ASPSA

Jan 18, 2017

288 Caterpillar Scholar-Athletes Recognized for their Academic Achievements

During halftime of the NC State men’s basketball game on Tuesday, January 17, 288 Caterpillar Scholar-Athletes were recognized . These scholar-athletes earned a term grade point average of 3.0 or higher during the fall 2016 semester. Of the 288 student-athletes, 177 were on the dean’s list, 32 had a perfect 4.0 semester GPA, and four were…

Jan 10, 2017

NC State Advisor Honored with Regional Advising Award

Congratulations are in order for NC State academic advisor Maria Crockett as she was recently selected for the Region 3 Excellence in Advising – Advisor Primary Role Award. This award is given by NACADA’s Global Community for Academic Advising and recognizes individuals whose primary role at the institution is the direct delivery of advising services to…

Oct 5, 2016

Top Student Athletes Honored at Halftime

During halftime of the football game against Wake Forest on Saturday, October 1, 299 Caterpillar Scholar Athletes were commended on center field for their academic achievements. These student athletes earned a term grade point average of 3.0 or higher in spring 2016. They were joined on the field by Chancellor Dr. Randy Woodson, Vice Chancellor…

Feb 18, 2016

Mid-year Freshman Student-Athletes: Transitioning from High School to College

Every January, a handful of student-athletes graduate early from high school and start their collegiate journey earlier than most of their peers. Transitioning from high school to college is challenging for any student, but starting in January instead of August posts its own set of unique adversities. Bryce Banks and Bryce Dixon, both mid-year student-athletes…

Feb 4, 2016

Student-Athlete Receives Prestigious Scholarship

Lauren Velasco, a women’s cross country and track athlete, was awarded the Kay K. Saintsing Memorial Award. She received the award in Charlotte in January. The $1,000.00 scholarship is awarded annually to a returning student at a North Carolina college or university. Selection criteria also includes that the student must have a minimum 3.0 cumulative…

Jan 14, 2016

Graduating Student-Athletes Honored at Annual Breakfast

Nineteen NC State student-athletes were honored at the ASPSA annual banquet in December.

Jan 14, 2016

Scholar Athletes Recognized At NC State Football Game

On September 12, 254 NC State Caterpillar Scholar Athletes were recognized for their performance in the classroom.

Jan 14, 2016

International Student-Athletes: A Unique Journey to Success

Transitioning from high school to college can be trying for any student, but international student-athletes face a unique set of challenges when they arrive here at NC State. This unique population must find a way to navigate their way to success.