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Technician
Technician - The News Site of NC State University

Technician
Technician - The News Site of NC State University

Technician
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Incoming freshman and parents walking around campus on Wednesday July 24, 2013.

[Photo] Student Orientation kicks off Monday; 4,300 set to attend

Jun 18, 2014
Incoming freshman and parents walking around campus on Wednesday July 24, 2013.

A lawsuit has been filed in regards to the sale of the Hoffman Forest. The lawsuit was filed at the Wake County Courthouse. Photo taken on Sept. 30, 2013.

Confederate flag waves in the wind at the Confederate Cemetery within Oakwood Cemetery Oct. 27, 2013.

[Photo] Confederate cemetery memorializes a hazy past

Nov 13, 2013
A lawsuit has been filed in regards to the sale of the Hoffman Forest. The lawsuit was filed at the Wake County Courthouse. Photo taken on Sept. 30, 2013.

[Photo] Hofmann Forest lawsuit continues after court hearing

Nov 13, 2013
Pantana Bobs, a popular destination for N.C. State's students, will be closing after Homecoming Weekend. It will be closed until relocation. Photo by Alex Cao.

[Photo] Pantana Bob’s to close after 25 years on Hillsborough

Nov 1, 2013
A lawsuit has been filed in regards to the sale of the Hoffman Forest. The lawsuit was filed at the Wake County Courthouse. Photo taken on Sept. 30, 2013.

A lawsuit has been filed in regards to the sale of the Hoffman Forest. The lawsuit was filed at the Wake County Courthouse. Photo taken on Sept. 30, 2013.

[Photo] Sale of Hofmann Forest leads to legal battle

Oct 4, 2013
Electronic cigarettes are the new alternative to smoking. Users inhale water vapor instead of smoke, which seems healthier. A recent study has found that electronic ciagarettes may have more health problems than advertisers want to share.

Electronic cigarettes are the new alternative to smoking. Users inhale water vapor instead of smoke, which seems healthier. A recent study has found that electronic ciagarettes may have more health problems than advertisers want to share.

[Photo] E-cigarette use rises among college students, may lead to health problems

Sep 12, 2013
DJ Paypal preforms at the Pour House Thursday, Sept. 5, as a part of Hopscotch. 

DJ Paypal preforms at the Pour House Thursday, Sept. 5, as a part of Hopscotch. 

[Photo] Hopscotch Music Festival delivers

Sep 9, 2013
Packapalooza 2013 happened on Saturday, August 24. This is right at the Belltower and is also the beginning to all the Packapalooza had to offer. This event was open to the public and to all ages.

Packapalooza 2013 happened on Saturday, August 24. This is right at the Belltower and is also the beginning to all the Packapalooza had to offer. This event was open to the public and to all ages.

[Photo] Packapalooza: successful again

Aug 26, 2013
Moral Monday on July 29, 2013 had its largest turnout since the weekly protests began. Teachers were among the majority as recent budget cuts have eliminated pay raises.

Moral Monday on July 29, 2013 had its largest turnout since the weekly protests began. Teachers were among the majority as recent budget cuts have eliminated pay raises.

[Photo] Moral Mondays’ fitting finale

Jul 31, 2013
The Fantastic Sky Race, created by The Balloon Boys (Joe Lawson, Justin T. Philips, and Jordan Deva) in 2011. The Balloon Boys are all students of N.C. State's College of Design.

[Photo] RPA curates art outside the gallery

Jul 25, 2013
Raleigh Brewing Company’s tasting room has a wide selection of beers. Root beer is brewed on site and sold as well as other non-alcoholic beverages.

Raleigh Brewing Company’s tasting room has a wide selection of beers. Root beer is brewed on site and sold as well as other non-alcoholic beverages.

[Photo] New brewery strives to stand out

Jul 11, 2013
The N.C. State fashion show Art 2 Wear took place in the Court of North Carolina Thursday, April 25, 2013.

The N.C. State fashion show Art 2 Wear took place in the Court of North Carolina Thursday, April 25, 2013.

The N.C. State fashion show Art 2 Wear took place in the Court of North Carolina Thursday, April 25, 2013.

The N.C. State fashion show Art 2 Wear took place in the Court of North Carolina Thursday, April 25, 2013.

The N.C. State fashion show Art 2 Wear took place in the Court of North Carolina Thursday, April 25, 2013.

The N.C. State fashion show Art 2 Wear took place in the Court of North Carolina Thursday, April 25, 2013.

The N.C. State fashion show Art 2 Wear took place in the Court of North Carolina Thursday, April 25, 2013.

The N.C. State fashion show Art 2 Wear took place in the Court of North Carolina Thursday, April 25, 2013.

The N.C. State fashion show Art 2 Wear took place in the Court of North Carolina Thursday, April 25, 2013.

The N.C. State fashion show Art 2 Wear took place in the Court of North Carolina Thursday, April 25, 2013.

[Photo] Art 2 Wear

Apr 25, 2013
Giovanni Ciccotti, Professor of Structure of Matter from the University of Roma, talks about Molecular Dynamics simulation. Molecular Dynamics refers to the movements between atoms and molecules. This event took place in Riddick Hall on Wednesday April 24.

Giovanni Ciccotti, Professor of Structure of Matter from the University of Roma, talks about Molecular Dynamics simulation. Molecular Dynamics refers to the movements between atoms and molecules. This event took place in Riddick Hall on Wednesday April 24.

[Photo] Finding life in molecular dynamics

Apr 25, 2013
Vikram Rao, Executive Director of the Research Triangle Energy Consortium and member of the N.C. Mining and Energy Commision speaks with an audience member after the questionnaire panel. Hydraulic Fracturing in North Carolina was the main topic at this panel discussion. The event took place in the Golden LEAF Biomanufacturing Training and Education Center on Tuesday April 23.

[Photo] Panel confers fracking effects

Apr 23, 2013
Vikram Rao, Executive Director of the Research Triangle Energy Consortium and member of the N.C. Mining and Energy Commision speaks with an audience member after the questionnaire panel. Hydraulic Fracturing in North Carolina was the main topic at this panel discussion. The event took place in the Golden LEAF Biomanufacturing Training and Education Center on Tuesday April 23.

Rebecca Rothney is the founder and chairperson of Pack for a Purpose. Pack for a Purpose is a nonprofit group that enables travelers to help bring supplies to their travel destinations and help their local communities. Pack for a Purpose has many locations that have their own projects and supplies that are needed. This is her at her workstation on Thursday April 4.

[Photo] Raleigh nonprofit connects travelers to the needy

Apr 23, 2013
Ricky Hopper, sophomore in computer science, has built his own guitar. "I wasn't satisfied with any guitar out there and wanted something unique," says Hopper.

Ricky Hopper, sophomore in computer science, has built his own guitar. "I wasn't satisfied with any guitar out there and wanted something unique," says Hopper.

[Photo] Undergrad builds his own electric guitar

Apr 21, 2013
George Chandler, junior in mechanical engineering, talks about creating stronger organic solar cells at N.C. State's Undergraduate Research Symposium. The event took place at the Mckimmon Center on wednesday April 10, 2013. "I want to find out a way to make these solar cells stronger", says George.

[Photo] Capping off a year of student research

Apr 11, 2013
George Chandler, junior in mechanical engineering, talks about creating stronger organic solar cells at N.C. State's Undergraduate Research Symposium. The event took place at the Mckimmon Center on wednesday April 10, 2013. "I want to find out a way to make these solar cells stronger", says George.

Shawn Hoch, associate director of dining services, and Joanna Minett, marketing and communications manager, gave a tour of the On The Oval Culinary Creations, which is still under construction. The new dining location on Centennial Campus will include various eateries that will serve salads, deli, pizza, rotisserie, asian and foods right off the grill. There will also be a diner that will be open early and stay open late.

[Photo] Centennial Campus anticipates new dining hall

Apr 11, 2013
Shawn Hoch, associate director of dining services, and Joanna Minett, marketing and communications manager, gave a tour of the On The Oval Culinary Creations, which is still under construction. The new dining location on Centennial Campus will include various eateries that will serve salads, deli, pizza, rotisserie, asian and foods right off the grill. There will also be a diner that will be open early and stay open late.

Chancellor Randy Woodson, Governor James B. Hunt, and Vartan Gregorian, President of Carnegie Corporation of New York, speak at the formal opening of Hunt Library at Centennial Campus. The event showcased highly advanced technology within the Hunt Library such as 3D printers, visualization rooms, game lab, and the bookBot. The dedication took place on April 3, 2013 at the James B. Hunt Library on Centennial Campus.

Chancellor Randy Woodson, Governor James B. Hunt, and Vartan Gregorian, President of Carnegie Corporation of New York, speak at the formal opening of Hunt Library at Centennial Campus. The event showcased highly advanced technology within the Hunt Library such as 3D printers, visualization rooms, game lab, and the bookBot. The dedication took place on April 3, 2013 at the James B. Hunt Library on Centennial Campus.

[Photo] Hunt Library honors namesake at dedication

Apr 4, 2013
Student Body President candidate Matthew Williams, junior in history, responds to a series of questions during a Q&A session in Witherspoon on Wednesday, March 20. The Q&A session enabled students to get informed about campus issues and where the candidates stand.

Student Body President candidate Lauren Collier, senior in animal science, replies to various questions during a Q&A session in Witherspoon on Wednesday March 20. The Q&A session allowed students to familiarize themselves with the candidates and campus issues.

Student Body President candidate Dwayne O'Rear, junior in business administration, answers questions during a Q&A session in Witherspoon on Wednesday March 20. The Q&A session was put on for students to be informed about the candidates stand on campus issues.

Student Body President candidate Dwayne O'Rear, junior in business administration, answers questions during a Q&A session in Witherspoon on Wednesday March 20. The Q&A session was put on for students to be informed about the candidates stand on campus issues.

[Photo] ‘Technician’ hosts public forum for SBP candidates

Mar 21, 2013
Student Body President candidate Lauren Collier, senior in animal science, replies to various questions during a Q&A session in Witherspoon on Wednesday March 20. The Q&A session allowed students to familiarize themselves with the candidates and campus issues.

Student Body President candidate Matthew Williams, junior in history, responds to a series of questions during a Q&A session in Witherspoon on Wednesday, March 20. The Q&A session enabled students to get informed about campus issues and where the candidates stand.

Laura Owens, a senior in theater and Women & Gender studies at UNC-Greensboro, makes her voice heard at Not in Her Shoes rally on Wednesday. 

Laura Owens, a senior in theater and Women & Gender studies at UNC-Greensboro, makes her voice heard at Not in Her Shoes rally on Wednesday. 

[Photo] Pro-choice rally criticizes Rep. politicians

Mar 21, 2013
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