July 2010

Jul 22, 2010

Tsiatis Named Cox Professor

Anastasios A. “Butch” Tsiatis will serve as the first Gertrude M. Cox Distinguished Professor of Statistics. 

Jul 21, 2010

Refuge on the Road

A harrowing bus ride and an emotional meeting with his brother marked the latest leg of Saul Flores' 4558-mile trek across Latin America this summer. Follow his progress and view his remarkable photos from his journey. 

Jul 21, 2010

Circle Game

The grand social experiment that is the Hillsborough Street roundabout is open for business. The rules of the road are about as straightforward as the traffic circle itself. But don't panic. We provide a link to a brochure with a helpful map. 

Jul 21, 2010

Leadership Program, Faculty Win

NC State’s Leadership in Agriculture and Life Sciences program was honored as outstanding leadership program at a national conference. 

Jul 20, 2010

Will it snow? Will it snow? Will it snow?

I know. It’s a zillion degrees outside, so why am I writing a post about snow? Because new research is out that will help make winter weather predictions more accurate throughout the United States. That’s good news for weather watchers, sure, but it’s great news for governments and utilities – since they can make better… 

Jul 20, 2010

New Methodology Improves Winter Climate Forecasting

It’s hot out right now, but new research from North Carolina State University will help us know what to expect when the weather turns cold. Researchers have developed a new methodology that improves the accuracy of winter precipitation and temperature forecasts. The tool should be valuable for government and utility officials, since it provides key… 

Jul 20, 2010

Bullard Honored

Dr. Lisa G. Bullard, teaching associate professor and director of undergraduate studies in chemical and biomolecular engineering, was honored for contributions to chemical engineering education. 

Jul 19, 2010

Passing the Test

Four NC State students designed the interiors of Underwriters Laboratories' new education and training facility. The result is a jazzy setting with giant, colorful graphic panels, free-flowing glass and historical narrative. 

Jul 19, 2010

Who’ll Stop The Rain (Pollution)?

Rain is a good thing for our lakes, rivers and streams – it replenishes them. Duh. However, rain can also be really bad news for our lakes, rivers and streams – it can carry lots of pollutants into them. Luckily for all the naiads out there, researchers have come up with a new model to… 

Jul 19, 2010

Stormwater Model To Inform Regulators On Future Development Projects

North Carolina State University researchers have developed a computer model that will accurately predict stormwater pollution impacts from proposed real-estate developments – allowing regulators to make informed decisions about which development projects can be approved without endangering water quality. The model could serve as a blueprint for similar efforts across the country. 

Jul 19, 2010

CALS Faculty Recognized

Faculty members in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences picked up slew of honors from the North American Colleges of Teachers of Agriculture. 

Jul 18, 2010

Following His Star

For Alumni Association executive director Benny Suggs ('69), it's all about doing the right thing - and having fun along the way. Suggs, who served 30 years in the U.S. Navy and was deputy commander in chief, U.S. Special Operations Command, upon his retirement in 2000, was most recently general manager of the Harley Owners Group and Rider Services at Harley-Davidson Motor Co. 

Jul 16, 2010

Nominations Open for Libraries Faculty Award

Take a few minutes this summer to nominate a colleague for the NCSU Libraries Faculty Award. The winner receives a $300 gift certificate and honorary lifetime membership in Friends of the Library. 

Jul 16, 2010

Thought for Food

Could perennial grains help feed a burgeoning world population and make the planet safer at the same time? A policy forum paper in the journal Science, titled “Increased Food and Ecosystem Security via Perennial Grains,” co-authored by NC State crop scientist Jim Holland, makes the case in the affirmative. The gist of the paper is that… 

Jul 15, 2010

Chancellor on Tuition Increase

Chancellor Randy Woodson explains the increase in tuition that will affect all students in the 2010-11 academic year. The increase is necessary to protect the university's academic core during tough economic times.