Stories From 2016
CALS Grads Shine
The homestretch is narrowing, and the end is in sight. Meet seven of the college’s outstanding students poised to receive degrees at commencement exercises this Friday.
Student Spotlight: Bone Scholar Laura Johnson Aims High
Agricultural Institute student Laura Johnson has always wanted to own her own farm. First step: education.
AgPack Strong: Passionate about Helping People
Shonette Lewis earned her master’s degree in family life and youth development and embarked on a career dedicated to helping children and families.
Students in Large-Scale Organic Agriculture to Benefit from Gift
A new endowment, funded by Frank and Judi Grainger, will support undergraduate students pursuing hands-on research and travel experiences related to organic crop production.
Extension Connections, Big Results
There’s a direct connection between Assistant Professor Benjamin Reading’s bass research and the tremendous early success of an Aurora fish hatchery – thanks to Aquaculture Extension Agent Mike Frinsko.
Daubert Named University Research Fellow
As an NC State Vice Chancellor Research Fellow, Dr. Christopher R. Daubert will lead a study on entrepreneurial culture at peer and aspirational universities.
Student Working to Engineer Solutions to Worldwide Food Insecurity
Master's student Maria Balcazar Tellez plans to make a difference in the world after she graduates. Read on to learn about all the ways she helps people struggling with food insecurity.
Clouse Named AAAS Fellow
Dr. Steven D. Clouse, an emeritus professor from NC State University’s College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, has been elected a fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS).
Poinsettias on Display Dec. 4
Get in the holiday spirit this weekend at the annual Poinsettia Open House at NC State University’s JC Raulston Arboretum. The free event — featuring over 100 cultivars of poinsettias — will be held from 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday Dec. 4.
Faculty Focus: Behind the Scenes in the Vascular Plant Herbarium
NC State University’s Vascular Plant Herbarium Director describes what it’s like to look after more than a hundred thousand plant specimens – and why it’s important.