Suzanne Wardle

Aug 10, 2017

At 100, Retired Prof Recalls Postwar Campus

In the boom years after World War II, Emmett Dillard joined thousands of veterans crowding NC State to earn their college degrees. The one-time mayor of Trailwood and longtime professor of animal science turns 100 this week. 

Aug 4, 2017

Notes from Tanzania: Reflections from the Field and Next Steps

Scientists, governments and organizations must collaborate to solve the complex problem of cassava mosaic disease. 

Aug 1, 2017

New Multicultural Director Shares Vision

Nashia Whittenburg, NC State’s new director of Multicultural Student Affairs, lays out ambitious plans for the coming year, including a living and learning village for women of color, programs for Latina and African-American students and a celebration of Gaelic heritage. 

Jul 19, 2017

Libraries to Demo Motion Capture Smartsuit

Sign up for a webinar highlighting the Rokoko Smartsuit Pro, a high-tech outfit that transmits the wearer’s movements in real time. 

Jul 13, 2017

Student Body President Outlines LGBTQ Goals

Jackie Gonzalez, elected student body president for the coming academic year, has a keen interest in LGBTQ issues she hopes to address during her tenure. Working with diversity outreach director J Hallen, Gonzalez recently issued a statement about her plan. 

Jun 28, 2017

Ombuds Expands Services to Help Staff

Unsure how to handle a job-related issue or concern? Now NC State’s helpful ombuds office is open to both faculty and staff. 

Jun 26, 2017

Juneteenth Marked as Milestone in Fight for Equality

Longtime NC State professor Rupert Nacoste discusses society’s ongoing struggle for equality at a campus event in honor of Juneteenth. Learn how working in coalition helps us rise together. 

Jun 20, 2017

Arboretum Director: Helping Your Garden Grow

You want a green thumb, but your plants are all brown. Learn how heat and soil affect your garden, and why you should think about getting rid of your lawn.