Former University of North Carolina president WIlliam Friday was hospitalized today and is said to be in critical condition.
Full story
With less than half of the state’s counties reporting their results, majority passed Amendment One.
Joining it’s neighbors in the “Bible Belt,” Amendment One passed this evening, marking the most recent time North Carolina’s constitution passed an amendment to remove rights rather than giving them since 1970, and it didn’t go unnoticed on campus.
Full story
With less than half of N.C. counties in, national media has called the election results.
As of 9:42 p.m., the North Carolina State board of Elections showed 29 out of 100 counties reporting. The results show 61% in favor of passing Amendment One and 38% against it. With such a slant in votes, the AP Wire is calling the results: Amendment 1 passed.
Full story
Yesterday many students received class rings at a ceremony conducted by the Alumni Association.
Each year the Alumni Association presents a multitude of students, most of who are seniors, rings symbolizing their academic achievement and preparing them for graduation. Though an annual tradition, this year’s ring ceremony was hardly a mundane repetition of its predecessor.
Full story
College voters range from passionate to apathetic for upcoming votes and elections.
With just a few days until summer break, students at the university are getting ready to hit their first political milestone of the 2012 presidential race: the party primaries.
Full story
Members of the Occupy movement reflect upon a year of growth.
A lot can happen in six months, and few know this to be as true as members of the Occupy movement. Since October, Occupy movements around the country have been vocal about their concerns.
Full story
Experts predict debate Amendment One will not be settled after election.
With only a week before official voting begins, campaigns against Amendment One have come to a head on campus and in government.
Full story
Yesterday many students received class rings at a ceremony conducted by the Alumni Association.
Each year the Alumni Association presents a multitude of students, most of who are seniors, rings symbolizing their academic achievement and preparing them for graduation. Though an annual tradition, this year’s ring ceremony was hardly a mundane repetition of its predecessor.
Full story
N.C. State is among the honorees of a list of 320 environmentally-friendly schools.
With Earth Day celebrations winding down and allergy season reaching its peak, the University received a pleasant surprise when Princeton Review named N.C. State one of the most environmentally responsible campuses. The Princeton Review is a service that helps students prepare for their journey into higher education by giving help in ACT, SAT and LSAT preparations and giving high school students guides on how to choose the right college.
Full story
A popular website allows students to grade their school, and N.C. State doesn't make good marks.
It’s a long-standing tradition for students to receive grades based on how hard they work in class, but now the tables have turned. College Prowler, a popular collegiate website, allows students to rate and review their school’s work ethic. N.C. State’s Internet report card ranges from an ‘A’ in athletics to a ‘C+’ in parking.
Full story
Semi-annual surveys provide insight on student opinions.
Two years ago, Michael Cobb, associate professor in political science, public and international affairs, started Pack Poll, a survey mostly for students. The project is supported by Dean Jeffrey Braden of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences.
Full story
Various changes will be happening this fall with Dining, including new benefits to ID cards.
N.C. State is looking to make some big changes to the on-campus dining experience. This fall, students will find the meal equivalencies, mean plans, Board Bucks and the way they use their I.D. card have all changed. Jennifer Gilmore is the marketing and communications manager for Campus Enterprises, a retail division that encompasses University Dining and other N.
Full story
A new organization started by a University student designs headbands for children with cancer.
Headbands of Hope, an organization started by University student Jessica Ekstrom, is giving children who are fighting cancer a new sense of confidence through fashionable headbands. For every headband purchased on headbandsofhope.org, one headband is given to a girl with cancer.
Full story
Campus Craft Center is offering a course even the busiest summer students can fit in.
With students filling up their summer plans, the Craft Center has made it convenient to keep enjoying their services, with their second bi-annual day-long “retreat.” The retreat began last year, in an effort to provide summer students with an opportunity to participate in a relaxing, creative activity.
Full story
The president made a speech on UNC's campus about tuition in America on Tuesday.
President Barack Obama announced a call to Congress to stop student loan interest rates from doubling in a speech on UNC-Chapel Hill's campus Tuesday. The interest rates on subsidized Stafford student loans are set to double from 3.4 percent to 6.8 percent for 7.
Full story
Fashion show brings art of all kinds on stage.
Creativity was abundant at last night’s annual Art 2 Wear fashion show, held in Reynold’s Coliseum. Art 2 Wear held each spring semester, showcases student designers displaying original collections that follow a common theme. The event, as is customary, began with a pre-show featuring design students.
Full story
Third annual Wolf Pack N Give donation drive held on campus until May 13.
University Housing and N.C. State Waste Reduction and Recycling are collaborating to make use of items students discard while moving out and reduce waste. Wolf Pack N Give is an event, originally called Wolf Pack N Go, created to collect unwanted items students are getting rid of during the move out.
Full story
A party held in McKimmon Center Monday honored Tom Stafford for his work with the University
A retirement party was held Monday afternoon in honor of Thomas Stafford, vice chancellor for student affairs, who will officially step down from his position July 1. Stafford has worked at the University as the vice chancellor for student affairs since October 1, 1983.
Full story
The Wildlife Club screened a documentary focusing on environmentalist Aldo Leopold.
For their last meeting of the semester, N.C. State's Leopold Wildlife Club held a documentary screening and discussion of Green Fire, the biographical story of their namesake Aldo Leopold. Leopold has strongly influenced the modern environmental movement.
Full story
College of Sciences to be added to University
On Friday, the Chancellor announced the creation of a new College of Sciences that will include undergraduate biology. With this decision, the newly modified version of the College of Physical and Mathematical Sciences will become more comprehensive, according to Chancellor Randy Woodson.
Full story
With more and more off-campus locations being built for students, dorms looking less attractive.
Lee, Bragaw, Tucker, Alexander. Some of N.C. State’s residence halls that for years have provided students with living space and quick access to classes. That’s all changing with the addition of more and more off-campus apartments which cater to modern-day student needs.
Full story
A Nature Research Center opened to the public this weekend.
The Museum of Natural Sciences celebrated the opening of the Nature Research Center with a 24-hour festival that began on Friday, April 20 at 4 p.m., at the Main Museum and Bicentennial Plaza. Visitors were able to take part in activities and presentations and interact with exhibitors and vendors during the 24 hours.
Full story
Students are becoming more opinionated about Amendment One as May 8 draws nearer.
With April drawing to a close, many students' thoughts now turn to the prospect of exams. But between exams and the summer, May 8 stands as a day of political awareness with Amendment One, the race for Governor, and the GOP primaries to be voted on.
Full story
Students prove bald is indeed beautiful and in some cases even beneficial.
This morning nearly 100 students will start their last Monday of regular class donning newly shaved heads and buttons instructing whoever may read them to ask their bearers why they are bald. The answer to the question posed by the buttons, as anyone who asks is sure to find, and the reason behind the sudden outbreak of baldness on campus is yesterday’s St. Baldrick’s event.
Full story
N.C. State's turfgrass program develops new lawn care app designed to help N.C. homeowners.
Homeowners and landscapers can now obtain information on caring for their lawns with a new resource created by N.C. State’s turfgrass program.
Full story
Entomologist Fred Gould leads the first graduate program in genetic pest management.
For his research in genetics, Fred Gould, a professor of entomology at N.C. State, received the 2012 UNC system's O. Max Gardner award; an award given to those who have made great contributions to human welfare. He is the fifth faculty member at the University to win the award since 2003.
Full story
Housing is looking to make West Campus a more desirable location for students to live.
With summer break approaching, the students of N.C. State are not the only people with big plans for the next few months. Over the summer the University will be making some much-needed changes to Sullivan residence hall, officials said.
Full story
After months of work and collaboration with N.C. State professors, a new wing is complete.
The grand opening of the Nature Research Center is finally here. The new 80,000 square-foot wing of the Museum of Natural Sciences will start the celebration at 4 p.m. on Friday, April 20 and go until 4 p.m. on Saturday, April 21. The event will include activities, presentations, exhibitors and vendors from around the globe, with Ira David Wood and Chuck Davis officiating at the opening ceremonies.
Full story
The Campus Mobility Plan makes suggestions for improving transit, such as more park-and-ride lots.
NCSU Transportation hosted two open houses for students, faculty and staff to provide information about the Campus Mobility Plan and collect feedback from attendees.
Full story
With application numbers at an all time high, acceptances are decreasing at N.C. State.
If you were able to skip the waiting list three years ago, you may not have been so lucky as a current upcoming freshman. Admissions standards at the University are at an all time high, making acceptance at an all time low. Thomas Griffin, director of student admissions, said the decrease in freshman acceptance can be explained by the University’s 2020 enrollment plan, which intends on a smaller freshman class.
Full story
Nonprofit groups have vast differences from large organizations and offer different rewards.
During your time at N.C. State, it is guaranteed you will encounter a nonprofit organization. Whether you’re volunteering with Habitat for Humanity or camping out during Relay for Life, you’ve likely been involved with at least one of these unique organizations.
Full story
Leon Novick visited campus yesterday to discuss the abuse of rabies medication.
The University’s College of Veterinary Medicine hosted a talk on rabies last night. Dr. Lloyd Novick of East Carolina University led the event, The Slippery Slope: Rabies Post-Exposure Prophylaxis. Novick, chair for the department of public health at ECU Brody School of Medicine, discussed the human post-exposure prophylaxis to prevent rabies virus infection after potential exposure to the virus.
Full story
North Carolina governor dedicates entire week to service.
Gov. Bev Perdue announced that AmeriCorps members and volunteers across North Carolina will participate in different service projects as part of National Volunteer Week, April 15 to 21. National Volunteer Week is an event sponsored by the Points of Light Institute and the Hands On Network.
Full story
Due to numerous biker friendly programs, N.C. State received state-wide honor.
The League of American Bicyclists recently awarded N.C. State with the official honor of a “bicycle friendly” status. N.C. State is the third UNC-System school to receive this status. The League of American Bicyclists has also recognized the University of North Carolina at Wilmington and the University of North Carolina at Greensboro.
Full story
With the re-release of the film, some students reflect on the history behind the plot.
A century ago, the RMS Titanic left port in the British Isles, heading toward New York City. But, in one of the greatest peacetime maritime disasters to ever occur, the ship never completed its maiden voyage, and took the lives of 1,514 passengers with it.
Full story
For the first time since April 2007, classes were held on the anniversary of the tragic shooting.
Yesterday marked the five-year anniversary of the horrific Virginia Tech shooting incident, an event that resulted in 33 deaths on campus. Seung Hui Cho, a student with a history of mental illness, opened fire in Norris Hall on Tech’s campus. Cho fired over 170 shots in about 10 minutes before eventually turning the gun on himself and ending his own life.
Full story
2012 edition of the University literary magazine was released Monday at the Crafts Center.
The 2012 edition of Windhover was released during a reception held Monday evening, April 16, at the Crafts Center. Students and faculty members were all present to receive a copy of the new Windhover, which was accompanied with an audio cd. The Windhover staff began accepting submissions the day after the previous book was published to get a head start on the design process.
Full story
With less than half of the state’s counties reporting their results, majority passed Amendment One.
Joining it’s neighbors in the “Bible Belt,” Amendment One passed this evening, marking the most recent time North Carolina’s constitution passed an amendment to remove rights rather than giving them since 1970, and it didn’t go unnoticed on campus.
Full story
is a member of the 
