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Tonya Henderson Gatling, the student speaker for NC State's spring 2026 commencement ceremony.

May 4, 2026

Graduating on Her Time

CHASS student Tonya Henderson Gatling is graduating from NC State more than 30 years after starting her journey as a student. She’s sharing her story as student commencement speaker.
a charging cable is plugged into the port of an electric car

Mar 31, 2026

Electric Cars Can Make Power Grids More Reliable (and Earn Owners Money) – So Why Aren’t We Doing That?

A new study details the barriers to adopting the vehicle-to-grid model and outlines possible paths forward for this technology. Assistant professor Serena Kim explains.
Gambia Learning Trip

Mar 17, 2026

CHASS Students Gain Global Leadership Experience in The Gambia

Four CHASS students traveled to The Gambia for an immersive experiential learning trip, mentoring local girls and gaining hands-on experience in leadership, cultural exchange and global engagement.

A man in a military uniform stands behind a microphone.

Jan 29, 2026

Stepping Down, and Ramping Up

Maj. Gen. Allen Boyette, an assistant vice chancellor for Campus Operations and Maintenance, has resigned from the U.S. Army after 37 years of service. He’ll continue in his position on campus, along with his studies in the Public Administration Ph.D. program.
photo shows a city street flooded; crosswalks can be seen underwater

Jan 7, 2026

How to Make Communities More Resilient to Climate Change

A new strategy lays out how local governments can limit adverse impacts of climate change on their communities. Co-authors Christopher Galik and Georgina Sanchez explain.
Alex Carreno.

Dec 8, 2025

To Connect is Human

Senior Isaac Carreno discusses how the College of Humanities and Social Sciences shaped his understanding of connection, community and what it means to be human as part of the college’s Humans of CHASS video series.
Belltower with the NC flag.

Nov 6, 2025

Public Administration to Host National Civics Bee in North Carolina

The Department of Public Administration will host the 2026 National Civics Bee, helping middle school students to explore civics and develop leadership skills.

Tosca Bruno-van Vijfeijken

Oct 15, 2025

SPIA Launches Fellow Program to Connect Classroom Learning with Real-World Experience

The School of Public and International Affairs has launched a new Non-Resident Fellow Program, naming nonprofit consultant, coach and team coach Tosca Bruno-van Vijfeijken to serve in the inaugural role.
Robert Gibbs

Sep 11, 2025

CHASS Names Robert Gibbs 2025 Distinguished Alumnus

The College of Humanities and Social Sciences named political science alumnus Robert Gibbs its 2025 Distinguished Alumnus, honoring his leadership and global impact.

aerial view of the Tillamook Bay watershed

Aug 29, 2025

Study IDs What Can Help Collaborative Groups Actually Accomplish Their Goals

Research suggests a specific administrative approach improves the ability of collaborative groups to deliver the services they were created to provide. Assistant professor of public administration Graham Ambrose explains.