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
Our guiding values
Servant-Leadership
In service-based leadership, we engage in the continuous, voluntary exercise of mutual influence between ourselves and others toward a common purpose.
Principled Reflection
According to our principles and as a practice, we deliberately cultivate knowledge of our character and critically consider our purpose in our environment.
Personal Development
In exploring the challenges of personal betterment, we are committed to fostering ongoing self-discovery and improvement within ourselves and others.
Rigorous Integrity
We uphold honesty and honor, despite our faults, via meticulous empathy, discipline, and humility.
Authentic Self
In pursuit of who we want to be, we endeavor to become more fully human through genuine interactions and openness within our communities.
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 application is now closed.
caldwellfellowsFeb 19
Join us in celebrating Apple COO and Caldwell Fellow Jeff Williams (`84) as he sits down with Chancellor Woodson for a special Red Chair Chat! Jeff shares some fond memories of his time at Oxford and reflects on the experiences that shaped his journey. We’re also incredibly grateful for his generosity in strengthening our partnership with the Center for Creative Leadership. Don`t miss this inspiring conversation. https://news.ncsu.edu/2024/12/18/red-chair-chats-chancellor-woodson-jeff-williams-apple-coo/
Join us in celebrating Apple COO and Caldwell Fellow Jeff Williams (`84) as he sits down with Chancellor Woodson for a special Red Chair Chat! Jeff shares some fond memories of his time at Oxford and reflects on the experiences that shaped his journey. We’re also incredibly grateful for his generosity in strengthening our partnership with the Center for Creative Leadership. Don`t miss this inspiring conversation. https://news.ncsu.edu/2024/12/18/red-chair-chats-chancellor-woodson-jeff-williams-apple-coo/...
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caldwellfellowsJan 30
We were honored and delighted to be joined by two amazing local leaders at our January Dinner Seminar. Newly elected Raleigh Mayor Janet Cowell and U.S. Congresswoman Deborah Ross came and shared their stories of leadership as a part of our year-long theme focused on citizenship. A big Caldwell "thank you" to both of them for their time and commitment to leadership development. Read more at https://caldwellfellows.ncsu.edu/january-2025-dinner-seminar-recap/.
We were honored and delighted to be joined by two amazing local leaders at our January Dinner Seminar. Newly elected Raleigh Mayor Janet Cowell and U.S. Congresswoman Deborah Ross came and shared their stories of leadership as a part of our year-long theme focused on citizenship. A big Caldwell "thank you" to both of them for their time and commitment to leadership development. Read more at https://caldwellfellows.ncsu.edu/january-2025-dinner-seminar-recap/....
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caldwellfellowsDec 19
Looking forward to connecting in 2025 and continuing the invaluable work of servant leadership at NC State, North Carolina, the USA, and the world.
Looking forward to connecting in 2025 and continuing the invaluable work of servant leadership at NC State, North Carolina, the USA, and the world....
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caldwellfellowsDec 11
Looking back on 2024 in Caldwell Fellows - what a great year! Graduating Seniors, Incoming First-Years, touring Boston, performing Shakespeare, welcoming family members, exploring the Boundary Waters, walking the Camino Frances, and little moments of magic. Here`s to another year of "thinking BIG."
Looking back on 2024 in Caldwell Fellows - what a great year! Graduating Seniors, Incoming First-Years, touring Boston, performing Shakespeare, welcoming family members, exploring the Boundary Waters, walking the Camino Frances, and little moments of magic. Here`s to another year of "thinking BIG."...
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caldwellfellowsNov 6
Calling all first-year students interested in the challenges of personal development through leadership and service! The Caldwell Fellows application is now open. Join one of our upcoming drop in events to learn more about the program!
Calling all first-year students interested in the challenges of personal development through leadership and service! The Caldwell Fellows application is now open. Join one of our upcoming drop in events to learn more about the program!...
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caldwellfellowsOct 29
Each year a team of sohpomore Caldwell Fellows is assigned to a service-learning team at the Wake Urban Ministries Open Door Clinic. This team is hands-on in service to the community in many ways. Learn more about their impact and what they`re learning at https://caldwellfellows.ncsu.edu/open-door-clinic/. (left to right: Lucas Ciscato, Steven Ji, Erin Monteith, Maylan Maxwell, Mesha Strickland, and Claire Siegel.)
Each year a team of sohpomore Caldwell Fellows is assigned to a service-learning team at the Wake Urban Ministries Open Door Clinic. This team is hands-on in service to the community in many ways. Learn more about their impact and what they`re learning at https://caldwellfellows.ncsu.edu/open-door-clinic/. (left to right: Lucas Ciscato, Steven Ji, Erin Monteith, Maylan Maxwell, Mesha Strickland, and Claire Siegel.)...
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caldwellfellowsOct 24
Suchir Madap (`26, second from the right) and his team of young entrepreneurs won big at the "Minute to Pitch It" competition on campus. Their winning prototype of a wearable health device that tracks heart health was a big hit. Learn more about Suchir`s team and the impact of Caldwell Fellows on his leadership style at https://caldwellfellows.ncsu.edu/student-spotlight-suchir-madap-26/ and learn more about their award-winning project at https://cardiasight.webflow.io/
Suchir Madap (`26, second from the right) and his team of young entrepreneurs won big at the "Minute to Pitch It" competition on campus. Their winning prototype of a wearable health device that tracks heart health was a big hit. Learn more about Suchir`s team and the impact of Caldwell Fellows on his leadership style at https://caldwellfellows.ncsu.edu/student-spotlight-suchir-madap-26/ and learn more about their award-winning project at https://cardiasight.webflow.io/...
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caldwellfellowsOct 24
The world needs leadership. Everyday leadership. The Caldwell Fellows application is now in Pack Assist for the Class of 2028. Applications are open through January 5. Learn more about eligibility, requirements, and more at https://caldwellfellows.ncsu.edu/admissions-overview/
The world needs leadership. Everyday leadership. The Caldwell Fellows application is now in Pack Assist for the Class of 2028. Applications are open through January 5. Learn more about eligibility, requirements, and more at https://caldwellfellows.ncsu.edu/admissions-overview/...
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caldwellfellowsOct 21
Last night`s dinner seminar included NC State faculty and staff guests accompanying current Fellows as we discussed civic engagement and practiced civil discourse. Read more at https://caldwellfellows.ncsu.edu/october-2024-dinner-seminar-recap/
Last night`s dinner seminar included NC State faculty and staff guests accompanying current Fellows as we discussed civic engagement and practiced civil discourse. Read more at https://caldwellfellows.ncsu.edu/october-2024-dinner-seminar-recap/...
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caldwellfellowsOct 17
Kudos to the Class of 2026 for engaging deeply in the leadership-intensive training at the Center for Creative Leadership over Fall Break 2024! Learn more about this fantastic, long-standing partnership between the Caldwell Fellows Program and CCL, made possible in large part by a generous gift from a Caldwell alum. https://caldwellfellows.ncsu.edu/ccl26/
Kudos to the Class of 2026 for engaging deeply in the leadership-intensive training at the Center for Creative Leadership over Fall Break 2024! Learn more about this fantastic, long-standing partnership between the Caldwell Fellows Program and CCL, made possible in large part by a generous gift from a Caldwell alum. https://caldwellfellows.ncsu.edu/ccl26/...
We want to say "thank you" to everyone who attended the second annual Caldwell Family Breakfast. And an even bigger thank you to the student members of our Stakeholder Engagement team who planned the program and facilitated the event. What a great way to spend a Saturday morning! #CaldwellFellows
We want to say "thank you" to everyone who attended the second annual Caldwell Family Breakfast. And an even bigger thank you to the student members of our Stakeholder Engagement team who planned the program and facilitated the event. What a great way to spend a Saturday morning! #CaldwellFellows...
