First-Year Student Stories

Sep 14, 2026

Goodnight Research Scholars: Talal, Grace, and Ben

Meet Talal Aslam ’28, Grace Corkhill ’29, and Ben Fishback ’29. Learn how these undergraduate researchers got started, explore the meaningful projects they’re working on, and see how early research…

May 27, 2026

Goodnight Scholarships Announces the Class of 2030 and Transfer Class of 2029

The Goodnight Scholarships Office at NC State is proud to announce the 100 new scholars joining the Goodnight Scholars Program and the 60 new scholars joining the Goodnight Transfer Scholars…

May 8, 2026

Goodnight Scholarships Celebrates the Graduating Class of 2026

The Goodnight Scholarships office is excited to celebrate the achievements, tenaciousness, and drive of the graduating class of 2026. This year’s Graduation Celebration returned to Prestonwood Country Club, with an…

May 7, 2026

GSP Spotlight: Penny Kudlak Blends Textiles, Sustainability, and Entrepreneurship

Penny Kudlak is a Traditional 2028 Goodnight Scholar, majoring in Textile Technology with a concentration in Operations and Supply Chain Management, and a minor in Business Administration. She is intrigued…

Mar 12, 2026

GSP Spotlight: Get to know Xavier Karatz, aka Rapper X Caratz

Meet Xavier Karatz, aka X Caratz. A member of the traditional Goodnight Scholars 2029 cohort with a Chemical Engineering major, Xavier raps under the name X Caratz. “I’ve always been…

Feb 24, 2026

Goodnight Scholarships Select Finalist for Class of 2030

The Goodnight Scholars Program at NC State University revealed 182 finalists who will participate in the Program’s 10th Annual Finalist Interview Day. From the Finalist Interview Day, 100 students will…

Feb 10, 2026

GSP Spotlight: Kaleb Harrison

Meet Kaleb Harrison, a member of the Goodnight Scholars Class of 2026 and a double major in physics and mathematics. During his time at NC State Kaleb has made unforgettable…

Nov 4, 2025

GSP Spotlight: Matthew Morris Designs a Next-Level Lounge Arcade Machine

Scholars entering the GS lounge in Peele may notice a standout feature: a custom-built arcade machine created by Matthew Morris, a dual-enrolled student in electrical and computer engineering. Matthew’s project…

Sep 24, 2025

GSP Spotlight: Alissa Huang

Meet Alissa Huang, a member of the Goodnight Scholars Class of 2027 and a Nuclear Engineering major. In this Q&A, Alissa shares her experiences, passions, and the lessons she’s carrying…

May 27, 2025

Goodnight Scholarships Announces the Class of 2029 and Transfer Class of 2028

The Goodnight Scholarships Office at NC State is proud to announce the 100 new scholars joining the Goodnight Scholars Program Class of 2029, and the 60 new scholars joining the…