2012

Oct 25, 2012

Exxon Mobil Awards the College of Engineering

Exxon Mobil Corporation awarded this month a total of $38,000 in grants to support the College of Engineering. 

Oct 25, 2012

Dinosaur Bone Analysis Confirms Ancient Protein Preservation

NC State researchers have found more evidence for the preservation of ancient dinosaur proteins. This helps solidify the case for preservation of cells – and possibly DNA – in ancient remains. 

Oct 25, 2012

NC State Expands E-Recycling Efforts

This fall over 200 yellow e-recycling bins will be placed across campus, first outside residence halls and later other buildings. Find out why. 

Oct 25, 2012

NCSU Libraries Honors Pioneers in Technology and Design

Two professors were recently awarded the 24th annual NCSU Libraries Faculty Award for their pioneering work in the new James B. Hunt Jr. Library. 

Oct 25, 2012

Dr. Lisa Guion Jones Is Honored

Our assistant dean for diversity, outreach and engagement has been inducted into the International Adult and Continuing Education Hall of Fame. 

Oct 25, 2012

Veterans Day Run

The Wolfpack community is invited to celebrate Veterans Day with a run and yummy breakfast at the Belltower. 

Oct 25, 2012

Art Outside the Box

The new Gregg Museum of Art and Design hosts Art Outside the Box this weekend. 

Oct 25, 2012

Changing Philanthropy

The Institute for Nonprofits and Richard Clerkin, associate professor in the School of Public and International Affairs, examine trends in philanthropy at an event next month. 

Oct 25, 2012

Enjoy North Carolina’s Fall Foliage

Robert Bardon at the College of Natural Resources says the foliage forecast in North Carolina is bright. 

Oct 25, 2012

Important Voting Information

It's voting time – learn what rules exist for NC State employees. 

Oct 24, 2012

Study: Flame Retardant ‘Firemaster 550’ Is an Endocrine Disruptor

The flame-retardant mixture known as “Firemaster 550” is an endocrine disruptor that causes extreme weight gain, early onset of puberty and cardiovascular health effects in lab animals, according to a new study spearheaded by researchers from North Carolina State University and Duke University. 

Oct 23, 2012

Analysis of Dinosaur Bone Cells Confirms Ancient Protein Preservation

A team of researchers from North Carolina State University and the Palo Alto Research Center (PARC) has found more evidence for the preservation of ancient dinosaur proteins, including reactivity to antibodies that target specific proteins normally found in bone cells of vertebrates. These results further rule out sample contamination, and help solidify the case for… 

Oct 23, 2012

NC State Chancellor Woodson Delivers State of the University Address

North Carolina State University Chancellor Randy Woodson delivered an impassioned state of the university address Tuesday in which he bridged the past and present – celebrating 125 years of impact as a land-grant institution and praising students, faculty and staff for a variety of recent first-time successes. “NC State continues to transform lives on campus, in… 

Oct 23, 2012

Chancellor’s Fall Forum Rescheduled

Don't forget the annual Chancellor's Fall Forum and State of the University address at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 17. 

Oct 23, 2012

Farewell Reception for University Development Director

Cathy Rackley, director of university development, retires on Wednesday, Oct. 31 after 31 years of service at NC State.