In the aftermath of extreme weather events, considering the long-term well-being of affected people and places is critical, says Director of the Carolina Population Center Elizabeth Frankenberg.
As the weekend of August 21, 2021 drew near, it became increasingly evident that Tropical Storm Henri would not only impact Southern New England, but could become a hurricane before making landfall. This was the perfect opportunity for researchers at … Read more
It’s a windy day in October, warm enough for just a T-shirt, and the Neuse River shimmers in the sunlight. As Katy Hunt approaches the bank, however, a foul smell hits her nostrils. And from the dock, she can see … Read more
Two incoming Ph.D. students share a love for South America and for the intricate ecosystems and wildlife that support it. Isabel Silva Romero and Diego Urquía are joining the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill as international students thanks … Read more
“You just stood here. You just stood here. It was so devastating. We didn’t even know what to do. Everything was gone.” That’s how Toni Titone described the scene around Ocean Isle Beach last year following Hurricane Isaias. She owns two … Read more
Hurricanes are having big impacts on many different ways of life in North Carolina. That’s especially the case for our state’s farmers.
Carolina faculty and staff mentored students, reconnected with colleagues and pursued research on campus, across the state and far away.
Hurricanes can have impacts on many different parts of life in North Carolina. One part that you may not have thought about is that fresh local seafood dinner you enjoy from time to time.
There seems to be a yearly battle between North Carolina Highway 12 and storms. Highway 12 is the only road in and out of Hatteras Island and other Outer Banks communities like Rodanthe and Avon, and storms have had major effects … Read more
The US Environmental Protection Agency recently announced its 2021 President’s Student and Teacher Environmental Awards winners. Among the winners was Denise Renfro, a Career and Technical Education (CTE) teacher and director of the Academy of Green Technology at Douglas Byrd … Read more
