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Lainie Powell snorkeling in the Atlantic Ocean.

Oct 15, 2024

The Planet is Our Classroom

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

Anika Shah standing in front of Tower Bridge in London, United Kingdom.

Sep 30, 2024

London Calling: Anika Shah Reflects on Studying Abroad in the UK

Shah was one of 14 NC State students who traveled to London and other cities across the United Kingdom this summer to study sport management.

Sep 27, 2024

Learning in Paradise: Lainie Powell Reflects on Studying Abroad in the Bahamas

Powell was one of several NC State students to travel to Andros Island this summer to conduct research on blue holes and other aquatic ecosystems.

Matthew Menon posing for a photo in front of the Swedish flag.

Sep 25, 2024

Scandinavian Summer: Matthew Menon Reflects on Studying Abroad in Sweden and Norway

Menon, a sophomore majoring in environmental sciences, was one of several NC State students who traveled to Sweden and Norway this summer to study the sustainable use of natural resources.

A group of students standing in front of a van.

Sep 24, 2024

A Paper International Experience: Rick Conner Reflects on Studying Abroad in Finland

Rick Conner, a senior majoring in paper science and engineering, discusses his journey to Finland to gain an international perspective on pulp and paper manufacturing operations.

Sep 23, 2024

Summit Steward Fenton McKown Protects Endangered Plants in the Adirondack Mountains

McKown, a junior majoring in fisheries, wildlife and conservation biology at NC State, recently volunteered with the Summit Stewardship Program to help educate hikers about the fragility of plants in the alpine zone.

Brandon Wilson standing in front of a NASA aircraft.

Aug 6, 2024

Brandon Wilson Gains Hands-On Research Experience at NASA

Wilson spent a summer in the skies above Virginia and Maryland to collect greenhouse gas emissions data for the space agency.

Antonio Jimenez poses in the National Baseball Hall of Fame.

Aug 5, 2024

Antonio Jimenez Enjoys Internship at National Baseball Hall of Fame

The 10-week experience helped Jimenez gain new skills that could help him succeed on his path to a career in professional sports.

Wide-angle photo showing the exterior of the historic lodge at Slocum Camp in Rougemont, North Carolina - New Campaign Hopes to Bring New Life to Forestry Summer Camp - College of Natural Resources News NC State University

Jun 18, 2024

Forestry Alum’s Gift Supports Great Room Renovation at Slocum Camp

Scott Wallinger '60 has donated funds to support the renovation of the Great Room at Slocum Camp at the George Watts Hill Demonstration Forest.

Red flowers bloom in front of the Memorial Belltower.

May 17, 2024

WestRock Endows Graduate Award in Honor of Peter Hart

WestRock has partnered with the College of Natural Resources to celebrate the legacy of Peter Hart, an adjunct associate professor of forest biomaterials at NC State for the last two decades.