Professor’s research closing the green gap and stakeholder influence
May 8, 2024
In the world of business, there's a race towards becoming more environmentally friendly. Some companies are leading the charge, while others find themselves lagging behind. Researchers Drew Peabody, assistant professor of finance, and his co-researcher, Hirofumi Nishi studied how these "lagging firms" decided to catch up, influenced by the eyes of their spectators — the stakeholders.
In My Words: In the age of AIs, what are humans good for?
May 8, 2024
In this column distributed by the Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Writers Syndicate, Lee Rainie, director of The Imagining the Digital Future Center at Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ, considers how the growing capabilities of artificial intelligence systems are prompting a rethinking of what it means to be human. The column was published by The Virginian-Pilot, the Winston-Salem Journal and the Greensboro News & Record.
Jason Husser appointed Assistant Provost for Academic Excellence and Integrity
May 8, 2024
The professor of political science and policy studies and longtime director of the Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Poll will provide leadership at Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ in growing academic undergraduate programs, exploring new directions for academic programs, and supporting academic integrity.
U.S. News & World Report features President Connie Ledoux Book in article about mentorship
May 8, 2024
President Connie Ledoux Book spoke with the publication and offered insight into how students can connect with mentors during their time in college.
The 2024 Omicron Delta Kappa Awards recognize student and staff leaders
May 8, 2024
More than 20 Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ students and one faculty member were honored during the annual leadership award ceremony.
Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ hosting CAA Outdoor Track & Field Championship
May 8, 2024
The Jerry and Jeanne Robertson Track and Field Complex at Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ will see two full days of conference competition on Friday and Saturday.
Annual Residence Life awards recognize exceptional students, staff and faculty
May 8, 2024
Residence Life celebrates student employees, staff and faculty.
In Honor of Mom: Credle family comes together to support scholarship
May 8, 2024
Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ alumnus Ike Credle '83 and his four brothers have joined forces to ensure the scholarship that honors their mother, Rebecca, can be awarded immediately.
Photojournalist Clare Grant ’23 captures all angles at the Kentucky Derby
May 8, 2024
The Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ graduate and current Courier-Journal intern spent nearly two weeks at Churchill Downs chronicling the lead up and photo finish of the “Run for the Roses.â€�
Sweet celebration: Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Community Garden hosts 16th annual Strawberry Festival
May 8, 2024
Students, faculty, and members of the Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ community gathered for the event on Fri. May 3.