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Howl About You

Employee Spotlight Series

NC State employs more than 8,000 employees who work across a multitude of colleges, divisions, departments, offices and units that spread across the state. Even though some of us have developed close professional relationships and friendships with colleagues, for many of us getting to know anyone other than our daily co-workers is difficult. That’s why we’ve created Howl About You, a page where we shine a spotlight on our employees by letting them share five facts about themselves. As you read the entries on Howl About You, we hope you discover someone who shares the same professional or personal interests as you and make a connection with them. 

Learn how to participate in Howl About You!

Fran Lawrence

University Controller
University Controller’s Office

Fran Lawrence

NC State is a family tradition. My husband and I are NC State graduates, and three of my sons attend NC State. Go Pack!

I grew up in New Jersey on a large farm with fruits and vegetables. We had a peach orchard on our farm, and in the summer, the public could come and pick peaches.

Old-school hip-hop is my music of choice, but I also love classic rock.


I’ve been working at NC State for more than a year, and I love it. The team I work with is fantastic. This atmosphere and culture is exactly where I should be.

The beach is one of my favorite places. Walking or reading while listening to the ocean waves is a great way to unwind.

How To Participate

We’d love for you to submit five facts about yourself so we can share them on our website and/or in Howl You Know, the HR newsletter. Just fill out this form, and our communications team will review your submission for publication. If you have questions or know of an employee who would be great for us to spotlight, send an email to hrcommunications@ncsu.edu and write Howl About You in the subject line.