Author: Lauren McLaughlin

Jun 11, 2021

Ask an Expert: How is the Western U.S. Drought Impacting the Power Grid?

Jordan Kern, an assistant professor of forestry and environmental resources at NC State, discusses the drought's potential impact on the nation's aging electrical system. 

Jun 8, 2021

Alum Leads Honduran University, Conservation Efforts Through Pandemic

Wilmer Reyes '17 discusses his work as a university president and professor in Honduras. 

Jun 7, 2021

Five Questions with Park Ranger and Superintendent Rebecca Harriett

In her 38 years with the National Park Service, Harriett held multiple positions at parks, monuments and historic sites across the nation. 

May 24, 2021

The College of Natural Resources is Now a Zero Waste Workplace

As part of NC State's Zero Waste Workplace program, the college has installed compost bins throughout all of its buildings. 

May 20, 2021

Five Questions with Regional Information Management Director Emrys Treasure

Treasure, who graduated in 2008 with a degree in natural resources, is now applying his knowledge of both decision-making and the science that supports it in his work at the USDA Forest Service. 

May 17, 2021

Graduation to Vocation: Engineering Paper Mill Processes

Aldo De Leon Resendiz graduated in May 2021 with degrees in paper science and engineering and chemical engineering. De Leon will work for International Paper as a REACH (Recruit, Engage, Align College Hires) engineer. 

May 11, 2021

Graduation to Vocation: Restoring Trails in Sequoia National Forest

After graduation, Stoltz will work as a trails resource assistant at Sequoia National Forest with a direct hire certificate to continue working at the U.S. Forest Service. 

May 10, 2021

Graduation to Vocation: Connecting Youth to Agriculture

Reilly will graduate in May 2021 with a master’s degree in parks, recreation and tourism management and a minor in human dimensions of natural resources. After graduation, Reilly will serve as assistant director of the outdoor education program at Davidson College. 

May 7, 2021

Five Questions With Environmental Protection Specialist JaNey Carrothers

As an environmental protection specialist at the Federal Emergency Management Agency, Carrothers is helping communities recover from environmental disasters and minimize future damage. 

May 6, 2021

Graduation to Vocation: Promoting Golf Gear in North Carolina

Vaughn will graduate in May 2021 with degrees in parks, recreation and tourism management and professional golf management. After graduation, Vaughn will work for STITCH Golf as a sales operations analyst.