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Transfer Student Discovers Passion for Conservation at NC State

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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.
Two women standing in an indoor sports arena with red seating and a basketball court in the background. - Students Launch NC State's Women in Sport Club - College of Natural Resources News NC State University

Dec 15, 2025

Students Launch NC State’s Women in Sport Club

Emma Busenbark ‘28 and Laurie Clarstrom ‘26 formed the club as a campus-wide network for anyone passionate about supporting women in sport.
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.
Student in fire safety gear and devices hold a drip torch in a burning forest. - Fundraiser Expands Hands-On Fire Training, Safety Resources for Students - College of Natural Resources News NC State University

Oct 30, 2025

Fundraiser Expands Hands-On Fire Training, Safety Resources for Students

College of Natural Resources students are conducting prescribed burns more safely and confidently thanks to new safety gear, equipment and training opportunities made possible by donor support.
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.
Kairavi Garde smile and pose in front of a life-sized National Geographic logo. - Summer Internship Spotlight: Kairavi Garde, National Geographic Society - College of Natural Resources News NC State University

Aug 18, 2025

Summer Internship Spotlight: Kairavi Gardé, National Geographic Society

Gardé, a third-year student majoring in environmental sciences and sociology, recently completed a 10-week internship with the National Geographic Society in Washington, D.C.
Titilayo Tajudeen in safety gear operating a UAV drone. - Summer Internship Spotlight: Titilayo Tajudeen, Weyerhaeuser Company - College of Natural Resources News NC State University

Aug 18, 2025

Summer Internship Spotlight: Titilayo Tajudeen, Weyerhaeuser Company

Tajudeen, a third-year Ph.D. candidate studying geospatial analytics, recently completed a summer internship at Weyerhaeuser Company in Centralia, Washington.
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 18, 2025

Summer Internship Spotlight: Muhammad Ikbal Putera, Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park

Putera, a second-year Ph.D. candidate studying parks, recreation and tourism management, recently completed a two-month placement in the Interpretation and Education Division at Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park.
Diem-mi Nguyen in safety visors smiles in front of a paper machine. - Summer Internship Spotlight: Diem-Mi Nguyen, Sappi Somerset - College of Natural Resources News NC State University

Aug 18, 2025

Summer Internship Spotlight: Diem-Mi Nguyen, Sappi Somerset

Nguyen, a second-year student majoring in paper science and engineering, recently completed a summer internship at Sappi's Somerset Mill in central Maine.
Dominic Zecca poses outside of Biltmore Hall - Transfer Student Discovers Passion for Conservation at NC State - College of Natural Resources News NC State University

Mar 10, 2025

Transfer Student Discovers Passion for Conservation at NC State

Dominic Zecca, a senior majoring in environmental, technology and management, is working with other undergraduate students to address drinking water quality issues in southeast Raleigh.