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‘Bugzu’ and Beyond: Student Designers Rethink Climate-Ready Materials at NC State’s 2026 Make-A-Thon

CaSA sponsored a Make-A-Thon kirigami challenge inviting students to rethink  building materials using sustainable alternatives. The winning team designed a product named Bugzu.

Join Us Tomorrow!

We are launching a three-part series of CaSA Conversations. Open to campus and community participants alike, this interactive series brings together panelists and audiences for engaging discussions on emerging ideas, research and real-world solutions. Each session offers opportunities to connect, share perspectives and network over breakfast and coffee.

Save the Dates: February 18 | March 10 | April 14

Announcements and Opportunities

Meet and network with employers at this spring’s HOT Jobs+Internships Fair with College of Natural Resources and College of Ag & Life Sciences. HOT = Hiring On-Time, and ideally, attending employers will be recruiting for currently open jobs and internships shared in ePACK (ncsu.edu/ePACK). Check out the list of registered employers. Student registration isn’t required.

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 | 10am-2pm (drop-in) in Talley Student Union Ballrooms (3rd floor). Email cnrcareerservices@ncsu.edu with any questions.

Student Spotlight

Green Unseen

Native plant and wildlife-friendly landscape at the Turner House was created to show the range of plants available as alternatives to commonly used non-native plant species. Over 25 butterfly species and 80 bird species have been observed on the very small property.

The garden was designed by students in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences’ Department of Horticultural Science and installed by faculty and students in the College of Natural Resources’ fisheries, wildlife and conservation biology program in 2008 and continues to be a resource for NC State learning today. 

You can explore the garden anytime! Visit 110 Brooks Avenue just off Hillsborough Street.

Enjoy Wellness Day!

Wellness days are a great opportunity to take a meaningful break. Whether it’s 10-15 minutes of deep breathing, a lunchtime walk or a quick fitness class, small actions can make a big impact.