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Sep 29, 2023

How Racism Shapes Black Motherhood in the U.S.

A new study authored by assistant professor of sociology Mia Brantley, underscores how being a Black mother in the U.S. involves navigating aspects of parenthood that are explicitly tied to dealing with racism.

four young women of different races sit on a bench on a busy street.

Sep 19, 2023

How Education, Work and Motherhood Shape Women’s Life ‘Pathways’

The researchers, including associate professor of sociology Anna Manzoni, found seven “pathways” that illustrate the way major life events can have long-term ripple effects for women.

Apr 25, 2023

How You Can Take Advantage of the Office of Undergraduate Research

The Office of Undergraduate Research offers opportunities for undergraduates to become involved with research happening on campus.

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Sep 29, 2021

On The (Job) Hunt

Human resources professionals are tracking your online and social media presence. Think you know what they’re looking for? Take our quiz designed by sociology professor Steve McDonald.

cover of "Marriage After Migration"

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

Food Security in Raleigh: Applying What I Learned in the Classroom

Anthropology major Shelby Feirstein interviews professor Sarah Bowen to get an inside look at food security — and to learn how academics and the real world intersect.

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Oct 27, 2020

In the Field: Interning with the District Attorney’s Office in Wake County

Criminology major Amber Dover reflects on her hands-on internship in the criminal justice system — and plans for after graduation.

cover of "Pressure Cooker"

Feb 12, 2020

Wolfpack Writers: Sarah Bowen

We caught up with sociology professor Sarah Bowen to learn more about her book "Pressure Cooker: Why Home Cooking Won’t Solve Our Problems and What We Can Do About It."

Jun 25, 2018

Ethnographic Field School in Guatemala

NC State’s Ethnographic Field School teaches students about the environmental, socio-economic and cultural impacts of tourism for a quarter century.

Feb 4, 2016

The Archaeology of Prehistoric Climate Change

Archaeologists have long been concerned about the effects of past climactic events, especially how these events may have influenced human decision-making processes.