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Your Path to CALS
Meet @NCStateAGI grad Macy Griffin! 👋🎓
Griffin is from Pittsboro, N.C., and graduated last weekend with an Associate of Applied Science in Livestock and Poultry Management.
In her time at NC State she was a student ambassador for the Agricultural Institute and actively involved in agriculture outside of the classroom through her family’s farm, Lutterloh Farms. She has a background in FFA leadership and community involvement, which inspired her path to NC State CALS.
“My time at NC State CALS and the Agricultural Institute has pushed me to grow both personally and professionally, while reinforcing my passion for agriculture and preparing me for what’s next,” she said. “I am incredibly thankful for the hands-on learning, supportive faculty and real-world experiences at NC State that have helped me build confidence in my future within agriculture.”
After graduation, she will be continuing her education through NC State’s four-year Agricultural Business Management Program while staying connected to her family’s farm and the livestock industry. Her career goal is to take on a leadership role at her family’s farm and continue contributing to the agriculture industry in North Carolina.
Please join us in congratulating her on her achievement! 🐺
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Meet recent CALS grad Caroline Keenan! ✨🎓
Keenan is from Kinston, N.C., and graduated last weekend with a Bachelor of Science in Biological and Agricultural Engineering Technology. In her time at NC State, she served as co-chairman for @ncsuducksunlimited and secretary for the @ncsupackpullers. She was additionally a member of @ncstate_asabe and @ncsuagronomyclub.
“My time at NC State did not start off on the right foot, but God put me truly where I needed to be, and in a program that has formed some vitally important relationships,” she said. “I have loved my time here at State, and I wouldn’t trade it for the world. Sometimes it just takes time to get to where you need to be.”
After graduation, she plans to move to Edenton, N.C. to pursue a career in marine and fisheries engineering.
Please join us in welcoming her to the CALS Alumni Pack! 🐺
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Meet recent CALS grad Jarred Peterson. 👋🎓
Peterson is from Gastonia, N.C., and graduated last week with a Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Science. At NC State, he completed the Traditions Keeper medal program, where he was able to document, share and take part in traditions important to NC State’s history.
“My time at NC State, especially within NC State CALS, was nothing short of amazing!” he said. “The faculty, staff and students were incredibly supportive and gave me the tools to pursue my passion for agriculture, ultimately guiding me toward my interest in controlled environment agriculture and space crop production.”
After graduation, Peterson plans to gain hands-on experience working as an agricultural specialist before pursuing a master’s degree in biological and agricultural engineering with a systems analysis concentration. A career goal of his is to contribute to NASA’s Vegetable Production System and Advanced Plant Habitat.
Join us in welcoming him to the Alumni Pack! 🐺
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