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Natural Resources Students Gain Hands-On Career Experience Through Summer Internships

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Close-up of bright orange flames and thick gray smoke rising, capturing the intensity of a fire. - Hurricane Helene's Aftermath Fuels Heightened Wildfire Risk in Western North Carolina - College of Natural Resources News NC State University

Nov 4, 2025

Hurricane Helene’s Aftermath Fuels Heightened Wildfire Risk in Western North Carolina

The region faces lasting wildfire danger as storm debris fuels flames and complicates recovery efforts.
The Floating Grove, a wooden open-air structure with seating, is situated between Jordan Hall and Biltmore Hall at the College of Natural Resources, surrounded by trees and greenery. - New Campus Pavilion Offers Sustainable Gathering Space - College of Natural Resources News NC State University

Nov 3, 2025

New Campus Pavilion Offers Sustainable Gathering Space

The Floating Grove not only highlights sustainable construction techniques but also provides a welcoming space for students, faculty and staff to gather, study and engage with the campus community.
A view of a snow-covered mountain, trees in the foreground. - When Public Lands Get Political: What a Hatch Act Complaint Says About the Future of Conservation - College of Natural Resources News NC State University

Oct 15, 2025

When Public Lands Get Political: What a Hatch Act Complaint Says About the Future of Conservation

A Hatch Act complaint highlights growing political influence in public land management and its potential impact on conservation and bipartisan support.
Longleaf pines in the Croatan National Forest, North Carolina - Hurricanes Can Increase Wildfire Risk, Expert Says - College of Natural Resources News at NC State University

Oct 14, 2025

Reviving a Southern Icon: How Science is Securing the Future of Longleaf Pine

A collaborative research effort is underway to enhance the genetic diversity and adaptability of longleaf pine for future forests.
Half Dome at Yosemite is bathed in warm sunset light, creating a striking orange glow on the granite. Foreground features tall evergreen trees. - What a Government Shutdown Means for National Parks - College of Natural Resources News NC State University

Oct 13, 2025

What a Government Shutdown Means for National Parks

A government shutdown can limit park access and staff, threatening resources and local economies — highlighting the need for reliable funding to keep parks open and protected.
Sculptures of wolves howling beneath vibrant autumn trees with orange leaves at Wolf Plaza. - Natural Resources Alumni, Supporters Honored for Impact and Service - College of Natural Resources News NC State University

Sep 26, 2025

Natural Resources Alumni, Supporters Honored for Impact and Service

NC State recently recognized several College of Natural Resources alumni and supporters who’ve made meaningful impacts through their careers and support for the Wolfpack.
Aerial view of a colorful mini-pitch. - Mini-Pitches Create Healthier Communities by Offering Safe, Accessible Recreation Spaces - College of Natural Resources News NC State University

Sep 18, 2025

Mini-Pitches Create Healthier Communities by Offering Safe, Accessible Recreation Spaces

North Carolina State University researchers found that mini-pitches play a crucial role in increasing physical activity and community engagement among youth and families living in underserved communities.
A metal sculpture of a wolf - College of Natural Resources News at NC State

Sep 15, 2025

Hudson Named 2025 Distinguished Alumnus of the Year

Kent Hudson '75 is a visionary engineer, entrepreneur and philanthropist whose career has spanned industrial innovation, enterprise software and cloud-based solutions.
Aerial view of Pisgah National Forest, North Carolina during autumn - Fall Foliage in North Carolina: What to Expect This Year - College of Natural Resources News at NC State

Sep 15, 2025

Fall Foliage in North Carolina: What to Expect This Year

Fall foliage will likely peak in the mountains in mid-October, followed by the Piedmont region in late October and the Coastal Plain region in early November.
Ikbal Putera smiles and poses with park ranger Dean Gallagher inside of a crater. - Summer Internship Spotlight: Muhammad Ikbal Putera, Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park - College of Natural Resources News NC State University

Aug 25, 2025

Natural Resources Students Gain Hands-On Career Experience Through Summer Internships

From pulp and paper manufacturing to land management, students stepped into roles that helped them gain the competencies, clarity and confidence to pursue meaningful careers in their desired fields.