Emily Packard

Jun 6, 2017

Vice Provost, Director of Libraries Susan Nutter to Retire

Susan Nutter, vice provost and director of the NCSU Libraries, has announced that she is stepping down this fall. Nutter arrived at NC State in 1987 with a vision of creating a world-class library on Centennial Campus. Her vision was realized with the opening of the James B. Hunt Jr. Library in January 2013. 

Jun 1, 2017

Helping Social Studies Teachers Engage Students in Learning About World War I

Associate professor Meghan Manfra is helping teachers and students better understand the impact of World War I on North Carolina through curriculum resources she helped develop for the N.C. Museum of History’s interactive multimedia World War I exhibit that opened in April. 

May 11, 2017

Path Forward for Prague

The NC State European Center in Prague is the university’s only permanent international facility that welcomes both students and faculty alike. Learn more about the expansion and efforts to better serve the entire university community at home and abroad. 

May 4, 2017

NC State Honors Outstanding Faculty

NC State recognized 28 faculty members for their dedication to teaching, learning, research and service during the 2017 Celebration of Faculty Excellence on May 2. The annual event honors faculty who have won prestigious state, national and international awards and created new knowledge and advancements in their respective disciplines. 

Apr 6, 2017

University Teaching Awards Presented

NC State honored three dozen faculty members at the 2016-2017 University Teaching Awards luncheon and ceremony on April 3. 

Feb 9, 2017

Staff Ombuds Services Now Available

NC State staff members now have the ability to use the advisory services of Roy Baroff, the faculty and staff ombuds, to provide confidential, informal, impartial and independent issue and conflict resolution. 

Nov 30, 2016

University Faculty Scholars Named

NC State Chancellor Randy Woodson announced the 2016-17 class of University Faculty Scholars. The class of 22 recipients represents top early- and mid-career faculty engaging in research to present solutions to society’s most pressing issues. 

Oct 25, 2016

Boney Named Director for Institute for Emerging Issues

Leslie Boney, III, vice president of international, community and economic engagement for the University of North Carolina system, has been named director of the Institute for Emerging Issues (IEI), effective January 1, 2017. 

Oct 14, 2016

Navigating the Road Ahead

Diversity Education Week is an opportunity NC State to re-examine the progress we've made on issues of equity and diversity — and to redouble our efforts. 

Aug 23, 2016

A Matter of Respect

Nearly 100 events take place during Wolfpack Welcome Week, but few carry the weight of Respect The Pack. Participants in the annual event come together to share a message of diversity and inclusivity that organizers hope will resonate with the campus community. 

Aug 16, 2016

Spotlight on College of Education Dean Mary Ann Danowitz

Mary Ann Danowitz became dean of the NC State College of Education in April 2016. Danowitz, who served as interim dean since July 2015, joined the college in 2012. We sat down with Dean Danowitz to talk about her first year as dean, and her vision for the college’s future. 

Aug 16, 2016

Spotlight on College of Textiles Dean David Hinks

David Hinks became dean of the NC State College of Textiles in January 2016 after serving as its interim leader since July 2014. During his time as dean, he has helped establish a clear vision and strategic goals for the college. We recently spoke with Hinks about the college’s strategic progress and what he’s looking forward to this year. 

Aug 16, 2016

Spotlight on Poole College of Management Dean Annette Ranft

Annette Ranft comes to campus after serving as senior associate dean of academic affairs at the University of Tennessee’s Haslam College of Business. We sat down with Ranft to discuss her experience and how she plans to build upon the Poole College of Management’s success. 

Aug 16, 2016

Spotlight on College of Design Dean Mark Hoversten

Mark Hoversten begins his time as dean of the NC State College of Design this fall. He previously served as dean of the College of Art and Architecture at the University of Idaho. We spoke with Hoversten about why he’s excited to lead the college into the future. 

Aug 16, 2016

Spotlight on College of Sciences Dean William Ditto

William Ditto became dean of the NC State College of Sciences in September 2015. Since then, he’s led the college on an upward trajectory to an even more remarkable presence on campus and in the scientific community. Ditto spoke with us about what he’s learned as dean so far, and his excitement for the college’s future.