Author: Natalie Hampton

May 1, 2013

Science enthusiasts raise a pint at Tir Na Nog

A group of faithful science enthusiasts gathered Tuesday night at Tir Na Nog pub in downtown Raleigh to raise a pint and hear scientists from the SE Climate Science Center talk about global climate change. 

Apr 29, 2013

Climate center names 2013-14 Global Change Fellows

Seven N.C. State University graduate students, including one from the College of Agriculture and Life Science have been named Global Change Fellows for 2013-14 by the SE Climate Science Center, based in CALS. 

Apr 25, 2013

Pardue named to lead CALS academic programs

Dr. Sam Pardue has been named associate dean and director of academic programs for the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, effective May 1. Pardue, former head of the Prestage Department of Poultry Science, has been serving as the interim director of academic programs in CALS since July 1, 2012. 

Apr 25, 2013

Seymour: Preserve forests in the name of food security

Preserving international forests, providing food security and addressing issues of global climate change will require a coordinated effort, Frances Seymour told an audience at N.C. State University for the 2013 Borlaug Lecture. 

Apr 24, 2013

Military youth honored at Wolfpack baseball game

As N.C. State University’s baseball team took to the field against Virginia Tech in early April, military youth and their families -- representing all branches of North Carolina’s military -- were on hand to participate in the fourth annual Military Appreciation Day Baseball Game. April is Month of the Military Child. 

Apr 17, 2013

Agroecology Farm will provide produce for University Dining

For the first time, N.C. State's Agroecology Education Farm will provide fresh produce to campus dining facilities. As part of the university's Earth Day celebration, community members, students and more gathered to plant the plants that will feed the campus. 

Apr 10, 2013

N.C. State University hosts international student group

More than 80 university students from the United States and abroad attended a summit at N.C. State University April 11-13 to learn about agriculture and tourism in North Carolina and to explore interests in international agriculture. 

Apr 9, 2013

PHHI seeks broccoli with enhanced lutein

KANNAPOLIS – A new N.C. State University study under way at the Plants for Human Health Institute at the N.C. Research Campus is focused on enhancing levels of lutein in broccoli. Lutein, an antioxidant, is associated with lowering risks for cataracts and age-related macular degeneration and is also found in leafy greens such as kale and spinach. 

Apr 5, 2013

N.C. State’s Earth Day celebration focuses on sustainable food

Everyone eats and just about everyone could do it fresher and healthier – while also strengthening local economies. That’s the benefit of local food and the focus of North Carolina State University’s annual Earth Day celebration April 13-18. 

Apr 1, 2013

April is Month of the Military Child

April is the Month of the Military Child, a time to recognize the sacrifices made by military families and their children. To support children whose parents are serving in the military, North Carolina 4-H is a partner in Operation: Military Kids.