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A group of smiling hikers pose for a selfie in a lush, green forest. They are wearing casual outdoor clothing and backpacks, conveying a sense of adventure.

Apr 24, 2026

From the Andes to the Amazon: A Journey Through Ecuador

By: Alex Shelton This year, my spring break was a little different than most. Instead of a week of leisure, I spent ten days with 13 other students and two…

Apr 8, 2026

What Are the Worst Trees for Allergies?

Hardwood trees are the main source of spring allergies, releasing pollen from February through May that can trigger respiratory symptoms.

Mar 23, 2026

Last Stand on the Rio Grande: Pollution, Drought and a Species on the Brink

The Rio Grande cooter faces habitat loss, human impacts and environmental challenges. Learn how researchers are studying the species to protect its future.

Mar 17, 2026

Day of Giving Donors Make Life-Changing Experiences Possible

Support from Day of Giving enables the College of Natural Resources to provide high-impact learning experiences that prepare students to tackle real-world environmental and conservation challenges.

Feb 20, 2026

Cate Hawting: A Summer of (Crystal) Growth

Looking around the lobby of Engineering Hall that rainy Thursday morning, something took me back to elementary school. Maybe it was the plunge into an unfamiliar place, or maybe just…
Dean Myron Floyd stopped by Roland Kays’s exhibit at the 2026 Envisioning Urban Futures Conference, where his research was brought to life by a coyote specimen on loan from the NC Museum of Natural Sciences. Dr. Kays presented data illustrating the coyote’s expanding territory across the U.S., sparking a conversation on the challenges of urban management. His work highlighted critical issues such as behavioral adaptations, population control limitations, and human-wildlife conflict cases involving coyote interactions with domesticated dogs on-leash.

Feb 5, 2026

FER Explores the Future of Cities at NC State Symposium

Written by: Nicole Mihnovets On Wednesday, January 28th, several members of the Forestry and Environmental Resources Department gathered at the Hunt Library on NC State’s Centennial Campus for the thought-provoking…

Jan 30, 2026

Niveda Mahesh: Far from Home, Close to Purpose

When I accepted my offer for a 12-week Research & Development internship at Procter & Gamble back in December 2024, I had no idea just how transformative the experience would…
A group of people stands together in a sunny forest, dressed in outdoor gear and facing the camera. Orange-and-black butterflies fly around them, giving the scene a lively, celebratory feel.

Jan 23, 2026

Grand North American Migrations

Drs. Kelly Oten (FER) and Steve Frank (DEPP) led 12 students on a Study Abroad program to Mexico from January 3–10, 2026. The group spent three days in central Mexico…
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Jan 16, 2026

Emy Tran: Navigating Eco-Emotions in a Rapidly Changing World

Coming into college four years ago, I never would have expected that studying natural resources would mean learning just as much about emotions as it does about ecosystems. However, all…

Dec 11, 2025

Matthew Kearns: Cinderella, Dressed in (Neon) Yella

Over the summer, I spent most of my time suspended in the classic fairy tale Cinderella. Unfortunately for me though, I was not assisted by crafty talking mice, nor was…