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Jun 23, 2016

No Mystery to TheatreFest’s Popularity

Whether you think Agatha Christie deserves sainthood or satire, there’s something for everyone to enjoy at TheatreFest 2016. See why critics are praising this year’s offering of music, manners and murder. 

Jun 22, 2016

Makerspace Honored for Innovation

Makerspace at the D. H. Hill Library nabs an award from the Special Libraries Association in recognition of its innovative outreach efforts on campus. 

Jun 22, 2016

In Memoriam: Dorothy Dent Park

The president emeritus of the Park Foundation, which has left an indelible impact on NC State through its philanthropy, has died at the age of 103. 

Jun 22, 2016

Ratcliff Retiring in September

Terri Helmlinger Ratcliff, an acclaimed engineer who spearheads NC State’s efforts to support and engage industry partners, is retiring this fall. 

Jun 22, 2016

Plan Around Hillsborough Construction

Construction has begun on Raleigh’s major renewal project along Hillsborough Street, the busy street bordering central campus. Check out the first construction update from the city and steer clear of problems. 

Jun 22, 2016

5 Honored for Outstanding Service

Five NC State staff members receive the highest honor the university bestows on non-faculty employees: the Award for Excellence. Meet the remarkable winners. 

Jun 13, 2016

Counseling Available in Wake of Orlando Shooting

Students troubled by Sunday’s mass shooting at a gay nightclub in Florida are encouraged to take advantage of services offered through NC State’s Counseling Center. Read Chancellor Woodson's response to the tragedy. 

Jun 9, 2016

Violence Prevention Resources Available

NC State offers many resources to help faculty and staff deal with potentially violent behavior on campus. 

May 19, 2016

Hail, New Weather Station

Whence the weather watch? From high atop Engineering Building 2, home to the new high-tech WeatherSTEM station. Follow the automated Twitter feed for forecasts and photos. 
An aerial shot of NC State's College of Veterinary Medicine, with the Terry Center in the foreground.

May 12, 2016

Annable Gift Helps Foster Vet Education

Thanks to a $5 million gift from Michele and Ross Annable — and a generous one-to-one match from the R.B. Terry Charitable Foundation — many students in NC State's world-class College of Veterinary Medicine will receive scholarship support and powerful encouragement to serve their communities. 

May 10, 2016

Smart Research Keeps Produce Fresh

SmartFresh, an innovative product that helps extend the life of produce, is one of the most successful licensed technologies to come out of NC State research. 
A portrait of Adam Barksdale, graduate in textile engineering from NC State.

May 5, 2016

Fast-Lane Future

The four internships Adam Barksdale undertook while studying textile engineering helped land him a position with Nissan. 
A portrait of Brooke Shurer, who earned master's and doctoral degrees in education while at NC State.

May 5, 2016

Learning Leader

Brooke Shurer came to NC State to work, but earned master's and doctoral degrees in education across a decade of part-time study. 
Fitts Scholar and engineering graduate Elle Howe.

May 4, 2016

Driven to Succeed

Elle Howe starts work with BMW after graduation — and credits the Fitts Scholarship in the College of Engineering for keeping her on track. 
NC State fifth-year architect and Caldwell Fellow Joceyln Barahona.

May 4, 2016

Building a Future

Scholarship support and a Caldwell Fellowship have helped Jocelyn Barahona to pursue her passion for architecture.