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Holly Jordan and Jamie Pendergrass

2 NC State Employees Win Governor’s Award

NC State staff members Holly Jordan and Jamie Pendergrass received the Governor’s Award for Excellence at a ceremony held Nov. 19.

Meet the winners

People performing yoga.

Explore De-Stress Fest Activities for Employees

De-Stress Fest is an opportunity to relax, rejuvenate and return to work with a fresh perspective.

See our list of fest activities for employees

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Ways To Have Meaningful Impact During the Giving Season

Employees can use community service leave to volunteer and the Voluntary Shared Leave program to donate leave time.

Learn how you can make a difference

The Belltower

Winter Break and Personal Observance Leave Reminders

Winter break at NC State is Dec. 24-26 and Dec. 29-31. The university will observe the New Year’s holiday Jan. 1, 2026.

Review the reminders

A cup of Port City Java coffee near a computer.

What Is Your Favorite Morning Drink?

We’re curious to know your favorite go-to morning beverage.

A man pinches the top of his nose while he sits at his desk.

Why Nothing Matters

Ursula Hairston, assistant vice chancellor for HR strategy, writes about why we should acknowledge and address the challenges we face at work.

Learn how to address challenges at work

A photo of campus during the fall

Fall Photos: Snapshots of Campus

Ashley Kim, an intern on the HR communications team, captured a series of photos that showcase our beautiful campus.

See the photo gallery

A wreath on an open door.

Chancellor’s Holiday Open House Is Dec. 12

Chancellor Kevin Howell invites all NC State faculty and staff to The Point for a reception and festive food.

Don’t miss the Holiday Open House

Chancellor Kevin Howell congratulates an employee for winning an Award for Excellence.

Nominate Colleagues for NC State’s Awards for Excellence

The award is the most prestigious honor bestowed upon nonfaculty employees.

Recognize your colleagues for their outstanding work

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Get Tuition Discount at Chesterbrook Schools

NC State employees can get a 10% discount on tuition rates at local Chesterbrook schools.

Learn how you can save on tuition

Employees at Red and White Fest.

2025 Red and White Fest Recap: Photos, Video

University Human Resources hosted Red and White Fest on Oct. 31.

Watch our recap video and click through the photos

The Wellness and Recreation Center

Get Active: Take Free Fitness and Wellness Classes

HR Wellness encourages employees to take advantage of Employee Wellness and Fitness Classes and Flourish Fridays.

Register for classes today

Raj Bhosale

Howl About You is our employee spotlight series. Each month, we will introduce you to some of NC State’s outstanding employees and share five facts about them. This month, we want you to meet Raj Bhosale, Tracie Matthews and Abagail Watford.

Meet the featured employees

Family Holiday Makerspace Experience

LEAD Event: Coaching vs Directing: A Guide For Leaders

Employee Wellness and Fitness Classes

More News and Resources

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Stop Before You Shop: Safe Online Shopping Tips

Up Your Google Game and More IT Training

Help NC State Win the Pantry Bowl

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Porch, McKenzie To Lead UNC System Staff Assembly

New Campus Pavilion Offers Sustainable Gathering Space

Labor Condition Application Notices

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