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A group of students standing in front of a van - A Paper International Experience: Rick Conner Reflects on Studying Abroad in Finland - College of Natural Resources News at NC State

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.

Fenton speaks with hikers - Summit Steward Fenton McKown Protects Endangered Plants in the Adirondack Mountains - College of Natural Resources News at NC State University

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 - Brandon Wilson Gains Hands-On Research Experience at NASA - College of Natural Resources News at NC State

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 - Antonio Jimenez Enjoys Internship at National Baseball Hall of Fame - College of Natural Resources News at NC State

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 Alumโ€™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.

A group of people posing for a photo.

Apr 4, 2024

Training the Next Generation of Scientists to Tackle Water Pollution

NC State professor Angela Allen is training students to conduct water quality testing and monitoring through the Environmental Resource Clinic Student Training Program.

A student in a classroom wears a virtual reality headset.

Mar 28, 2024

Immersive VR Tours Promote Inclusive Recreation

NC State professor Nathan Williams embraces virtual reality in his courses to advocate for inclusive outdoor recreation.

London Thomas holding a red flag.

Feb 5, 2024

NC State Sport Management Student is Super Bowl-Bound

London Thomas will work behind the scenes to ensure that America's biggest sporting event is memorable for thousands of football fans.

House wren - For Two Backyard Bird Species, More Light Pollution Is Linked to Lower Survival - College of Natural Resources at NC State University

Aug 17, 2023

For Two Backyard Bird Species, More Light Pollution Is Linked to Lower Survival

New findings led by NC State researchers could be important to whether backyard birds will thrive as urbanization expands.