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Apr 6, 2015

The Home of Think and Do

For 128 years, NC State has been tasked with creating economic, societal and intellectual prosperity for all. That's a lofty goal, but our successes continue to come thick and fast. Learn why we're the home of Think and Do. 

Apr 6, 2015

This Is What Science Looks Like at NC State: Danisha Garner

How touring a food processing facility got one young woman interested in food safety -- and led to graduate school at NC State. 

Apr 2, 2015

A Safer Way to Deal With Raw Sewage in the Developing World

In 2011, an engineering student came up with an idea to save lives by help people in the developing world deal with raw sewage. Four years and several countries later, the technology is beginning to come into focus. 

Apr 1, 2015

Submit DELTA Grants Proposals by May 15

Submit a DELTA Grants proposal between April 7 and May 15. Improve your chances of receiving one of five grants by scheduling a consultation with DELTA staff or attending a specialized workshop on April 24. 

Apr 1, 2015

Parry Wins Presidential Award

Elizabeth Parry is among a select group of educators selected to receive the Presidential Award for Excellence in Science, Mathematics, and Engineering Mentoring. 

Apr 1, 2015

NSF Director to Speak at NC State Commencement

NC State graduates will hear inspiring words from astrophysicist France A. Cordova, director of the National Science Foundation, at spring commencement. 

Apr 1, 2015

Paul’s Cross Scores Digital Humanities Award

A digital reenactment of John Donne's 1622 Gunpowder Day sermon wins a top award for data visualization. See what happens when you bring together experts in literature, history, architectural design, archeology, acoustical engineering and computer modeling. 

Apr 1, 2015

Memorial Service for Ocko

Join family, friends and colleagues to celebrate Jonathan Ocko's spirited life and work. A memorial service is planned for Sunday, April 12. 

Apr 1, 2015

Check Out Policy Changes

Delve into the policies, regulations and rules that were recently revised, enacted or repealed by the university. 

Apr 1, 2015

Springing Ahead of Nature: Device Increases Walking Efficiency

Research published in the journal Nature describes the way an unpowered exoskeleton device can put a spring in your step to increase walking efficiency. 

Apr 1, 2015

UNC-TV to Air Cherokee Film

See the award-winning documentary about saving the Cherokee language, produced by NC State's North Carolina Language and Life Project, next Thursday on WUNC-TV at 10 p.m. 

Apr 1, 2015

Prepare for Active Weekend April 11-12

Plan ahead if you will be on campus next weekend, April 11-12, as several major events may impact traffic and parking. On Sunday, the Rock-N-Roll Raleigh Marathon will occupy much of Centennial Campus in the morning and early afternoon. 

Apr 1, 2015

Student Artwork for Sale April 7

Check out the annual student art sale in the Talley Student Union on April 7 for great deals on works by emerging artists. 

Student at coffee shop on laptop.

Apr 1, 2015

Online Portal Opens Door to Training Courses

Employee education and training is more convenient thanks to a new system of online courses. Find out how to access the Compass online learning portal to build your professional skills. 

Harrelson Hall, due for demolition in 2016 or 2017.

Apr 1, 2015

April Fool’s!

You got roundly hoaxed—just like that time when you were a freshman and asked some seniors how to get to your class in Harrelson Hall and they said “You can’t miss it.” Plans to demolish the iconic cylindrical building — the first of its shape on any college campus — are currently scheduled for the summer…