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Bocarro and students do a group photo - James Buzzard Leadership Program Equips Students for Leadership - College of Natural Resources News at NC State

Dec 19, 2024

James Buzzard Leadership Development Program Finds Success in its Inaugural Year

The program’s first cohort of 18 students enjoyed ropes courses, workshops focused on emotional intelligence, a roundtable with NC State Chancellor Randy Woodson, and much more.

Green trees on a mountain under a blue sky during daytime. - How 'Thirsty' Trees May Make Forests More Vulnerable to Climate Change - College of Natural Resources News NC State University

Dec 11, 2024

How ‘Thirsty’ Trees May Make Forests More Vulnerable to Climate Change

A new study suggests that increased maple populations may leave forests in western North Carolina more vulnerable to extreme weather conditions like flooding and drought.

Afternoon sunlight streams through the fall foliage at Wolf Plaza - Paper Science Alumni Establishes Scholarship to Honor Mother - College of Natural Resources News NC State University

Dec 2, 2024

Natural Resources Professors Named Goodnight Early Career Innovators

Justin Whitehill and Kelly Oten, both professors of forestry and environmental resources, are among the 25 NC State faculty to be named to the 2024-25 class of Goodnight Early Career Innovators.

Dorthea Dix Park offers a view of the downtown Raleigh skyline - Local Parks Can't Keep Up With Demand. This New Toolkit Could Help - College of Natural Resources News NC State University

Nov 27, 2024

“Biodiversity is Not a Luxury”: Study Explores the Connection Between Wealth and Ecosystem Health

“Biodiversity is not a luxury, it is something we can work to nurture in cities,” said Madhusudan Katti, associate professor of forestry and environmental resources at NC State. “It is not just a passive byproduct of wealth."

A field of Fraser fir trees - NC Christmas Tree Industry is Open for Business Amid Hurricane Helene Recovery - College of Natural Resources News at NC State

Nov 26, 2024

NC Christmas Tree Industry is Open for Business Amid Hurricane Helene Recovery

Storm-related damage won't have a significant impact on the supply of locally-grown Christmas trees this year, according to NC State Extension specialists.

A woman holds a group of baby birds in her hand - Natural Resources Student Conducts Research to Save Threatened Bird Species From Extinction - College of Natural Resources News at NC State

Nov 21, 2024

Natural Resources Student Conducts Research to Save Threatened Bird Species From Extinction

NC State student Lauren Pharr is conducting research on the federally-threatened bird species for her doctoral degree in fisheries, wildlife and conservation biology. Her findings will shed light on why some broods are losing nestlings.

A metal sculpture of a wolf - College of Natural Resources News at NC State

Nov 15, 2024

Meet the Fall 2024 Student Commencement Speakers

Sydney Tomlin and Matthew Snider will take the stage to reflect on their personal journeys and share their perspectives with fellow graduates.

Wide shot of forest fire - Hurricanes Can Increase Wildfire Risk, Expert Says - College of Natural Resources News at NC State University

Oct 24, 2024

Hurricanes Can Increase Wildfire Risk, Expert Says

Damaged trees can become a significant fire hazard in dry conditions, according to NC State professor Robert Scheller.

Headshot of Hayden Rudd - Forestry Student Selected For Prestigious Knauss Fellowship - College of Natural Resources News at NC State

Oct 22, 2024

Forestry Student Selected For Prestigious Knauss Fellowship

Hayden Rudd will spend a year working as a scientific advisor to a member of Congress or a Congressional Committee to help address coastal policy challenges.

Lainie Powell snorkeling in the Atlantic Ocean - Learning in Paradise: Lainie Powell Reflects on Studying Abroad in the Bahamas - College of Natural Resources News at NC State

Oct 15, 2024

The Planet is Our Classroom

College of Natural Resources students gain valuable career skills and cultural knowledge through study abroad.