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My NC State Story: Bruce Wittman (Communication ’78)

From Our Alums

Jul 30, 2019

My NC State Story: Chandler Carriker (History ‘01)

History alumnus Chandler Carriker says his degree led him to a career in ministry, where he continues teaching, inspiring and leading. 

Oct 15, 2018

My NC State Story: Katherine Aiello Bridges (Psychology, Interdisciplinary Studies ’11)

With degrees in psychology and interdisciplinary studies, therapist Katherine Bridges says she can meet her clients where they are, whether through traditional counseling, or by incorporating expressive art therapies. 
Lauren Pressley smiles in a headshot photograph.

Oct 5, 2018

My NC State Story: Lauren Pressley (Communication ’02; Philosophy ’03)

Lauren Pressley says her social sciences and humanities degrees gave her "an appreciation for nuance, logic and the complex systems of knowledge production" — and for using the library. 
Matt Starr smiles in a posed headshot.

Oct 1, 2018

My NC State Story: Matt Starr (Communication ’16)

Matt Starr says that at NC State, he found a purpose, and found his voice. He published his first book in 2018. 
Brian Riddick smiles in a posed headshot.

Sep 24, 2018

My NC State Story: Brian Riddick (English ’08)

English alumnus Brian Riddick shares how he realized that his love of literature and creative writing was not a path to law but a destination in and of itself. He recently self-published his first short story. 
Donovan Corneetz.

Nov 1, 2017

My NC State Story: Donovan Corneetz (Communication ’05)

Voice actor and NC State communication alum Donovan Corneetz shares how he first learned about his career and some of the companies he's given a voice to. 
CJ Idol.

Nov 1, 2017

My NC State Story: CJ Idol (History, Religious Studies ’12)

Alumnus CJ Idol says his NC State Humanities and Social Sciences degree gave him the confidence to explore the multidisciplinary field of archaeogaming. 

Sep 28, 2017

My NC State Story: Elisabeth Hegmann (MFA ’09)

MFA alumna Elisabeth Hegmann reflects on how her time at NC State ignited her passion for teaching and helping students. 

Sep 28, 2017

My NC State Story: Benjamin Canady (Communication ’96)

Communication alum Benjamin Canady reflects on his path to CNN International, where he works as a director. 

Sep 28, 2017

My NC State Story: Bruce Wittman (Communication ’78)

Alumnus and video production pro Bruce Wittman says he's still using the knowledge he acquired at NC State.