2025 CALS Award for Excellence Winner - Fed Planchón

Congratulations to Fed Planchón for receiving one of this year's CALS Award for Excellence! This university-wide award recognizes outstanding non-faculty employees who have made exceptional contributions beyond their normal job responsibilities. Winners are first selected at the college level and then have the opportunity to be recognized at the university level. This award is the most prestigious honor bestowed upon non-faculty employees.


Two men stand in front of an NC State University College of Agriculture and Life Sciences backdrop; one holds a red and gold award plaque while both smile for the camera.

Since joining our team in 2019, Fed has always stepped up to fill the need and find solutions to improve procedures. He is always willing to assist with departmental needs beyond his day to day work putting his multimedia, communication, and multilingual skills to use.


“Let's extend our heartfelt congratulations to Fed for his outstanding achievement in receiving the CALS Award for Excellence! This outstanding recognition is a true testament to his dedication and contributions, which resonate not only within EFNEP but across the entire department. His passion and integrity are commendable, and we couldn't be prouder of him!” - Lisa Benavente, EFNEP Coordinator


Seven award recipients pose in front of a stone wall, each holding a plaque and making the NC State “wolf hand” gesture, dressed in business attire.

We are honored to have one of our own EFNEP employees, Federico Planchón receive this award. Congratulations, Fed!