2013

Apr 26, 2013

Get a Sneak Peek of New Products at NC State Lulu eGames Showcase

The Entrepreneurship Initiative at North Carolina State University is showcasing the student entrepreneurs and products developed as part of its eGames competition on Monday, April 29 from 2 to 3 p.m. in the McKimmon Center on NC State’s campus. Media coverage of the event is invited. Products developed by NC State students include facial image-analysis technology that… 

Apr 25, 2013

Free Medication Drop Off

Bring your expired or unused medicine to the Medication Drop-off, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 27, behind the Student Health Center. 

Apr 25, 2013

Farm Animal Days

Experience the delight of farm animals and children in a photo gallery from the down-to-earth folks in CALS. 

Apr 25, 2013

3 Honored for Sustainability

Meet the winners of the Green Brick Award, honored for their outstanding contributions to campus sustainability. 

Apr 25, 2013

Packapalooza Returns

Mark your calendar for the return of Packapalooza on Aug. 24, complete with great music, activities throughout the day, and fun entertainment for the whole family. 

Apr 24, 2013

CVM Open House

The College of Veterinary Medicine is holding its annual open house from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 27. 

Apr 24, 2013

Iron Man, Reverse Engineering and the Future of Materials Science

Iron Man 3 isn’t out yet, but the first two movies (and decades of Iron Man comics) raise some interesting questions about how scientists can create and utilize new materials – like the energy source for Iron Man’s suit. For those who have been shut off from pop culture, here’s a recap of the first… 

Apr 23, 2013

Heart of Darkness

Composer J. Mark Scearce finds inspiration for his new opera in a supernatural tale of soul-wrenching horror. A little night music may end up giving you nightmares. 

Apr 23, 2013

Bartonellosis: Diagnosing a Stealth Pathogen

NC State professor of veterinary internal medicine Ed Breitschwerdt has spent the last couple of decades working with Bartonella, bacteria historically associated with “cat scratch disease.” Bartonella is increasingly recognized as a cause of persistent intravascular infection that can result in severe health effects. Research from Breitschwerdt’s laboratory and others has led to the discovery of… 

Apr 23, 2013

Talk Explores Literacy, Technology and Libraries

Matt Ratto is the featured speaker at next month's I.T. Littleton Seminar. His talk will examine the intersection of literacy and technology. 

Apr 23, 2013

National Awards for Advisers

Five academic advisers were honored by the National Academic Advising Association for their efforts to support undergraduate success. 

Apr 23, 2013

Taking the Lead

NC State's new student body president recounts his exciting journey from the back of the class to the front of the pack. 

Apr 23, 2013

New Research Findings Open Door to Zinc-Oxide-based UV Lasers, LED Devices

Researchers from North Carolina State University have solved a long-standing materials science problem, making it possible to create new semiconductor devices using zinc oxide (ZnO) – including efficient ultraviolet (UV) lasers and LED devices for use in sensors and drinking water treatment, as well as new ferromagnetic devices. 

Apr 22, 2013

Earth Day 2013

NC State throws caution to the wind, along with obsolete data discs and videotapes, as the university community celebrates Earth Day. 

Apr 22, 2013

Ms. Wuf Goes Global

Ms. Wuf joined the international community at the fifth annual End of the Year Party hosted by the Office of International Services last week.