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Watermelon Queen Promotes More Than Sweetness 

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terri long

Oct 13, 2025

Long To Lead Department of Plant and Microbial Biology

Terri A. Long, a respected CALS faculty member and platform director for Education and Workforce Development for the N.C. Plant Sciences Initiative, will take the helm as the head of the Department of Plant and Microbial Biology, effective Jan. 2. 
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Oct 13, 2025

There’s No Time Like Fair Time With CALS

From serving up Howling Cow ice cream to milking cows, here's where to find CALS students and experts at the 2025 North Carolina State Fair. 
Economist Mike Walden

Oct 3, 2025

You Decide: What Does the Fed’s Rate Cut Mean?

NC State economist Mike Walden dissects the Federal Reserve's recent interest rate cut and what that indicates about the health of the economy. 
two women and a man in Wolfpack gear

Sep 23, 2025

Mark Your Calendar for CALS Wolfpack Harvest

The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences is launching a new fall tradition with Wolfpack Harvest, an event designed to bring together alumni, students, faculty and friends of the college to celebrate everything that makes CALS special. 
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Sep 22, 2025

WNCStrong: Shaping Youth Service After Hurricane Helene

Launched with support from the Center for Environmental Farming Systems, the WNCStrong Youth Service Corps has given teens in western North Carolina a chance to give back to their communities following Hurricane Helene. 
Economist Mike Walden

Sep 19, 2025

You Decide: Is “Buy Now, Pay Later” A Good Deal?    

NC State economist Mike Walden says consumer loans can make sense in some circumstances, but it’s important to weigh how much borrowing money will cost, how long the benefits will last and whether there are any psychological returns on the loan. 
a man sits at a desk looking at a computer screen

Sep 12, 2025

From Computer Science to Crop Science

At 70 years old, Steve Amerige is working toward a doctoral degree in crop science using skills from his long career in software programming to develop new tools for precision agriculture. 
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Sep 10, 2025

2025 CALS Distinguished and Outstanding Alumni Honored

The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences celebrated its alumni award winners on Sept. 5. Find out how they're making an impact both near and far. 
Economist Mike Walden

Sep 5, 2025

You Decide: Is the Housing Market Improving for Buyers?

NC State economist Mike Walden says that if you’re in the market to buy a home, keep an eye on trends in construction and prices. 
a woman sits outside in a field holding a watermelon

Aug 25, 2025

Watermelon Queen Promotes More Than Sweetness 

As NC Watermelon Queen, agricultural science major Elle Steinlage is learning the importance of building awareness and support for the farms and companies that feed our communities.