Stories

Jun 3, 2025

Medwick Byrd: The Power of Education

Medwick Byrd’s commitment to supporting NC State and the College of Natural Resources stems from his belief in the power of education to transform lives. That was, after all, his… 

Apr 8, 2025

Caldwell Fellows Alumni Practice Servant Leadership at NC State

NC State University boasts a remarkable connection to the Caldwell Fellows program, with over 20 of its faculty and staff members being former Fellows. These individuals exemplify servant leadership in their… 

Mar 19, 2025

Wrapping Up ASB in Western N.C.

In their final days of recovery work, NC State students participating in an Alternative Service Break trip to western North Carolina spent time with individuals and aid organizations that have been vital in helping the area recover from Hurricane Helene. 

Mar 19, 2025

Participants Reflect on Service Experience in Western N.C.

In their own words, Wolfpack volunteers describe the life-altering impacts of their spring 2025 Alternative Service Break trip to western North Carolina.  

Feb 28, 2025

Navigating Leadership Pitfalls: Insights from the Caldwell Conversations Conference

The medical profession often faces the temptation to cut time short on patients with mental health concerns due to low reimbursement metrics. Balancing this reality with authentic servant leadership was… 

Feb 27, 2025

Student Spotlight: Sam Blancas (`26)

Adapting and Leading: My Co-Op Experience with Crowder Construction Throughout my co-op experience with Crowder Construction, I had the opportunity to step into the role of a project engineer, gaining… 

Feb 26, 2025

Caldwell Fellows Announce Class of 2028

The Caldwell Fellows program at North Carolina State University has named thirty first-year students to its class of 2028 – the 58th class of Caldwell Fellows. The new class can… 

Feb 4, 2025

2025 Alumni & Selection Weekend Details

February 14 – 16, 2025 As always, we look forward to the Alumni & Selection weekend as a time to reconnect, swap stories, and make new memories as welcome a… 

Jan 23, 2025

January 2025 Dinner Seminar Recap

The Caldwell Fellows kicked off 2025 with our first dinner seminar continuing our themes of active citizenship and balancing leadership and civic engagement. Our special guests included U.S. Congresswoman Deborah… 

Dec 18, 2024

The Intersection of Tech and Arts: Chancellor Woodson Talks Innovation with Apple COO Jeff Williams

Chancellor Randy Woodson visits the Bay Area for a conversation with NC State alum and Apple COO Jeff Williams.