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.
caldwellfellowsSep 30
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...
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caldwellfellowsSep 27
Congratulations to Suhcir Madap `26. Suchir was part of the team that was awarded an Entrepalooza Minute To Pitch It fund. Raghav Sriram, Suchir Madap, Siri Mudunuri took home $2,250 for the Judge`s Choice Award. They pitched CardiaSight: wearable ECG for hassle-free heart monitoring.
Congratulations to Suhcir Madap `26. Suchir was part of the team that was awarded an Entrepalooza Minute To Pitch It fund. Raghav Sriram, Suchir Madap, Siri Mudunuri took home $2,250 for the Judge`s Choice Award. They pitched CardiaSight: wearable ECG for hassle-free heart monitoring....
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caldwellfellowsSep 26
A big thank you to Sean MacKay, an Architecture major from Cary, NC (originally from Wayland, MA), for his leadership as the service-learning team coordinator for Neighbor to Neighbor in the Caldwell Fellows Sophomore Seminar! Sean is dedicated to empowering his team members to serve in their unique capacities and fostering a growing relationship between the Neighbor to Neighbor and Caldwell communities. His commitment to empathy and shared vision is truly inspiring. #CaldwellFellows #ServiceLearning #NeighborToNeighbor #LeadershipInAction #CommunityEmpowerment
A big thank you to Sean MacKay, an Architecture major from Cary, NC (originally from Wayland, MA), for his leadership as the service-learning team coordinator for Neighbor to Neighbor in the Caldwell Fellows Sophomore Seminar! Sean is dedicated to empowering his team members to serve in their unique capacities and fostering a growing relationship between the Neighbor to Neighbor and Caldwell communities. His commitment to empathy and shared vision is truly inspiring. #CaldwellFellows #ServiceLearning #NeighborToNeighbor #LeadershipInAction #CommunityEmpowerment...
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caldwellfellowsSep 25
A huge thank you to Simon McNair, a junior studying Biological and Agricultural Engineering from Asheville, NC, for his leadership as coordinator of the Habitat for Humanity service-learning team in the Caldwell Fellows Sophomore Seminar! Simon and his team are piloting a project to develop a database that supports Habitat`s mission and lays the groundwork for future Caldwell groups. His creativity and dedication to achieving shared goals are making a real impact. #CaldwellFellows #ServiceLearning #HabitatForHumanity #LeadershipInAction #CommunityImpact
A huge thank you to Simon McNair, a junior studying Biological and Agricultural Engineering from Asheville, NC, for his leadership as coordinator of the Habitat for Humanity service-learning team in the Caldwell Fellows Sophomore Seminar! Simon and his team are piloting a project to develop a database that supports Habitat`s mission and lays the groundwork for future Caldwell groups. His creativity and dedication to achieving shared goals are making a real impact. #CaldwellFellows #ServiceLearning #HabitatForHumanity #LeadershipInAction #CommunityImpact...
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caldwellfellowsSep 24
A big thank you to Max Nicely, a Plant Biology student from Fargo, North Dakota, for his leadership as coordinator of the Open Door Clinic service-learning team in the Caldwell Fellows Sophomore Seminar! Max is committed to using his leadership skills to help new Fellows engage in meaningful, reflective community service, especially in a clinical setting. His dedication to guiding others through this process is truly inspiring. https://urbanmin.org/services/clinic-and-pharmacy/ #CaldwellFellows #ServiceLearning #CommunityImpact #LeadershipInAction #OpenDoorClinic
A big thank you to Max Nicely, a Plant Biology student from Fargo, North Dakota, for his leadership as coordinator of the Open Door Clinic service-learning team in the Caldwell Fellows Sophomore Seminar! Max is committed to using his leadership skills to help new Fellows engage in meaningful, reflective community service, especially in a clinical setting. His dedication to guiding others through this process is truly inspiring. https://urbanmin.org/services/clinic-and-pharmacy/ #CaldwellFellows #ServiceLearning #CommunityImpact #LeadershipInAction #OpenDoorClinic...
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caldwellfellowsSep 24
It`s almost application opening day. There`s still time to learn about NC State`s servant-leadership development program. Check out one of our upcoming virtual information sessions if you`re a first-year student dedicated to service, leadership, and community. #thinkbig
It`s almost application opening day. There`s still time to learn about NC State`s servant-leadership development program. Check out one of our upcoming virtual information sessions if you`re a first-year student dedicated to service, leadership, and community. #thinkbig...
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caldwellfellowsSep 23
A big thank you to Juan Lopez Flores, a Business Administration student from Tegucigalpa, Honduras, for his amazing work as the Service Learning class teaching assistant! Juan is dedicated to fostering a space for authentic and multifaceted discussions that inspire personal reflection for the new class of Caldwell Fellows. We couldn’t do this important work without the commitment and passion of student leaders like him! #CaldwellFellows #ServiceLearning #LeadershipInAction #StudentLeaders #ReflectAndGrow
A big thank you to Juan Lopez Flores, a Business Administration student from Tegucigalpa, Honduras, for his amazing work as the Service Learning class teaching assistant! Juan is dedicated to fostering a space for authentic and multifaceted discussions that inspire personal reflection for the new class of Caldwell Fellows. We couldn’t do this important work without the commitment and passion of student leaders like him! #CaldwellFellows #ServiceLearning #LeadershipInAction #StudentLeaders #ReflectAndGrow...
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caldwellfellowsSep 23
🌟 Alumni Spotlight: Libby Indermaur (‘19) 🌟
Libby Indermaur, a Caldwell Fellow and PhD student at Cornell, is making a meaningful impact through the Cornell Prison Education Program. Teaching plant pathology at a correctional facility, Libby shares how this unique experience expanded her passion for teaching and deepened her understanding of the transformative power of education. Read more about her journey and the profound connections she made with her students. 🌱👩🏫
👉 Read Libby’s Story at https://caldwellfellows.ncsu.edu/alumni-spotlight-libby-indermaur-19-serving-a-distinct-population/
Libby Indermaur, a Caldwell Fellow and PhD student at Cornell, is making a meaningful impact through the Cornell Prison Education Program. Teaching plant pathology at a correctional facility, Libby shares how this unique experience expanded her passion for teaching and deepened her understanding of the transformative power of education. Read more about her journey and the profound connections she made with her students. 🌱👩🏫
👉 Read Libby’s Story at https://caldwellfellows.ncsu.edu/alumni-spotlight-libby-indermaur-19-serving-a-distinct-population/...
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caldwellfellowsSep 22
Shout-out to Caden Miller, a dedicated Industrial Systems Engineering and Philosophy student from Greensboro, NC, for his incredible work as coordinator of the Dorothea Dix Conservancy Oral History project! Caden is guiding a small team from the new class of Caldwell Fellows through a transformative servant leadership experience, empowering them to contribute to the ongoing "Lives on the Hill" Oral History Project. His leadership strengthens the team`s connection with the Dorothea Dix Conservancy and fosters meaningful research. #CaldwellFellows #OralHistory #ServantLeadership #DixPark
Shout-out to Caden Miller, a dedicated Industrial Systems Engineering and Philosophy student from Greensboro, NC, for his incredible work as coordinator of the Dorothea Dix Conservancy Oral History project! Caden is guiding a small team from the new class of Caldwell Fellows through a transformative servant leadership experience, empowering them to contribute to the ongoing "Lives on the Hill" Oral History Project. His leadership strengthens the team`s connection with the Dorothea Dix Conservancy and fosters meaningful research. #CaldwellFellows #OralHistory #ServantLeadership #DixPark...
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caldwellfellowsSep 21
A big thank you to Ella Murphy, an Electrical Engineering student concentrating in Renewable Energy Systems, for her incredible leadership as coordinator of the Interfaith Food Shuttle Farm service-learning team in the Caldwell Fellows Sophomore Seminar! Ella is dedicated to enhancing her communication and reflection skills while empowering her team to grow as service leaders. She’s excited to continue their volunteer work and expand connections with NC State alumni. Learn more about the farm at [foodshuttle.org/farm](https://www.foodshuttle.org/farm)! #CaldwellFellows #service #InterfaithFoodShuttle #NCState #foodshuttle
A big thank you to Ella Murphy, an Electrical Engineering student concentrating in Renewable Energy Systems, for her incredible leadership as coordinator of the Interfaith Food Shuttle Farm service-learning team in the Caldwell Fellows Sophomore Seminar! Ella is dedicated to enhancing her communication and reflection skills while empowering her team to grow as service leaders. She’s excited to continue their volunteer work and expand connections with NC State alumni. Learn more about the farm at [foodshuttle.org/farm](https://www.foodshuttle.org/farm)! #CaldwellFellows #service #InterfaithFoodShuttle #NCState #foodshuttle...
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caldwellfellowsSep 20
Today we are celebrating Andrew Hammock, a senior in Electrical and Computer Engineering, for his outstanding leadership as Interfaith Exploration service-learning team coordinator in the Caldwell Fellows Sophomore Seminar! Andrew is dedicated to strengthening his planning and communication skills while guiding his team in exploring faith, values, and community. He hopes to spark curiosity and inspire growth among his team members as they embark on this journey together.
Today we are celebrating Andrew Hammock, a senior in Electrical and Computer Engineering, for his outstanding leadership as Interfaith Exploration service-learning team coordinator in the Caldwell Fellows Sophomore Seminar! Andrew is dedicated to strengthening his planning and communication skills while guiding his team in exploring faith, values, and community. He hopes to spark curiosity and inspire growth among his team members as they embark on this journey together....
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caldwellfellowsSep 19
Big shout out to Ella Matischak `25, one of the service-team coordinators for the Open Door Clinic this semester. Ella was born and raised in Chapel Hill, NC. She`s studying Animal Science and Spanish Language and Literature. This is her third year supporting the work of the Open Door Clinic. We`re excited to have her continued dedication to the program and our Fellows.
Big shout out to Ella Matischak `25, one of the service-team coordinators for the Open Door Clinic this semester. Ella was born and raised in Chapel Hill, NC. She`s studying Animal Science and Spanish Language and Literature. This is her third year supporting the work of the Open Door Clinic. We`re excited to have her continued dedication to the program and our Fellows....
