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A student interns stands outside with a view of the NC General Assembly building behind him.

Jun 18, 2025

From Campus to Capitol: Students Gain Real-World Experience in NC General Assembly

Political science majors gain hands-on legislative experience steps from campus.

Andrew Bolomey with his family.

Jun 18, 2025

Mission Complete: Andrew Bolomey Becomes His Family’s First College Graduate

After a decade-long detour through federal service and military life, Andrew Bolomey returned to NC State to finish what he started, becoming the first in his family to earn a bachelor’s degree.
2025 PhD PA Graduates

Jun 10, 2025

Department of Public Administration Celebrates Milestone in Educating Doctoral Students

NC State’s Department of Public Administration is celebrating a significant milestone: 100 students have now earned their Ph.D. through the program.  This milestone represents more than just a number for the department, which is housed within the School of Public and International Affairs (SPIA). Launched in 1997, the program has built upon the strong foundation…
headshots of Serena Kim and Graham Ambrose

Jun 4, 2025

PA Faculty Awarded CHASS Research Grant

Public Administration faculty Serena Kim and Graham Ambrose were awarded a grant as part of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences Office of Research and Engagement’s Junior Faculty and Development Awards and Research Seed Grants that were announced May 20, 2025. Their project, “Overcoming Collective Action Barriers to Community Microgrid Development: Experimental Insight” will…

May 22, 2025

Political Science Honors Program Celebrates Record Graduating Class

The program, which is rooted in undergraduate research, faculty mentorship, and academic excellence, has grown in recent years and just graduated its largest honors cohort. Meet our talented May 2025 graduates.

May 16, 2025

Courtside to Classroom: Darasjot Hothi Finds Success in the Online B.A. Completion Program

Darasjot Hothi balanced work, coaching, and academics to complete his degree through the NC State online Leadership in the Public Sector program. Now, he’s ready to step onto a new court — life after graduation.
Heather Lee holding her diploma

May 7, 2025

Heather Lee Receives Erika Fairchild Outstanding Paper Award

Graduating senior's exceptional research on public opinion and policy understanding earns departmental recognition at this year's commencement.
Photo of Adachi Amaram (left) and Nicholas J. Cooke (right).

May 7, 2025

Political Science Recognizes Two May Graduates with William J. Block Award for Service

Adachi Amaram and Nicholas J. Cooke are acknowledged for their notable contributions to the campus community outside of the classroom.

Apr 14, 2025

SPIA Students Explore Career Opportunities in Nation’s Capital

Political science majors navigate pathways to meaningful public service careers.

Apr 10, 2025

Graduate Programs Keep Up the High Rankings

NC State's public affairs programs have moved up in the newest U.S. News & World Report's rankings.