awards

May 6, 2025

2025 Mathews Medal Recipients

The Mathews Medal recognizes graduating seniors who have created a lasting legacy at NC State. Sociology and biochemistry double major Freddy Kelley and philosophy and social work double major Rose Amburose were both recognized.

Mar 12, 2025

Three CHASS Advisors Receive University Honors

Three CHASS advisors received university awards for their exemplary work with students.

May 2, 2024

Faculty and Staff Recognized at CHASSYs Award Ceremony

The College of Humanities and Social Sciences recognized faculty and staff awards at the CHASSYs.

May 5, 2023

Stephanie Jares Wins Jenny Chang Award

Stephanie Jares, director of academic advising in the Department of Sociology and Anthropology, was awarded the 2023 Jenny Chang Award for Outstanding Student Service.

Apr 7, 2022

MFA Poetry Alum Wins Prestigious Writing Prize

Poet Ina Cariño, who earned their Master of Fine Arts in creative writing from NC State, is one of 10 recipients of a 2022 Whiting Award.

May 7, 2018

Diversity Trailblazers Honored at Chancellor’s Creating Community Awards 2018

The annual Chancellor’s Creating Community Awards affirm NC State’s strong commitment to the principles and work of diversity, equity and inclusion. This year, the College of Humanities and Social Sciences was awarded three of the top awards: for outstanding college, outstanding faculty member and outstanding student.

Feb 23, 2017

NC State’s Poet in Residence Honored by National Association of Writers, Writing Programs

Retiring professor of English and poet in residence John Balaban has received the prestigious George Garrett award from the national Association of Writers and Writing Programs for outstanding community service in literature.

Oct 31, 2016

Doctoral Students Recognized by American Public Health Association

The American Public Health Association is recognizing two NC State doctoral students for their research in psychology. Ph.D. candidates Betty-Shannon Prevatt and Evan Lowder will receive separate awards at the APHA’s annual meeting this week in Denver.

Aug 8, 2016

Fulbright Winner Headed to Mexico

One of seven NC State students to earn a competitive Fulbright grant this year, Emma Cathell will spend 9-10 months teaching English to students at a school or university in Mexico. Cathell's role will also include serving as a cultural ambassador for the United States.

Aug 1, 2016

Writers Make Top Sci-Fi, Fantasy List

Five writers from NC State’s MFA in Creative Writing Program are receiving recognition for their work in science fiction and fantasy. Editors of the Best American Science Fiction and Fantasy series selected stories from one MFA student, three alumni and one faculty member to its latest list of notable stories.