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5 Questions with Director of Softball Operations Carson Shaner

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Muhammad Ikbal Putera - Grad Student Profile: Muhammad Ikbal Putera - College of Natural Resources News at NC State

Dec 3, 2024

Grad Student Profile: Muhammad Ikbal Putera

As the first park ranger from Komodo National Park — and possibly the first from Indonesia’s Ministry of Forestry — to undertake this advanced degree, Ikbal aims to break barriers and inspire others.
Susannah poses by seaside, hilly landscape - Susannah Weaver Explores Lifelong Passion for the Outdoors - College of Natural Resources News at NC State University

Nov 7, 2024

Susannah Weaver Explores Lifelong Passion for the Outdoors

Weaver is a junior pursuing a bachelor's degree in parks, recreation and tourism management at NC State and a member of the Caldwell Fellows program.
Ellie poses with NBC Olympics logo - From NC State to the Olympics: One Graduate's Unique Journey - College of Natural Resources News at NC State University

Oct 28, 2024

From NC State to the Olympics: One Graduate’s Unique Journey

Ellie Whittington ‘20 combined her passion for journalism and sports and now works as a social media freelancer for NBC Sports, covering mega sporting events like the Olympics.
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.

Oct 2, 2024

What Climate Change Means for Tourism

Tourism-dependent communities must take action to become more resilient to climate change if they want to maintain visitors, according to NC State professor Erin Seekamp.
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.
Caitlin poses by rapids

Sep 18, 2024

Caitlin McDade Awarded 2024-25 Fletcher Graduate Scholarship

McDade, who is pursuing a master's degree in parks, recreation and tourism management, serves as a member of the Graduate Student Association and the Leave No Trace initiative at NC State.
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.
The Eiffel Tower with the logo of the Olympic Games.

Aug 1, 2024

5 Reasons Why the Olympics Are Important

From facilitating international cultural exchanges to promoting diversity and inclusion in sports, the Olympics are unlike any other sporting event in the world.
Carson Shaner talks to a softball player on the field.

Jun 10, 2024

5 Questions with Director of Softball Operations Carson Shaner

Shaner graduated from NC State in 2021 with a bachelor's degree in sport management and in 2023 with a master's degree in parks, recreation, tourism and sport management.