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Dec 16, 2010

A Haven for Kids and Art

When Shelley Smith graduates in May, she'll leave NC State with more than a degree. The Caldwell Fellow gained valuable (and challenging) experience building an art program for at-risk youth. 

Nov 16, 2010

Thinking Outside the Brick

During a teaching fellowship at NC State, Ginger Dosier came up with the idea of harnessing the power of bacteria to grow bricks. Thanks to a multidisciplinary effort, the idea is becoming reality. 

Oct 22, 2010

Shades of Warhol

An Andy Warhol-inspired mural featuring stylized images of Marvin Malecha, dean of the College of Design, has been stopping foot traffic in the Free Expression Tunnel. Meet the freshmen behind Designstein. 

Oct 19, 2010

Natural Born Leader

After traveling more than 5,000 miles across 10 Latin American countries over the summer, Saul Flores is more than prepared for a few side trips around the Triangle as he shares his experiences in hopes of bringing a measure of compassion and understanding to the ongoing national debate about immigration. 

Oct 11, 2010

Natural Born Leader

After traveling more than 5,000 miles across 10 Latin American countries over the summer, Saul Flores is more than prepared for a few side trips around the Triangle. The Caldwell Fellow carries his message about immigration to audiences in Durham, Raleigh and Chapel Hill. Take a look at some of the 20,000 photos he took on the journey. 

Sep 30, 2010

[Kitchen] Space: The Final Frontier

It's likely your grandchildren will thank Matthew Gilbride for all that extra countertop space in the year 2060. The industrial design grad student's award-winning concept may seem like something out of a Jetsons cartoon, but there's a lot of practical research behind it. 

Sep 28, 2010

Space: The Final Frontier

Honey, I shrunk the appliances. Your grandchildren will thank grad student Matthew Gilbride for all that extra room in the kitchen in the year 2060. 

Sep 7, 2010

Plume Wins Arts Council Fellowship

Vita Plume, associate professor of art and design, was one of 18 artists to receive a 2010-11 North Carolina Arts Council Artist Fellowship. 

Sep 7, 2010

This Red House

Construction is in full swing on a new chancellor’s residence on Centennial Campus. Located near the Park Alumni Center, the new house will be home to Wolfpack gatherings for years to come. 

Aug 30, 2010

ShoeManity

For six NC State students, including sophomore environmental design in architecture major and Park Scholar Brian Gaudio, the opportunity to help collect and redistribute shoes to needy schoolchildren in the Dominican Republic has sparked a plan to build upon their experiences here at NC State as well as beyond the borders of our campus. 

Aug 23, 2010

Forbes Highlights Product Innovation Lab

Forbes.com selected NC State’s Product Innovation Lab as one of its 10 most innovative business school courses. 

Aug 16, 2010

Young Inventors Cause a Stir

Young inventors got an inside look at the industrial design process this summer. Can a hover-craft be far behind? 

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. 

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.