University Communications

Jun 18, 2010

Textiles Prof Elected

The Society of Dyers and Colourists’ board elected Dr. Renzo Shamey, associate professor of textiles, as a fellow of the society.

The Society of Dyers and Colourists’ board elected Dr. Renzo Shamey, associate professor of textiles, as a fellow of the society. Shamey joined NC State in 2003. He directs the polymer and color chemistry program in the Department of Textile Engineering, Chemistry and Science.

 

Jun 17, 2010

Leading Her Peers

Kelly Hook's election as student body president has been the driving force behind a positive shift in Student Government's ability to connect with the larger student body, as well as an improved relationship with campus administrators. For Hook, the sixth female president in SG history, the opportunity to give voice to her fellow students was one she couldn't pass up. 

Jun 17, 2010

Gregg Purchase Party

Come out to the annual meeting of the Friends of the Gregg and enjoy some wine, hors d’oeuvres and the newest acquisitions to the James and Eileen Lecce Ethnic Art Collection. 

Jun 16, 2010

Peachy Keen Genome

While you might expect to find apples and plums on a branch of the peach’s family tree, genome mapping coordinated at NC State found that it’s also related to roses, strawberries and raspberries – even poplar and chestnut trees. 

Jun 15, 2010

Korea Initiative Put on Hold

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Jun 15, 2010

Off the Hook Archive (Sept. 2010 – Feb. 2011)

Off the Hook archive entries from NC State student body president Kelly Hook, posted September 2010 through February 2011. 

Jun 15, 2010

Campus Police Earn Flagship Status

The Campus Police Department has earned flagship status from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies. 

Jun 15, 2010

Byrum Named Assistant Dean

Betty Byrum assumed new duties June 1 as assistant dean for finance and administration in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences. 

Jun 14, 2010

Think Pink Hydrangeas

A new variety of hydrangea developed by horticulturist Dr. Tom Ranney will have gardeners thinking pink this year. Invincibelle Spirit is making its debut in garden centers. 

Jun 14, 2010

From Farm to Fork

As organic grocery stores gain popularity and consumers become more aware of what's really in those artificially-flavored, vending-machine snacks, NC State is helping champion the benefits of locally grown food - all-natural delicacies that are key to healthy eating and give an economic boost to North Carolina growers and farmers as well. 

Jun 11, 2010

Food for Thought

Ben Chapman, an assistant professor and food safety specialist, put video cameras in commercial kitchens and found that risky food preparation practices happen more often than previously thought. 

Jun 10, 2010

Getting Re-Carded

Still need to get your new AllCampus card? Until June 28, all re-card stations will be open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. except the vet school’s, which is open from noon to 7 p.m. on June 15 and from 6:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 16 and 17. 

Jun 10, 2010

Hidden Voices

Students in the Advanced Media Lab at NC State contributed their creative energy to an effort to raise public awareness of homelessness. A series of animated films created by the students was screened last month by the Chapel Hill Public Arts Office, which sponsored the project in concert with the nonprofit group, Hidden Voices. 

Jun 9, 2010

Parish Named Assistant Dean

Dr. David W. Parish has been named assistant dean of academic affairs for the College of Engineering. 

Jun 9, 2010

Solar Center Recognized

The North Carolina Solar Center received a Leadership Award from the Environmental Protection Agency for exemplary projects to reduce transportation emissions.