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Promotions, New Hires and Momentum Drive ISE Forward

Rob Lasson

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Oct 22, 2025

inGear is HERE!

The latest edition of inGear Magazine is HERE! Get your copy of the 2025 inGear Magazine, or pick up a copy in ISE’s main office.
A headshot of Ronnie Karanjia wearing a gray suit with a purple tie, standing in front of a white background.

Oct 22, 2025

5 Questions with Ronnie Karanjia

Ronnie Karanjia, ISE alum, is a finance expert with academic roots at UNC and NC State, later leading risk roles at major banks, the Fed and Citigroup.
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Oct 22, 2025

The Value of University Research

University research drives innovation, from GPS and Google to life-saving medicines, fueling the economy, improving health, and shaping everyday life.
Jordan Kern standing at his office desk, working on his computer.

Oct 22, 2025

Faculty Spotlight | Jordan Kern

From science at UNC to engineering at NC State, Jordan Kern’s winding path shows how curiosity and resilience can reshape a career and lead to success.
A headshot of Nafi Ahmed standing with his arms crossed in front of a white background.

Oct 22, 2025

Graduate Student Spotlight | Nafi Ahmed

Curious from childhood, Nafi Ahmed pursued ISE at NC State, now researching cultivated meat to advance sustainable food and inspire future engineers.
A headshot of Ashton Sumpter standing in front of a large wooden wall.

Oct 22, 2025

Undergrad Student Spotlight | Ashton Sumpter

Ashton Sumpter’s childhood love of building grew into a passion for ISE at NC State, fueled by Future City, the Goodnight Scholarship, and a drive to create.
A headshot of Candance Gingles standing in front of a light gray background.

Oct 22, 2025

Advisory Board Chair Notes

Candance Gingles, advisory board chair, shares his thoughts on the value of an NC State ISE degree and how alums can get involved with the department.
A female student in a graduation cap and gown holding up two fingers with a number sign to the left of her hand. This represents both the two places ISE moved up the national rankings, but the number eleven as well.

Sep 23, 2025

ISE Jumps Two Spots, Eyes Top 10

ISE rises to 11th in U.S. News rankings, raising degree value and moving closer to a national Top 10 spot.
Headshots of Jake Peloquin on the left and Gal Mendelson on the right, with abstract streams of knowledge flowing from their heads to the center of the image.

Sep 15, 2025

ISE Welcomes New Faculty Driving AI Solutions

Jake Peloquin and Gal Mendelson bring fresh expertise in AI to ISE, advancing innovation in manufacturing and sustainability.
Two ISE female staffers posing at the Transitions and Triumphs event.

Aug 29, 2025

Promotions, New Hires and Momentum Drive ISE Forward

ISE celebrated promotions and welcomed new team members at the Transitions and Triumphs Reception, fostering growth and connection for the year ahead.