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Donor Recognition Event

An annual event celebrating our generous donors and recognizing the achievements made possible by philanthropy

Why Donors Matter

Undergraduate scholarships equip students with the confidence and perspective to become future leaders. These opportunities provide a competitive edge, helping students build the experience needed to launch successful careers in academia, industry and society.

Graduate support is critical for recruiting top-tier students in a competitive environment. These talented individuals are vital to our mission—elevating our research, enhancing undergraduate mentorship and helping us attract world-class faculty.

Faculty support empowers the best and brightest professors to push the boundaries of their fields. Your investment provides resources for recruiting and retaining the brilliant minds who mentor our students and drive groundbreaking scientific research.

Unrestricted support provides Dean Owen with the essential flexibility to direct funds where they are needed most. Our unrestricted funds are the foundation of our financial planning for key priorities.

Investing in high-impact experiences allows students to bridge the gap between theory and practice. When students apply their knowledge to real-world problems, they deepen their understanding and expand the way they approach solutions. Your philanthropy supports leadership development, study abroad and so much more.

Thanks to your generosity, we are better positioned to make the College of Sciences one of the world’s leading centers of scientific research, innovation and creativity.

Together, We’re Making a Difference

69%

Of Sciences undergraduates apply for financial aid

15%

Of undergraduate student need is addressed by foundation scholarships

30%

More undergraduate students are receiving scholarships and the average award amount has grown by 22% in just five years, thanks to donor support

56

Graduate students receive financial support from across 93 foundation funds

20%

More funding is being awarded to graduate students, thanks to philanthropy

34

Endowed professorships support research, teaching and creativity in the college

A Mother-Daughter Legacy: Why Suzanne and Emily Gordon Give

“Practical students are shaping a future where the world becomes a better, safer and healthier place. It has been incredibly rewarding to see the impact of our scholarships on these students over the years, and I look forward to continuing to support even more of them in the future.” – Suzanne Gordon

What Your Support Makes Possible

Aiden Finnerty ’27

“Your support has enabled me to take leaps towards my career goals. With your help, I have been able to do internships and do what I am passionate about. I do truly believe that my work in the aquarium will help create an impact and inspire conservation in the public, but none of it would be possible without you.”

Recipient of the Patricia A. and W. Donald Johnson Scholarship

Robert Ramos ’26

“Your investment in my career is much appreciated and is bound to make a large impact on my life. With this scholarship, I can now shift more of my focus to my academics and less on financial stressors, which will support my academic career immensely.”

Recipient of the J. Scott & Kathryn Guthrie Scholarship

Lilyanna Hopkins ’26

“This scholarship will help alleviate the financial burden of my education, allowing me to focus more on my academic goals, research, and leadership responsibilities. Beyond academics, this scholarship provides encouragement and reminds me that there are people who believe in my potential. Thank you for investing in my future as a physician-scientist and community advocate.”

Recipient of the Su-Mei and Long-Rong Kao Scholarship

Joshua Atta-Kumi ’30

“This graduate award represents an invaluable investment in my academic future and research aspirations. It also provides peace of mind and stability that will allow me to maintain a healthy work-life balance while pursuing my passion for scientific discovery and contributing meaningfully to my field.”

Recipient of the Charles G. Moreland Graduate Award

Marie Davidian

“My professorship allows me to purchase new equipment and supplement existing grants to better benefit students.”

J. Stuart Hunter Distinguished Professor

Harald Ade

“The recognition from a professorship allows me to recruit better students and postdocs. This is vital, as these are the boots on the ground.”

Goodnight Innovation Distinguished Professor

Photos from Donor Events

Learn More

Contact us at sciences-advancement@ncsu.edu to learn more about donating to the College of Sciences.