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Welcome to Centennial

We’re one of the premier research hubs in North America — uniting NC State University students and faculty, national and international partners, and the wider communities of Raleigh, the Research Triangle and North Carolina.

This is a place where ideas thrive, and everyone’s invited.

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Industry, Government and Nonprofit Partners

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University Centers, Institutes and Departments

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The Partner of Choice

Centennial Campus is home to brightest minds from industry, government and the academy. Together, we’ve built a bustling hub for innovation — and a launchpad for the next big thing.

Join forces with us

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ARTIST NOTES WEATHER UPDATE: 🔔
July 10, 2026 - 6 p.m.

SHOW CANCELED

Due to the increasing inclement weather in forecast, and in the interest of everyone’s safety, Artist Notes on July 10, 2026 will be CANCELED.

Thank you for your continued support of Artist Notes at The Corner. We will return for our next show in two weeks. Stay safe and dry tonight!

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ARTIST NOTES WEATHER UPDATE: 🔔 July 10, 2026 - 6 p.m. SHOW CANCELED Due to the increasing inclement weather in forecast, and in the interest of everyone’s safety, Artist Notes on July 10, 2026 will be CANCELED. Thank you for your continued support of Artist Notes at The Corner. We will return for our next show in two weeks. Stay safe and dry tonight!

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Thrive

We’ve made Centennial a place for everyone: Whoever you are, you can enjoy trail walks, food trucks, water sports and a best-in-class golf course. And we’ve packed the calendar with live concerts, movie nights, and events and activities that are free, fun and for everyone.

Discover your campus
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Research

NC State is one of the top public research universities in the United States, and that success is backed by the private sector. On Centennial, we’ve built a world-class research environment for our faculty and partners — and a worldwide reputation for innovation.

Dig into the work we do
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Learn

Unlike other university research parks, Centennial Campus is essential to academic life at NC State. It’s home to multiple colleges, graduate education, K-12 and online learning, and more. There’s a wellspring of emerging talent here, ready to get to work.

Explore what we offer
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Live and Work

Centennial Campus isn’t just cutting-edge labs and academic facilities; it also has condos, townhouses and student residences, as well as dozens of private, public and nonprofit partners. No matter who you are, you can make a home here — and build a career.

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Upcoming Events

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Jul 12

Sunday10:00 AM

Bike Maintenance Class and Group Ride
Jul 13

Monday12:15 PM

Free Yoga
Jul 14

Tuesday9:00 AM

Lake Raleigh Woods Hike
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Contact Us

Want to learn more about Centennial Campus and all that you’ll think and do here?

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