Conversations that Matter is a CALS Diversity and Inclusion program initiated to provide the CALS and the NCSU communities with a series of bi-monthly conversations designed to cultivate an environment of learning that enhances diversity awareness and builds cultural competencies for faculty, staff and students in CALS as well as university-wide. These shared lunches are…
Wednesday, April 3 through Friday April 5 – Eco Film Series presents highly entertaining nature documentaries by some of the world’s best film makers. Saving nature can be fun as well as serious. APRIL 3: Milking the Rhino, Thompson Studio Theater, 6pm. David E. Simpson’s examination of “the collision of ancient ways with Western expectations.…
Zachary Jarrell, Ph.D. Candidate at the University of Georgia, Building Future Faculty Participant Seminar on “The Reproductive Toxicity of Glyphosate-based Herbicides in Broiler Breeder Roosters.” About the Building Future Faculty Program The NC State University Building Future Faculty (BFF) Program is a two-and-half day all-expenses paid workshop for doctoral students and post-doctoral scholars who are…
Speaker: Dr. Erica Washington Institution: Postdoctoral Associate in the Department of Biochemistry at Duke University School of Medicine. Title: Host: Melanie Simpson This seminar speaker is a part of the Building Future Faculty Program.
What is it? Fun for the whole family! Learn, shop for your garden, get great ideas, and enjoy gourmet treats while supporting the JC Raulston Arboretum. We’re rolling out the red carpet for members, home gardeners, families, and children by offering a day that’s packed with garden and nature activities, shopping, and outdoor fun. Come…
Come celebrate ALL that is good in NC 4-H … Lifelong friendships, 4-H families, and 4-H legends who leave a legacy of positive youth development across NC. You want to be a part of this “family reunion!” 4H_EverGreen-Invite.pdf
Speaker: Joann Keyton This workshop is conducted by Joann Keyton, Professor of Communication at North Carolina State University. Her research and teaching are focused on organizational communication and team communication. Joann is affiliated faculty with NC State’s Laboratory for Analytic Sciences; she is a founding member of the SCiTS movement, and editor of Small Group…
The 35th Annual Clyde W. Eby Memorial Lecture will feature Dr. Larry R. McDougald, Professor Emeritus, at the University of Georgia. Dr. McDougald’s lecture, “Coccidiosis in Poultry: Why did things get so complicated?” will be followed by light refreshments in the Scott Hall lobby.
Speaker: Dr. David Muddiman Institution: Distinguished Professor in the Chemistry Department at North Carolina State University Title:" Innovations in Chemistry and Mass Spectrometry Platform Technologies and Their Application to Diverse Biological Problems" Host: Melanie Simpson
Paper is attached. Peer evaluation of Natalia's presentation will be led by . All students interested in the feedback are welcome to remain for this discussion following the presentation.
Climate Change Effects on Emerging Crop Pests and Pathogens Dr. Dan Bebber, Exeter University, April 18th at 3:00pm, Stephens Room.Thomas Hall, Room 3503. Refreshments available beginning at 2:30 in the third floor lobby Contact Jean Ristaino for further details Bebberflier4.2.pdf
Sponsored by CFEP: Emerging Plant Disease and Global Food Security Dan Bebber is an ecologist with a special interest in the responses of plant pests and pathogens to global change. He trained in tropical forest ecology at Oxford University, studying the impacts of drought on forest regeneration in Borneo, before working on forest ecology at…
Speaker: Dr. Adam Hall Institution: Assistant Professor in the Biomedical Engineering Department at Wake Forest University School of Medicine. Title: Sensitive analysis of glycan abundance and structure using a molecular sensor Host: Melanie Simpson
Ever wondered what critters might be sharing your room with you? Our current Wolfpack Citizen Science Challenge, Never Home Alone @ NC State, asks students on and near campus to find and photograph insects and other life that they encounter in their home, dorm, or apartment (how to join). Students participating in the project are…
Farm Animal Days gives children a chance to see and touch farm animals and learn about agriculture; tractors will also be on display. The event is designed for school field trips (pre-school through first grade). Families and individuals are still welcome to attend. Daily Activities Include: Practice roping for the kids. Touch the animals: chicks,…
Speaker: Dr. Oliver Baars Institution: Associate Professor in the Entomology and Plant Pathology Department at North Carolina State University Title: Iron-Controlled Metabolic Interactions in the Rhizosphere Host: Melanie Simpson
Paper is attached. Peer evaluation of Malika's presentation will be led by . All students interested in the feedback are welcome to remain for this discussion following the presentation.
Dr. Mahmoud Sharara will present a seminar May 2, 2019 at 3p.m., Conf. Rm. 216 Scott Hall. Seminar title is “Opportunities for Sustainable Waste Management in The N.C. Poultry Sector”. Dr. Sharara is an Assistant Professor in the NC State Department of Biological and Agriculture Engineering. This seminar is given by Dr. Sharara’s to meet…
Speaker: Dr. Erin Baker Institution: Associate Professor in the Chemistry Department at North Carolina State University Title: Host: Melanie Simpson
Join us on Sunday, May 5 for the Garden Party and Rare Plant Auction. This signature event is designed for passionate gardeners, featuring rare and hard-to-find plants. Enjoy a wonderful afternoon at the JC Raulston Arboretum with wine, craft beer, and light hors d’oeuvres served on the lawn. The highlight of the event will be…