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Sep 23, 2019

Study Abroad Spotlight: Megan Hern

Political science major Megan Hern spent a semester studying abroad in Oxford, United Kingdom. Learn more about her experience.

Sep 17, 2019

NC State Staff Find Perfect Fit in MALS Program

NC State's Master of Arts in Liberal Studies (MALS) program is giving staff the flexibility to design a course track that suits their needs and interests.

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Sep 10, 2019

Study Sheds Light on How the Justice System Can Affect Physical, Mental Health

New research from NC State sociologist April Fernandes finds that being convicted of a crime is associated with a decline in health, even if there’s no jail time.

Photo of Megan Wong in front of Stonehenge

Sep 9, 2019

Study Abroad Spotlight: Megan Wong

Psychology major Megan Wong spent a semester studying abroad in Oxford, United Kingdom. Learn more about her experience.

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Aug 14, 2019

‘Growth Mindset’ Intervention Boosts Confidence and Persistence in Entrepreneurship Students

Research from NC State psychologist Jeni Burnette finds that low-cost classroom intervention aimed at fostering a growth mindset gives students more confidence in their entrepreneurship abilities.

Jul 29, 2019

Interventions Aimed At Parents And Kids Boost Safe Sex Practices

A new study from NC State psychologists shows that interventions involving parents and children lead to safer sexual practices.

Jul 25, 2019

We Are the Wolfpack: Meet Frank Perry

School of Public and International Affairs professor and law enforcement veteran Frank Perry embraces an opportunity to help prevent innocent people from being incarcerated.

Jul 22, 2019

When You Spot One Driving Hazard, You May Be Missing Another

Research from NC State psychologists finds that when drivers notice one traffic hazard, they are less likely to see a simultaneous second hazard.

View of sunrise from near the summit of Mount Everest.

Jun 4, 2019

Communication Alumna Scales Mount Everest in Record Time

NC State alumna Roxanne Vogel trained and worked in a low-oxygen chamber for three months before scaling the world's highest peak in record time.

May 29, 2019

The Message That Addiction Is a Disease Makes Substance Users Less Likely to Seek Help

Research from NC State psychologists finds that people with substance-use problems who read a message describing addiction as a disease are less likely to report wanting to engage in effective therapies, compared to those who read a message that addiction behaviors are subject to change.