Park Scholarships

05/21/2026

"In genetics, the more you learn, the more questions you have." 🧬

For Razi Sayyed ‘27, seeking answers meant diving headfirst into everything NC State has to offer. By embracing curiosity, he went from an ER tech and amateur boxer to a community leader launching vital campus organizations.

His advice? Don’t just look for opportunities, create them.

Razi Sayyed ’27 founded a national boxing club, led global medical trips and is shaping his future in medicine.

05/19/2026

Congratulations to Ana-Victoria Gomez '26, Anil Gordon '26 and Brennan Selcz '26 for being chosen as commencement speakers for their respective departments.

🎓 Ana-Victoria Gomez ➡️
🎓 Anil Gordon ➡️
🎓 Brennan Selcz ➡️

Wishing these graduates the absolute best in their next chapters! Go Pack! 🐾

05/18/2026

"Somewhere along the way, many of us got to redefine what success meant. Success became asking for help. Success became choosing rest. Success became finding creative outlets… the gym, the craft center, clubs, faith communities, friendships. Success became learning that failure is feedback, not a verdict."

Nathan Auman ’26 reflects on letting go of perfectionism and navigating a rocky transition into college. Read more!

Nathan Auman ’26 is a Park Scholar and industrial engineering graduate who overcame early college struggles to build an impactful legacy.

05/14/2026

We are thrilled to celebrate Joy Tongsri, senior associate director of Park Scholarships, for receiving the 2026 Outstanding Dissertation Award and completing her Ph.D.! 🏆

Joy’s research focused on how leadership training promotes real-world community service and advocacy, work she has been putting into practice with our scholars for nearly two decades. Joy has been an integral part of the Park Scholarships family since 2008, and her dedication scholar leadership continues to inspire us all.

Congratulations, Joy! Read more here: https://park.ncsu.edu/2026/05/13/joy-tongrsi-receives-2026-outstanding-dissertation-award/

05/13/2026

We are excited to announce the Park Scholarships Class of 2030!

Park Scholarships is excited to announce the incoming Class of 2030! They will join almost 1,300 Park Scholars across the world.

05/08/2026

captured the essence of the Park Scholarship in her commencement address.

“Park has asked something more of us… Instead of focusing on the next rung on life’s ladder, I encourage you all to be intentional. Who will be better off because of what I choose to do next? Will we use what we have been given to create opportunities for others? Will we choose purpose even when it is harder than prestige?”

05/08/2026

introducing the newest members of the Park Alumni Society…

⭐️ The Class of 2026 ⭐️

05/06/2026

Congratulations to Isaac Carreno, Abby Mulry and Molly Sue Smith for receiving NC State's Mathews Medal!

Congratulations to Isaac Carreno '26, Abigail (Abby) Mulry '26 and Molly Sue Smith '26 who received the Mathews Medal!

04/28/2026

On April 18, over 400 volunteers came together for Service Raleigh 2026 to give back to Raleigh community.

From local parks to community centers, Park Scholars, friends and neighbors joined forces to complete dozens of service projects across the city. This annual tradition continues to show that when we work together, we can make a massive impact.

Thank you to everyone who spent their Saturday getting their hands dirty for a good cause! 🙌

Check out the full story here:

Over 400 people showed up to volunteer at 38 partner sites across Raleigh at Service Raleigh, hosted and planned by several Park Scholars.