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2020

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Aug 10, 2020

Back to School: Helping Children With Math

Experts at NC State offer tips to help ease the transition back to school for parents and caregivers. 

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Aug 10, 2020

Juntos Connects With Students Through Virtual Academy

A program that usually brings middle school and high school students onto campus saw success online this summer. 

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Aug 10, 2020

Landmarks Facing Climate Threats Could ‘Transform,’ Expert Says

Researchers asked whether iconic locations threatened by climate change should be allowed to transform. 

NC State gateway at sunset

Aug 10, 2020

Knowledge Is Power: Learning More About COVID-19 Can Reduce Your Pandemic Stress

The more people know about COVID-19, the less pandemic-related stress they have. 

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Aug 7, 2020

Back to School: Tips to Encourage Kids to Practice Reading, Writing

Across the state and country, students and their parents are preparing for the return of the school year amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Experts at NC State offer tips to help ease the transition for parents and caregivers. 

NC State Chief of Staff and University Secretary Paula Gentius

Aug 6, 2020

Chiefly Remarkable

With a diverse background in higher ed administration, law, government and communications, Paula Gentius hits the ground running as the chancellor's new chief of staff. 

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Aug 6, 2020

Study Finds Dedicated Clinics Can Reduce Impact of a Flu Pandemic

Opening dedicated flu clinics can limit the number of people infected and help to “flatten the curve.” 

Child learning online.

Aug 6, 2020

Back to School: Preparing for Online Learning

Across the state and country, students and their parents are preparing for the return of the school year amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Experts at NC State offer tips to help ease the transition for parents and caregivers. 

new world screwworm on a leaf

Aug 6, 2020

Study Could Lead to Power Over ‘Man Eater’

Researchers find genetic targets for controlling the New World screwworm, a deadly insect pest. 

The Belltower at NC State.

Aug 5, 2020

AVC Julie Smith Named to UNC System Executive Leadership Institute

The program is designed to develop the next generation of top leadership from within the UNC System 

Aerial of tractor spraying fields at Lake Wheeler farms.

Aug 5, 2020

Seed-funding Grows Agricultural Advancements

GRIP4PSI, a seed-funding program for the N.C. Plant Sciences Initiative, invests in a better future for growers and consumers alike. 

Aug 5, 2020

Effective Field Theory: Q&A With Sebastian Koenig

Sebastian Koenig talks about how effective field theory helps nuclear physicists understand the universe. 

Glitter on hand.

Aug 5, 2020

Back to School: Helping Children Estimate 6 Feet, Understand Spread of Microbes

Students and their parents are preparing for the return of the school year amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Experts at NC State offered tips to help ease the transition for parents and caregivers. 

Silhouette of a child fishing.

Aug 5, 2020

To Bond With Nature, Kids Need Solitary Activities Outdoors

A new study found solitary activities like hunting, fishing or exploring outside are key to building strong bonds between children and nature. 

Apple on books in classroom.

Aug 4, 2020

Back to School: Helping Children Cope With Change

Across the state and country, students and their parents are preparing for the return of the school year amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Experts at NC State offered tips to help ease the transition for parents and caregivers.