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August 2010

Aug 16, 2010

A Pack’s Eye View of the West Wing

Eighteen months into his stint as President Barack Obama's press secretary and confidante, former Wolfpack soccer goalie Robert Gibbs ('92) is one of the most recognizable faces in the administration. A lightning rod figure, Gibbs takes more shots today than he ever did at NC State - and is enjoying every minute of it. 

Aug 16, 2010

Comins Named ACS Fellow

Dr. Daniel L. Comins, chemistry professor, has been named a fellow of the American Chemical Society. 

Aug 13, 2010

Comins Named Fellow of the American Chemical Society

Dr. Daniel L. Comins, professor of chemistry at North Carolina State University, has been named a Fellow of the American Chemical Society (ACS). Comins is one of 192 distinguished scientists to receive the honor this year. They will be recognized on Aug. 23 during the ACS’ national meeting in Boston. Comins’ research deals mainly with… 

Aug 13, 2010

NC State, UNC Partner on Temp Service

A new partnership will extend NC State’s temporary staffing service to the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. 

Aug 13, 2010

NC State University Prepares for Beginning of Fall 2010 Semester

The welcome mat is out as North Carolina State University heralds in the fall semester and a new academic year on Wednesday, Aug. 18. NC State received the largest number of freshman applications in its history – more than 19,000 – and expects a freshman class of 4,550, as well as 1,100 transfer students. The new… 

Aug 12, 2010

Burning Biomass With Coal Could Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions

Across the Southeast, mixing wood and other forest biomass with coal to create energy can reduce greenhouse gas emissions when compared to just burning coal alone, according to a new working paper by researchers at North Carolina State University and Duke University. “If we look at all the coal-fired boilers in the Southeastern United States… 

Aug 12, 2010

Finding the Next Provost

Faculty and staff are invited to give their input during the search for the university's top academic officer. Share your thoughts via the online feedback form or attend information sessions Aug. 18 and 26. 

Aug 11, 2010

Architectural Translation? Oui.

J. Patrick Rand’s book, “Architectural Detailing,” has been translated into French, thanks to a publisher in Montreal. 

Aug 11, 2010

Motley Retires After 38 Years

Marva Motley, a friendly advocate for design and veterinary students, retired this month after 38 years at NC State. 

Saul Flores and children hold a banner thanking the Caldwell Fellows for their support.

Aug 11, 2010

The Kid From Atencingo

On his 4,558-mile journey across Latin America, NC State student Saul Flores is raising funds and bringing hope to children in an impoverished community. Learn how he's changing the world, one step at a time. 

Aug 10, 2010

This Old Hut

Students braved the heat this summer in an enclosure behind Brooks Hall, designing and building stylish and sustainable huts for workers at three Wake County recycling centers. 

Aug 10, 2010

How to Keep Your Family Covered

To maintain insurance for dependents (spouse and children), you'll have to submit legal documents verifying that they're eligible for coverage. If you miss the Oct. 15 deadline, insurance for your dependents will be canceled retroactively to July 1, and you’ll be responsible for repaying any claims since that date. 

Aug 10, 2010

Braunbeck to Lead Interdisciplinary Studies

Dr. Helga Braunbeck has been named head of the interdisciplinary studies program in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences, effective Aug. 16. 

Aug 10, 2010

Let’s Get Talking

A few months ago, the Oprah Winfrey network (OWN) and reality-TV producer Mark Burnett launched a national video campaign asking everyday people to share what they'd do with their own talk show. Entries poured in from around the world - including one from Kornelius Bascombe ('11), who has been named one of five "Your OWN Show" online finalists. 

Aug 9, 2010

Registration Open for NC State’s Encore Fall Semester Courses, Trips

North Carolina State University’s Encore Program for Lifelong Enrichment, which offers a variety of non-credit programs for adults aged 50 and older, has begun registration for its fall 2010 courses, trips and events, which run from Sept. 8 to Dec. 10. Forty-one short courses and six lectures covering a range of subjects in the liberal…