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With nearly 100,000 alumni across the globe, our Seahawk family is making a difference in communities everywhere. Discover alumni success stories, news updates and alumni-owned businesses in the features below. Don't forget to share your own news!

Kevin Nestvogel '15, owner of Nested Photography

Kevin Nestvogel '15 double majored in film studies and business administration as a Seahawk. The on-campus experience was the preparation needed for Nestvogel's current career, working for Live Oak Bank and running Nested Photography.

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Kevin Nestvogel

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Grace Pilcher ’21, ’22M in a navy jersey kicking a soccer ball.

Grace Pilcher ’21, ’22M Returns Overseas

Former Seahawk women's soccer standout is among the first Peace Corps volunteers back overseas since the agency’s unprecedented global evacuation in March 2020.

Maurice Smith

Maurice Smith '79, looks back on his nearly 44 years working with credit unions.
Jessica Barnette

Jessica Barnette '15, '18M received the $25,000 Milken Educator Award, often hailed as the 'Oscar of Teaching.'
Kerri Allen

Kerri Allen '11, '13M continues to protect the shores by running the Southeast Regional Office of the N.C. Coastal Federation.
Brad Knighton

Brad Knighton '19 has retired after a 16-year professional career, including 15 seasons in Major League Soccer.