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2023

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Nov 13, 2023

CALS Launches New Inclusive Excellence Mini-Grant Program

The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences invites faculty, staff and students to apply for funding through the new Inclusive Excellence Mini-Grant program. The deadline for proposals is Nov. 27. 
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Nov 10, 2023

CALS Comm Workshop: Social Media Best Practices

Join CALS Communications on Nov. 16 for a workshop on social media best practices that will help you share your message in an engaging and creative way. 
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Nov 10, 2023

Give Back Through Wolfpack Gives Fall Campaigns

The NC State Staff Senate is hosting a winter coat, clothing and toy drive with drop-off locations across campus. The deadline to give is Dec. 8. 
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Nov 10, 2023

Andy VonCanon and Allison Jennings Receive Honorary American FFA Degrees

The Department of Agricultural and Human Sciences' Andy VonCanon and Allison Jennings recently received Honorary American FFA Degrees for their outstanding contributions to agricultural education. 
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Nov 10, 2023

Ben Chapman Appointed to USDA Food Safety Committee

Ben Chapman, head of the Department of Agricultural and Human Sciences, has been appointed to the National Advisory Committee on Microbiological Criteria for Foods. 
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Nov 9, 2023

Welcome CALS New Hires

From research technicians and scholars to assistant Extension agents and program assistants, CALS welcomed 11 new employees during October. Let’s give a big Wolfpack welcome to the newest members of the CALS community! 

Nov 6, 2023

CALS Faculty, Staff Reflect on Being First-Generation Students

In recognition of First-Generation Celebration Week, Nov. 6-10, the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences is recognizing some of our faculty and staff members who were first-generation college students. 
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Oct 30, 2023

Save the Date: CALS Town Hall – Nov. 17

Plan to join the CALS community on Nov. 17 at 8:30 a.m. for the latest news and updates. 
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Oct 30, 2023

What’s Next for John Dole?

After serving as the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences interim dean for one and a half years, John Dole is returning to his teaching, research and advising roots. 
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Oct 30, 2023

Steve Duckett Selected as West District Extension Director

Steve Duckett is NC State University's new West District Extension Director, effective Nov. 1. He has served as director of Extension's Buncombe County Center since 2009.