Glad that I had good advisors. He was competent as a sociologist and especially good at research. He went out of his way to make time for me, to help me, to provide direction and moral support. I consider our interaction to have been among the most stimulating and enjoyable experiences of my life. The years I spent at NCSU were very positive and I continue to have a strong working relationship, as well as fondness, for persons there.
Faculty genuinely care about their grad students.
Vibrant teaching with a focus on inequality theories and scholarship. Outstanding mentoring in teaching, research and professionalism, even after graduation. Supportive student cohorts and long lasting friendships. The level of collegiality among graduate students and faculty in the sociology program is unparalleled. Students are treated as junior colleagues and as such are nurtured in their professional development.