In the News

Scott Hippensteel, professor in the Department of Earth, Environmental and Geographical Sciences, published the article “Fatal Terrain: How the ground on which Civil War armies fought helped dictate the nature of combat—and resulting casualties” in The Civil War Monitor. As part of the Science and War column, Hippensteel explores how the battlefield terrain during the […]

WBTV interviewed Eric Heberlig, professor in the Department of Political Science and Public Administration, for the segment ‘Mecklenburg County sees increase in voters ahead of September 2025 primary.’ Charlotte stands out as the only city or town in Mecklenburg County holding a primary election ahead of the November general election. Officials reported stronger than expected […]

Jason Giersch, Ph.D., associate professor in the Department of Political Science and Public Administration, was among experts quoted in the article, ‘How civics education could stage a comeback in NC,’ from Carolina Public Press. With intentional investment from policymakers, schools and teachers, civics education could help build the next generation of engaged and active citizens […]

Andy Bobyarchick, Ph.D., associate professor in the Department of Earth, Environmental and Geographical Sciences, was interviewed by WBTV for the feature, ‘Geology professor breaks down earthquake activity in Carolinas following major earthquake near Russia.’ After the 8.8 magnitude earthquake was recorded off the coast of Russia on July 29, the west coast of the United […]

Margaret M. Quinlan, Ph.D., professor of communication studies and director of the health & medical humanities program, was interviewed for ‘Why manufacturers should note rising PCOS levels’ from FoodNavigator USA. With rising levels of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), for which no cure exists, women affected have turned to dietary changes to manage symptoms. While food […]

Jill E. Yavorsky, Ph.D., associate professor of sociology and organizational science, contributed to CNN Health’s article, ”10-step ‘everything shower’: Influencers think you need one, but experts disagree.” On social media platforms including TikTok and Instagram, content creators document extensive shower routines referred to as “everything showers.” These showers have lengthy pre- and post-shower steps and […]

David Boyd, associate professor of Translation and Japanese Studies, was interviewed by UK-based Prospect magazine for “Rising sun: why Japanese fiction is booming in the west.” According to NielsenIQ BookData, more than one-third of the top 40 translated titles in 2025 are by Japanese authors. This list includes Haruki Murakami, one of the most popular […]

Sandra Clinton, research associate professor in the Department of Earth, Environmental and Geographical Sciences, was interviewed by WFAE for ‘Algae blooms in Lake Norman, threaten local ecosystems.’ According to the North Carolina Division of Water Resources, more than 80 algal blooms on Lake Norman have been reported since the beginning of June. The bright green, […]

Katherine Idziorek, assistant professor in the Department of Earth, Environmental and Geographical Sciences, was interviewed for WFAE’s article, ‘Doors open, fans on, trees to come: Charlotte’s heat plan in action.’ During the latest heat wave, Charlotte residents are feeling the impacts of hotter temperatures. The city has implemented more immediate solutions such as opening cooling […]

Matthew Eastin, associate professor in the Department of Earth, Environmental and Geographical Sciences, was featured on WCNC’s news segment, ‘Unequal tree cover in Charlotte leaves some areas sweltering.’ When the sun goes down in Charlotte, the summer heat lingers longer in the city where less vegetation is present. Compared to parks and nature reserves where […]