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Mar 6, 2024

What Drives ‘Drug-Induced Homicide’ Prosecutions in North Carolina?

A new study co-authored by Assistant Professor of Anthropology Jennifer Carroll finds the desire to reduce overdose deaths is spurring DIH prosecutions. However, the evidence suggests it may be harming public health. 

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Aug 22, 2023

Police Involvement May Hamstring Overdose Outreach Efforts

The study, co-authored by assistant professor of anthropology Jennifer Carroll, raises concerns that law enforcement’s involvement in post-overdose outreach efforts may undermine their effectiveness. 

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Sep 1, 2021

One Way Some Drug Prosecutions May Be Hurting Public Health

A new study suggests “drug-induced homicide” laws can exacerbate public health problems. 

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Apr 30, 2021

Meet Jennifer Carroll, Medical Anthropologist

Jennifer Carroll's research interests investigate how drug policy impacts real people. 

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Mar 25, 2021

Inside Oberlin Village: An Interview with Dru McGill

Anthropology professor Dru McGill discusses the collaborative opportunity to explore Oberlin Village, just blocks away from campus. 

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Nov 12, 2020

Wolfpack Writers: Nora Haenn

We caught up with anthropology and international studies professor Nora Haenn to learn more about her book "Marriage After Migration." 

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Oct 27, 2020

Faculty and Academic Advisor Spotlight: Alison Greene

Alison Greene, who has taught courses at NC State since 2009, brings passion, enthusiasm and yoga skills to the classroom. 

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Oct 19, 2020

Fall 2020 M.A. in Anthropology

NC State's M.A. in Anthropology program offers specializations in archaeology, biological anthropology and cultural anthropology. 

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Sep 24, 2020

Meet New Department Head Dr. Troy Case

Troy Case started his tenure as department head in July 2020.