2021

Nov 19, 2021

Chancellor Woodson Responds to State Budget

NC State Chancellor Randy Woodson shares an update with the community about the North Carolina General Assembly and Gov. Cooper’s strong support of the university in the state’s budget. Read the full message here. 

Nov 19, 2021

Don’t Want Foodborne Illness? Don’t Wash That Poultry

Washing raw turkey or other poultry before roasting can lead to cross-contamination and foodborne illness. 

Nov 18, 2021

NASA Intern Works on AI’s Next Generation

During an internship with the NASA Glenn Research Center, Shilpa Kancharla researched ways to replicate natural neural networks and show how they can be applied to cognitive communications. Think of it as "Think and Do" with artificial intelligence. 

Nov 18, 2021

Field of Honor

Eddie Berlinski was a Wolfpack superstar for his exploits on the football field. But his daring escape from a Nazi POW camp during World War II is the stuff of legend. 

Nov 17, 2021

Study of African American Language Wins Prestigious Linguistics Award

A research team led by Professor Walt Wolfram has been honored for its unprecedented research on how language changes during the first 20 years of life. 

Nov 17, 2021

Infrastructure Bill Experts

Billy Williams, director of NC State’s Institute for Transportation Research and Education and a professor of civil, construction, and environmental engineering, can speak to issues associated with transportation and transportation infrastructure in North Carolina. Williams can be reached at billy_williams@ncsu.edu or 919.515.7813. Jason Coupet is an associate professor of public administration. He has expertise in the administrative challenges associated with implementing… 

Nov 17, 2021

University Statement Regarding Dabney Hall

The university issued the following statement to members of the media on Nov. 17, 2021 regarding reports of chemical odors in Dabney Hall: The university has thoroughly investigated documented concerns around air quality and potential chemical odors in Dabney Hall.  Beginning in 2019, there were reports of chemical odor complaints to the NC State Environmental Health… 

Nov 17, 2021

One of Our Own: The Life and Legacy of Dick Robb

Dick Robb never attended NC State. But the honorary alum proved his commitment to the Wolfpack in word and deed, touching the lives of countless NC State students through his work with the Park Scholarships program and his service on the Board of Trustees. 

Nov 12, 2021

Expert: Demand for N.C.-Grown Christmas Trees Will Remain High

N.C. Christmas tree growers are hustling to meet an expected high demand this year, according to an NC State expert in Ashe County, North Carolina. 

Nov 11, 2021

Chancellor Woodson Responds to Ahmaud Arbery Verdict

NC State Chancellor Randy Woodson issued a statement to the university community following the conclusion of the Ahmaud Arbery murder trial. Read it here. 

Nov 11, 2021

Veterans March Into History

NC State alumni working or serving in the Pacific Theater during World War II faced the horrors of war and POW camps with extraordinary courage. 

Nov 11, 2021

Q&A with Joy Gaston Gayles, ASHE President

Professor and Senior Advisor for Advancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Joy Gaston Gayles talks about her goals as the president of the Association for the Study of Higher Education, what changes she hopes to see in the field and how her new role ties in with her work at the College of Education. 

Nov 9, 2021

PAWR Program Announces Launch of AERPAW Testbed for Advanced Research on Wireless Connectivity and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

WASHINGTON – November 9, 2021 – The Platforms for Advanced Wireless Research (PAWR) Project Office announces general availability of the AERPAW wireless testbed for network communications and unmanned aerial systems (UAS) research. Located in Raleigh, North Carolina, the AERPAW – or Aerial Experimentation and Research Platform for Advanced Wireless – testbed is designed to accelerate the… 

Nov 9, 2021

The Pack Empowers a Global Perspective

On Nov. 8, NC State dedicated the Global Courtyard, a gathering space for international-focused events and students. The courtyard is emblematic of the university’s commitment to global engagement — and an international community. 

Nov 8, 2021

Irrigation, Water Management Play Key Roles in Smoothing Drought Impacts

Researchers take historical view of agricultural production and weather data to learn more about farmers' responses to drought in the U.S.