In The Community

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!.

Jim Clark is recognized by Gov. Josh Stein during his induction into the Order of the Long Leaf Pine.

Mar 13, 2026

Clark Inducted Into Order of the Long Leaf Pine

Jim Clark, an English professor emeritus, member of the national 4-H Hall of Fame and recipient of the Caldwell Award for the Humanities, has earned the state’s highest honor for service.

Feb 25, 2026

Alumna Builds Raleigh Shared Kitchen to Help Bakers Launch Businesses

CHASS alumna Allison Vick founded a shared kitchen for aspiring bakers that demonstrates how human-centered thinking can turn creative ambition into a hub for creativity, entrepreneurship and community impact.

Martin Luther King, Jr. addressing a crowd in Rocky Mount, N.C. in 1962.

Jan 19, 2026

Miller’s Origin of a Dream Documentary To Be Screened Thursday

Researched and produced by NC State English Distinguished Professor Jason Miller, the hour-long documentary will be shown Thursday, Jan. 22, at the Hunt Library auditorium on Centennial Campus.

Oct 30, 2025

One ImPACKful Week of Service

One hundred and twenty CHASS volunteers partnered with five food-related nonprofits during Human Factor Service Week to combat food insecurity, serve community and strengthen hands-on learning.

Four student coordinators sit together on a couch and chairs at the LGBTQ Pride Center at NC State. They're holding up the wolf ears hand symbol.

Oct 7, 2025

Celebrate the Past and Future of Pride

Meet students in NC State’s LGBTQ Pride Center who are helping to lead festivities for LGBTQ+ History Month, and learn how you can take part.

Tate Paulette and Les Stewart pour milled barley into a brewing vessel.

Sep 26, 2025

Tasting History

NC State history professor Tate Paulette and Trophy Brewing’s Les Stewart teamed up to recreate 4,500-year-old Mesopotamian beer, giving modern drinkers a taste of Sumerian culture.

Aug 26, 2025

Creative Collaboration

The College of Humanities and Social Sciences partnered with film studies alumnus Kieran Moreia to create an anthem video that showcases the impact of the college and how it empowers students to turn insight and empathy into real-world action.

Aug 22, 2025

CHASS Unveils Mural Celebrating Creativity, Human Connection

A new mural in Caldwell Hall Lounge highlights the transformative power of the humanities and social sciences, capturing the College of Humanities and Social Sciences’ impact on students, society and the human experience.

Apr 23, 2025

CHASS Debuts The Human Factor Speaker Series with Alton Brown

NC State’s College of Humanities and Social Sciences is proud to announce The Human Factor, a premier speaker series exploring human-centered solutions to complex problems. The series’ inaugural event will feature acclaimed chef, author and TV personality Alton Brown.