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The collection of news articles about all that is happening in the Operations Research Program at NC State.

Portrait of professor emeritus Henry “Hank” Nuttle smiling in his office, warmly lit by a sunset through a window framed by trees. books, certificates and vintage computer equipment in the background reflect his long academic career and mentorship legacy.

May 28, 2026

Remembering Hank Nuttle and his Kindness

Hank Nuttle is remembered for the kindness, mentorship and compassion that shaped generations of NC State ISE students.
A female Ph.D. student being hooded by her advisor on stage at graduation

May 12, 2026

Spring 2026 Graduation Ceremony

The OR Program welcomes our graduating students, along with their families and friends, to the Spring 2026 Graduation Ceremony.
A Ph.D. student standing in his graduation cap and gown in front of a large staircase in Fitts-Woolard Hall

May 7, 2026

Grad Student Profile: Will Kirschenman

Will Kirschenman came to NC State to bring together operations research, military experience and service-oriented problem-solving.
A bright red coffee mug with the words NC State University Operations Research written on it, sitting on a table.

Apr 30, 2026

3rd Annual Alumni Reunion

For the third straight year, the Operations Research Program celebrated its alumni and current students at its alum reunion.
A black and white headshot of Salah Elmaghraby.

Apr 10, 2026

How Elmaghraby Changed OR

Salah Elmaghraby is one of those people in Operations Research whose impact you notice even if you never met him. At NC State, he did more than help build the…
A laptop displaying data and charts sits on a desk with documents, while five uniformed soldiers stand outside in the background facing the sun.

Mar 30, 2026

OR Students Lead Nation With Five Omar Bradley Fellowships

Five OR students earn half of the nation’s Omar Bradley Fellowships, highlighting excellence in military research and operations research.
Attendees at an agriculture conference discussing the impact of AI technology on farming practices and sustainability.

Feb 20, 2026

NC State to Host National Conference on AI in Agriculture

Original article by Alice Manning Touchette from CALS News. NC State University will host the 2026 AI in Agriculture Conference March 31 – April 2.  This national conference brings together the…
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Feb 18, 2026

AI Steps Up in the War on Trafficking

Researchers develop AI that supports investigators, reduces burnout and strengthens the fight against human trafficking.
A researcher reviews data on a tablet while manure is loaded onto a trailer at a farm, illustrating data-driven agricultural waste management.

Jan 27, 2026

From Math Models to Manure

Through optimization and AI, researchers are transforming agricultural waste management into a practical climate solution for farmers.
Solar-powered cameras in a soybean field.

Dec 19, 2025

Shashaani Partners with NC Agriculture

Sara Shashaani partnered with the Ag Analytics Platform to research better hog lagoon management practices.