Stories From Sep 2017
New Program Supports Students Pursuing Doctorates
NC State’s TRIO Programs launch a new initiative that focuses on first-generation students, students with limited resources and students from underrepresented groups who are seeking doctorates.
Climate’s Effects on Flowers Critical for Bumble Bees
New NC State research shows that earlier and longer flowering seasons have detrimental effects on bumble bees.
NC State Has Strong Presence at International Symposium
Scenic Portland, Oregon, was the setting for the 2017 International Symposium on Growing Media, Soilless Cultivation, and Compost Utilization in Horticulture, where four NC State horticultural science students were honored.
Breathtaking Scenery; Awesome Results
CALS’ Department of Horticultural Science was well-represented among winners at the recent 44th Annual Meeting of the Plant Growth Regulation Society of America, held amid the breathtaking scenery and summer sunshine of Anchorage, Alaska.
Tammy Ellington: Profile in Courage
On August 30, 2017, the Department of Horticultural Science lost one of its dearest colleagues. Our dear friend Tammy Lois Ellington passed away in the early morning. Tammy was an exceptional person and successful at everything she put her hand to. She lived life to its fullest while fighting the cancer that eventually would take her life.
CALS Honors Extraordinary Alumni
CALS alumni, friends, faculty and staff gathered to celebrate more than two dozen extraordinary alumni at the college’s annual Alumni Awards Ceremony.
New Merit Scholarship Will Assist Incoming Production Agriculture Students
A new scholarship that covers tuition, books and fees is available for an outstanding student with plans to major in production agriculture.
NC State Moves Up in National Rankings
NC State’s standing among the nation’s best colleges and universities continues to improve, thanks to advances in peer assessment, student retention and graduation rates. See how the university scores in this year’s U.S. News rankings.
Student Spotlight: An Artist with a ‘Passion for Plants’
Meet Amy Arnold, the student behind the prize-winning illustration on this year’s special-edition CALS Alumni and Friends t-shirt.