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May 29, 2026

You Decide: How Will You Vote on New Tax Proposals?

State legislators have approved adding constitutional amendments on taxes to North Carolina ballots. NC State economist Mike Walden provides context on the potential pros and cons of these measures. 
The Holladay Hall Block "S" at the back entrance, facing Mary Yarbrough Court. Photo by Becky Kirkland.

Feb 15, 2023

2023-24 Provost’s Faculty Fellows Announced

The Office of the Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost and the Office for Faculty Excellence have announced the 2023-24 class of Provost’s Faculty 
Aerial view of downtown Raleigh

Mar 25, 2022

You Decide: Will Agribusiness Be a Dynamic Future Industry?

What industries are going to lead in the future? Mike Walden discusses agribusiness and how the N.C. Plant Sciences Initiative can propel North Carolina into that future. 
NC State College of Agriculture and Life Sciences professor Dr. Mike Walden working in a recording studio.

Jan 6, 2021

The Economic Outlook for Businesses

What is the economic outlook for businesses in 2021? 
Downtown Raleigh, east of campus.

Dec 28, 2020

You Decide: Where Will the Jobs Be?

As we move into the new year, where do economists see the greatest areas for growth in the job sector? 
Downtown Raleigh, east of campus.

Dec 18, 2020

You Decide: Will These 7 Predictions Come True in 2021?

NC State University economist Mike Walden analyses seven 2021 economic predictions. 
NC State College of Agriculture and Life Sciences professor Dr. Mike Walden working in a recording studio.

Dec 8, 2020

Economic Perspective: The Transformation of Inventions

What sort of impact has the shift in the types of inventions over the centuries had on society? 
Shelby Ferrel holding a sign explaining why agriculture is important.

Dec 4, 2020

Shelby Ferrell: From Oaks Leadership to Plant Progeny

While Shelby Ferrell graduates with a bachelor's degree in agricultural science during a pandemic, she reflects on many favorite experiences of in-person classes and adapting to an “unreal” year online. 
Downtown Raleigh, east of campus.

Dec 4, 2020

You Decide: Can We Begin to Close the Urban/Rural Divide in 2021?

By Dr. Mike Walden Recently the federal government’s Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) released a report showing the extent of the urban/rural divide in the country. Before I get into… 
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Nov 20, 2020

You Decide: Are There Answers for Our Worrying Questions?

NC State University economist Mike Walden addresses some of the big questions surrounding economic recovery from the pandemic.