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May 29, 2025

Kayla Layden ‘24, Marketing Coordinator, D.R. Horton

When her original grad program was discontinued, Kayla Layden pivoted into NC State’s Master of Marketing Analytics—and found a new path she’s passionate about. From faculty support to real-world connections, the MMA program helped her build the skills and network to thrive in a new industry.

May 8, 2025

Celebrating the Class of Spring 2025: Voices from Poole’s Graduate Programs

Meet a few of the exceptional students graduating this spring from Poole College’s Jenkins Graduate Programs, each with a compelling story of personal growth and career transformation. From navigating global industries to spearheading campus initiatives, these graduates are ready to make their mark on the world.

Dec 6, 2024

Celebrating the December 2024 Graduates of Poole’s Jenkins Graduate Programs

Get inspired by the journeys of five standout students from Poole College’s Jenkins Graduate Programs, each celebrating their accomplishments and preparing for the next chapter as they cross the stage this December.

Nov 13, 2024

Introducing the 2024-25 McLauchlan Leadership Fellows at Poole College

Get to know the 25 Jenkins Graduate students who have been selected as McLauchlan Leadership Fellows for the 2024–25 academic year.

Sep 20, 2024

Meet the Faces of Poole: Our New Graduate Students

Meet the newest members of the Poole College of Management’s Jenkins Graduate Programs! From career changers to industry leaders, these students bring a wealth of experience and ambition—get to know their stories and what they hope to achieve at Poole.

May 24, 2024

Heather Young, Platform Engagement and Deepening Product Manager at Truist

For Heather Young, the flexibility of the Master of Management program, along with the practical, hands-on curriculum and supportive faculty, have made for a rich learning experience that adds value to her career in real time.

May 23, 2024

Newsweek Features Poole Research on Daylight Savings Time

Reviewing consumer data, two marketing professors find the effects of springing forward on spending and eating habits.

Apr 29, 2024

5 Outstanding Graduates from Jenkins Class of 2024

Discover the inspiring stories of five exceptional graduates from Poole College of Management’s Jenkins Graduate Programs as they transition from academic excellence to impactful careers.

Apr 23, 2024

Kingson Wang ’23, Financial Analyst at First Citizens Bank

According to Kingson Wang, Jenkins Graduate School offered a foundation in marketing and analytics he couldn’t find anywhere else – and as a career changer hoping to pivot into a data analyst role, that opportunity was too good to pass up. Thanks to hands-on learning opportunities in the MMA program and the opportunity to learn modern analytics software, he landed a job at First Citizens Bank.

Jan 23, 2024

Bill Rand Explains How AI Is Reshaping the Marketing Landscape

The integration of AI into marketing departments has helped refine their decision-making and revolutionize the way businesses engage with their customers.