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August 2008

Aug 28, 2008

Educating Landowners About Biofuels, Biopower

Converting wood and other plant material into fuel and energy is attracting serious attention as an emerging alternative to fossil fuels. But landowners – who could benefit the most from the increased attention – have been largely kept on the sidelines as policy makers, environmental groups and academics debate the potential merits and drawbacks of… 

Aug 28, 2008

Former U.S. Sen. Bill Bradley to Discuss Russia at NC State’s Millennium Seminar

Former U.S. Sen. Bill Bradley will speak at North Carolina State University’s Millennium Seminar Series with a presentation to students, faculty, staff and the public at 6 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 8, in Stewart Theater. His remarks will focus on Russia’s international standing and the current conflict in Georgia. 

Aug 27, 2008

NC State Hosts 17th Annual Dog Olympics

What:North Carolina State University’s Dog Olympics is a charitable event that is open to dogs of all breeds, shapes and sizes. Medal events include athletic and non-athletic competitions such as doggie limbo, musical sit (similar to musical chairs), best beggar, best pet trick, Frisbee toss, doggie high jump, longest tail, wiener toss, “Roll over Beethoven,”… 

Aug 26, 2008

NC State Expert Can Discuss History of Labor Day, and the Labor Movement In America

As Labor Day approaches, people are looking forward to a three-day weekend and the end of summer – but fewer and fewer people understand the day’s historical significance. A national holiday since 1894, Labor Day was initiated by the union movement to celebrate the American worker – and to highlight the size and political power… 

Aug 25, 2008

NC State, Wake Tech Partnership Will Boost Higher Education Access, Affordability

In a move designed to make higher education more accessible and affordable, North Carolina State University and Wake Technical Community College announced today a new partnership that will allow Wake Tech students who want to obtain a bachelor’s degree to move seamlessly into an undergraduate degree path at NC State. 

Aug 21, 2008

Trees Into Fuel: NC State Garners USDA Rural Development Grant to Study Wood as an Alternative Feedstock

A new three-year, nearly $1 million Rural Development Biomass Research and Development Grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture will allow North Carolina State University scientists to test the efficacy of growing genetically modified trees across North Carolina and using them to produce ethanol inexpensively. 

Aug 20, 2008

NC State Garners Alternative Fuels Grant from USDA

North Carolina State University will host U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Dole and a representative from the U.S. Department of Agriculture to announce a new three-year, nearly $1 million grant to study the feasibility of growing genetically modified trees in North Carolina and using them to produce ethanol inexpensively. 

Aug 19, 2008

NC State Experts Offer Insight on Relations Between Russia, U.S. and Western Europe

Experts at North Carolina State University can offer important insights into U.S. and European diplomatic concerns stemming from the ongoing conflict between Russia and Georgia over the regions of South Ossetia and Abkhazia, as well as a recent agreement to site a U.S. missile defense system on Polish soil in return for assistance on Polish… 

Aug 18, 2008

NC State Dean of College of Veterinary Medicine is President-elect of Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges

Dr. Warwick Arden, dean of NC State’s College of Veterinary Medicine, has been named president-elect of the Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges (AAVMC). The appointment is effective immediately for 2008-09.  Arden will become president of the AAVMC during 2009-10. 

Aug 13, 2008

NC State Welcomes New Wolfpack Members For 2008 School Year

They’re back! North Carolina State University welcomes new and returning students for the beginning of the fall semester and a new academic year on Wednesday, Aug. 20. 

Aug 11, 2008

NC State Receives $2.5 Million NSF Grant To Study How Students Learn Science Through Computer Games

North Carolina State University has received a four-year, $2.5 million grant from the National Science Foundation to learn more about how well computer games help elementary school students learn scientific concepts.