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Verdmont, an eighteenth-century mansion in Bermuda surrounded by palm trees on a sunny day.

Jan 5, 2026

Global History in Bermuda

For Alexander Goodrich, history is not something stuck in the past. It is actively shaped by how people remember, interpret and present it today. Recently, NC State Ph.D. recipient Alexander Goodrich defended his dissertation, Heritage Tourism and the Politics of Public Memory in Bermuda. His research reflects NC State’s global reach and its commitment to…
Tourists and locals cross the Charles Bridge in Prague amidst intricate old architecture.

Oct 30, 2025

The Early Years of NC State in Prague

As we mark 20 years of impact for the NC State European Center in Prague, let’s take a look at the early years when the College of Design established year-round study abroad programs in this vibrant city.  In 2005, the College of Design took a bold step that would forever expand NC State’s global footprint.…
Students stroll past the 'Find Your Pack' mural at the Free Expression Tunnel in between classes on a September afternoon. Photo by Becky Kirkland.

Oct 23, 2025

NC State Celebrates its 25th International Education Week

NC State Global is celebrating its 25th annual International Education Week (IEW) Nov. 17-21, 2025. At NC State, this week’s events demonstrate our dedication to global learning and celebrate the value of international education and exchange. Through NC State’s global programs, students can broaden their worldviews, strengthen their cultural awareness and build skills that are…
An image of award recipients posing with their awards.

Apr 29, 2025

Faculty and Staff Honored for Advancing Global Engagement at NC State

On April 16, 2025, NC State Global hosted its annual Global Engagement Honors & Awards event to recognize recipients of the Outstanding Global Engagement Award, Jackson Rigney International Service Award and the Distinguished Global Alumni Award. Provost Arden welcomed guests and CHASS Dean, Dr. Deanna Dannels, gave an inspiring keynote address on the value of…
An image of Xu She receiving the Distinguished Global Alumni Award at the Global Awards Ceremony

Apr 21, 2025

Distinguished Global Alumni Award honors Xu She’s clean energy impact and global journey

As students prepare for graduation, they are often encouraged to “shoot for the moon” because missing it would still land them among the stars. Xu She, the senior director of engineering for Lunar Energy and the recipient of this year’s Distinguished Global Alumni Award, received similar advice when he graduated from Huazhong University of Science…