Announcements

Announcements about feature updates to NC State web platforms.

Spring flowers superimposed in front of the belltower

Apr 30, 2026

NC State Theme Release v4.16

This release includes many new features including Mega Menu, new Events block display options, media clips functionality and much more.

Mar 5, 2026

NC State Theme Release v4.15

This release includes many new features including Mega Menu, new Events block display options, media clips functionality and much more.

Fall leaves frame the Technology Tower at the Talley Student Union. Photo by Becky Kirkland.

Nov 19, 2025

NC State Theme Release v4.14

A smaller update before the holiday as we prepare for future releases in spring of 2026.

Talley Student Union framed by trees with autumnal leaves

Sep 18, 2025

NC State Theme Release 4.13

New post blocks, an improved Thumbnail Gallery block, and many other small improvements and bug fixes comprise v4.13.

Jul 22, 2025

NC State Theme Release 4.12

We’re excited to announce the release of NC State Theme version 4.12! This update brings several enhancements designed to make your content creation experience smoother and more efficient. Here’s what’s new for content maintainers. Enhanced Content Creation Features More Responsive Post Type Filtering One of the most significant improvements in this release is the addition…

NC State Belltower behind flag and metal sculpture

May 29, 2025

NC State Theme Release 4.11

This release of the NC State Theme focuses on improving the user experience for content maintainers while fixing several important bugs. The standout feature is an enhanced dashboard experience that makes it easier to find blocks and documentation.

Student with other graduates in regalia looking to side

Apr 24, 2025

Documentation Site User Discussions

Are you a frequent user of our documentation site? Do you have ideas or feedback on how we can make it even better? We’d love to hear from you! Join us for a user discussion session happening throughout next month. We’re looking to better understand what’s working well—and where we can improve. From April 25th…

Picture from inside the tower at Talley Student Union showing the architecture growing up

Apr 24, 2025

NC State Theme Release 4.10

We’re excited to announce the release of version 4.10 of the NC State Theme. This update represents a comprehensive revamp of our theme’s architecture and design system, rebuilding fundamental structures while maintaining visual continuity. This major overhaul prepares our digital ecosystem for future growth while significantly enhancing current functionality. Key Improvements Typography Refinements Comprehensive Design…

The sun sets on a warm summer evening on Centennial Campus at the Hunt Library

Apr 10, 2025

Improving Your WordPress Editing Experience

Are you experiencing slow load times when editing your WordPress site? You're not alone! While our technical teams are working on long-term solutions, there are several simple steps you can take to improve your editing experience right now.

Mar 10, 2025

Changes to Newswire Functionality Coming on April 7

The Newswire is a frequently used companion service to the theme, and the following proposed changes may impact how you use your site. Updates will be implemented on April 7 to improve the long-term sustainability of Newswire and provide a more consistent user experience. The goal of these changes is to reduce the number of variations of…

The Court of North Carolina on a winter day

Feb 28, 2025

NC State Theme Release 4.9

This release of the NC State Theme includes several small but useful updates. We have introduced a new system for handling legacy functionality that was removed or changed. Additionally, Gravity Forms is now supported within the Split Content block.

Jan 9, 2025

NC State Theme Release 4.8

In this release of the NC State Theme, our team introduces a new Table of Contents block. We also roll out support for the Co-Authors plugin, for crediting multiple authors in a post.

Reynolds Coliseum and Talley Student Union with fall foliage

Nov 18, 2024

NC State Theme Release 4.7

This version of the NC State Theme adds a new block to spotlight button-based calls to action. It also begins the role out of our Smart Search functionality within the utility bar, improves academic program sorting, and expands the use of anchor links within blocks.

Oct 9, 2024

NC State Theme Release 4.6

New analytics reports, better Slate integration, and a red compact masthead version are just a few of the new features in v4.6 of the NC State Theme.

Sep 25, 2024

NC State Theme Release 4.5

This theme release converts all blocks to dynamic blocks. There should be no noticeable changes for content maintainers, but the updates will allow for future theme updates to be more seamless.

Aug 8, 2024

NC State Theme Release 4.4

This release of the NC State Theme includes many small improvements. Key updates include compatibility support for Wordpress 6.6 and support for Gravity Forms new Orbital styling.

Public art spiral in front of NC State Bell tower and flag

Jun 14, 2024

NC State Theme Release 4.3

This theme release includes several notable feature releases: A search block that can be configured to search different post types, a more streamlined way to embed Slate forms, and The ability to add a "last reviewed" date on pages.

May 11, 2024

NC State Theme Release 4.2

Though more minor relative to last month's v4.1 release, v4.2 introduces several new features. Of note, we have introduced block editor compatibility with the Events Calendar plugin.

Spring flowers blooming in front of the belltower

Apr 8, 2024

NC State Theme Release 4.1

The flagship feature of v4.1 of the theme is additional custom post types for resources, non-degree programs and courses. These additional post types build on top of the academic programs post type that was released in November.

Nov 28, 2023

NC State Theme Release 4.0

This major release includes several new features and changes to build the foundation of the v4 theme. Adjustments have been made to the codebase to allow an unbranded version of the theme to be used by sites outside of the NC State branding guidelines. Several new blocks as well as alternative layouts have been provided…