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Apr 10, 2013

Student Wins Udall Scholarship

Undergraduate Caroline Hansley of Hendersonville has received a Morris K. Udall scholarship for the 2013-14 academic year. 

Mar 11, 2013

CHASS Timeline Marks History

Take a walk down memory lane with the students, faculty and staff of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences as the college celebrates its 50th anniversary this year. 

Mar 1, 2013

Film Turns Eye (and Ear) on Core Sound

Life on Core Sound in coastal North Carolina hasn't changed much in three centuries. Neal Hutcheson explores the people, culture and dialect of the region in his new film, "Core Sounders," premiering this month. 

Deanna Dannels on steps of college.

Feb 14, 2013

No Worries for New Teachers

In her new book, Deanna Dannels helps new teachers overcome the communications worries that keep them up at night. Find out what she has to say in "Teaching Out Loud." 

Old typewriter.

Feb 11, 2013

The Write Stuff

Ready to write for a general audience? Timothy Bent, executive editor at Oxford University Press, has advice for professors with a passion to publish. 

Feb 5, 2013

Letters Home

With the help of Maryam Mohaghegh’s language skills, National Geographic crosses cultures to make the natural sciences come alive for people in Iran. 

Feb 4, 2013

CHASS Turns 50

To mark the 50th anniversary of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences, Jim Alchediak and a team of video production students take a look back at the history of liberal arts at NC State. 

Feb 4, 2013

Poet Versus Poet; No Pros

The 2013 Statewide Poetry Contest is underway. Entries must be postmarked by Friday, March 1. 

Jan 29, 2013

African Childhood Inspires Novel

For her first novel, "A Different Sun," English Professor Elaine Orr draws inspiration from her parents, her Nigerian homeland and a 160-year-old diary of a Baptist missionary. 

Elizabeth Nelson outside her office.

Jan 25, 2013

The Secrets of Public Speaking

Afraid of public speaking? Follow some easy advice from communication expert Elizabeth Nelson and develop your skills as an engaging speaker. 

Jan 23, 2013

Pulitzer Winner on Lincoln’s Legacy

James McPherson, Civil War historian and Pulitzer Prize-winning author of “Battle Cry of Freedom,” will deliver a talk titled, “Lincoln’s Legacy for Our Time” as part of NC State’s History Weekend. 

Jan 22, 2013

Say ‘Gudday’ to Our Ambassador-in-Residence

The School of Public and International Affairs' new ambassador-in-residence program welcomes New Zealand's ambassador to the United Nations. The Bulletin sits down with Jim McLay while he spends a week on campus. 

Jan 11, 2013

Ambassador to Speak on Big Issues

Don’t miss Jim McLay, New Zealand’s ambassador to the United Nations, at two events sponsored by the School of Public and International Affairs. 

Jan 9, 2013

Exploring the Magic of ‘Life After Life’

This spring Jill McCorkle publishes her first novel in 17 years. Join us for a field trip to McCorkle's Hillsborough farm where she discusses her new book and how she balances her writing, family and teaching. 

Jan 8, 2013

Label Re-releases Waschka Concerto

A recording of NC State composer Rodney Waschka’s trumpet concerto, Winter Concerto, has just been re-released on the prestigious British label, Nimbus.