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You Decide: What Will Be Next For North Carolina’s Economy?

Author: Staff

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Mar 19, 2025

Coming Into Focus: Scholarships Support Student’s Success

With the support of several scholarships, agricultural science major Tanner Collier has been able to focus on his education and make the most of the experience as a student with the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. 
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Mar 17, 2025

CALS Advancement Leadership Transition Announced

After 18 years of dedicated service to CALS, Sonia Murphy has stepped into a new role as associate vice chancellor for University Development. 
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Mar 12, 2025

Day of Giving Extends Opportunities to the Next Generation

CALS alumna Jackie Collins reflects on the impact of her years as a biological and agricultural engineering major and why alumni should pay it forward on NC State's Day of Giving. 
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Mar 11, 2025

Alumna’s NIH Expertise Rooted at NC State

Catherine Gordon credits her biochemistry degree from NC State University as the foundation for her career in pediatric endocrinology and adolescent bone health research with the National Institutes of Health. 
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Mar 7, 2025

Supporting Malawi’s Agricultural Vision

For entomology and plant pathology faculty Rick Brandenburg and Dominic Reisig, building relationships in Malawi is about growing the future of agriculture. 
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Mar 7, 2025

You Decide: Can We Make Sense And Cents About The Debt?

NC State economist Mike Walden explains some of the proposed solutions for reducing the national debt. 
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Feb 27, 2025

Paths Cross for Teen Miss Rodeo Winners

NC State students Rachael Martin and Sara Richardson bonded over their passion for horses and agriculture as winners of Teen Miss Rodeo North Carolina. 
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Feb 21, 2025

You Decide: What Can Egg Prices Teach Us About The Economy?

NC State Economist (and omelet maker) Mike Walden talks about how egg prices illustrate a fundamental principle: supply and demand. 
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Feb 11, 2025

Alum Extends Roots to Support Agriculture

CALS alumnus Aaron Blackmon followed his family's roots in agriculture and found his passion as a farmer and livestock Extension agent. 
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Feb 7, 2025

You Decide: What Will Be Next For North Carolina’s Economy?

The North Carolina economy has relied on several industries throughout its history. What's new on the horizon that could shake things up for the state? NC State econimist Mike Walden sheds some light on the future of manufacturing.