Wilson College Communications

Jul 24, 2012

Caroline “Nicole” Trader

Caroline “Nicole” Trader – from Lake Junaluska, NC, graduated from Tuscola High School where she was Valedictorian of her graduating class. Nicole’s academic dedication earned her straight A’s throughout high school and recognition as the 2011 Most Outstanding AP English Student by the College Board. She has held leadership positions in a broad range of…

May 28, 2012

2012 J.W. Weaver Best Paper of the Year Award

Research to advance Forensic Textile Analytical Chemistry conducted by two TECS faculty members and two former undergraduate students was recently awarded the 2012 J.W. Weaver Paper of the Year Award by the American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists. Both students entered NC State’s Graduate School with a research focus in analytical chemistry: Nathan Weisner…

Jul 24, 2011

Michael Robert Auten

Michael Robert Auten – from Hickory, NC graduated from Hickory High School. Michael is an AP Scholar with honor, and he received academic honors the past three years for maintaining a cumulative “A” average. Michael was President of the National Honors Society, Senior Class Vice President, and founder of the Hickory High Military Alumni Association.…

Jul 24, 2011

Rachel Elizabeth Chapla

Rachel Elizabeth Chapla – from Cary, NC graduated from Green Hope High School. During her high school career, Rachel was an active member of the Young Democrats Association and the newly-formed Harry Potter Club. She participated in varsity lacrosse all four years and ran varsity cross country for three years. Rachel has earned a National…

Jul 24, 2011

Kelsy Pauline Fuller

Kelsy Pauline Fuller – from Raleigh, NC graduated from Athens Drive High School. Kelsy was an avid leader of Unite Bible Study and the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, as well as a member of the National Honors Society and Key Club. Outside of the classroom, Kelsy enjoys cooking, scrapbooking and organizing. She is actively involved…

Jul 24, 2011

Omar Imad Knio

Omar Imad Knio – from Raleigh, NC graduated from Athens Drive High School. Omar was an avid member of the National Honors Society, Environmental Awareness Club, Key Club, Chess Club, Arabic Club, Youth and Government, and the Model United Nations. He was also a four-year participant in the Science Olympiad, where he received several scientific…

Jul 24, 2011

Lauren Ashley Koepnick

Lauren Ashley Koepnick – from Raleigh, NC graduated from Athens Drive High School. While taking a rigorous course load, Lauren received straight A’s throughout high school and was recognized as an Honors Scholar for maintaining above a 4.0 GPA. Her junior year, she was designated as an AP Scholar for her exceptional performance on her…

Jul 24, 2011

Diana Jennifer Reese

Diana Jennifer Reese – from Loveland, OH graduated from Loveland High School. Diana has also earned a Park Scholarship, the most prestigious University-wide scholarship offered to students attending NC State. These two honors make Diana the only Park-Centennial Scholar in her incoming freshman class. Diana is a National Merit Scholar as well as an AP…

Jul 24, 2011

Jaclyn Elizabeth Smith

Jaclyn Elizabeth Smith – from Raleigh, NC graduated from Millbrook High School. Jaclyn’s academic dedication earned her straight A’s throughout high school and recognition as an AP Scholar with Distinction. Jaclyn was inducted into the National Honors Society and designated Student Body Treasurer of the Millbrook Executive Board. Since the fifth grade, Jaclyn has been…

Jul 24, 2011

Logan Matthew Wyont

Logan Matthew Wyont – from Gastonia, NC graduated from Highland School of Technology. During his high school career, Logan was President of the Technology Student Association, Secretary of the Beta Club, and Junior class Vice President of the Student Council. He represented Gaston County High Schools and the Student Advisory Board on the United Way…