Author: djdixon

Nov 16, 2021

Partner Profile: Hong Kong Polytechnic University

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) is one of NC State’s strategic partnerships and a top university in Asia. Dating back to its foundation in 1937 and establishing its full university status in 1994, PolyU is located in one of the world’s busiest and most culturally diverse cities. Hong Kong is divided into four main areas:… 

Nov 2, 2021

Partner Profile: Universitat Politècnica de València

The Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV) is a public, dynamic and innovative institution that is dedicated to research and teaching. UPV is the only technology-focused university in Spain to be featured in all the major world rankings. It consists of about 34,000 students, 3,600 professors and researchers, and 1,500 administration and services professionals distributed among… 

Sep 21, 2021

Partnership Profile: Kenyan Partnerships

The Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization (KALRO), the Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI), the University of Nairobi, and NC State University have signed a unique agreement to work together in the development of a multi-institutional coordinated applied research, education, and extension system for Kenya. This agreement opens opportunities for all faculty at NC State… 

Sep 8, 2021

Partner Profile: Universidad San Franciso de Quito

Universidad San Francisco de Quito, or USFQ, is a private liberal arts university in Ecuador. Located on a modern campus on the outskirts of Quito in the town of Cumbayá, USFQ resembles a small liberal arts college in the U.S., combining small class sizes with world-class facilities and the advantages of a big-city environment. As… 

Aug 25, 2021

Partner Profile: Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences

Celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2017, the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) was founded in 1977, combining its predecessors: the Agricultural, Forestry and Veterinary University Colleges, the Veterinary School at Skara and the Forestry School at Skinnskatteberg, which were established over the previous two centuries. SLU’s vision is that it will play “a key…