Change Your State

Undergraduate students work on a university boat taking water samples at CMAST

Jul 11, 2025

Innovation Meets the Ocean: Create Solutions That Matter

NC State students are invited to dive into MEA 493/591 this fall, a hands-on course designing real-world solutions to ocean and coastal sustainability challenges.

A Live@Lake Raleigh spring event provides a social outdoor venue on Centennial Campus. Photo by Becky Kirkland.

Jul 1, 2025

How to Host a More Sustainable Summer Cookout

Easy tips to make your gathering more sustainable—from reducing waste to sourcing local food.

The Belltower is framed with spring flowers on a warm May afternoon. Photo by Becky Kirkland.

May 5, 2025

Student and Staff Honored for Sustainability and Service Excellence

The City of Raleigh and NC State honors student and staff for outstanding contributions in sustainability, service and innovation.

Man and women bike on boardwalk at the park.

May 5, 2025

May is Bike Month at NC State

May is Bike Month at NC State and the perfect time to try pedal-powered transportation.

Apr 29, 2025

Sustainability Fund Grants Award $199,000 to 14 Campus Projects

Fourteen sustainability projects have been awarded a combined $199,000 through the NC State Sustainability Fund for the 2025-2026 academic year.

Apr 22, 2025

Meet the 2025 Sustainability Award Winners

Winners of the 2025 NC State Sustainability Awards were announced at the Celebration of Sustainability on April 22.

Mar 31, 2025

Food Animal Initiative Launches New Leadership

The Food Animal Initiative has named six leaders to head its five platforms aimed to further develop the future of the food animal industry.

The NC State belltower stands, surrounded by blooms of spring. Photo by Marc Hall.

Mar 24, 2025

April is Earth Month at NC State

April is Earth Month at NC State. From April 1 – 30, NC State will buzz with over 60 sustainability-related events including fairs, workshops, concerts, service opportunities and outdoor activities.…

Mar 20, 2025

‘You Can Always Give Back’: Pitching In To Keep the Pack Fed

Suzanne Williams grew up in Nova Scotia, among the hardworking people of Canada’s east coast. That’s where she learned the importance of creating a thriving community. “Where I grew up, everybody took care of everybody,” Williams says. “It doesn’t have to be any great initiative; it’s just, if I have a little extra, I’ll give…

Mar 19, 2025

Wrapping Up ASB in Western N.C.

In their final days of recovery work, NC State students participating in an Alternative Service Break trip to western North Carolina spent time with individuals and aid organizations that have been vital in helping the area recover from Hurricane Helene.