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Students sit at tables while participating in the Civics Bee.

Jun 29, 2026

NC State Brings Together North Carolina’s Top Young Civic Leaders

NC State’s Department of Public Administration welcomed North Carolina’s top middle school civic leaders to campus June 16 for the North Carolina State Finals of the National Civics Bee.

an american flag flies in front of a government building with large marble pillars

Jun 1, 2026

How the Dobbs Decision Continues to Shape U.S. Politics

A new analysis highlights how the Dobbs decision is reshaping the U.S. political landscape.
Memorial Belltower

May 21, 2026

Mathay Selected for Social Cohesion Study Tour

A faculty member in the School of Public and International Affairs will participate in an international program exploring workforce development, public service delivery, education systems and community resilience.
Steven Greene at his podium on the set of Jeopardy!

May 7, 2026

Putting His Knowledge to the Test

The tables will turn for Steven Greene, a professor of political science, when he’s the one who has to provide the answers — in the form of a question, of course — as a contestant on the May 11 episode of Jeopardy!.
Matthews Medalists pose for the camera

May 6, 2026

Three CHASS Students Receive 2026 Matthews Medal

As the highest non-academic distinction awarded to NC State students, the Mathews Medal honors graduating seniors who have served as student leaders and made significant contributions to the advancement of the university.
Tonya Henderson Gatling, the student speaker for NC State's spring 2026 commencement ceremony.

May 4, 2026

Graduating on Her Time

CHASS student Tonya Henderson Gatling is graduating from NC State more than 30 years after starting her journey as a student. She’s sharing her story as student commencement speaker.
a charging cable is plugged into the port of an electric car

Mar 31, 2026

Electric Cars Can Make Power Grids More Reliable (and Earn Owners Money) – So Why Aren’t We Doing That?

A new study details the barriers to adopting the vehicle-to-grid model and outlines possible paths forward for this technology. Assistant professor Serena Kim explains.
Gambia Learning Trip

Mar 17, 2026

CHASS Students Gain Global Leadership Experience in The Gambia

Four CHASS students traveled to The Gambia for an immersive experiential learning trip, mentoring local girls and gaining hands-on experience in leadership, cultural exchange and global engagement.

A man in a military uniform stands behind a microphone.

Jan 29, 2026

Stepping Down, and Ramping Up

Maj. Gen. Allen Boyette, an assistant vice chancellor for Campus Operations and Maintenance, has resigned from the U.S. Army after 37 years of service. He’ll continue in his position on campus, along with his studies in the Public Administration Ph.D. program.
photo shows a city street flooded; crosswalks can be seen underwater

Jan 7, 2026

How to Make Communities More Resilient to Climate Change

A new strategy lays out how local governments can limit adverse impacts of climate change on their communities. Co-authors Christopher Galik and Georgina Sanchez explain.