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The Super Bowl’s Economic Impact: Big Game, Big Money, Big Costs

Andrew Moore

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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.
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Mar 16, 2026

Agritourism Boosts Rural Livelihoods While Connecting Visitors to Farm Life

Farms around the world are offering hands-on experiences that support rural livelihoods, preserve agricultural traditions and educate visitors about farming practices and rural life, according to NC State expert Carla Barbieri.
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Feb 20, 2026

Beyond the Olympics: How Curling Promotes Active, Social Lifestyles

Curling isn’t just for world-class athletes. Research finds it helps adults of all ages stay active, hit thousands of steps and build lasting friendships.
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Feb 19, 2026

Environmental Sciences Professor Honored With Outstanding Teacher Award

Megan Lupek, an associate teaching professor of forestry and environmental resources in the College of Natural Resources, has been selected as a recipient of North Carolina State University's 2025-26 Outstanding Teacher Award.
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Feb 11, 2026

Research in Focus: January 2026 Funding Highlights

Discover how faculty in the College of Natural Resources are advancing sustainability and driving solutions to complex global and community challenges through recently awarded grants.
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Feb 6, 2026

Climate Change Threatens the Future of Winter Sports

Climate change is altering winter weather patterns worldwide, raising uncertainty about the future of skiing, snowboarding and other winter sports.
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Feb 5, 2026

Elm Zigzag Sawfly: Tiny Invader Poses Growing Threat to Tree Health

Learn how the elm zigzag sawfly damages trees, how to identify it, prevent its spread and manage infestations effectively.
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Feb 4, 2026

Natural Resources Professors Named 2025-26 University Faculty Scholars

Whitney Knollenberg and Rajan Parajuli are among the 20 early- and mid-career faculty to be recognized for their teaching, research and service contributions.
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Feb 3, 2026

Elm Zigzag Sawfly May Threaten More Tree Species Than Previously Known

New research finds the invasive elm zigzag sawfly can survive on Japanese zelkova, suggesting it could pose a greater threat to urban trees in North America.
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Jan 23, 2026

The Super Bowl’s Economic Impact: Big Game, Big Money, Big Costs

NC State professor Mike Edwards breaks down the economic and social impact of the Super Bowl on host cities and the NFL.