January 2018

Jan 15, 2018

“I Love Science Because It’s Exciting”: Animal Science Senior Ruby Monn

NC State animal science senior Ruby Monn is passionate about agriculture and animal care -- as demonstrated by her award-winning research. She is the recipient of a number of scholarships, including most recently the Alan and Ruth Partin Scholarship and the Clyde L. Fore Endowed Scholarship. 

Jan 15, 2018

Casey Sokolovic ’19 and Help Them LAST – Love a Sea Turtle

Park Scholar and marketing major Casey Sokolovic started a fundraiser for sea turtles when she was eight years old. She later combined her passion for turtles and the environment with a passion to help young people, creating an organization that runs youth summer camps, beach cleanups, water quality testing and other activities that connect kids to unique learning opportunities in her hometown of Greenville. 

Jan 15, 2018

Ekkad Named R.J. Reynolds Professor

Dr. Srinath Ekkad has been named the R.J. Reynolds Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at NC State. Named head of the department last year, Ekkad has published more than 90 articles in peer-reviewed journals, contributed to four book chapters and wrote the book, “Gas Turbine Heat Transfer and Cooling Technology.” 

Jan 15, 2018

Goodnight Scholars Program Recognizes December Grads

Seven impressive Goodnight Scholars recently completed their undergraduate degrees. Read about some of their NC State highlights. 

Jan 15, 2018

CNR Student Spotlight: Sarah Dance

In a study abroad trip supported by the Ron and Dale Terry Student Assistance and Enrichment Fund, NC State environmental sciences major Sarah Dance traveled to China, where she researched plant identification and challenged herself in new ways. 

Jan 15, 2018

CNR Student Spotlight: Rebecca Sears

Fisheries, wildlife and conservation biology major Rebecca Sears undertook a research-oriented study abroad trip to Namibia, supported by the Ron and Dale Terry Student Assistance and Enrichment Fund. The trip enabled her to develop and practice field skills and sampling techniques. 

Jan 15, 2018

From Seattle with Love

Beck Hallmann is a committed donor to NC State's College of Veterinary Medicine, even though she has never been to campus nor has her beloved cat been treated there. Hallmann is dedicated to supporting and advocating for the work of faculty members such as Kate Meurs, CVM associate dean for research and graduate studies, and their work related to a feline heart problem. 

Jan 8, 2018

CNR Student Spotlight: Matthew Adkins

Matthew Adkins, an environmental sciences major and University Honors student, traveled abroad to Mexico to explore the sustainability in emerging countries, with support from the Ron and Dale Terry Student Assistance and Enrichment Fund. 

Jan 8, 2018

Graduation to Vocation: Solar Installation Technician

As someone who wanted a major with high job placement rates and the ability to work outside, Jack Marley found a home at the College of Natural Resources. Support from the Valspar Scholarship and the BioResources Scholarship helped him stay engaged and involved. Now he's graduating with a B.S. in sustainable materials and technology and a certificate in renewable energy assessment and preparing to start work. 

Jan 8, 2018

Textiles Alumnus Improving American Energy Efficiency

Centennial Scholarship recipient and College of Textiles graduate Andrew Parker discusses how NC State prepared him for a career with the National Renewable Energy Laboratory, which conducts energy efficiency research on behalf of the federal government.