About
Founded in 2014, CNR News is an online news site managed by the Office of Marketing and Communications at NC State’s College of Natural Resources. The site includes original reporting about the college's latest research initiatives and expert analysis on global environmental issues, ranging from forest health and wildlife conservation to climate change and sustainability. Additional content found on the site includes stories about student experiences, faculty and staff achievements and philanthropy.Â
Meet Our Team
Sarah Corica
She/Her/Hers
Sarah is the director of marketing and communications for NC State’s College of Natural Resources. In her role, she develops and oversees the implementation of content, marketing, web and social media strategy. Prior to joining the college, Sarah served as assistant director in NC State’s Office of Development Communications. She also previously managed communications and marketing at a nonprofit organization supporting early childhood education. Sarah earned a B.A. in Journalism at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. To reach Sarah, email secorica@ncsu.edu.
Andrew Moore
He/Him/His
Andrew is the marketing and communications manager at NC State’s College of Natural Resources. He is the executive editor of CNR News and primarily writes about faculty research and popular topics related to the environment. Andrew previously wrote for Community Journals Publishing Group in Greenville, South Carolina where he worked as a science and technology reporter. He graduated from the University of South Carolina in 2016 with a degree in print and online journalism. When Andrew isn’t writing, he’s either hiking or reading a good book. To reach Andrew, email apmoore2@ncsu.edu.
Emma Gosalvez
She/Her/Hers
Emma is the social media specialist for NC State’s College of Natural Resources. She develops content for and manages the college’s social media channels. Emma also writes web content about alumni, faculty research and trending topics related to the environment. She previously worked as a writer and social media coordinator for Penn State University’s IT Communications. Emma graduated from Shippensburg University with a bachelor’s in communication and journalism in 2011 and a master’s in communication studies in 2013. In her spare time, Emma enjoys hiking, nature photography, and reading a good book. To reach Emma, email engosalv@ncsu.edu.
Our Mission and Impact
Whether it’s groundbreaking research, resilience-building outreach, or the achievements of our talented students and alumni, our college is devoted to creating a healthier and more sustainable world. Explore our work and join us in celebrating the people and projects driving positive change for our environment and communities.
Explore Our Areas of Excellence
Discover the innovative research our faculty and students devote themselves to year around. At the College of Natural Resources, we are working to create a healthier and more sustainable planet across various disciplines — including paper science and engineering, forest management and wildlife conservation, and parks, recreation and tourism management.
Explore our faculty and students’ powerful impact throughout North Carolina and beyond — from helping communities become more resilient against climate change to promoting agritourism to support local farmers.
Connect with the students who call the College of Natural Resources their home away from home. From forestry to sports management, our graduates strive to take their learning beyond the classroom and apply it in ways that will enhance local communities and their environment.
Join us in celebrating the achievements of our faculty, staff and students. Our faculty and staff are consistently recognized as leaders in their fields, and our students are awarded for their dedication through numerous scholarships and fellowships.
Learn about the career paths our alumni set out on to make the world a better place. Discover their dedication to protect the environment, enhance parks and recreation and develop sustainable materials and technologies.