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NC State College of Agriculture and Life Sciences professor Dr. Mike Walden working in a recording studio.

Mar 20, 2026

You Decide: Is the Homebuying Market Improving?

NC State economist Mike Walden explores recent favorable housing trends and whether they will continue. 
a woman in a red dress stands at a podium that says NC State University

Mar 18, 2026

A Scientist of Firsts: Alumna Lizzie Johnson Harrell

Lizzie Johnson Harrell’s trailblazing career is defined by an impressive series of firsts. The microbiology alumna's scientific expertise, mentorship and service earned her a 2025 CALS Outstanding Alumni Award. 
A man wearing a black T-shirt sits in a science lab with a laptop computer

Mar 16, 2026

New Grant to Grow Interdisciplinary Biochemistry Master’s Program

Thanks to the Interdisciplinary Biochemistry Master’s Program, Dontae Mosley was able to pursue his master’s degree and launch his career in the biotech industry. Now, more biochemistry graduate students will have the same opportunity through a new grant from the National Science Foundation. 
An elderly gentleman holds a tray of newly propagated plants.

Mar 16, 2026

Propagating Potential

This NC State Day of Giving, John Bowen is propagating potential through a gift to the Extension Master Gardener Challenge, which when met, will unlock $15,000 to the beloved gardening program and its endowment. 
a young woman stands on a football field with red seats in the background

Mar 12, 2026

Finding a Place in Agriculture

Through the Agricultural Institute, Despina Strates, a double major in horticultural science management and agribusiness management, has homed in on her interests in agriculture and growing her future. 
Student peering into a microscope

Mar 10, 2026

Plant Sciences Outreach Day Broadens Horizons for High School Students

North Carolina high school students gathered at NC State University in February to gain hands-on experience with plant sciences and get inspired for their futures. 
a woman in a red dress stands at a podium

Mar 9, 2026

Get Out of the Chair and Do It

Double alumna Nicole Youngblood reflects on the importance of staying connected, showing up for CALS and giving back. 
Economist Mike Walden

Mar 6, 2026

You Decide: Will Tariffs 2.0 Be Different Than 1.0? 

NC State economist Mike Walden takes a look at the ongoing questions around tariffs. 
a man samples cells from a petri dish

Mar 5, 2026

Piecing Together the Puzzle of Prostate Cancer

The recipient of the Anne A.J. Work Award for outstanding biochemistry graduate research, Asher Utz is helping lead the way to better understanding prostate cancer. 
a group of people stand on a brick pathway with a tractor and a sign that says Ag Awareness Week

Mar 4, 2026

Don’t Miss Ag Awareness Week

Ag Awareness Week, March 9–12, will bring one of North Carolina’s top industries to the forefront at NC State — connecting students to agriculture and its many opportunities.