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Graduating Prepared to Succeed

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 16:10:03 -0500

Morgan Donnelly (Communication and Political Science '10) says the willingness of NC State professors to mentor students helps strengthen character traits . . .

Historical Blogging

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 17:11:02 -0500

Think our ancestors didn’t blog? Think again. Although the term blogging and our electronic way of doing it are relatively new, the general concept of . . .

CSI NC State: Forensics Lab Shines Light on Crime

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 15:49:44 -0500

Researchers from across campus, including key faculty from CHASS, are working with law enforcement to transform the way we solve crimes.

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2012 Statewide Poetry Contest Underway

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 17:01:52 -0500

Think you’re a promising poet? Enter the 2012 Statewide Poetry Contest, sponsored by NC State’s Creative Writing Program through the Barnhardt Family . . .

Revenge of the Electric Car

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 11:22:38 -0500

Dan Neil (MA, English '86) returns to campus to discuss "Revenge of the Electric Car," in which he appears prominently. Neil has won the Pulitzer Prize . . .

Dean for a Day Student Chosen

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 01:00:00 -0500

Ever wonder what the CHASS Dean does all day? Well, one lucky student is about to find out firsthand. Laura Wilkinson, an International Studies and . . .

January 2012 CHASS Student of the Month

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 01:00:00 -0500

Paul Kelley is a nontraditional student who intends to graduate in May 2012 with a Bachelor's degree in Leadership in the Public Sector. He works . . .

Poetic Portraits of a Revolution

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 01:00:00 -0500

Two NC State students were witnesses to part of the Arab Spring revolution. The college is co-sponsoring an evening in Stewart Theater on January 31 . . .

What do NC State scientists prefer: CSI or Law & Order?

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 01:00:00 -0500

The university's alumni magazine featured Anthropologist Ann Ross and other researchers who are advancing forensic science in its cover story ... . . .

CHASS Student of the Month

Sat, 14 Jan 2012 01:02:00 -0500

Meet Erika Koerner, our student of the month.

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NC State's First Female African-American Graduate Dies

Sat, 14 Jan 2012 01:00:00 -0500

Norma Wright Garcia, the first African-American female to earn an undergraduate degree from NC State, died Monday in a small town in Eastern North Carolina . . .

Book Examines Middle Eastern Christianity

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 01:00:00 -0500

Akram Fouad Khater, professor and director of Middle East studies, has written a new book about the history of Middle Eastern Christianity. Embracing . . .

What do NC State scientists prefer? CSI or Law & Order?

Mon, 02 Jan 2012 08:09:26 -0500

For the winter issue of NC State magazine, we talked to researchers across campus who are teaming up to advance work in the area of forensic science. . . .

International Studies Student Helps Form NC State"s First Asian Sorority

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 01:00:00 -0500

Working to establish NC State's first Asian sorority, maintaining an interest group, hitting the books hard, and making the grade on all accounts, . . .

How To Avoid Scams Targeting Older Adults

Tue, 13 Dec 2011 01:00:00 -0500

Research tells us that scams targeting older adults are becoming increasingly prevalent, and can have devastating effects on the finances of seniors . . .

To understand homelessness, social work students sleep outside

Sat, 10 Dec 2011 01:02:00 -0500

Undergraduate social work (BSW) students and friends spent a cold night on NC State's brickyard recently to bring attention to the plight of those . . .

CHASS Integral to North Carolina"s Year of Communicating Science 2012

Sat, 10 Dec 2011 01:00:00 -0500

Mark your calendars for some exciting opportunities to participate in North Carolina's Year of Communicating Science: 2012. The entire state of . . .

Learning With the Lights Off

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 01:02:00 -0500

Devin and Marsha Orgeron, associate professors of film studies at NC State University, along with Dan Streible of New York University, have edited the . . .

Enjoy a Little Sci-Fi with John Kessel

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 01:00:00 -0500

In a throwback to the serialized storytelling of the golden age of sci-fi, readers of NC State's research blog, The Abstract, are enjoying a serialized . . .

Why We Need to Pull These Films off the Shelf: Educational Films In The United States (Part III)

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 08:51:04 -0500

Enjoy this guest post on NC State's research blog The Abstract, submitted by NC State alum Skip Elsheimer, also known as the A/V Geek.

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Why Educational Films Matter: Educational Films In The United States (Part II)

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 08:16:04 -0500

Enjoy this guest post by Marsha Orgeron, associate professor of film studies at NC State and co-editor of "Learning With The Lights Off: Educational . . .

Alum Serves As One of Wake County"s Newest Assistant DAs

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 01:00:00 -0500

As a new assistant district attorney in North Carolina's capital, Win Bassett '07 intends to serve the citizens of Wake County by administering . . .

The Way We Learned: Educational Films In The United States (Part I)

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 09:04:09 -0500

Enjoy this guest post by Devin Orgeron, an associate professor of film studies at NC State and co-editor of "Learning With The Lights Off: Educational . . .

Using Photography To Serve the Less Privileged

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 01:00:00 -0500

The photographer releases the shutter and the flash goes off, while the subject smiles. This may seem like an everyday occurrence with friends or family; . . .

NC State Holds Forensic Science Symposium for National and State Law Enforcement

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 10:10:04 -0500

North Carolina State University holds its fourth annual forensic science symposium –including presentations of cutting-edge crime scene investigation . . .

Events Preceding the Helvetican Renaissance (Part III)

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 07:00:17 -0500

The third installation of a serialized science fiction story by Professor of English John Kessel. Related Links:

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Archaeologists Find New Evidence Of Animals Being Introduced To Prehistoric Caribbean

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 08:20:30 -0500

An archaeological research team from North Carolina State University, the University of Washington and University of Florida has found one of the most . . .

Events Preceding the Helvetican Renaissance (Part II)

Mon, 28 Nov 2011 07:00:21 -0500

Editor's Note: Readers of The Abstract are generally interested in research, science and technology. People that fall into that camp are often also . . .

International Education Week at CHASS

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 02:00:00 -0500

Intrigued by faraway lands? Passionate about foreign languages and cultures? During International Week, students and faculty alike signed up for passports, . . .

Hindi-Urdu Event Celebrates South Asian Language and Culture

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 01:00:00 -0500

On November 11, NCSU's Hindi-Urdu club hosted Hindi-Urdu Cultural Night to celebrate and showcase the diversity of South Asian culture. Students . . .

Events Preceding the Helvetican Renaissance (Part I)

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 07:00:22 -0500

Editor's Note: Readers of NC State's "The Abstract" are generally interested in research, science and technology. People who fall into that . . .

ACC Road Trip Host Comes to Town

Thu, 17 Nov 2011 01:00:00 -0500

Keep an eye out on campus and throughout Homecoming Weekend. Former NC State basketball player Tommy Kane (Comm '93) will be prowling the grounds, . . .

Dean Braden in Scientific American

Thu, 17 Nov 2011 01:00:00 -0500

CHASS Dean and Professor of Psychology Jeff Braden was called upon for his expertise in human nature for a column in Scientific American about . . .

Dean for a Day Contest Underway

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 01:00:00 -0500

Attention CHASS students: On February 9, 2012, you could be Dean of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences. Trade spaces--just for a day--with . . .

Dean for a Day Contest Underway

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 01:00:00 -0500

On February 9, 2012, you could be Dean of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences. Trade spaces -- just for a day -- with Dean Jeff Braden. Here's . . .

Chancellor Woodson Visits CHASS

Wed, 09 Nov 2011 01:00:00 -0500

CHASS welcomed NC State Chancellor Randy Woodson for a visit to the college on October 31. ... Read . . .

Students Head to DC to Ask, 'Who's Responsible for the Message?'

Tue, 08 Nov 2011 01:00:00 -0500

Park scholar Joshua Chappell was among a group of students who spent their fall break in DC exploring the far-reaching impact of the media ... . . .

Occupy Teach In

Mon, 07 Nov 2011 13:26:00 -0500

NC Statea professors, including History Professor David Zonderman, staged a "teach in" on Friday, November 3, to better understand the Occupy . . .

Helping Soldiers Walk the Walk

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 01:00:00 -0400

NC State ROTC cadets recently toured India. Ten hours a day, studying a foreign language? That's daunting. But it's far less daunting than navigating . . .

New Project Focuses on Education for Children in Foster Care

Wed, 26 Oct 2011 09:43:00 -0400

When children are placed in foster care, it often means a disruption in their education, as well as a change in living situation – which can hurt . . .

CHASS Celebrates National Day on Writing

Tue, 18 Oct 2011 17:06:00 -0400

Step into new ways of writing on October 20. New technologies have expanded the possibilities for writing in multiple media, including digital media. . . .

Raising Awareness About Health Literacy

Tue, 18 Oct 2011 16:24:00 -0400

Health literacy--the ability to read, understand, and act on health-related information--poses an enormous challenge to improving health and to lowering . . .

Taste Dialect Stew at NC State Fair

Thu, 13 Oct 2011 13:51:00 -0400

Calling all dingbatters! When you head to the State Fair, make sure you get a taste of North Carolina dialect stew. A CHASS exhibit celebrating the . . .

Historian Explores the Consequences of Silver Mining

Thu, 13 Oct 2011 10:37:00 -0400

History lecturer Nicholas Robins, an expert on the environmental history of South America, exposes modern day consequences of silver-mining practices . . .

Administrators Celebrate Staff at CHASS Picnic

Thu, 13 Oct 2011 10:02:00 -0400

CHASS Dean Jeff Braden and his associate and assistant deans give a flip about the staff in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences. Actually, . . .

Two CHASS Faculty Summoned for White House Summit

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 13:58:00 -0400

English Professors Chris Anson and Susan Miller-Cochran were invited guests at the White House last week for a summit focused around their areas of . . .

NC State, UNC, Duke launch Japanese Studies Center

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 14:10:00 -0400

Three universities have launched a Triangle Center for Japanese Studies that will support fellowships, research, seminars, travel, guest speakers, . . .

Dust off your old films—Home Movie Day is October 15

Wed, 05 Oct 2011 17:21:00 -0400

Home Movie Day is a celebration of local amateur home movies that also provides a chance for attendees to learn how to preserve those movies for the . . .

Institute for Nonprofits Trains Leaders

Wed, 05 Oct 2011 11:27:00 -0400

The college's Institute for Nonprofits was highlighted in a News and Observer article about its efforts to provide leadership training for nonprofits. . . .

United States Poet Laureate W.S. Merwin Visits NC State

Wed, 05 Oct 2011 08:00:00 -0400

Join us at 7:30 on October 17, when the United States Poet Laureate W.S. Merwin will be our very special guest. Merwin is one of the most widely-read . . .

The New Dating Game: When Dates Follow Hookups

Tue, 04 Oct 2011 16:13:00 -0400

New research by sociologist Sinikka Elliott sheds some light on just how complicated sex and dating are.Casual sex clearly carries its own risks, but . . .

Seeing the Message

Thu, 29 Sep 2011 11:28:00 -0400

Those who attended President Obama's recent speech at Reynolds Coliseum may have been surprised to see CHASS Dean Jeff Braden just behind the podium, . . .

Interactive Art Exhibit Features CHASS Faculty, Students

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 14:33:00 -0400

A cutting-edge interactive art exhibition is opening at Raleigh's Contemporary Art Museum, and faculty and students from the college's interdisciplinary . . .

Tell a Story, Win a Prize

Wed, 21 Sep 2011 13:30:00 -0400

Got a story to tell? Enter it in the creative writing program's statewide short story contest. Monday, Oct. 17, is the postmark deadline to enter . . .

How People Feel About Diversity And "Neighborhood Schools": It"s Complicated

Wed, 21 Sep 2011 09:57:00 -0400

Sociologist Toby Parcel and political scientist Andy Taylor are researching citizens' attitudes related to Wake County schools and the policies . . .

Health-Based Approach May Help ID Groups At Risk Of Genocide

Wed, 21 Sep 2011 08:49:08 -0400

Can science help prevent genocide? Researchers from NC State think so, and are proposing a health-based approach to identifying groups at high risk . . .

History Professor's Award-Winning Book Explores Kentucky's Frontiers

Wed, 14 Sep 2011 08:00:00 -0400

If you've been looking for some critically-acclaimed reading material on the darker side of Kentucky's history, look no further than Professor . . .

NC State Experts Offer Insight On Obama Jobs Bill, Economy, Election

Tue, 13 Sep 2011 08:28:56 -0400

CHASS political scientists and historians are among the experts available to comment on President Obama's visit to NC State and on the issues of . . .

CHASS Names New Members to Advisory Board

Tue, 13 Sep 2011 08:00:00 -0400

The College of Humanities and Social Sciences welcomed two new members to its Board of Advisors during its fall 2011 meeting. Both are alumni of the . . .

Head for the Hill

Mon, 12 Sep 2011 08:00:00 -0400

An internship on Capitol Hill changed her life. Now alumna Sandra Latta (Poli Sci '84) wants to give current CHASS students the same opportunity. . . .

A poem for 9/11 by NC State's Poet in Residence

Fri, 09 Sep 2011 10:44:00 -0400

John Balaban, NC State University's Poet in Residence and a faculty member in the Creative Writing Program, shared a poem for September 11, 2001. . . .

Psychologist Helps Evaluate Special Ed Assessment and Accountability

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 09:46:41 -0400

Assessing educational progress in schools has become increasingly important since the passage of No Child Left Behind. But significant questions remain . . .

Pro Bono Service Pays Off for CHASS Grad

Tue, 06 Sep 2011 12:29:00 -0400

If you've ever wondered how an unpaid service-learning experience could ever possibly pay off, meet Jake Gellar-Goad. Recent CHASS graduate Gellar-Goad . . .

Creating a literary culture

Thu, 01 Sep 2011 11:47:00 -0400

How do you enhance the literary culture of North Carolina? A culture that encourages aspiring writers from all over the state to contribute their imaginative . . .

Time Machine: See and Hear John Donne Preach (Sort Of)

Tue, 30 Aug 2011 08:13:33 -0400

While the time machine has not yet been invented to transport us back to 17th century England, CHASS Professor of English John Wall is attempting to . . .

Psych Prof"s Research is an Open Book

Mon, 29 Aug 2011 10:49:00 -0400

When John Begeny saw that an aspect of literacy education was getting scant attention in schools, he decided to research it. Begeny, an associate professor . . .

Meet Linda Watson, the "Cook for Good Lady"

Tue, 23 Aug 2011 08:00:00 -0400

Linda Watson (English '79) has had an extraordinary career that spans the corporate, political, dot com, and environmental worlds. She is currently . . .

Meet Dan Neil, Pulitzer prize winning automotive critic

Mon, 22 Aug 2011 10:54:00 -0400

Dan Neil (MA, English '86) says he was a "singularly unpromising candidate" when he arrived at NC State for a master's degree in English. He . . .

CHASS welcomes new tenure-track faculty

Mon, 22 Aug 2011 09:39:00 -0400

A warm welcome to these new tenure-track faculty members who are joining NC State's College of Humanities and Social Sciences. ... Read . . .

Advances In Forensic Anthropology: 3D-ID

Fri, 19 Aug 2011 11:02:00 -0400

Sometimes law enforcement officials find partial human remains: like a human skull, with few or no other skeletal remains. How can you tell . . .

Sociologist Ron Wimberley Dies

Thu, 18 Aug 2011 10:10:00 -0400

Dr. Ronald C. Wimberley, William Neal Reynolds professor of sociology and a member of the faculty for 40 years, has died. Wimberley was . . .

Alum's new book aims to set the record straight on Islam

Wed, 17 Aug 2011 12:28:00 -0400

Amit Pal (MA, Poli Sci '96) has published a book on Islam and nonviolence: "Islam" Means Peace: Understanding the Muslim Principle of Nonviolence . . .

In Job Market, Social Contacts Help Men - Not Women

Mon, 15 Aug 2011 08:05:47 -0400

When it comes to finding a job, who you know is as important as what you know. But a study from NC State University's sociology department . . .

Bioarchaeology Grad Student Wins Top Honors

Tue, 09 Aug 2011 15:59:00 -0400

Adrianne Offenbecker took first place honors at the Graduate Student Research Symposium for her poster presentation, Examining the Role of Environmental . . .

Meet Martha Crowley, NC State Sociologist

Mon, 08 Aug 2011 11:27:00 -0400

Why does work matter? How do our experiences in work places affect other areas of our lives? Martha Crowley, assistant professor of sociology, focuses . . .

My Awesome Summer Vacation ... in Haiti

Wed, 27 Jul 2011 15:00:00 -0400

Social Work major Krystal Smith ('14) headed for Haiti when exams ended this spring. She spent the summer coordinating volunteer work groups, helping . . .

Caution: Your Child"s First Job Could Be Hazardous to Her Health

Wed, 27 Jul 2011 10:11:00 -0400

The Atlantic has published an article about workplace safety among teens, using research conducted by NC State sociologist Michael Schulman. An estimated . . .

English Prof Named American Council on Education Fellow

Tue, 26 Jul 2011 11:33:00 -0400

English professor Laura Severin has been selected as one of 50 fellows at the American Council on Education for the 2011-12 academic year. ... Read . . .

Psychology Dept Leads Global Progress in Emerging Field

Sun, 24 Jul 2011 11:06:00 -0400

A group of volunteers travels to a foreign country to provide aid. But as so often happens, unforeseen problems arise. Maybe the volunteers aren't . . .

CHASS Alum is Driving Force in Eugenics Victims' Compensation Effort

Fri, 22 Jul 2011 15:00:00 -0400

CHASS alumna Charmaine Fuller Cooper (MPA '07) has a tough job. As Executive Director of the N.C. Justice for Sterilization Victims Foundation, . . .

NYTimes References English Intern's Work

Fri, 22 Jul 2011 09:56:00 -0400

Summer internships can get students' work noticed in some high-powered places. Take senior English Major Sonny Ferares, who is interning with . . .

Michael Schwalbe on The State of Things

Thu, 21 Jul 2011 14:49:34 -0400

North Carolina State University sociologist Michael Schwalbe’s new book, Smoke Damage: Voices from the Front Lines of America’s Tobacco . . .

Martha Crowley on American Work Problems on NPR

Fri, 15 Jul 2011 16:44:53 -0400

On "The State of Things" -WUNC, North Carolina Public Radio, Frank Stasio

July 6, 2011

The . . .

Sandbagged: The Undoing of a Quarter Century of NC Coastal Conservation

Tue, 12 Jul 2011 08:00:00 -0400

Recent CHASS grad Gary Lazorick (MS, Technical Communication, '11)has been studying coastal erosion and the shifting sands of policies that . . .

Alum's Tea Party Research Featured in New York Times

Mon, 11 Jul 2011 20:04:00 -0400

John Coggin (Communication and Interdisciplinary Studies'09) recently graduated from Harvard University with a Master of Theological Studies in . . .

Alum Touches Base with Saudi Arabian Youngsters

Mon, 11 Jul 2011 14:02:00 -0400

Daniel Caldwell (Sociology '04) was the News and Observer's July 10 Tar Heel of the Week. Caldwell has been coaching baseball . . .

Walt Wolfram Appears on History Channel"s "Mouthing Off" Episode

Mon, 11 Jul 2011 11:28:00 -0400

Tune in to the History Channel at 10:00 pm, Tuesday, July 12, to hear Professor of English Walt Wolfram in the "Mouthing Off" episode of "How the States . . .

Korn Bascombe: Born to Shine

Thu, 07 Jul 2011 23:00:00 -0400

CHASS student Korn Bascombe is one of four aspiring television personalities chosen in a nationwide search by Time Warner Cable's "Born to Shine" . . .

Coastal Healing

Thu, 07 Jul 2011 20:00:00 -0400

A CHASS adjunct professor has formed a nonprofit to give North Carolina military families a healing respite on the quiet shores of Bald Head Island. . . .

Bigger Than Football: Study Shows Sports Can Help Communities Recover From Disaster

Thu, 07 Jul 2011 16:30:00 -0400

Research from NC State's Department of Communication shows that organized sports can be a powerful tool for helping to rebuild communities in the . . .

Study: Most Parents Unaware Of Teen Workplace Risks

Mon, 27 Jun 2011 12:00:00 -0400

Most parents are unaware of the risks their teenagers face in the workplace and could do more to help them understand and prepare for those hazards, . . .

Soldier turns Oxford Scholar

Fri, 24 Jun 2011 08:00:00 -0400

As a kid, Will Badger, MFA '11, wanted to be a writer so he could explore all the places in his head he was sure he'd never go. Ironically, . . .

Political Scientist Offers Take on Legislative Session

Wed, 22 Jun 2011 15:35:19 -0400

Political Scientist Andy Taylor was interviewed by the NC State Alumni Association for his expertise in understanding what the recent legislative session . . .

Doc Hendley: Humble Hero

Thu, 16 Jun 2011 16:31:00 -0400

In 2009, CNN named Doc Hendley (Communication '04) one of its top ten heroes of the year for his work to bring clean water to some of the . . .

Freedom Riders Relive Past, Promote Unity

Tue, 14 Jun 2011 11:15:00 -0400

Doaa Dorgham, a junior majoring in psychology and minoring in international studies, recently got the chance to relive history. Dorgham was one of 40 . . .

National Women"s Conference at NC State: "Unite for Peace"

Thu, 09 Jun 2011 14:00:00 -0400

Join the U.S. National Committee for UN Women at the 2011 National Conference "UNITE for PEACE - in our home, in our community, and in our world." . . .

Using Desire To Be A 'Good Dad' To Curb Domestic Violence

Thu, 09 Jun 2011 12:01:00 -0400

A lot of fathers who have battered their partners, and/or their kids, also witnessed domestic violence in their own homes as children. Many of . . .

Safer Sex: Study Examines Sexual Communication In Transgender Community

Thu, 09 Jun 2011 10:30:00 -0400

A new study from NC State University's Department of Communication shows that talking about safer sex is a complicated process for individuals within . . .

Perceived Media Bias Can Lead To Political Action

Fri, 20 May 2011 08:00:00 -0400

Politicians should be careful when they rail against mainstream news media. A study from NC State's Department of Communication shows that perceived . . .

CHASS Alum Josh Eure Wins "Best of the Net" Award

Wed, 18 May 2011 08:00:00 -0400

"I'm writing something," he says to me. "You write?" "Not yet. Anyway, tell me what you think. Ok, so there's this guy..."

Just an excerpt . . .

CHASS Sponsors Panel at National Conference for Restorative Justice

Tue, 17 May 2011 10:36:00 -0400

"Promoting, Implementing, and Expanding Restorative Justice" The third National Conference on Restorative Justice will commence with this shared goal . . .

How to Wreck a Nice Beach ... or, How to Recognize Speech

Thu, 05 May 2011 08:08:00 -0400

Music historian Dave Tompkins (Poli Sci '92) is author of How to Wreck a Nice Beach, a history of the vocodor. The L.A. Times calls the work-whose . . .

CHASS student to appear with Oprah before Freedom Ride

Wed, 04 May 2011 09:14:00 -0400

A chance to relive history awaits Doaa Dorgham later this week. But first, there is Oprah. Dorgham is a junior psychology major with a minor in international . . .

Suicide Prevention Program Earns Seed Grant Funding

Tue, 03 May 2011 10:14:10 -0400

An alarming rise in suicide attempts over the past year prompted Professor of Social Work Willa J. Casstevens to create a suicide prevention proposal . . .

2011 Faculty Awards: Q&A with Dudley M. Marchi

Mon, 02 May 2011 14:11:57 -0400

The Alumni Association will honor 18 NC State professors on May 5 for their outstanding work in the classroom, in the laboratory and in the field. . . .

Hobbs Receives Global Engagement Award

Fri, 29 Apr 2011 15:23:00 -0400

Heidi Hobbs has received one of two inaugural Outstanding Global Engagement Awards from the university's Office of International Affairs and . . .

2011 Faculty Awards: Q&A with John Begeny

Fri, 29 Apr 2011 08:20:59 -0400

The NC State Alumni Association will honor 18 NC State professors on May 5 for their outstanding work in the classroom, in the laboratory and in the . . .

NC State Poetry Contest: Winners Announced

Wed, 27 Apr 2011 13:16:00 -0400

Congratulations to the winners of the 2011 North Carolina State University Poetry Contest. Some 500 poems were submitted this year. Listen . . .

Trace Reid Wins Diversity Award

Wed, 27 Apr 2011 11:36:04 -0400

Dr. Traciel Reid has won the NC State 2011 Diversity Award, given to a faculty member who demonstrates a strong commitment to diversity at the university. . . .

Dr. Maria Pramaggiore: Fueling Passion for Film

Wed, 27 Apr 2011 11:10:00 -0400

Maria Pramaggiore (English) has combined her enthusiasm for cinema and education to help build an outstanding Film Studies program at NC State. ... . . .

Institute for Nonprofits Receives Seed Grant

Mon, 25 Apr 2011 17:00:00 -0400

The Institute for Nonprofits has received a seed grant from the University's office of Extension, Engagement, and Economic Development to plan and . . .

Wimberley Honored for Contributions

Mon, 25 Apr 2011 14:33:37 -0400

Dr. Ron Wimberley, professor of sociology, has won national recognition for wide-ranging contributions, including his efforts to end rural poverty in . . .

Study Finds Keys To Working With Latino Church To Fight Domestic Abuse

Mon, 25 Apr 2011 08:12:41 -0400

Latinos are the fastest growing population in the United States and have relatively high rates of domestic violence coupled with social and linguistic . . .

CHASS Alum and War Photographer Chris Hondros Killed in Libya

Fri, 22 Apr 2011 11:49:00 -0400

Acclaimed war photographer Chris Hondros (English '93) has died after being injured Wednesday in Libya. Hondros, a senior correspondent for . . .

2011 Faculty Awards: Q&A with Christopher Crosbie

Fri, 22 Apr 2011 10:54:11 -0400

The Alumni Association will honor 18 NC State professors on May 5 for their outstanding work in the classroom, in the laboratory and in the field. . . .

Study Finds Public Relatively Unconcerned About Nanotechnology Risks

Thu, 14 Apr 2011 16:00:00 -0400

A new study by faculty in NC State's Department of Communication finds that the general public thinks getting a suntan poses a greater public health . . .

CHASS Student Takes A Seat on the Freedom Ride

Thu, 14 Apr 2011 10:00:00 -0400

Doaa Dorgham, a junior majoring in psychology and minoring in international studies, is being given a chance to relive history. Dorgham is one of 40 . . .

English Lecturer Finds Self-Publishing a Success

Wed, 13 Apr 2011 19:00:00 -0400

English lecturer Elisa Lorello has proved that publishers and literary agents are no longer essential to climbing the bestseller lists. Self-publishing . . .

Student presents research to United Nations Commission on the Status of Women ... and to you

Tue, 12 Apr 2011 15:51:00 -0400

Katie Starr (International Studies and French, '11) traveled to New York recently to present her research on sex trafficking in North Carolina . . .

NC State professor to discuss causes of Civil War

Tue, 12 Apr 2011 10:30:58 -0400

Susanna Lee, an assistant professor of history at NC State, is speaking Wednesday about the causes of the American Civil War.
The event is the final . . .

Facial Structure Of Men And Women Has Become More Similar Over Time

Tue, 05 Apr 2011 20:00:00 -0400

Research continues to prove the closing gap between men and women, or at least of their craniofacial features. Dr. Ann Ross, an associate professor . . .

CHASS Senior Kristy Craig Earns Mathews Medal

Tue, 05 Apr 2011 16:00:00 -0400

A big Wolfpack howl goes out to Kristy Craig, a senior in political science, who has earned the prestigious Mathews Medal for her contributions . . .

MALS Program Announces New Leadership

Tue, 29 Mar 2011 16:30:00 -0400

Dr. Michael Garval has been named the new Director of the Masters of Arts in Liberal Studies (MALS) program in CHASS. Dr. Garval, Associate Professor . . .

Kelly Hook's "To Russia With Love"

Mon, 28 Mar 2011 13:39:00 -0400

NC State's student body president Kelly Hook (Political Science, '11), is back from a whirlwind trip to Russia.
Officially invited . . .

N&O Names Bill Kinsella Tar Heel of the Week

Mon, 28 Mar 2011 10:11:00 -0400

Associate Professor of Communication Bill Kinsella focuses on how public discussion of technical issues, such as nuclear power, shapes public policy. . . .

Avast! Legal Confusion May Help Pirates Avoid The Plank

Thu, 24 Mar 2011 10:43:00 -0400

Instead of stopping piracy, international laws may be abetting it. Research conducted by CHASS political scientists Mark Nance and Michael Struett highlights one of the factors that is contributing to international piracy: the legal system.

Study Finds That Overweight People Really Are Big-Boned

Wed, 23 Mar 2011 17:00:00 -0400

by Matt Shipman
adpated by Lauren Lopez-Ibanez, Communication Intern

One of the blind spots in forensic science, particularly . . .

History Weekend Educates and Enlightens

Wed, 23 Mar 2011 12:41:00 -0400

The Tea Party in America. Pirates of the Atlantic. Murder in America. Each year, the Department of History sponsors History Weekend "to ignite discussion, . . .

Spring CHASS enewsletter

Wed, 23 Mar 2011 12:10:51 -0400

Four CHASS Students Named as Student Media Leaders

Tue, 22 Mar 2011 15:40:00 -0400

The Student Media Board of Directors has elected seven students to assume top student media leadership roles for the 2011-2012 academic year. Four of . . .

Doctoral Student Delves Into Online Dating

Thu, 17 Mar 2011 08:00:00 -0400

by Lauren Lopez-Ibanez, CHASS Communication Intern

With all the fish in the sea, sometimes finding your perfect match can prove to . . .

Dean for a Day Diaries

Wed, 16 Mar 2011 16:00:00 -0400

On February 10, 2011, CHASS Dean Jeff Braden switched places with sophomore Communication major Sarah Hager. He took her classes (and her radio shift . . .

The Public History of the Civil War, a Sesquicentennial Symposium

Wed, 16 Mar 2011 14:51:00 -0400

As the 150th anniversary of the Civil War nears, the Dept. of History is hosting a symposium to shed light on how museum curators and others can bring . . .

Scearce to Conduct in Connecticut

Wed, 16 Mar 2011 14:49:00 -0400

Composer J. Mark Scearce, director of the music department, is making some noise in Connecticut this week ... Read . . .

Found in translation: student reflects on why he studies the Middle East

Tue, 15 Mar 2011 16:47:00 -0400

Evan Garris (Political Science 2011) says he was overcome with emotion recently while watching television reports of the jubilant crowds celebrating . . .

NC State Hosts Lecture On "Tea Party In American History"

Thu, 10 Mar 2011 08:51:45 -0500

"The Tea Party In American History," with guest speaker is Jill Lepore, writer for The New Yorker, professor of history at Harvard University, and author . . .

Hope, Unscripted

Mon, 07 Mar 2011 14:00:00 -0500

A documentary by Will Lamb (Communication, '11), featuring members of the Wolfpack family rallying together in support of NC State's GLBT students, . . .

Research in Action: Helping Homeless Children

Mon, 07 Mar 2011 12:24:00 -0500

Psychologist Mary Haskett has been doing research on childhood development for over 20 years, and her experiences in that field ultimately highlighted . . .

Political Narratives On Race, Southern Identity Influence National Elections

Mon, 07 Mar 2011 08:18:46 -0500

New research from NC State's Department of Communication shows how attempts to define the South by Republicans and Democrats may have set the stage . . .

New World Order

Thu, 03 Mar 2011 10:40:00 -0500

Caldwell Fellow Alex Martin, who's double majoring in international studies and business administration, is leading a team of students in a volunteer . . .

Charlie Coe Receives Award for Excellence

Thu, 03 Mar 2011 08:00:00 -0500

The university community congratulates Dr. Charlie Coe, professor of Public Administration, for his selection as the 2011 recipient of the Charles . . .

Discovery News Taps CHASS Ph.D Student for "Meme" Expertise

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 12:16:00 -0500

Ever wonder where media outlets like Discovery News find their experts? For a topic like viral Internet culture, the source of expertise can be found . . .

Just Like Me: Online Training Helpers More Effective When They Resemble Students

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 07:57:02 -0500

Opposites don't always attract. A study from NC State University's Department of Psychology shows that participants are happier – and . . .

Craig Brookins: Climbing Kilimanjaro

Mon, 28 Feb 2011 08:00:00 -0500

They don't call it a mountaintop experience for nothing. Eighteen months after standing at the base of Mount Kilimanjaro, Dr. Craig Brookins can . . .

Ins and Outs of Political Communications

Fri, 25 Feb 2011 16:10:00 -0500

With three decades of experience in North Carolina politics, CHASS alum Brad Crone (Poli Sci '85) has seen his share of politicians at work. When . . .

CHASS Sociologist to Lead $3 Million Grant to Root Out Factors Behind Childhood Obesity

Fri, 25 Feb 2011 08:42:00 -0500

NC State University has received a five-year, $3 million grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to study the root causes behind childhood . . .

Language Patterns Are Roller-Coaster Ride During Childhood Development

Fri, 25 Feb 2011 08:32:00 -0500

Why, and when, do we learn to speak the way that we do? NC State University linguist Dr. Walt Wolfram's research on African-American children . . .

B-E-E there: Spellers Compete on Campus

Wed, 23 Feb 2011 10:38:39 -0500

Remember how your knees knocked as you stood in front of your whole class, trying to spell "angst" or "erudite" ? Come cheer on the next generation . . .

Starr Student Shines at UN Conference

Wed, 23 Feb 2011 10:37:00 -0500

Katie Starr (International Studies and French, '11), presented her research about sex trafficking in North Carolina at the 55th annual United Nations . . .

B - E - E there: CHASS co-hosts spelling bee

Tue, 22 Feb 2011 12:39:00 -0500

Remember how your grade-school knees knocked as you stood in front of your whole class to try to spell "ridiculous" or "parfait"? Relive those nerve-racking . . .

CHASS Writing Program Nationally Ranked in U.S. News & World Report

Mon, 21 Feb 2011 13:11:00 -0500

NC State's College of Humanities and Social Sciences is sharing the rankings spotlight with schools like Harvard, Princeton, Stanford, Cornell, . . .

Hutcheson Wins NC Folklore Prize

Mon, 21 Feb 2011 13:05:00 -0500

Neal Hutcheson has been awarded the Brown Hudson Award from the North Carolina Folklore Society for 2011. The announcement notes: 'Neal Hutcheson . . .

Communication Week

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 14:35:00 -0500

The job search and social media. Global public relations. Using your voice to change history. Political campaigning. All this and more, brought to you . . .

NC State Hosts Bullying Symposium

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 09:22:01 -0500

"Stand Up, Speak Out: Finding Opportunities to Protect Our Youth Against Bullying" This symposium will include sessions on bullying prevention and intervention . . .

Two CHASS Alums Named History Makers in the Making

Tue, 08 Feb 2011 16:09:00 -0500

In celebration of Black History Month, TheGrio.com named this year's History Makers in the Making. Among the 100 prominent African-Americans are . . .

New Dialect Developing in Raleigh

Mon, 07 Feb 2011 13:58:00 -0500

A new dialect is forming in Raleigh, and Scarlett O'Hara it ain't. There's a gradual shift toward a less distinctive regional accent, and . . .

Amazing Alumni Series Presents Cash Cab Writer

Thu, 03 Feb 2011 12:09:34 -0500

CHASS alumnus Greg Volk '03, a writer for the popular Discovery Channel show Cash Cab, will take part in the NC State Libraries' Amazing Alumni . . .

English Major Wins Innovation Institute Competition

Thu, 03 Feb 2011 09:37:00 -0500

NC State Park Scholar Vinnie Feucht (English ‘11) has won the highly competitive Innovation Institute Scholarship from ThinkImpact. The nonprofit . . .

NC State Expert Offers Insight Into Events In Egypt, Tunisia

Tue, 01 Feb 2011 07:54:18 -0500

Political unrest in Egypt, Yemen and Tunisia is not unlike a modern version of the American Revolution, according to North Carolina State University's . . .

NEW! Introducing CHASS Academic Support Initiative

Mon, 31 Jan 2011 10:33:00 -0500

Hey, CHASS students! Got questions about intracampus transfer? Registration procedures? The General Education Program? Need some help to get on top . . .

NC State University Poetry Contest

Wed, 26 Jan 2011 11:37:00 -0500

Calling all poets! Pen and send your poem by March 1 for the annual North Carolina State University Poetry Contest. Open to all North Carolina residents . . .

Maxine Atkinson Wins National Teaching Award

Thu, 20 Jan 2011 09:05:00 -0500

Dr. Maxine Atkinson, head of the Department of Sociology and Anthropology, has won the American Sociology Association's 2011 Distinguished Contributions . . .

Modernizing The Medieval

Tue, 18 Jan 2011 13:33:09 -0500

Medieval studies scholars are embarking on an effort that, if successful, should make it easier for future scholars to study the past. Ironically, medieval . . .

Study Highlights Flaw In Common Approach of Public Opinion Surveys About Science

Thu, 13 Jan 2011 08:44:48 -0500

A new study from North Carolina State University highlights a major flaw in attempting to use a single survey question to assess public opinion on science . . .

MSNBC Taps CHASS Historian for Reaction

Tue, 04 Jan 2011 11:08:00 -0500

Professor of History Blair Kelley was featured recently on MSNBC's Countdown with Keith Olbermann regarding Mississippi Governor Haley Barbour's . . .

CHASS Anthropologist Discusses Big Money on NPR

Mon, 03 Jan 2011 13:39:00 -0500

CHASS anthropologist Scott Fitzpatrick was recently featured on NPR's "Planet Money" about Yap and the nature of money.
Listen to the broadcast . . .

Birkland to Lead CHASS Research and Engagement

Mon, 03 Jan 2011 08:46:00 -0500

Thomas A. Birkland has been named CHASS associate dean for research, extension, engagement, and economic development (REEED), effective January 1, 2011. . . .

NC State Receives Largest-Ever Gift

Fri, 17 Dec 2010 07:31:27 -0500

Chancellor Randy Woodson announced today that Lonnie Poole '59 and his wife, Carol, have donated $40 million to NC State, making it the largest-ever . . .

Setting the Raleigh Public Record straight

Wed, 15 Dec 2010 10:22:55 -0500

Although fewer people are sitting down with a cup of coffee and unrolling a printed newspaper these days, a CHASS alum has found a way to deliver local . . .

CHASS alum pens "one of the best music books ever written"

Tue, 14 Dec 2010 09:05:00 -0500

CHASS alum and music journalist Dave Tompkins (Poli Sci '92) is author of How to Wreck a Nice Beach, a book the L.A. Times calls "one of the best . . .

The Real Law and Order

Fri, 10 Dec 2010 08:24:39 -0500

Some of the nation’s top forensics experts recently participated in the third annual NC State Forensic Science Symposium. The symposium, which . . .

Arts Studies Professor Featured in Opera Today

Wed, 08 Dec 2010 16:05:16 -0500

Composer and arts studies professor Rodney Waschka is featured in an extensive Q&A in the latest Opera Today. NC State's Alumni blog has all . . .

Milk, Bread, Researchers: Stocking Up On Disaster Experts

Wed, 08 Dec 2010 09:01:09 -0500

NC State's Abstract highlights Professor Tom Birkland's efforts to train the next generation of hazards and disasters researchers -- . . .

Young Learners Get HELPS

Mon, 06 Dec 2010 16:56:05 -0500

Assistant Professor of Psychology John Begeny has figured out a method to improve children’s . . .

Grad Student Earns Citizen Award

Tue, 30 Nov 2010 10:25:07 -0500

The Independent Weekly has awarded a 2010 Citizens Award to grad student and alum Amber Smith (Multidisciplinary Studies '09) for her efforts to . . .

Spring CHASS enewsletter

Mon, 22 Nov 2010 16:33:53 -0500

We've just sent this newsy enewsletter to the 17,000 CHASS alums for whom we have email addresses.

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Hey, Dit Dots! A Coastal N.C. Vocabulary Quiz

Fri, 19 Nov 2010 08:41:25 -0500

It may well be that no one has done more to research and document the dialects of North Carolina than Walt . . .

Riding the Cash Cab

Wed, 17 Nov 2010 14:15:54 -0500

New York City taxis can empty your pockets, but on Discovery Channel’s hit game show Cash Cab, you get paid. Greg Volk (Multidisciplinary . . .

Discovering the lost city and a love for travel

Wed, 17 Nov 2010 13:34:13 -0500

Stephanie Wilson (Psychology ’12) got to climb mountains, visit ancient ruins, board down sand dunes, improve her Spanish, and eat guinea pig . . .

Putting Education into Practice

Mon, 15 Nov 2010 16:22:58 -0500

Running for public office is not for the faint of heart of any age. What if you’re 21 years old, and a full-time, double-major, Dean’s-list . . .

Researchers Find Cancer News May Contribute To Confusion About Cancer

Wed, 10 Nov 2010 07:27:21 -0500

Researchers at NC State's Dept. of Communication show that most online news stories about cancer contain language that likely contributes to public . . .

CHASS Faculty Profile: John Kessel

Mon, 08 Nov 2010 14:41:18 -0500

Professor of creative writing and American literature John Kessel is profiled in a video produced . . .

Green Event Brings Renewed Energy to Caldwell Lounge

Mon, 08 Nov 2010 11:56:22 -0500

On one recent fall afternoon, Caldwell Lounge was transformed into a lively environmental information hub. Students from many disciplines created posters . . .

The Cybershrink Will See You Now

Mon, 08 Nov 2010 10:31:17 -0500

When machines stop being mere tools and become companions, friends and emotional crutches, who do we call? The cybershrink. MIT's Sherry Turkle, . . .

A Chat With Zach Galifianakis

Mon, 08 Nov 2010 09:49:30 -0500

Former NC State student Zach Galifianakis fondly recalls his days as a Communication major -- and particularly faculty member Jim Alchediak -- before . . .

The More We Talk, The Less We Might Agree: Study Shows Discussion Can Hurt Consensus-Building On Science/Technology

Thu, 04 Nov 2010 10:23:36 -0400

When it comes to public issues pertaining to science and technology, “talking it out” doesn’t seem to work. A new study from NC State . . .

Blog all about it

Wed, 03 Nov 2010 12:39:17 -0400

CHASS students are blogging around NC State’s campus. Catch up on their latest posts for the Undergraduate Admissions and Red & White . . .

CHASS alums recount NCSU's basketball history

Wed, 03 Nov 2010 10:43:50 -0400

CHASS alums Tim Peeler and Roger Winstead vividly illustrate the many traditions and innovations that have shaped Wolfpack basketball in their new book . . .

Zonderman Wins Libraries Faculty Award

Wed, 03 Nov 2010 08:09:50 -0400

Dr. David Zonderman, history professor and associate department head, will receive the NCSU Libraries Faculty Award on Monday, Nov. 8, at a reception . . .

Talk About Race -- It Really Matters

Tue, 02 Nov 2010 12:06:21 -0400

History Professor Blair Kelley was a featured speaker at the recent TEDxNCSU forum about "What Really Matters." Her talk focused on why conversations . . .

Hostile Environments Encourage Political Action In Immigrant Communities

Tue, 02 Nov 2010 07:41:52 -0400

A new study from NC State University finds that anti-immigrant practices – such as anti-immigrant legislation or protests – are likely to . . .

Poll: Public To Vote Against Its Interests On International Trade

Mon, 01 Nov 2010 08:50:08 -0400

Polling data collected by political scientist Michael Cobb in advance of the 2010 election show that potential voters in North Carolina who oppose international . . .

Charges Of Political Corruption Have Little Impact On Voter Opinion

Fri, 29 Oct 2010 08:15:18 -0400

Republican claims of political corruption in North Carolina’s Democratic Party have made little impact on public opinion among potential voters . . .

A new perspective on Mexican immigration

Mon, 25 Oct 2010 11:14:57 -0400

Dr. Nora Haenn, an associate professor of Anthropology and International Studies, set out to discover the impact of migration to the United States on . . .

Critical Language Scholarships

Wed, 20 Oct 2010 12:49:06 -0400

Critical Language Student Scholarship Program Application Now Open - Deadline: Nov 15, 2010

The US Department of State has opened . . .

Keyton discusses laughter

Wed, 20 Oct 2010 11:54:02 -0400

They say laughter is the best medicine. But it can also play key roles in group communication and group dynamics - even when there's something as . . .

Deep-fried food and NC dialects at the 2010 State Fair

Mon, 18 Oct 2010 12:40:51 -0400

Funnel cakes, corn dogs and cotton candy – you can taste them all at the North Carolina State Fair. This year, for some extra flavor, make sure . . .

CHASS faculty appointed to new leadership roles

Mon, 18 Oct 2010 11:46:47 -0400

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Students Brown Bag It With The Dean

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 10:05:17 -0400

Students munch on sandwiches and salads as they share their thoughts on classes, student life and the college with CHASS Dean Jeff Braden.

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Spanish-Language Certification Available

Mon, 11 Oct 2010 06:05:35 -0400

If you’re a Spanish speaker who’s interested in translating your bilingual skills into income or a career, consider earning a language proficiency . . .

Comstock Editor of Humanities Site

Mon, 04 Oct 2010 06:05:02 -0400

Dr. Gary Comstock, professor of philosophy, is editor-in-chief of the National Humanities Center's On the Human Web site.

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Historian Wins Southern Women's History Prize

Fri, 01 Oct 2010 10:57:59 -0400

Dr. Katherine Mellen Charron, assistant professor of history, has won the Julia Cherry Spruill Prize for best monograph on Southern women’s . . .

Historian Kelley Recognized

Thu, 30 Sep 2010 09:38:30 -0400

Dr. Blair L. M. Kelley, associate professor of history, is the 2010 winner of the Letitia Woods Brown Memorial Book Award from the Association of Black . . .

Banned Books Week: Celebrating the Freedom to Read

Wed, 29 Sep 2010 11:07:48 -0400

Banned Books Week is an annual event celebrating the freedom to read and the importance of the First Amendment. On NCSU's “

CHASS Grads Stand Out

Thu, 16 Sep 2010 11:15:56 -0400

Communication grad Morgan Donnelley ('10) says her terrific faculty mentors, three internships, and great classes helped her land a coveted digital-journalist . . .

Scientists Pave Way For Improved Teamwork On Collaborative Research Efforts

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 14:10:21 -0400

Tackling today’s complex scientific questions often requires work from interdisciplinary collaborative research teams – and working in those . . .

Research Will Help ID Bodies Left Behind By Chilean Earthquake, Pinochet Regime

Tue, 14 Sep 2010 07:38:09 -0400

New research from NC State University anthropologist Ann Ross will help medical examiners and others identify human remains of those killed during the . . .

Video Visionaries

Mon, 13 Sep 2010 13:24:10 -0400

Will Lamb, a senior in Communication concentrating in Communication Media, along with other classmates in Jim Alchediak's advanced digital video . . .

Arts Studies Professor Wins Filmmaking Award

Thu, 09 Sep 2010 16:37:52 -0400

Congratulations to Rodney Waschka, a professor of arts studies at NC State! He co-produced and composed the music for the short film Horizon, which . . .

Home Movie Day 2010!

Wed, 08 Sep 2010 09:27:23 -0400

Home Movie Day Raleigh A local celebration . . .

Reflecting on the First Week of Classes

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 11:13:36 -0400

Here's the first post from Caroline Linker, a junior communication major from Concord who's blogging for NC State's Alumni Association . . .

Fall CHASS Alumni Enewsletter

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 13:22:51 -0400

The CHASS Fall Enewsletter is available. Catch up with our alumni, students, and faculty, and see what's new.

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CHASS Welcomes Seven New Tenure-Track Faculty Members

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 16:27:41 -0400

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Archaeological Study Shows Human Activity May Have Boosted Shellfish Size

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 08:38:56 -0400

In a counter-intuitive finding, new research from NC State University shows that a species of shellfish widely consumed in the Pacific over the past . . .

Survey Says: Genetics Affect Whether We’re Willing To Take Surveys

Mon, 30 Aug 2010 09:22:22 -0400

A new study from North Carolina State University shows that genetics play a key factor in whether someone is willing to take a survey. "We wanted to . . .

Expert Can Discuss Importance Of Labor Day During Recession, Election Year

Mon, 30 Aug 2010 08:57:11 -0400

As American workers are faced with the “Great Recession” of the 21st century, how are they faring this Labor Day? What role might organized labor . . .

Forensics Lab Makes “Awesome College Labs” List

Wed, 25 Aug 2010 08:50:37 -0400

Popular Science magazine has tabbed a forensics analysis lab taught by CHASS anthropologist Ann Ross as one of the "30 Most Awesome College Labs" in . . .

No Laughing Matter

Tue, 24 Aug 2010 17:17:41 -0400

Laughter can play key roles in group communication and group dynamics – even when there’s nothing funny going on. That’s according . . .

Pack's Eye View of the West Wing

Tue, 17 Aug 2010 13:08:27 -0400

CHASS alum Robert Gibbs (Poli Sci '92) was recently interviewed by Tim Peeler, managing editor of NC State Athletics' GoPack.com, about his . . .

CHASS Major Named Finalist in Oprah Contest

Wed, 11 Aug 2010 11:27:57 -0400

Senior criminology major Kornelius Bascombe has been named a finalist in an online contest sponsored by Oprah Winfrey and reality-show producer Mark . . .

Braunbeck Named Assistant Dean of Interdisciplinary Studies

Tue, 10 Aug 2010 14:53:07 -0400

Dr. Helga Braunbeck has been named assistant dean of the interdisciplinary studies program in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences, effective . . .

Walt Wolfram Introduces Chancellor Woodson to southeastern NC

Thu, 05 Aug 2010 16:00:46 -0400

When it comes to dialects, North Carolina is one of the nation's richest states. Dr. Walt Wolfram, . . .

Head of His Class

Tue, 03 Aug 2010 15:26:33 -0400

Meet Bob Larson, lecturer in the Department of Communication, successful entrepreneur, renowned public-relations guru and notoriously meticulous editor. . . .

NC State Experts Address Likelihood of Oil Spill Reaching N.C.

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 10:43:39 -0400

As the disaster in the Gulf continues to unfold, the southeastern U.S. is preparing for the potential economic and environmental repercussions . . .

History Prof Leads Effort to Reform NC History Curriculum

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 13:55:45 -0400

Associate Professor of History Holly Brewer was recently featured in a National Humanities Center publication for her efforts to reform North Carolina's . . .

How We Age, How We Think

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 13:37:07 -0400

Dr. Tom Hess, professor of psychology, recently talked with Frank Stasio on WUNC-FM's The State of Things about his research related to older adults . . .

Hot Topic: Improving Communications To Fight Wildfires

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 08:29:50 -0400

Wildfires can be deadly, as well as causing millions of dollars worth of damage to homes, businesses and natural resources. Efforts to control wildfires . . .

It's Not You: Work IS Getting Worse

Tue, 13 Jul 2010 08:05:17 -0400

If you watch sitcoms from the 1950s, you’ll note that Ward Cleaver and the rest of the gang always seemed so pleased with themselves when they . . .

Music Department Director Earns Raleigh Medal of Arts

Fri, 09 Jul 2010 13:51:58 -0400

A composer, costume designer and cultural arts advocate with ties to NC State are among the 2010 winners of the Raleigh Medal of Arts, the city’s . . .

Hips Don't Lie: Researchers Find More Accurate Technique To Determine Sex Of Skeletal Remains

Tue, 06 Jul 2010 08:02:04 -0400

Research from NC State's Department of Sociology and Anthropology offers a new means of determining the sex of skeletal human remains – an . . .

Study Shows Age Doesn't Necessarily Affect Decisions

Tue, 29 Jun 2010 08:04:29 -0400

Many people believe that getting older means losing a mental edge, leading to poor decision-making. But a new study from NC State's Department of . . .

Sociologist Talks About Pride of Place in Food Production

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 10:50:14 -0400

Sociologist Sarah Bowen talked with host Frank Stasio on WUNC's The State of Things about pride of place in the production of our food.

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Moog to Chair Political Science

Mon, 21 Jun 2010 14:01:43 -0400

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Q&A with History Professor Blair Kelley

Mon, 21 Jun 2010 11:13:37 -0400

Blair Kelley, an associate professor of history at NC State, is the author of Right to Ride: Streetcar Boycotts and African American Citizenship in . . .

Stairway to 1911 Building

Fri, 18 Jun 2010 15:34:10 -0400

To paraphrase Led Zeppelin, there are three paths you can go by near the historic 1911 Building. With the addition of a new set of stairs this month, . . .

Byrum Named Assistant Dean

Tue, 15 Jun 2010 05:59:51 -0400

Betty Byrum assumed new duties June 1 as assistant dean for finance and administration in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences.

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Maxine Atkinson is the 2010 Carla B. Howery Award winner

Mon, 14 Jun 2010 16:01:28 -0400

"The 2010 Carla B. Howery Award for Developing Teacher-Scholars goes to Maxine P. Atkinson, Professor and Chair of the Department of Sociology and Anthropology . . .

Tequila And Cheese Offer Lessons For Rural Economies In Developing World

Mon, 14 Jun 2010 08:02:36 -0400

Tequila and cheese may sound like the makings of an awkward cocktail party, but sociologist Sarah Bowen's new research shows that they have a lot . . .

CSI Raleigh: NC State Holds National Forensic Science Workshop For Law Enforcement

Tue, 01 Jun 2010 13:47:35 -0400

Law enforcement officers from around the United States are coming to North Carolina State University to participate in a weeklong crime scene investigation . . .

Philanthropy Journal editor interviewed on NC People and The Nonprofit Coach

Thu, 27 May 2010 21:41:34 -0400

Todd Cohen, editor of the Philanthropy Journal, was interviewed on North Carolina People with William Friday on UNC-TV. . . .

The Sound of Solidarity

Wed, 19 May 2010 10:17:16 -0400

The News and Observer published an op ed by Journalism professor Bob Kochersberger about the NC Symphony musicians' recent salary cuts, and about . . .

Pack Promise Student Graduates With Promising Choices

Mon, 17 May 2010 16:45:57 -0400

Political science major and Pack Promise scholarship recipient Ericka Aiken is graduating with a promising future: Georgetown and Duke are just two . . .

English Prof Brings New Dimensions to Old Manuscripts

Mon, 17 May 2010 16:30:51 -0400

English professor Tim Stinson is using very modern means to make a 14th century poem available to scholars around the world.

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Fri, 14 May 2010 11:19:47 -0400

English Grad Rachel Wharton Wins 2010 James Beard Foundation Award in journalism

Thu, 13 May 2010 15:17:58 -0400

1994 NC State graduate Rachel Wharton has won one of the 2010 James Beard Foundation Awards in journalism for her food-related columns in Edible . . .

Skulls: Now More Of Them Can Speak

Thu, 13 May 2010 07:55:11 -0400

The skeletal remains of bygone societies have long been able to tell anthropologists a lot about their civilizations and way of life. However, . . .

New Forensics Research Will Help Identify Remains Of Children

Thu, 13 May 2010 07:43:41 -0400

New research from North Carolina State University is now giving forensic scientists a tool that can be used to help identify the remains of children, . . .

CHASS Students Continue to Lead Student Government

Tue, 11 May 2010 09:49:20 -0400

The slate of newly-elected NC State student body leaders is weighted heavily toward CHASS. Student government will be led in 2010-2011 by Kelly Hook . . .

Political Scientist Among NC State Experts Who Can Offer Insight On Fallout From Greek Economy

Tue, 11 May 2010 07:38:34 -0400

Greece is the focus of global attention as observers try to determine the economic, financial and political fallout stemming from instability in the . . .

An Open Letter to the University Campus from CHASS Dean Jeff Braden

Fri, 07 May 2010 13:22:22 -0400

As new Chancellor Randy Woodson takes the helm, CHASS Dean Jeff Braden says NC State should seize the opportunity to forge a new identity for the future. . . .

NC State Experts Can Offer Insight into Gulf Oil Spill

Tue, 04 May 2010 13:51:33 -0400

The recent British Petroleum oil spill will have a major environmental impact on the U.S. Gulf Coast, and beyond. CHASS faculty are among the North . . .

Survey: Hiding Risks Can Hurt Public Support For Nanotechnology

Tue, 04 May 2010 07:26:38 -0400

A new national survey on public attitudes toward medical applications and physical enhancements that rely on nanotechnology shows that support for the . . .

“My Kid Wouldn’t Do That” – Study Shows Parents’ Difficulty With Teen Sexuality

Mon, 03 May 2010 07:42:41 -0400

It can be difficult for parents of teenagers to come to terms with the fact their kids may have sex, particularly given widespread concerns about the . . .

NC State and Campbell Law Offer New Dual Degree Program

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 17:59:13 -0400

NC State and Campbell Law School will offer a dual degree in public administration and law beginning in the fall 2010. The new program will allow students . . .

Psych Major's Got Game

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 12:16:24 -0400

One of the ACC's top pitchers and the ace of the Wolfpack spent a recent afternoon helping 20 local children with disabilities experience the joys . . .

Study: Celebrity Endorsements Do Not Help Political Candidates

Mon, 26 Apr 2010 07:47:43 -0400

If you’re running for office – and want to shore up support from young voters – you want Hollywood’s support, right? Wrong. . . .

NC State focuses on renewable energy to kick off Engineering, Policy and Society Seminar Series

Wed, 21 Apr 2010 10:43:43 -0400

What: First event in NC State University's seminar series on Engineering, Policy and Society. The series, which will . . .

Research Lays Guidelines For Real World Scholarship

Tue, 13 Apr 2010 08:16:03 -0400

Academia is sometimes viewed as an “ivory tower” environment with little connection to the real world, but new research from North Carolina State . . .

Intensive Training for ROTC Students in India's Language and Culture

Thu, 08 Apr 2010 17:56:27 -0400

Thirteen NC State ROTC students spent Christmas break in India learning the language and culture through the Department . . .

Foreign Language Students Team with Peace Corps in World Map Project

Thu, 08 Apr 2010 17:50:25 -0400

A CHASS Foreign Language class is helping Peace Corps volunteers by providing French language translations of the World Map Project.

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Boning Up for Research

Thu, 01 Apr 2010 11:11:31 -0400

In the newly renovated Park Shops, students can dig into the past. CHASS faculty Ann Ross and Scott Fitzpatrick discuss how the anthropology labs provide . . .

Day By Day: Why We Forget To Take Our Medicine, And What We Can Do About It

Tue, 30 Mar 2010 12:19:53 -0400

For many people, remembering to take a daily medication can be the difference between life and death. Yet, people forget all the time. Now a landmark . . .

Day By Day: Why We Forget To Take Our Medicine, And What We Can Do About It

Tue, 30 Mar 2010 08:55:20 -0400

For many people, remembering to take a daily medication can be the difference between life and death. Yet, people forget all the time. Now a landmark . . .

Poli Sci Major Awarded 2010 Mathews Medal

Fri, 26 Mar 2010 11:07:09 -0400

Shanna Rose, a senior in political science, was awarded the Mathews Medal for her years of service as a member of Student Government and as a member . . .

CHASS Dean Among NC State Experts Who Can Address 'No Child Left Behind' Overhaul

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 08:47:13 -0400

North Carolina State University researchers can help explain the impact an overhaul of 'No Child Left Behind' may have on the nation's K-12 . . .

Wealth Buys Health -- Even In China

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 08:18:27 -0400

Studies in the United States have long shown that rich people tend to be healthier than poor people, and that this health gap between the haves and . . .

Laptop Revolution: New Class Design Saves Schools Money, Space

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 08:02:49 -0500

Universities around the country are struggling with shrinking budgets, even as they need to cater to the needs of an increasing number of students. . . .

College Development Director Named

Mon, 22 Feb 2010 11:58:03 -0500
Marcy Engler has been named Executive Director of Development for the College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHASS) at North Carolina State University, . . .

It's Who You Know: Black Football Coaches Face Hurdles

Mon, 22 Feb 2010 08:27:36 -0500
Why are there so few black coaches in big-time college football? New research from CHASS shows that it really does come down to who you know, and how well . . .

Greene selected as CHASS Outstanding Teacher

Mon, 15 Feb 2010 10:26:47 -0500

Congratulations to Steve Greene, who has been selected as CHASS Outstanding Teacher. Steven Greene is an Associate Professor of Political Science at . . .

NC State Hosts Author, Bush Adviser David Frum

Thu, 11 Feb 2010 08:11:35 -0500

What: North Carolina State University will host David Frum, best-selling author and adviser to former President George W. Bush, as part of its John . . .

Dean for a Day with Margaux Novak and Jeffrey Braden

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 14:11:09 -0500

Last Thursday, Jeffery Braden, dean of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences, switched places with Margaux Novak, a junior English major at . . .

CHASS Distinguished Alum Jack Cozort Honored

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 09:05:51 -0500

NC State University counted CHASS alumnus Jack Cozort among its distinguished alumni at the annual Evening of Stars gala. Eighteen NC State alumni . . .

Martha Crowley's research on Hispanics featured on NPR's Marketplace

Thu, 21 Jan 2010 16:18:52 -0500

NPR's Marketplace reported on Martha Crowley's research. The study showed that--contrary to popular stereotypes--poverty, unemployment, and . . .

Remembering Dr. Abe Holtzman

Thu, 21 Jan 2010 08:53:39 -0500

Remembering Dr. Abe Holtzman

Perhaps one of the greatest regrets I will have is that I never met Abe Holtzman. Professor Emeritus Holtzman . . .

Judges On Trial: How To Promote Judicial Accountability

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 07:57:01 -0500

Public employees have long been subject to performance reviews that evaluate how well they are performing their jobs. But can judges, public employees . . .

NC State, Philanthropy Journal Expand Resources for Nonprofits

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 12:49:26 -0500
The Institute for Nonprofits is incorporating the nationally recognized Philanthropy Journal as its newest program, effective this month. The move helps . . .

Haiti's Health Care Crisis Looms

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 12:35:56 -0500
Haiti's recent earthquake could bring severe public health calamities in the days and weeks to come, says Tom Birkland, professor of public policy . . .

Institute for Nonprofits Partners with National Association

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 12:23:17 -0500
The Chronicle of Philanthropy reports on a new partnership between NC State's Institute for Nonprofits and the American Society of Association Executives . . .

NC State Experts Can Offer Insight On Haiti Disaster

Wed, 13 Jan 2010 15:22:30 -0500

The eyes of the world are now focused on Haiti, and the effects of the recent earthquake disaster on the island nation are still unfolding. North Carolina . . .

CHASS Research May Help States Address Unfunded Retiree Liabilities

Wed, 13 Jan 2010 08:32:34 -0500

Research shows that, nationally, states are facing more than $550 billion in unfunded liabilities associated with health care and other non-pension . . .

Dr. Blair Kelley comments on Sen. Harry Reid- post on Salon.com

Mon, 11 Jan 2010 14:18:38 -0500

Read Dr. Kelley's recent post on Salon.com commenting on Sen Harry Reid's remarks about President Obama during the 2008 election.

Related . . .

Philanthropy Journal editor recognized for top blog

Wed, 06 Jan 2010 10:07:10 -0500

Philanthropy Journal Editor Todd Cohen was recently recognized by Stanford Social Innovation Review for writing one of the most popular blogs on philanthropy . . .

History Prof Kertesz Featured

Thu, 10 Dec 2009 09:54:24 -0500

NC State's Bulletin features History professor Judy Kertesz, who co-curated "IndiVisible: African-Native American Lives in the Americas," a new . . .

Debunking Fears: Latino Growth Does Not Boost Crime

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 08:02:08 -0500

Rural industries, such as meat-packing and textile manufacturing, create job opportunities that have brought significant numbers of Latino workers and . . .

New Data Support Use Of Instant Run-Off Voting

Thu, 03 Dec 2009 08:16:41 -0500

New data collected as part of a North Carolina State University study during the 2009 municipal election in Hendersonville, N.C., show that voters prefer . . .

SPIA Newsletter

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 12:20:54 -0500

Related Links:
http://spia.chass.ncsu.edu/news/documents/2009SPIANewsletter6.pdf
. . .

New York Times article highlights Steve McDonald's research on race and job leads

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 11:44:29 -0500

Steve McDonald's coauthored research (with Nan Lin and Dan Ao) on race inequality in access to job leads was mentioned in a front page article in . . .

NC State Lecturer, Adviser, Honored by Raleigh

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 10:56:36 -0500

Melinda "Mindy" Sopher, an academic adviser and lecturer for NC State University, recently had a day of her own in Raleigh.

Mayor Charles Meeker . . .

Political Scientist Joins Foundation for Ethics in Public Service Board

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 14:06:05 -0500

The Foundation for Ethics in Public Service has appointed Andrew J. Taylor, Chair and Professor of Political Science at NC State's School of Public . . .

History Professor Judy Kertész: Co-curates New Exhibit at Smithsonian National Museum of the American Indian

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 16:31:37 -0500

Judy Kertész is one of the co-curators of IndiVisible: African-Native Lives in the Americas, a new exhibit opening Friday, November 13, at the . . .

Comm Grad is a CNN Hero

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 13:00:11 -0500

How do you go from pouring cosmos to providing clean water for people in impoverished countries? Ask Doc Hendley (Communication, '04), who has been . . .

The Secret HIstory of Science Fiction

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 08:07:44 -0500
A new anthology, The Secret History of Science Fiction, edited by NCSU Professor John Kessel and by James Patrick Kelly, has just been published . . .

CHASS Forensics Expert Helps Solve Crimes

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 21:03:05 -0500

A front-page Raleigh News and Observer article focuses on CHASS faculty member and forensics expert Ann Ross. She was called in to help identify . . .

Ed Funkhouser: Voice of the Wolfpack

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 17:11:07 -0500

Ed Funkhouser really knows how to work a crowd.

He does it every Saturday in the fall when NC State plays a home football game at Carter-Finley . . .

Chart Junk? How Pictures May Help Make Graphs Better

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 16:53:29 -0500
A study co-authored by Psychology Department Head Doug Gillan indicates that those highly embellished graphs and charts in USA Today and other media outlets . . .

Kevin Howell Named Interim Head of Alumni Relations

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 13:30:10 -0400
Kevin Howell has been named interim associate vice chancellor for alumni relations and executive director of the NC State University Alumni Association.

In . . .

CSI in a Virtual World

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 16:42:48 -0400
Imagine using the same process that goes into building video games to help investigators solve real-world crimes. Through a new grant, that's what . . .

Post-Racial?

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 16:32:13 -0400

Psychology Professor Rupert Nacoste says we are not in a post-racial era, we are in the midst of a period of interracial transition.

Related . . .

Speaking In Tongues: Language, Culture and the Future of the Military

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 15:43:35 -0400
NC State's Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures will use a grant funded by the U.S. Department of Defense to create a hub for teaching future . . .

Study: Parenthood Makes Moms More Liberal, Dads More Conservative

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 15:31:33 -0400
Parenthood is pushing mothers and fathers in opposite directions on political issues associated with social welfare, from health care to education, according . . .

What Did You Learn to be in School Today?

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 15:25:51 -0400
A team of researchers at NC State, led by Associate Professor of Communication Sarah Stein, recently received a $1.8 million grant from the National Science . . .

Study Offers Lessons for Obama Regarding Iraq

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 15:16:09 -0400
A new study by CHASS political scientists Michael Cobb and Bill Boettcher shows that Bush administration attempts to "frame" casualties from the Iraq War . . .

Volunteer Fair January 21

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 12:22:40 -0400
The NC State Social Work Department Volunteer/Career Fair will be held on Thursday, January 21, 2:00-4:00 PM at the Talley Student Center Ballroom, . . .

Summer 2009 CHASS Newsletter

Thu, 20 Aug 2009 16:58:39 -0400
Summer 2009 CHASS Newsletter

AAUP Names New Editor for Academe Magazine

Tue, 18 Aug 2009 12:24:40 -0400
The American Association of University Professors (AAUP) has named Cat Warren, an associate professor of English, as editor of its faculty magazine, Academe.

Preserving Nom Poetry and Language

Mon, 03 Aug 2009 10:54:04 -0400
CHASS Poet John Balaban is the subject of a Vietnamese state television video describing his work to preserve the Nom language and culture.

Related . . .

Moonshine Movie

Mon, 03 Aug 2009 10:46:10 -0400
Neal Hutcheson (Film Studies '92) distilled the art of making moonshine into an Emmy-winning documentary. "The Last One" features one-of-a-kind bootlegger . . .

Disney's Next Generation

Mon, 03 Aug 2009 10:43:16 -0400
CHASS major Morgan McCormick was part of an interdisciplinary team from NC State students who made it to the finals in Disney's ImagiNations Design . . .

Grant Funds Program on Politics, Law and the Economy

Mon, 03 Aug 2009 10:28:01 -0400
The Department of Political Science has received a five-year, $700,000 grant, to be shared with the Department of Economics. The grant from the John W. . . .

Think Memory Worsens With Age? Then Yours Probably Will

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 11:25:33 -0400
Thinking your memory will get worse as you get older may actually be a self-fulfilling prophecy. Professor of Psychology Tom Hess and a team of researchers . . .

Musicologist Shares the Sounds of Suriname

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 09:23:55 -0400
Musicologist Jonathan Kramer has traveled the world in search of endangered poems, songs, music, and languages. He recently joined Frank Stasio on WUNC's . . .

Study Shows Long-Term Gay Couples Want Legal Rights, Regardless of Marriage

Mon, 01 Jun 2009 15:21:47 -0400
New research from the Department of Sociology and Anthropology shows that gay and lesbian couples are forming long-term, committed relationships, even . . .

CSI Raleigh: College Holds Forensic Science Workshop for Law Enforcement

Mon, 01 Jun 2009 13:55:00 -0400
Law enforcement officers from around the region are coming to NC State to participate in a weeklong crime scene investigation workshop cosponsored by the . . .

Governor Announces Student Government Internships

Wed, 20 May 2009 09:51:03 -0400
Governor Bev Perdue named six CHASS majors among the 100 North Carolina college, graduate, and law students she announced who will fill 10-week summer . . .

Religious Studies Professor Earns High Honor

Mon, 11 May 2009 11:34:01 -0400
Professor of Religious Studies William Adler has received the Alexander Quarles Holladay Medal for Excellence from NC State's Board of Trustees in . . .

John Kessel Wins Nebula Award

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 14:57:32 -0400
English Professor John Kessel has won the prestigious Nebula Award for Best Novelette for 'Pride and Prometheus,' a tale involving characters from . . .

Three Foreign Language Fulbright Teaching Assistants Coming to CHASS

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 13:08:14 -0400
One will travel from India to teach Urdu. Another will come from Bangladesh to teach Bengali. And a third will arrive from Afghanistan to teach Persian. . . .

CHASS Studies Abroad this Summer

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 13:04:27 -0400
CHASS faculty will lead 14 study abroad programs this summer and participate in several additional programs with other colleges. Programs span the globe . . .

Maxine Atkinson Wins UNC System Teaching Excellence Award

Wed, 15 Apr 2009 14:01:25 -0400
Dr. Maxine P. Atkinson, professor of sociology and head of the Department of Sociology and Anthropology, has been honored with an Award for Excellence . . .

People Make Quick Judgments About Dialects

Tue, 07 Apr 2009 15:51:16 -0400
Language may be the last unacknowledged prejudice, according to CHASS sociolinguist Walt Wolfram. On the basis of voice, Wolfram says we make assumptions . . .

Three CHASS Students Honored for Service and Leadership

Tue, 07 Apr 2009 15:47:26 -0400
All three recipients of the university's Mathews Medal are CHASS majors this year. The medal is reserved for graduating NC State seniors who have built . . .

States That Vote Early — and Right — Can Reap Benefits

Tue, 07 Apr 2009 13:28:29 -0400
New research by Andy Taylor, chair of the Department of Political Science, shows that states may have good reason to push for early presidential primaries . . .

Social Work Conference Focuses on Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder

Tue, 31 Mar 2009 13:58:23 -0400
"The quality of understanding about the stigma that veterans and others with PTSD experience was remarkable. Speaker after speaker spoke about destigmatizing . . .

The So and So Series

Wed, 25 Mar 2009 14:21:02 -0400
Two English Department lecturers are organizing a new reading series in Raleigh. The So and So Reading Series . . .

CHASS Graduate Students Shine at Research Symposium

Tue, 24 Mar 2009 16:24:49 -0400
Nearly 140 NC State graduate students shared their research at this month's fourth annual Graduate Student Research Symposium. CHASS was well-represented . . .

Heidi Hobbs Heads CHASS International Programs

Fri, 20 Mar 2009 11:08:28 -0400

Interim Dean Jeff Braden has named Dr. Heidi Hobbs to serve as CHASS Director of International Programs. Hobbs will chair the college’s international . . .

Wolfpack Speaks Public Speaking Contest

Fri, 20 Mar 2009 11:04:47 -0400
Cameron Hendricks, a senior in Mechanical Engineering, took the top prize in the second annual "Wolfpack Speaks" public speaking tournament held by the . . .

Political Scientist Briefs Congressional Nanotechnology Committee

Tue, 17 Mar 2009 15:55:18 -0400

Prof. Michael Cobb joined Michael M. Crow, president of Arizona State University, and 12 other recognized scholars studying societal implications of . . .

Political Scientist's Book Explores Environmental Regulations

Tue, 17 Mar 2009 15:41:52 -0400

Assistant Professor of Political Science Lada V. Kochtcheeva explores how policy actors in the United States and Russia have developed flexible incentive-based . . .

International Studies Professor Honored

Tue, 17 Mar 2009 15:40:26 -0400

A dissertation written by Seth Murray, a faculty member in International Studies, was recognized as the best of the year. The award was coordinated . . .

McCall Receives Guggenheim Grant

Tue, 17 Mar 2009 15:34:15 -0400

Dr. Patty McCall, professor of sociology, has received a grant from the Harry Frank Guggenheim Foundation that will fund an 18-month study examining . . .

American Psychology and Law Society

Tue, 10 Mar 2009 09:11:14 -0400

Ginnie Aldige presented with Brad Ray "Criminal Justice Outcomes of a Mental Health Court" at the American Psychology and Law Society meeting in San Antonio, March 6, 2009.

Written in Stone

Thu, 05 Mar 2009 08:27:46 -0500
Step outside Winston Hall, the 1911 Building, or Withers Hall, and you'll be walking on some very important people. Well, on their names, anyway. The . . .

February 2009 E-Newsletter

Mon, 16 Feb 2009 09:25:04 -0500

February 2009 CHASS-Newsletter .

Will U.S. policy toward Cuba finally change?

Tue, 10 Feb 2009 10:36:51 -0500

U.S. policy toward Cuba has been frozen since the 1960s. What are the prospects for change? Nicholas Robins, history, featured in Q section.

CHASS Dean’s Search Update

Tue, 10 Feb 2009 10:24:59 -0500

The Provost’s office has named four finalists for the CHASS dean position. As part of their campus interviews, the candidates will give public presentations . . .

First Year Writing Program Awarded Certificate of Excellence

Sat, 31 Jan 2009 17:47:38 -0500

The NC State First Year Writing Program (FYWP)has been awarded a Writing Program Certificate of Excellence by the Conference on College Composition . . .

Tequila Boom Triggers Hangover in Mexico

Thu, 29 Jan 2009 14:24:05 -0500

Tequila Boom Triggers Social, Environmental Hangover in Mexico

The DNA Behind the Poem

Fri, 09 Jan 2009 15:03:45 -0500

http://chronicle.com/weekly/v55/i18/18a00604.htm

The Fascinating Aging Mind

Mon, 05 Jan 2009 11:11:20 -0500
The mind is a terrible thing to waste. And an incredible thing to study. Learn how members of the Department of Psychology are probing the mind's capacity . . .

History Prof Discusses Critical Union Vote

Thu, 18 Dec 2008 00:00:00 -0500

http://wunc.org/tsot/archive/the-state-of-the-union/view

A Cohabitation of Religions

Mon, 15 Dec 2008 01:00:00 -0500

http://newsweek.washingtonpost.com/postglobal/islamsadvance/2008/12/a_cohabitation_of_religions.html#more

Study Shows Impact of High Blood Pressure on Ederly

Mon, 15 Dec 2008 00:00:00 -0500

http://news.ncsu.edu/news/2008/12/wmsallairebp.php

Nonprofits have little regulation in N.C.

Tue, 02 Dec 2008 01:00:00 -0500

http://www.wral.com/news/local/story/4065938/

Teaching Tool Helps Students Analyze Online Research Materials

Tue, 02 Dec 2008 00:00:00 -0500

http://news.ncsu.edu/news/2008/12/wmssmconlineinfo.php

Hybrid Cars May Be Too Quiet for Pedestrian Safety

Fri, 14 Nov 2008 00:00:00 -0500

http://www.hfes.org/web/Default.aspx