University Communications

Oct 15, 2010

Mitasova Wins Open Source Award

Dr. Helena Mitasova, associate professor of marine, earth and atmospheric sciences, won the 2010 Sol Katz Award for Geospatial Free and Open Source Software. 

Oct 14, 2010

Flowers of Hope

Kay Yow forever linked NC State with breast cancer awareness through her courageous battle with the disease as well as the creation of the annual Hoops for Hope women's basketball fundraiser. Now, during National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, NC State floriculturists have unveiled a new symbol of the fight against breast cancer - pink poinsettias. 

Oct 14, 2010

A Helping Paw

Barbara Weinberg will always remember her dogs Tramp, Rachel and Cassie, and the generosity of her coworkers in the NCSU Libraries. Here’s why, in her own words. 

Oct 12, 2010

Hope for Jena

Carol Weber, office manager for Research and Innovations, has a personal as well as professional interest in research. Watching a young family member struggle with cystic fibrosis has made her grateful for all of those who support medical research through efforts like the "Wolfpack Gives Back" campaign. Here's her story, in her own words. 

Oct 12, 2010

Mail Call

Tina Nelson, a program manager for the Environmental Health and Safety Center, supports soldiers through the "Wolfpack Gives Back" charitable campaign. Here's why, in her own words. 

Oct 12, 2010

Oct. 29 Deadline to Make Insurance Changes

If you need to add, change or cancel insurance coverage, now’s the time. The annual enrollment period began Oct. 4 and runs through Friday, Oct. 29. 

Oct 12, 2010

Rain Gardening Book Yields Gold

Two horticultural science professors, Helen Kraus and Anne Spafford, have won a gold medal from the Garden Writers Association for their book, Rain Gardening in the South: Ecologically Designed Gardens for Drought, Deluge and Everything in Between. 

Oct 11, 2010

Border Crossings

Each year, more than 1,000 students take part in NC State's Study Abroad program, crossing international borders for cultural immersion, academic study, career building and service opportunities. Thousands of photographs of stunning landscapes, unique cultural heritages and globally engaged NC State students have been taken - some of the best of which we'll share with you today. 

Oct 11, 2010

Spanish-Language Certification Available

If you’re a Spanish speaker who’s interested in translating your bilingual skills into income or a career, consider earning a language proficiency certificate through NC State.  Register Oct. 11 to 15 for Madrid Chamber of Commerce testing on Nov. 28. 

Oct 11, 2010

Osborne’s Book Featured on Research Site

Dr. Jason W. Osborne’s Best Practices in Quantitative Methods was one of the initial publications featured on Sage Research Methods Online, a site launched this month to help graduate students and faculty select research methods for their work. 

Oct 8, 2010

Board of Governors Honors Walden

Economist Michael L. Walden accepted the Award for Excellence in Public Service today from the Board of Governors for the University of North Carolina system. UNC President Erskine Bowles and committee chairman Charles Hayes presented Walden with the award, which includes a $7,500 cash prize. 

Oct 6, 2010

Student Nominations Needed

Even though it’s only October, commencement deadlines are approaching. You can help make the ceremony sparkle by nominating outstanding students for special recognition on Dec. 18. 

Oct 5, 2010

The Eyes Have It

When a team of undergraduates announced the results of their senior research project, there wasn’t a dry eye in the house. That’s because the biomedical engineering students developed a moisture-saving contact lens for paralyzed patients who can't blink. 

Oct 5, 2010

Doctorate in the House?

NC State’s doctoral programs performed solidly in a new National Research Council report. Caution: You may need a statistician to help you sort through the reams of data on the university's 43 ranked Ph.D. programs.