Larry King Monteith (August 17, 1933 – November 2, 2023) was an American electrical engineer and academic leader in North Carolina.
By the time he completed his service as chancellor, the program was stable and graduation rates of student-athletes had increased dramatically.
In spite of difficult statewide budgetary conditions throughout his chancellorship, Monteith presided over a strong period of growth and advancement at NC State.
In addition, the College of Management was established during his tenure and NC State also became the first Atlantic Coast Conference member to become accredited by the NCAA.
[3] On his retirement, Monteith was succeeded as chancellor of NC State by Marye Anne Fox.