November 2011

Nov 17, 2011

Extension professionals honored for work in water quality and conservation

WECO program, county activities and water quality coordinator recognized at Southern Region Water Conference. 

Nov 17, 2011

Work hours

In judging the economy, the number of jobs receives the greatest attention. But if we think about it, how many hours people work is also important in assessing the health of the employment market. Do we have data that tracks work hours, and if so what does it tell us? N.C. State University economist Mike Walden responds. 

Nov 16, 2011

Domestic and foreign investing

It’s often easy to look at things as a zero-sum game -- that is, if I win you lose. But the world doesn’t always work like that, and there can be many win-win situations. A new study found such a win-win in international trade. N.C. State University economist Mike Walden explains. 

Nov 15, 2011

Excess reserves

One of the criticisms heard today about banks is that they have available money to lend but they’re just not making loans with this money. Critics say if those funds were loaned, there would be a burst of economic activity. How valid is this criticism? N.C. State University economist Mike Walden responds. 

Nov 14, 2011

Dean Johnny Wynne announces retirement

Dean Johnny C. Wynne of the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences has announced his planned retirement, effective July 1, 2012. Wynne will retire after serving as College of Agriculture and Life Sciences dean for more than eight years, while his association with N.C. State spans half a century. 

Nov 14, 2011

Seeing government spending

Government spending is a topic that interests almost everyone. And, as N.C. State University economist Mike Walden reports, what government spends money on influence how we react to that spending. 

Nov 11, 2011

Alumni Profile: Upon achieving a major career goal, Gwen Clark reflects on 25 years as an agriculture teacher

This year, two of her former students became the first ever from Avery County to earn the American FFA Degree. 

Nov 11, 2011

Institute gets Grand Challenges Explorations grant

The Plants for Human Health Institute will receive funding through the Grand Challenges Explorations program designed to enable researchers to test unorthodox ideas that address persistent health and development challenges. 

Nov 11, 2011

YOU DECIDE: Is college still worth the cost?

The high cost of college and a poor job market have left some questioning whether a college education is worth the cost. Mike Walden discusses. 

Nov 11, 2011

Trade adjustment assistance

The U.S. and the world have been moving toward more open and freer trade. Although this has benefits, it also certainly costs some workers. Do we have any specific programs for helping workers who have been disadvantaged by the more open world trade? N.C. State University economist Mike Walden responds.