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Girl looking through a microscope.

Jul 27, 2023

Citizen Science Inspires Kids to Take Local Action

A program designed to get Girl Scouts involved in citizen science motivated girls to tackle scientific or environmental problems in their communities, NC State researchers found. 

Children playing with dinosaur statue.

Jul 20, 2023

How Families Can Boost Children’s Interest in STEM

A study co-authored by an NC State education researcher offers insight into how families can boost children's interest in STEM subjects. 

Magnifying glass

Dec 2, 2022

Why Tinkering is Important for Kids

A new study finds that tinkering with “everyday” science-related objects at home could be an important way to build science interests and skills in kids, but children may not always know if they have access to these items. 

Sign outside Wake STEM Early College High School.

May 5, 2022

Wake STEM Early College High School Hosts May 9 Open House

Take a tour of the school's new campus and learn about the innovative program that allows students to earn a high school diploma and college credit. 

Hollylynne S. Lee

Jan 27, 2022

NC State Distinguished Education Professor Hollylynne Lee Receives Cherry Award

The Cherry Award honors professors with exceptional teaching skills who have a record of having a positive, inspiring and long-lasting impact on students. 

Hollylynne S. Lee

Jan 27, 2022

The Secret to Successful Teaching

NC State's Hollylynne S. Lee shares pearls of wisdom on strategies for successful teaching and other topics. 

NC State gateway at sunset

Dec 6, 2021

More Than Half of Museum, Zoo Educators Weighing Career Change, Survey Finds

A survey led by NC State researchers revealed challenges for science educators in museums and non-school settings during the pandemic. 

School textbooks

Sep 9, 2021

Uncertainty on Climate Change in Textbooks Linked to Uncertainty in Students

A study by an NC State researcher found textbooks that portray climate change as uncertain can influence students. 

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Jul 30, 2021

N.C. First Lady, Commerce Secretary Visit Science House

North Carolina First Lady Kristin Cooper and Secretary of Commerce Machelle Baker Sanders visit The Science House at NC State to meet with students in the Catalyst program. 

Greenland ocean at sunset.

Aug 26, 2020

Lessons for Educators on Teaching Climate Change

Researchers found a strategy to teach students climate change, but also saw outside beliefs influence learning. 

Apr 23, 2020

Making At-Home Learning Fun for All

NC State's Science House, a statewide STEM outreach program for K-12 students, has developed online learning resources for students who are staying home for school. 

Lisa Johnson stands in Talley Student Union.

Mar 19, 2020

Modern Trailblazers Shaping NC State

For Women's History Month, we talked to three women shaping NC State's future. 

Alumni Gateway near sunset.

May 20, 2019

Goodnight Scholars Program Announces Transfer Class of 2022

Twenty transfer students will join the Goodnight Scholars Program. 

NC State's Memorial Belltower and North Carolina state flag

May 6, 2019

Goodnight Scholars Program Announces Class of 2023

Fifty distinguished students announced as Class of 2023 Goodnight Scholars. 

A bird watcher makes notes in the field.

Jul 10, 2018

More Than a Hobby: How Volunteers Support Science

Why count birds, give gardening advice or gaze at stars? Research says citizen science benefits volunteers, the community and science itself.