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College of Natural Resources

Innovating for a Better Future

Our faculty are solving urgent challenges at the intersection of the environment, economy and society to ensure a sustainable, inclusive and prosperous future for all.

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If you have a passion for sustainability and the environment, we have an academic major to match.

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Take your career to the next level as a researcher or manager in higher education, business, industry and government.

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for studying natural resources and conservation

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April 08, 2025

Federal Funding for Research Fuels Innovation in Natural Resources

College of Natural Resources faculty received nearly $22 million in federal research grants last year.

March 28, 2025

Why Scientists Are Worried About Weasels

When monitoring the health of mammal populations, scientists often use camera traps to observe the animals in their habitats. But weasels are so sneaky theyโ€™re rarely caught on camera โ€“ leaving scientists with questions about this population of predators.

March 18, 2025

Ready for Spring Allergies? Hereโ€™s What You Need to Know

Tree pollen is often the cause of most spring allergy symptoms, according to NC State professor Robert Bardon.

February 27, 2025

Trumpโ€™s Mass Federal Layoffs Raise Concerns About the Future of Public Lands

America's national parks, forests and other public lands could be facing an existential crisis as the Trump administration continues to terminate thousands of federal employees.

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May 02

Friday8:00 AM

College of Natural Resources Spring 2025 Commencement Ceremony
May 03

Saturday9:00 AM

Spring 2025 University Commencement Exercises

Meet the Dean

Myron Floyd Dean College of Natural Resources at NC State - Not Your Average Summer - College of Natural Resources at NC State University

Dr. Myron F. Floyd

Dr. Floyd previously served as Department Head of Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management and brings over 35 years of academic experience to the college.

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Earlier this week, the College of Natural Resources and the Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management...

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Earlier this week, the College of Natural Resources and the Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management (@ncstateprtm) co-hosted the third annual Women in Sports Leadership Summit. The summit, hosted alongside @packathletics and Wolfpack Women, helps develop, connect and advance women interested in entering the sport industry. This yearโ€™s keynote speaker was Dr. Heidi Grappendorf. Dr. Grappendorf is a professor of sport management at Western Carolina University.

We spoke to some graduating #NCStateCNR students to get their words of wisdom for prepping for final exams next week....

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We spoke to some graduating #NCStateCNR students to get their words of wisdom for prepping for final exams next week. ๐Ÿบ๐Ÿพ Check out what they had to say.

Meet William Hitt, the embedded counselor for undergraduate and graduate students in #NCStateCNR and the College of...

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Meet William Hitt, the embedded counselor for undergraduate and graduate students in #NCStateCNR and the College of Education (@ncstateced). As an embedded counselor, William is here to support the wellbeing and mental health needs of students in both colleges. He offers intake appointments and regular check-ins, either in-person or via Zoom. Currently, his drop-in hours are Mondays and Tuesdays in Biltmore 2022D and Wednesdays and Thursdays in Ricks 9. On Fridays, he is available to meet with students remotely via Zoom. Get more details about meeting with William at the link in our bio. #LightenYourPack @ncstatedasa

This year`s @ncstate Earth Fair brought the Pack together to celebrate our planet and spark change. ๐ŸŒŽ ๐Ÿพ

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This year's @ncstate Earth Fair brought the Pack together to celebrate our planet and spark change. ๐ŸŒŽ ๐Ÿพ