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Lexus Silver, a spring 2025 NC State graduate, poses in cap and gown in the leadup to commencement.

Students

Ready for Success

They came here with big goals. An NC State education gave them the knowledge and experiences to reach for them.

Rewatch commencement as it happened on May 3.

Congratulations, Class of 2025

It’s all been leading to this. You’ve turned your tassels and you’re finally NC State graduates. We couldn’t be more proud of you and everything you’ve accomplished as part of our Pack.

Now, we’re sharing your stories and spotlighting some incredible new Wolfpack alumni.

Astounding New Alums

Our brand-new alumni hail from 43 states and 59 countries. They range from 18 years old to 69 years old. And 1,268 of them are the first in their family to earn a college degree.

By every metric, this year’s graduating class excelled and exceeded expectations. We can’t wait to see what’s next.

6,898 Spring Graduates

7,234 Degrees Awarded

Today is Chancellor Kevin Howell’s first day. 👏🐺 Howell is NC State’s 15th chancellor and the third NC State alumnus to serve in the role.

“When I think about what I love most about NC State, it’s you — the people. The students, faculty and staff that keep this place and our mission moving forward day after day here in Raleigh, across the state and beyond,” Howell said in his first message as chancellor.

He comes to NC State from UNC Health. Prior to that role, he served as NC State’s vice chancellor for external affairs, partnerships and economic development. Welcome home, Chancellor Howell!
Dancing with your friends, finding your family in the crowd, turning your tassel with your bestie, swaying to the alma mater. Graduating. That is the whole point. 

We’re so proud of you, class of 2025. Can’t wait to see what you Think and Do next. 🤘🐺🐾 #NCState25

See Yourself Here

NC State’s campus is full of legendary landmarks, beautiful outdoor spaces, state-of-the-art facilities and ways to find — and celebrate with — your community. It’s a place to live, learn and thrive.