2012

Apr 16, 2012

Time for Wolfpack and Give

Any member of the campus community can drop off unwanted items such as furniture and appliances at donation locations around campus beginning April 23. 

Apr 16, 2012

Diesel Technologies Drastically Cut Emissions in Real-World Conditions

New research from North Carolina State University shows that federal requirements governing diesel engines of new tractor trailer trucks have resulted in major cuts in emissions of particulate matter (PM) and nitrogen oxides (NOx) – pollutants that have significant human health and environmental impacts. 

Apr 15, 2012

New X-ray Technique Reveals Structure of Printable Electronics

An innovative X-ray technique has given North Carolina State University researchers and their collaborators new insight into how organic polymers can be used in printable electronics such as transistors and solar cells. Their discoveries may lead to cheaper, more efficient printable electronic devices. Printable electronics are created by spraying or printing inks containing conductive organic… 

Apr 13, 2012

Gould Receives UNC System O. Max Gardner Award

Dr. Fred Gould, William Neal Reynolds Distinguished Professor of Entomology at North Carolina State University, is the 2012 recipient of the O. Max Gardner Award – the most significant university-wide honor given to faculty by the University of North Carolina Board of Governors. 

Apr 13, 2012

Gould Gets Top UNC System Honor

Dr. Fred Gould, William Neal Reynolds Distinguished Professor of Entomology, is the 2012 recipient of the O. Max Gardner Award, the most significant universitywide honor given to faculty by the University of North Carolina Board of Governors. 

Apr 13, 2012

Rivers to Deliver Spring Commencement Address at NC State

Philip Rivers, a record-setting passer at NC State and current starting quarterback for the NFL’s San Diego Chargers, will deliver NC State’s commencement address on Saturday, May 12, at PNC Arena in Raleigh. The ceremony will begin at 9 a.m. During the ceremony, Chancellor Randy Woodson will confer honorary degrees on behalf of NC State to Robert B.… 

Apr 12, 2012

Ribbon-Cutting Events at Charging Stations

Industry and university leaders will host ribbon-cutting events for the electric vehicle charging stations at the McKimmon Center and the Joyner Visitor Center on Thursday, April 19. 

Apr 12, 2012

Stafford Retirement Event April 23

Attend a celebration in honor of Tom Stafford, vice chancellor for student affairs, who is retiring after more than 40 years at NC State. 

Apr 12, 2012

A Map For Navigating Sustainable Energy Incentives

“Renewable energy” and “energy efficiency” have become key terms in the home-owner’s lexicon – whether you’re buying a new house or renovating an old one. And the bewildering array of local, state and federal policies make it difficult to know whether you could be getting a rebate or tax incentive to install those solar panels… 

Apr 12, 2012

Update on Strategic Planning Efforts

NC State has made big strides in streamlining operations, promoting student success and supporting faculty excellence. Read the whole story. 

Apr 12, 2012

Study Finds Significant Skull Differences Between Closely Linked Groups

In order to accurately identify skulls as male or female, forensic anthropologists need to have a good understanding of how the characteristics of male and female skulls differ between populations. A new study from North Carolina State University shows that these differences can be significant, even between populations that are geographically close to one another. 

Apr 11, 2012

Centennial Campus Work Affects Parking

The upper level of the Corporate Research I parking deck will be inaccessible now until August 15. 

Apr 11, 2012

Sign Up for Women’s Leadership Series

Don’t miss the May 1 deadline for participating in this year’s Bridges program, offered through the Office for Institutional Equity and Diversity. 

Apr 10, 2012

Campus Goes Green for Earth Day

NC State has a lot to smile about this Earth Day, including significant savings in water and energy costs. Find a fun event to enjoy on campus. 

Apr 10, 2012

Know Your Enemy: Cockroaches

Most people think cockroaches are disgusting. And if you’ve ever turned on a kitchen light, to find them skittering for dark corners, you probably agree (reference: my first apartment). But of the thousands of species out there, only a few can be considered pests. There are well over 4,000 described (i.e., named) species of cockroach…