DURHAM, N.C., June 18 -- North Carolina State University issued the following press release:

When Carolina Hurricanes players hoisted the Stanley Cup trophy aloft following their NHL championship victory over the Las Vegas Golden Knights earlier this week, fans across the Triangle and beyond rejoiced. The Hurricanes' dominant playoff run was a comprehensive team effort that will be discussed and remembered for generations to come.

In fact, several NCState subject-matter experts have already explored topics related to what made the team so successful and how the organization has built and engaged with one of the most passionate fan bases in the sport. Other members of the Wolfpack participated even more directly, such as alumna Natalie Gor...