academics

Jul 14, 2022

CALS Offers Ag Science Undergraduate Degree Fully Online

The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences is now giving students the option to start and complete their bachelor’s degree in agricultural science completely online. The goal of the online program is to meet the needs of future CALS students. 

Nov 22, 2021

The Hunger Banquet

With Thanksgiving close at hand, professor Bob Patterson holds a hunger banquet to teach the contrast of global food insecurity to his freshman exploratory studies class. 

Nov 10, 2021

DELTA Creates 3D Model Apps for Feed Manufacturing Students

FM 425: Feed Manufacturing Technology’s Area Specialized Agent Marissa Herchler Cohen and Associate Professor Adam Fahrenholz worked with a DELTA team headed by Assistant Director, Educational Media Donnie Wrights to convert labs into web-based 3D apps allowing students to see inside the feed mills. 

Oct 1, 2021

Students Find Their Strengths With Noodles and Marshmallows

A fun and competitive activity - creating the tallest noodle tower in class - was also an exercise in self-awareness and professional development for students in ARE 290. 

May 21, 2021

Microbiome Research: What Makes a Healthy Cat?

What factors affect the types of microbes in a cat's gut? And how does that relate to their health? A first-of-its-kind study at NC State aims for answers. 

May 5, 2021

Leading the Pack in Ag Regulatory Science Education

NC State’s Regulatory Science in Agriculture certificate program is the first in the nation developed to prepare students and professionals for the complex world of ag regulation. 

Aug 21, 2020

From the Dean: Update on Undergraduate Instruction

Dean Linton updates the CALS community about undergraduate instruction for the fall semester. 

Feb 20, 2020

9 Reasons To Choose A College Major in Turfgrass

Do you enjoy working outdoors, creating beautiful surroundings, analyzing environmental plant responses, or growing high-value crops? A yes to any of these means a career in turfgrass management might be for you. 

Jan 27, 2020

Water Collaborative Makes Waves

Amid rising global concerns about water-related issues, a faculty-driven effort at NC State draws from a deep well of expertise to find and deliver solutions. 

Jan 9, 2020

Teaching and Learning Beyond Campus: Poultry Processing

Pat Curtis and Rasha Qudsieh think outside the box when teaching poultry process and products. From field trips to baking, students applied what they were learning.