diversity

Mar 3, 2011

Hope, Unscripted

A documentary by Will Lamb ('11), featuring members of the Wolfpack family rallying together in support of NC State's GLBT students, faculty, staff and alumni, has drawn international attention while helping to shed light on change and acceptance blossoming across campus. 

Feb 23, 2011

5 Questions with Juan Williams

Author and commentator Juan Williams has strong opinions about the most inspiring leaders of the civil rights movement. See if you agree in this preview of Williams' March 3 keynote speech. 

Jan 21, 2011

Family Ties

Having already possessed strong familial connections to the university, Nick Giron said his decision to attend NC State was an easy one. But while the senior business administration major says he came to Raleigh in part to build upon family tradition, he's been hard at work making his own mark on campus. 

Jan 6, 2011

Juan Williams To Speak At NC State MLK Commemoration

Political analyst and author Juan Williams will be the keynote speaker at North Carolina State University’s annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Campus Commemoration on Wednesday, Jan. 12. Williams’ presentation, titled “American Leadership: Stories of Inspiration and Power Behind Proven Leaders,” will take place Jan. 12 at 11:30 a.m. in Stewart Theatre, located in the… 

Dec 9, 2010

Building Tradition, One Brick at a Time

If you had to take an exam focused on NC State's storied history and one-of-a-kind traditions - like the annual Krispy Kreme Challenge - would you pass? If not, leaf through The Brick, a student-run publication full of fun facts and information about our university. 

Nov 11, 2010

Better Tunnel Vision

The strategic planning task force charged with promoting a healthy campus climate is on the front lines of the university's response to racially charged graffiti in the Free Expression Tunnel. They want your input. 

Oct 15, 2010

Apply for Diversity Mini-Grants by Nov. 5

Faculty and staff are invited to apply for mini-grants of up to $3,000 for diversity initiatives and research. 

Sep 28, 2010

Charron’s Book Wins Award

Dr. Katherine Mellen Charron, assistant professor of history, has won the Julia Cherry Spruill Prize for best monograph on Southern women’s history. The Southern Association of Women’s Historians will present the award during the annual meeting this November in Charlotte. 

Sep 22, 2010

Human Rights Day Contest Announced

Create an original work to show your support for Human Rights Day. You could win recognition and a $200 cash prize. 

Aug 10, 2010

Let’s Get Talking

A few months ago, the Oprah Winfrey network (OWN) and reality-TV producer Mark Burnett launched a national video campaign asking everyday people to share what they'd do with their own talk show. Entries poured in from around the world - including one from Kornelius Bascombe ('11), who has been named one of five "Your OWN Show" online finalists. 

Jul 13, 2010

NC State in Top 5 for Minority Degrees

NC State has been named to a list of universities that award the most degrees to minority students. 

Jul 7, 2010

Study Shows Race, Not Experience, Impacts Hiring In Sports World

If you want to get your foot in the door of the sports industry, your race may mean more than your experience. That’s the major result of a new study from North Carolina State University that examined hiring decisions for entry-level sports management positions. “Previous research has shown that management positions in the sports industry… 

Jul 6, 2010

Martin-Vega Honored for Advancing Minorities

Dr. Louis A. Martin-Vega, dean of the College of Engineering, has been honored with the Institute of Industrial Engineers’ UPS Award for Minority Advancement. 

Jun 23, 2010

NC State in Top 5 for Minority Degrees

NC State earned top 5 rankings on the Diverse Issues in Higher Education magazine list of universities that award the most degrees to minority students. 

May 18, 2010

Flying High

When the world's most fuel-efficient commercial airliner was introduced late last year, it was only fitting that an NC State alumnus was on hand to celebrate alongside industry leaders. Zachery Jones ('08), said his accomplishments in the workplace can be directly attributed to the educational opportunities he found at NC State.