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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 2025 application opens October 1.

🌍✨ Discover how Lucas Ciscato's (`26) journey to Rwanda, supported by a Caldwell Fellows Experiential Learning Grant, transformed his teaching skills and broadened his horizons. From hands-on engineering activities to engaging servant leadership, Lucas's summer abroad is a testament to the power of experiential learning. Read more about his inspiring experience! https://caldwellfellows.ncsu.edu/spotlight-experiential-learning-teaching-in-rwanda/

🌍✨ Discover how Lucas Ciscato`s (`26) journey to Rwanda, supported by a Caldwell Fellows Experiential Learning Grant, transformed his teaching skills and broadened his horizons. From hands-on engineering activities to engaging servant leadership, Lucas`s summer abroad is a testament to the power of experiential learning. Read more about his inspiring experience! https://caldwellfellows.ncsu.edu/spotlight-experiential-learning-teaching-in-rwanda/ ...

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It's early, but we're excited to announce our 2025 Caldwell Fellows Gala on February 15th!! We'll enjoy the night at the NC Museum of Natural Sciences in Downtown Raleigh. For those planning to stay in town, our room block at the StateView Hotel is now available for booking. You can book your room at https://t.e2ma.net/click/rs08nf/7o0ye9hb/r0q65r

It`s early, but we`re excited to announce our 2025 Caldwell Fellows Gala on February 15th!! We`ll enjoy the night at the NC Museum of Natural Sciences in Downtown Raleigh. For those planning to stay in town, our room block at the StateView Hotel is now available for booking. You can book your room at https://t.e2ma.net/click/rs08nf/7o0ye9hb/r0q65r ...

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Dreaming of sun drenched Tuscany this summer? Read more about two of our Fellows, Olivia Townsend and Oliver Walters-Clift, who participated in the @ncstateuhp summer study abroad program in Florence, Italy! https://caldwellfellows.ncsu.edu/spotlight-exploring-historic-tuscany-with-study-abroad/

Dreaming of sun drenched Tuscany this summer? Read more about two of our Fellows, Olivia Townsend and Oliver Walters-Clift, who participated in the @ncstateuhp summer study abroad program in Florence, Italy! https://caldwellfellows.ncsu.edu/spotlight-exploring-historic-tuscany-with-study-abroad/ ...

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Abdullah Zaben, class of 2024, graduates from NC State with two bachelor degrees, but that accomplishment is just one of many for this extraordinary Caldwell Fellow. Read more here! https://news.giving.ncsu.edu/2024/04/many-healthy-pursuits/

Abdullah Zaben, class of 2024, graduates from NC State with two bachelor degrees, but that accomplishment is just one of many for this extraordinary Caldwell Fellow. Read more here! https://news.giving.ncsu.edu/2024/04/many-healthy-pursuits/ ...

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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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