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Aug 17, 2022

Jamie Alexander: The Purpose-Driven YFCS Agent of Change

For the August faculty feature, we have Dr. Jamie Alexander. She discusses her path from graduating from the YFCS program to becoming a faculty member in the same program. 

Joy Morgan

Jul 15, 2022

Harnessing the Power of Education: A Conversation with Joy Morgan

Joy Morgan is an assistant professor in the Agricultural and Human Sciences Department. We chatted with her about her career journey, current projects, and passion for excellence in agricultural education. 

Jun 15, 2022

Extension Specialist Lindsey Haynes-Maslow Explores Food Systems, Nutrition, and Public Health in North Carolina Communities

YFCS Associate Professor and Extension Specialist Lindsey Haynes-Maslow discusses exploring food systems, nutrition, and public health in North Carolina communities. 

Talley student union and Reynolds coliseum at night. Photo by Marc Hall

May 20, 2022

Gonzalez Recognized as CALS Outstanding Graduate Instructor

Maru Gonzalez, YFCS faculty member and extension specialist, was recently recognized with the CALS Outstanding Graduate Instructor award for the 2021-2022 academic year. 

Aerial view of CALS Research Station facilities

May 16, 2022

Evaluation Expert Jay Jayaratne on 18 Years – So Far! – at NC State

Our faculty feature for the month of May is on Jay Jay Jayaratne, AEE faculty member and state leader for extension evaluation. He discusses how his research, teaching, and extension work helps make sure that extension education in our state is effective. 

May 6, 2022

Hardison-Moody Publishes Research on How Motherhood Shapes Leisure Activities for Low-Income Families

YFCS faculty member and director of graduate programs, Dr. Annie Hardison-Moody, has recently been published in the Journal of Leisure Activities. 

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Apr 20, 2022

Three AHS Department Members Receive NACTA Awards

Three members of the Agricultural and Human Sciences department have been recognized for their excellence in teaching by North American Colleges and Teachers of Agriculture (NACTA). 

NC State brick logo on a wall in Talley Student Union.

Apr 18, 2022

Helping Students, Helping Families: A Conversation with Annie Hardison-Moody

For our next faculty feature, we have Annie Hardison-Moody, who is an associate professor and extension specialist in the AHS Department, as well as director of graduate programs for YFCS. 

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Mar 29, 2022

Desiree Mallon Receives CALS Award for Excellence

Desiree Mallon, the Administrative Support Specialist for the Department of AHS, was recently awarded the CALS Award for Excellence. 

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Mar 16, 2022

A Vastly Rewarding Experience”: Joseph Donaldson’s Career-Long Commitment to Excellence in Extension Education

AEE Professor and Director of Graduate Programs, Joseph Donaldson, discusses his passion for extension education and mentoring agricultural and extension students.