News

Aug 9, 2011

Big changes from small differences

Economists are constantly adjusting their forecasts for economic growth. Usually the changes appear to be relatively small – say, from 3 percent annual growth to 2 percent annual growth. But such small percentages can make big differences in the economy, says N.C. State University’s Mike Walden. 

Aug 8, 2011

CALS Career Expo 2011

Aug 8, 2011

Tailgate 2011

Aug 8, 2011

Real Results for Real People

Extension and research: You could call them North Carolina’s AgAdvantage. Because that’s what North Carolina’s producers are saying. 

Aug 8, 2011

North Carolina 4-H Development Fund receives $1 million gift for SECU 4-H Learning Center

The North Carolina 4-H Development Fund Board of Directors has announced its acceptance of a $1 million challenge grant from the members of the State Employees Credit Union (SECU) for a new 4-H learning center. 

Aug 8, 2011

Confusion over the deficit and debt

The big national economic story is about the deficit and the debt. But the terms can be confusing, so N.C. State University economist highlights some of the differences. 

Aug 7, 2011

Unleashing the Power of Extension

To the role of state Extension director, Joe Zublena brings more than 30 years of experience, a commitment to strategy and a passion for bringing about positive changes for farmers, families and young people. 

Aug 5, 2011

From the Dean: Dedication

This past spring the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences experienced the untimely loss of two former associate deans. 

Aug 5, 2011

May Day arboretum gala celebrates spring in Raleigh

The annual Gala in the Garden fund-raiser at JC Raulston Arboretum is traditionally a beautiful herald of the spring season in Raleigh, whether the weather is fine, rainy, sweltering or windy. For this year’s May 1 festivities, it was more than fine. 

Aug 5, 2011

Resource Development Awards presented, new endowments celebrated at 2011 joint foundations spring event

The awards, sponsored each year by the N.C. Agricultural Foundation Inc., recognized CALS faculty and student organizations for efforts in raising funds to benefit College programs, as well as volunteer, corporate/foundation and commodity organization support activities.