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Sep 23, 2024

Vendor Onboarding as a Value Driver

Written by Sharon Loosman. Vendor onboarding has been transformed into a strategic value driver for procurement operations at NC State. Through this strategy, we have ensured accurate and timely vendor records to mitigate risks associated with outdated or incorrect data.   Back in 2021, the Procurement and Accounts Payable teams in the Finance Division evaluated the…

Aug 22, 2024

Updated Tuition Waiver Process

Written by Zeryn Macklin. Starting in the Summer of 2023, the University Cashier’s Office made a significant update to the tuition waiver process by transitioning from a paper-based application to a fully online and electronic system. This change has simplified the process for faculty and staff, making it more efficient and accessible.  The results of…

Aug 22, 2024

Procurement Staff Updates

Written by Joel Bristol. Procurement and Business Services has undergone some reorganization after saying goodbye to Blain Woods, who retired from the role of Assistant Director of Procurement Services this year. We are pleased to announce that Chanelle Corpening, who previously served as the Strategic Sourcing Analyst, has been promoted to the role of Assistant…

Aug 22, 2024

Recognizing Our New Hire and Student Workers

Written by Zeryn Macklin. As the Fall semester begins, we are excited to introduce some key members of the University Cashier’s Office team. Caleb Perkins, our new full-time student accounts specialist, joined us recently and is getting settled into his role. Meanwhile, Kirsten Jackson and Diarra Diagne, our dedicated student workers, have been with us…

Jul 27, 2024

Supporting Our Global Pack with Flywire

Written by Zeryn Macklin. The Fall 2024 semester is just around the corner, and NC State is thrilled to welcome over 1,000 new international students to our growing community! These students come from various backgrounds representing more than 129 countries, adding to the vibrant tapestry of the Wolfpack. With a total of over 6,000 international…

Jul 27, 2024

Save The Date! MarketPlace Expo

Written by Procurement Services. We are excited to announce the 13th Annual MarketPlace Expo! We are hosting both an in-person and virtual event because of the popularity of the expo. Join us Thursday, November 14 at the McKimmon Conference and Training Center from 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. During the in-person event at the McKimmon…

Jun 24, 2024

New Fleet Card Center

Written by Vicky Bradshaw and Sharon Loosman. NC State has partnered with Wright Express (WEX) to provide a limited credit card program called the Fleet Card. NC State employees whose department or college has given authority to purchase fuel and minor vehicle repairs for NC State-owned vehicles are eligible to apply. Fleet Card transactions are…

Jun 24, 2024

Summer Orientation Presentations

Written by Mia Pollard. Orientation groups have been buzzing around campus this summer and stopping for brief informational sessions presented by the Student Services Center staff with support from the Student Accounts team. During these presentations, incoming students and their families learn how to navigate the MyPack Portal, find and understand charges and bills, report…

May 23, 2024

Fully Staffed: Summer Call Center

Written by Mia Pollard. As we enter our 12th year of implementation, the University Cashier’s Office is pleased to announce our summer call center is fully staffed with seven student workers, including two who have been with us since the beginning of the 2023-24 academic year.  Our student workers assist in answering phone calls and…

May 23, 2024

PaymentWorks Hall of Fame Award

Written by Megan Catt. In December 2023, PaymentWorks hosted an event to honor vendor management professionals and the value they bring to this important area of work. During the event, Megan Catt and Sharon Loosman were inducted into the inaugural PaymentWorks Hall of Fame. They were selected due to their contributions to the PaymentWorks User…