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Rojan Karki Named 2026 Goodnight Doctoral Fellow

Rojan Karki, a Ph.D. candidate in Agricultural and Human Sciences, has been named a 2026 Goodnight Doctoral Fellow in recognition of his academic and research pursuits.

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AHS September Blog: Healthy and Faithful

In recognition of Hunger Action Month this September, discover how Allen Chapel Food Pantry is bringing volunteers, farmers and community partners together to address food insecurity and expand access to nutritious food in Louisburg.

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Bridging Communities and Systems

From nutrition sciences to grants management and nonprofit consulting, Amira Alexander’s career has been shaped by a commitment to helping people and the organizations that serve their communities. Explore how her NC State education, campus experiences and passion for strengthening organizations have connected throughout her journey.

More Life-Changing Programs Than Ever

With participation at an all-time high, North Carolina 4-H is giving more young people than ever hands-on opportunities to discover their passions, build critical life skills and prepare for the future.

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Cultivating Healthier Communities

NC State faculty are taking a community-based approach to preventing obesity and chronic disease in rural North Carolina through the Healthy ROOTS program, which expands access to fresh food, nutrition education and physical activity programs.

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Agricultural and Human Sciences Published Research for Spring 2026

The dedicated faculty members of the Department of Agricultural and Human Sciences have contributed to the academic landscape by authoring a multitude of insightful articles throughout the current quarter.

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From Ag Teacher to University President

Marshall Stewart is the new president of North Dakota State University. Before heading west, he earned three degrees at NC State and worked to support farmers and teachers across North Carolina.

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Plan Ahead for Wolfpack Welcome Weeks

There’s so much for students new to NC State to experience and enjoy as they get to know campus that we need more than one week to fit it all in! For the second straight year, Wolfpack Welcome Weeks will run for over two weeks, with the 2026 edition set for Aug. 13-28.

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Where Agriculture and Communication Meet

Through leadership, communication and a lifelong commitment to agriculture, Lauren Hoesli is building a future focused on connecting people and strengthening the communities she serves.