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Biodiversity is declining at an “unprecedented” speed, according to a landmark study by the United Nations. But what does it mean for humans? Our experts have answers.

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USA Today ranks us among the top natural resources colleges in the country.

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An Interdisciplinary Legacy: Dr. Mary Watzin Steps Down as Dean

After seven years of leadership, Dr. Mary Watzin will step down as dean of the College of Natural Resources, effective August 16, 2019.

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At our college, we work toward a better world.

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Visualizing Our World

At NC State's Center for Geospatial Analytics, we're using data-driven spatial modeling and cutting-edge visualization to pioneer solutions to environmental and societal changes.

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A Proud History

We started as a School of Forestry in 1929. Now we're the go-to place for natural resources solutions.

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