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Nov 29, 2021

Study of African American Language Wins Prestigious Linguistics Award

A research team led by William C. Friday Distinguished University Professor Walt Wolfram has been honored for its unprecedented research on how language changes during the first 20 years of life. 
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Nov 22, 2021

Transforming Research in Arabic-Based Languages

An interdisciplinary team of NC State researchers is developing the largest searchable database of Arabic documents. 
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Nov 18, 2021

Study Highlights Challenges, Strategies for Students Recovering from Alcoholism

The study from NC State communication professor Lynsey Romo sheds light on uncertainties college students grapple with while trying to maintain their sobriety. 
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Nov 16, 2021

New Tool Assesses How Well People Read Kids’ Emotions

The new technique, developed by NC State psychologists, shows that adults are often wrong when assessing the emotions of children. 
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Nov 10, 2021

Wolfpack Writers: Mary Ruth Barnes

We caught up with English alumna Mary Ruth Barnes to learn more about her historical fiction novel "Little Bird." 
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Nov 8, 2021

Clare Jordan Named 2021 Distinguished Alumna

For 28 years, Clare Jordan has been working with nonprofits and sharing the joy of generosity, earning her special recognition for alumni of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences. 
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Nov 5, 2021

Study IDs Strategies to Help Recovering Alcoholics

NC State communication researchers find six strategies recovering alcoholics use to negotiate social situations and remain sober. 
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Nov 3, 2021

Two Alums, One Goal: Making a Difference in International Relations

NC State Master of International Studies grads Elmas Hasanovikj and Daniel Mayeda delve into defense on a global stage. 
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Oct 28, 2021

Social Work Intern Advocates for People Facing Mental Health Challenges

Meet senior social work major Mina Ouanvilay, an intern at the Wake County affiliate of the National Alliance for Mental Illness. 
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Oct 26, 2021

Commanding Respect

NC State political science alumnus Gen. Anthony Cotton recently became the first Black man to lead the U.S. Air Force’s Global Strike Command, which encompasses more than 33,000 service members as well as the branch’s arsenal of intercontinental ballistic missiles and bomber aircrafts.