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Senior Spotlight: Zoe Watts

Zoe Watts, a senior at NC State, was originally drawn to chemical engineering. However, her path took a delightful turn when a summer camp experience in 2020 sparked her interest in materials science and engineering.

Senior Spotlight: Grace Kiel

Originally an intended Chemical Engineering major, Grace Kiel discovered MSE through a mentor in her sorority who introduced her to the field’s unique blend of chemistry and physics.

NC State MSE Team Wins 2nd Place in Materials Bowl at 2025 TMS Annual Meeting

Professor Bharat Gwalani shares his immense pride at the outstanding second place finish achievement of the NC State MSE team Atomic Pack in the 2025 TMS Materials Bowl, held as part of the prestigious TMS Annual Meeting & Exhibition in Las Vegas.

Senior Spotlight: Mason Shaffer

Mason Shaffer sought after an MSE department to pursue materials science for advancements in the broad discipline to drive vast progress in technology.

Senior Spotlight: Sofia Antinozzi

When she first entered college, Sofia wasn't sure which major to pursue. “In high school, my most interesting class was chemistry, so I knew I wanted a chemistry-heavy major,” she shares.

Senior Spotlight: Ben Finley

Benjamin Finley’s path to MSE was not a straightforward one, but it led him to a fulfilling and exciting future.