September 2011

Sep 19, 2011

Bohlander Named Chief Communications Officer

NC State's new chief communications officer is Brad Bohlander, executive director of public relations at Colorado State University. He takes the reins as associate vice chancellor for university communications Nov. 7. 

Sep 19, 2011

Health-Based Approach May Help ID Groups At Risk Of Genocide

Researchers from North Carolina State University are proposing a health-based approach to identifying groups at high risk of genocide, in a first-of-its-kind attempt to target international efforts to stop these mass killings before they start. 

Sep 16, 2011

Statistician Receives $5 Million To Train Atmospheric Researchers

A North Carolina State University statistician has been tapped to create a national network of statisticians with interdisciplinary expertise in atmospheric and oceanic science, in order to better quantify and interpret climactic and environmental data. Dr. Montserrat Fuentes, professor and head of the Department of Statistics at NC State, will lead the five-year, $5 million project.… 

Sep 15, 2011

Students build landscape legacy

NC State landscape architecture students have left their mark on the university campus. 

Sep 15, 2011

NC State Gets Grant To Transform Elementary STEM Teaching

A five-year study at North Carolina State University could help reverse the nation’s decline in production of scientists, engineers and mathematicians. NC State will gauge whether its elementary teacher preparation model – which provides more rigorous undergraduate coursework in science and math disciplines than other elementary teacher preparation programs – can be combined with more careful tracking… 

Sep 15, 2011

NC State Drives Economy

North Carolina’s vitality depends on an economic triple play: a rare mix of technology-rich industries, scientific innovation and high-skill workers. NC State University is the powerhouse that makes that possible, achieving breakthroughs in the lab that translate into solutions for business, and educating a 21st century workforce driven by a spirit of entrepreneurship. Here’s the proof:… 

Sep 15, 2011

Culberson to Receive Menscer Cup

Frank Culberson, chairman and former chief executive of Rimkus Consulting Group in Houston, will be honored for his philanthropy with the 2011 Menscer Cup from NC State. 

Sep 14, 2011

Obama visits NC State

The NC State community gave President Obama an enthusiastic Wolfpack welcome at Reynolds Coliseum. Obama discussed his proposals for job creation. 

Sep 14, 2011

Time for Your Health

If taking care of yourself has slipped lower on your to-do list, do some catching up at the Benefits and Wellness Expo on Friday. 

Sep 14, 2011

Steer Among South’s Most Creative Teachers

Electrical engineer Michael Steer has been recognized in Oxford American magazine for his work in detecting cell phone triggers for roadside bombs. 

Sep 14, 2011

The Wolfpack Gives Back

It’s time to join the Wolfpack Gives Back campaign, NC State’s annual charity fundraiser. Find out how to give online this year. 

Sep 14, 2011

New Numbers From U.S. News

New rankings from U.S. News are here. Although a university that teaches advanced analytics should know better than to rely on statistics gathered by a bunch of magazine editors, we still like numbers. 

Sep 14, 2011

Obama Pitches Jobs Plan

Obama asked an enthusiastic crowd at Reynolds Coliseum to support the American Jobs Act. See photos of his visit to NC State. 

Sep 13, 2011

“Hey Bobby, Slow Down!” Helicopter Parents Can Impede Child’s Ability to Play

Parental safety concerns may prevent children from getting good exercise, according to a new North Carolina State University study that examined how families use neighborhood parks. Results from the study suggest that children who were monitored too closely by hovering “helicopter” parents were less likely to engage in higher levels of physical activity. “It’s a… 

Sep 13, 2011

FAQ for Obama Visit

Planning to attend President Obama's speech at Reynolds Coliseum at noon tomorrow? Here's some additional information to help you prepare.