January 2009

Jan 30, 2009

NC State Chemist Receives NSF Career Award

Dr. Alexander Deiters, assistant professor of chemistry at North Carolina State University, has received a Career Award from the National Science Foundation (NSF). The award is one of the highest honors given by NSF to young university faculty in science and engineering, and is intended to advance the development of their research and careers. Deiters… 

Jan 29, 2009

NC State Expert Can Provide Key Insights On Peanut Salmonella Scare and Recall

The most recent news on the Salmonella outbreak that has been tied to a peanut processing facility in Georgia is raising questions about the safety of all peanuts and peanut-containing products that have come out of that facility since January 2007. North Carolina State University food safety specialist Ben Chapman is available to provide insight… 

Jan 29, 2009

Willie Gary To Speak at NC State’s Annual Brotherhood Celebration

Willie E. Gary, a nationally renowned trial lawyer, humanitarian and philanthropist, will deliver a public lecture on Friday, Feb. 6, at 1 p.m. in the North Carolina State University Witherspoon Student Center’s Washington Sankofa Room (Room 126) as part of NC State’s 27th annual University-Community Brotherhood Celebration. 

Jan 26, 2009

The Way Forward

Former U.S. President Bill Clinton told an audience of more than 6,000 gathered Monday at North Carolina State University that the world would best find its way to peace and prosperity through “communitarianism.” “We should be trying to create a world where we share the future,” Clinton said. “We share the benefits and the opportunities;… 

Jan 23, 2009

NC State Announces Fall Dean’s List Students

North Carolina State University Chancellor James Oblinger announced that 6,383 undergraduate students earned Dean’s List honors at NC State during the fall 2008 semester. To make the Dean’s List, students must earn an academic grade-point average of 3.25 or higher if they are carrying 15 or more hours of course work, or a 3.5 grade-point average… 

Jan 23, 2009

Students Receive Degrees at NC State’s Fall Commencement Ceremonies

North Carolina State University Chancellor James Oblinger conferred 2,917 degrees on 2,789 graduating students when the university held its 2008 Fall Commencement on Wednesday, Dec. 17, at the RBC Center in Raleigh. Bill Cowher, Super Bowl-winning coach and NC State alumnus, delivered the commencement address. Candidates for degrees were from 90 North Carolina counties, 30 other… 

Jan 23, 2009

NC State Holds 4th Annual “K-9 Down” Lifesaving Program for Working Dog Handlers

North Carolina State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) is offering a “K-9 Down” seminar on Feb. 7 and 8 as part of a national program that instructs working dog handlers and rescue personnel in life-saving procedures for their canine partners. The two-day seminar – designed for police officers, firefighters, tactical medics, search and rescue … 

Jan 23, 2009

Master of Music

Works by Dr. J. Mark Scearce are being performed across the Triangle in coming weeks. 

Jan 21, 2009

Former President Bill Clinton to Speak at NC State’s Millennium Seminar

Former President Bill Clinton will speak at North Carolina State University’s Millennium Seminar Series on Monday, Jan. 26, at 10:30 a.m. in Reynolds Coliseum. Media coverage by accredited reporters is invited. Those wishing to cover the event should RSVP to NC State News Services at 919/515-8387 by 5 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 22. Reporters covering the… 

Jan 15, 2009

Emerging Issues Forum To Address Critical National Infrastructure Needs

Connecticut Sen. Chris Dodd, chairman of the Senate Banking Committee and co-sponsor of the National Infrastructure Bank Act of 2007, designed to address the vital needs of the United States’ major infrastructure systems, will make a featured presentation on national infrastructure concerns at North Carolina State University’s 2009 Emerging Issues Forum. The forum, titled “Changing… 

Jan 14, 2009

Former Joint Chiefs of Staff Chair Hugh Shelton to Speak at NC State

What: Retired U.S. Army Gen. H. Hugh Shelton, 14th chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, will give a presentation at North Carolina State University titled, “Military Leadership During a Time of Dramatic Change.” Shelton will address the political and military challenges that exist during transitions between presidential administrations and other timely issues. Who: Presented… 

Jan 13, 2009

College of Textiles Welcomes Prospective Students at Annual Open House

What: High school students, parents, teachers and the general public are invited to learn more about the   new world of textiles by attending North Carolina State University’s College of Textiles’ annual open house event. Open house will showcase advances in fashion design and production, brand management and marketing, fabric design, polymer and color science, textiles… 

Jan 13, 2009

Tequila Boom Triggers Social, Environmental Hangover in Mexico

New North Carolina State University research shows that tequila’s surge in popularity over the past 15 years has been a boon for industry, but is triggering a significant hangover of social and environmental problems in the region of Mexico where the once-notorious liquor is produced. Tequila is distilled from the blue agave plant and, according… 

Jan 12, 2009

Legendary Civil Rights Activist to Give Address at NC State’s MLK Commemoration

Morris Dees, a celebrated civil rights activist and the founder of the Southern Poverty Law Center, will be the keynote speaker at North Carolina State University’s annual Martin Luther King Jr. Commemoration on Wednesday, Jan. 14, at noon in Stewart Theatre. The event is free and open to the public. Stewart Theatre is located in… 

Jan 12, 2009

NC State Students Show Off “Cotton Couture” at Fashion Show

Students from North Carolina State University will introduce the latest in cotton fashion at the “Collection 2009: Cotton Couture” fashion show. A collaboration between NC State’s College of Textiles and Cotton Incorporated, the show highlights high-fashion clothing – made of 75 to 100 percent cotton – designed by students. The event will be held on Thursday,…