancé’ Pressley, and Cole (18).

Chris Johnson`s story is one of resilience. The Caldwell Fellows program opened doors to a brighter future, taking him from growing up in Fuquay to a summer at Oxford University. “A single person can change the life of another. You, Dean Hawkins, did that for me and countless others in a way that when facing both opportunities and challenges in life, I often pause to ask… ‘W.W.D.H.D? (What would Dean Hawkins Do?)’”
Let`s pay it forward this Day of Giving. #CaldwellFellows #givingpack https://dayofgiving.ncsu.edu/organizations/ncstate-caldwell-fellows-fund
Chris pictured far right with his wife Paige and their sons, Wade (26), his fiancé’ Pressley, and Cole (18).
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