News

Feb 10, 2012

Specialist shows how ‘Ozzie and Harriet’ scenario was not norm

Amidst hectic family lives, it is tempting to recall the days of “Ozzie and Harriet” families, where Dad returned home from work each day to sit down to dinner with Mom in a dress and pearls and 2.3 kids. But a study by an N.C. State University faculty member shows that the nostalgic family of television fame was not the norm of American society that we believe today. 

Feb 10, 2012

Student conducts research to address issues of HIV in South Africa

When Sindhu Ravishankar first came to N.C. State University four years ago to major in biology and international studies, she thought she might like to become a doctor. But by the time she met a boy in South Africa, a different future – one spent addressing community health through anthropology research – was unfolding. 

Feb 10, 2012

ARE students travel to East Asia

Casey Skinner, a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences senior agribusiness management major who grew up on a tobacco farm in rural North Carolina, had never owned a passport before last spring. In fact, he had hardly set foot outside the state. So it’s no surprise that his experience in East Asia, as part of a new study abroad course in the Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics, was life-changing. 

Feb 10, 2012

Kimberly Spence studies potential effects of fracking

After her summer internship with Environmental Defense Fund (EDF), College of Agriculture and Life Sciences alumna Kimberly Spence is more certain than ever of her decision to pursue a career in public health. 

Feb 10, 2012

Alumnus brings solutions local and global, old and new to farmers both big and small

College of Agriculture and Life Sciences graduate James M. Matson has worked the world over, helping farmers and agribusinesses find solutions to their most pressing challenges. 

Feb 10, 2012

College honors 2011-2012 Distinguished Alumni and Outstanding Alumni

CALS names Dr. S. Elizabeth George and H. Connor Kennett Jr. as its 2011-2012 Distinguished Alumni and recognizes Outstanding Alumni and Outstanding Young Alumni. 

Feb 10, 2012

CALS alumna marks special anniversary as agriculture teacher

Gwen Gentry Clark celebrated her 25th year as an agriculture teacher at Avery County High -- and the achievement of a significant career goal. 

Feb 10, 2012

Donor generosity is the top story as CALS newsmakers are on display at 2011 Donor Recognition Event

At the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences’ 2011 Donor Recognition Event, exhibits were themed around programs and activities that have been newsmakers in the pages of Perspectives. 

Feb 10, 2012

CES foundations announce new endowments

Despite a slow economy, the three foundations that support North Carolina Cooperative Extension had something to celebrate at their last meeting: 14 new endowments and enhancement funds. 

Feb 10, 2012

CALS Tailgate group fills Dorton Arena to celebrate 20th annual pre-game party

Great food, special attractions, family activities, live music: On Sept. 17, Dorton Arena had it all! No, it wasn’t the State Fair come early. It was the 20th annual College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Alumni and Friends Society Tailgate.