From Cornfields to the “City of Oaks”: A Midwesterner’s Adventure in Exploring Raleigh!

When I drove into Raleigh in May 2024, before the MSA program started, I had never been to North Carolina or its surrounding states. Since that day, I have found there is always something to do in Raleigh. I have discovered many parks/nature reserves, restaurants, fun indoor activities, and nearby Continue reading From Cornfields to the “City of Oaks”: A Midwesterner’s Adventure in Exploring Raleigh!

The Ultimate Coffee Shop Guide Around Campus

To all my coffee lovers, this is your ultimate guide to some of the best coffee shops near campus to fit all your needs. Whether you need a quiet space (other than the library/IAA) for grinding out your assignments or wanting a lively spot for gathering, Raleigh’s coffee shops have Continue reading The Ultimate Coffee Shop Guide Around Campus

From Pollutants to Predictions: How Data Analytics Transforms Environmental Risk Assessment

“The dose makes the poison.” This age-old adage reveals a universal truth: any substance can become toxic if its concentration surpasses a certain threshold. But in today’s world, where new chemicals are introduced into the environment at an unprecedented rate, how do we assess the risks they pose to our Continue reading From Pollutants to Predictions: How Data Analytics Transforms Environmental Risk Assessment