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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.

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.

Jacob Jones Wins Holladay Medal

This week, STEPS Center Director Jacob Jones was awarded the Alexander Quarles Holladay Medal for Excellence, the highest honor bestowed by NC State and the university’s Board of Trustees.

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.

Senior Spotlight: Caitlyn Obrero

Senior Caitlyn Obrero never imagined that her journey would lead her to the world of MSE. A native of Durham, NC, Caitlyn initially envisioned a career in medicine, but her path shifted as a freshman . Today, she is a standout student in the MSE department and an aspiring researcher at Stanford University.

Senior Spotlight: Aidan Hennessee

When Aidan Hennessee first set foot on the campus of NC State, he was unsure where his passion for engineering would take him. Now, as he prepares for graduation, Aidan reflects on how MSE has become the perfect blend of his interests and aspirations.