University Communications

Oct 20, 2008

NC State Mourns the Loss of Dr. Nash Nicks Winstead

Dr. Nash Nicks Winstead, a former provost and vice chancellor of academic affairs at North Carolina State University, died Saturday, Oct. 18. He was 83. 

Oct 14, 2008

Former President Bill Clinton to Speak at NC State’s Millennium Seminar

Former President Bill Clinton will speak at North Carolina State University’s Millennium Seminar Series on Monday, Jan. 26, at 10:30 a.m. in Reynolds Coliseum on campus. The event is free and open to the public. 

Oct 13, 2008

Despite Drought, NC State Expert Anticipates Colorful Fall Foliage

The drought that plagued most of North Carolina earlier in the year should not have an adverse effect on fall foliage across the state this fall, according to a North Carolina State University expert. 

Sep 30, 2008

NC State Unveils Revolutionary Atmospheric Plasma System to Finish Apparel and Other Common Textiles

North Carolina State University is launching a development center for a new system that uses an environmentally friendly process to apply water repellent, stain repellent and moisture management properties to apparel and other common textiles. The new system holds the potential to create garments that stay clean longer, are more comfortable to wear and do… 

Sep 30, 2008

NCAA President to Discuss Athletics and Academics at NC State’s Millennium Seminar

Dr. Myles Brand, president of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), will speak at North Carolina State University’s Millennium Seminar Series with a presentation to students, faculty, staff and the public at 6 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 13, in Stewart Theatre. He will share his insight into the difficult tension between intercollegiate athletics and academic… 

Sep 26, 2008

Pardue Named Faculty Athletics Representative

Dr. Sam Pardue has been appointed faculty athletics representative and chair of the Council on Athletics, effective July 1, 2009. Pardue will replace Dr. Donn Ward, who has announced his intention to retire Sept. 1. 

Sep 24, 2008

Video Game to Aid North Carolina High School Students in Meeting New State Graduation Requirement

Researchers at North Carolina State University are harnessing the growing potential of video game software to foster science achievement and IT skills of North Carolina high school students while helping them fulfill a newly implemented graduation project requirement. 

Sep 5, 2008

Former U.S. Sen. Bill Bradley to Discuss Russia at NC State’s Millennium Seminar

Former U.S. Sen. Bill Bradley will speak at North Carolina State University’s Millennium Seminar Series with a presentation to students, faculty, staff and the public at 6 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 8, in Stewart Theater. His remarks will focus on Russia’s place in international affairs and the current conflict in Georgia. The seminar is free… 

Sep 4, 2008

NC State Aims to Develop ‘Internet for Energy’ at New NSF Engineering Research Center

The National Science Foundation (NSF) announced today that North Carolina State University will lead a national research center that aims to revolutionize the nation’s power grid and speed renewable electric-energy technologies into every home and business. 

Aug 28, 2008

Former U.S. Sen. Bill Bradley to Discuss Russia at NC State’s Millennium Seminar

Former U.S. Sen. Bill Bradley will speak at North Carolina State University’s Millennium Seminar Series with a presentation to students, faculty, staff and the public at 6 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 8, in Stewart Theater. His remarks will focus on Russia’s international standing and the current conflict in Georgia. 

Jun 2, 2008

NC State College of Engineering to Receive $1.25 Million Investment from Duke Energy

North Carolina State University’s College of Engineering will receive a $1.25 million endowment gift from the Duke Energy Foundation to support workforce development and teaching and research related to the clean generation and delivery of energy. 

May 21, 2008

Sharing Now Might Help Kids Learn Advanced Math Later

Sharing might help young children become better people, but it might also make them better at math, according to preliminary findings of a study being conducted at North Carolina State University. The study, funded by a $1.65 million grant from the National Science Foundation, aims to develop a diagnostic system for teachers to use in… 

May 16, 2008

NC State Professor Offers Tips to Prevent Dog Bites

Next week (May 18-24) is National Dog Bite Prevention Week, and Dr. Barbara Sherman, a specialist in animal behavior at North Carolina State University, says looking at things “from the dog’s point of view” can help keep you and dogs safe. Sherman offers the following suggestions to avoid dog bites: Some dogs don’t like strangers… 

May 1, 2008

NC State Tourism Initiative is ‘For the Birds’

A new North Carolina State University initiative is helping rural communities improve their local economies and protect the environment by catering to bird lovers. To better serve birding enthusiasts visiting North Carolina’s Birding Trail sites, NC State has joined with the North Carolina Birding Trail initiative to provide statewide “birder-friendly business training” to business and community… 

Apr 30, 2008

NC State University to Hold Summit on U.S./China K-12 Education Partnerships

North Carolina State University will be the host for a summit on U.S./China education partnerships featuring the signing of a memorandum of understanding between the State Board of Education and China’s Jiangsu Provincial Department of Education. The signing ceremony will take place on Thursday, May 1, at 12:45 p.m. at the Friday Institute for Educational…