college of humanities and social sciences

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. 

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. 

Jan 3, 2013

Prof Pays a Precious Price for Prank

What started out as a snarky comment on social media turned into an unexpected journey for English professor John Kessel. 

Dec 4, 2012

Lunch and Learn on Suicide Prevention

The College of Humanities and Social Sciences is collaborating with the NC State University Suicide Prevention Program to increase campus awareness about the risk of suicide among youth and college students. 

Oct 11, 2012

Student Publishes Book on the Iraq War

Learn about a new book written by Russell Snyder, an international studies student and Iraq War veteran. 

Oct 11, 2012

Shaping Raleigh’s Future

Come to the kick-off meeting of “Uncovering Southwest Raleigh,” a cooperative effort between the city of Raleigh, the College of Design, the Poole College of Management and the College of Humanities and Social Sciences. 

Sep 26, 2012

Learn About the History of French Bread

The world's leading authority on the history of French bread -- Steve Kaplan -- will speak on campus on Wednesday, Oct. 10, at 6 p.m., in Poe 216.