Eye on the Triangle

In this episode, The Nubian Message's Aiyanna Moore, Senait Richmond, Olivia Henson, and Johnathan Lee kick off a new weekly segment, "The Nubian Minute," where they take a closer look at the headlines and unpack the issues that are making an impact on Black students and minority communities at NC State. Later, host Emilia Rivadeneira sits down with Richard Bedlack, founder of Duke University’s ALS Clinic and Professor of Neurology at Duke, and Sam Pearce, Assistant Professor of the Practice at NC State’s Wilson College of Textiles. They discuss their exciting collaboration, where Bedlack partners with NC State design students to create stylish, accessible clothing for people living with disabilities, such as ALS.

In this episode, host Emilia Rivadeneira speaks with Robert Scheller, Associate Dean for Research in the College of Natural Resources at North Carolina State University, about the causes behind the recent L.A. wildfires that erupted on January 7. Scheller discusses the broader implications of these fires, including their potential effects on the East Coast, and delves into the connections between climate change and global warming. Acknowledging how overwhelming climate news can feel, Scheller concludes the episode with an inspiring message of hope and practical strategies listeners can adopt to tackle these challenges.

In this episode, host Emilia Rivadeneira sits down with Amy Sentementes, Assistant Professor of Political Science at Queens University of Charlotte, to explore how election season can impact relationships and conversations with family during the holidays. Sentementes shares practical tips to help students navigate challenging discussions with loved ones who hold opposing views. Additionally, Alianna Brooks, Editor-in-Chief of The Nubian Message, provides a semester news roundup, highlighting the publication’s standout coverage and stories. Visit The Nubian Message's website to read more. 

In this episode, Menna Elsayed chats with Edgar Bernal, the founder of Revista Latina, about his journey in creating the cultural organization and magazine. They discuss the publication's impact and significance within North Carolina's Latino community, as well as a glimpse into the cultural events it helps organize around The Triangle. 

This special live election night coverage is part of Student News Live, a non-partisan news hub to amplify the voices of student journalists that coordinated a live audio and video feed starting at noon ET on Tuesday, Nov. 5.WKNC at NC State took the midnight to 1 a.m. slot. Public affairs director and “Eye on the Triangle” host Emilia Rivadeneira, a fourth-year student studying political science and communication, divided her hour into two 30-minute segments.Rivadeneira was joined live by Mac McCorkle, Professor of the Practice in the Sanford School of Public Policy at Duke University, and Elizabeth Lane, Assistant Professor of Political Science at NC State. They offered an analysis of the election results, including the impact of Donald Trump’s win in North Carolina, the N.C. Supreme Court race, the citizenship voting amendment, and the future of North Carolina voting patterns. The interview was simulcast on Student News Live and WKNC 88.1 FM HD-1 and recorded for YouTube.WKNC then considered how NC State students felt about the election in a conversation with Annabelle Rossi, a third-year student studying political science and President of Students for Immigrant Rights and Equality, and Zania Sanders, a third-year student studying science, technology and society and AYA Ambassador at the African American Cultural Center. They discussed anxiety about the election, what issues were important to college students, youth voter turnout and influences, and the role of student organizations in election advocacy.

In this episode, host Emilia Rivadeneira speaks with Shannon McGregor, associate professor and director of the Ph.D. program at the Hussman School of Journalism and Media, about the impact of social media in the 2024 presidential election — more specifically in campaigns and influencing the US electorate. As well, Menna Elsayed takes us back to rediscover the history of the NC State Fair, reflecting about diversity through interviews with different fair vendors. 

In this episode, host Emilia Rivadeneira speaks with Justine Hollingshead, Assistant Vice Chancellor at the Office of Student Life and Advocacy, Bryan Botts, Associate Director at University Housing, Lisa LaBarbera-Mascote, Senior Director at Student Success Initiative, and Pete Fracarroli, Director of Facilities and Business Operations at University Housing about NC State relief team's efforts in assisting at UNC Asheville after Hurricane Helene. Read more about NC State's actions in providing aid to Western North Carolina.

In this special episode, host Emilia Rivadeneira dives into the North Carolina State Fair, rating rides and food while also chatting with talented artisans at the Village of Yesteryear. She also meets Biscuit, the lovely cow on display at the Animal Science booth from NC State. Join Emilia for a fun-filled adventure at the fair!

In this episode, host Emilia Rivadeneira gives a news rundown, including early-voting dates and NC State Fair. Menna Elsayed also interviews Sima Haida, the Vice President of the Triangle Lebanese American Center (TLAC) to know more about its role and Lebanese immigrants in the Triangle. Haida talks about the Debeka, Arabic lessons and more about TLAC.

Feliz Mes de la Herencia Latine! In this episode, host Emilia Rivadeneira speaks with Jack Rothacker, a senior at NC State and founder of the nonprofit Perseverancia, about his initiative to build three classrooms in Soyapango, El Salvador. In the second segment, we interview Elaine Townsend Utin, co-founder and executive director of LatinxEd, along with Kiara Aranda, Director of Programs, discussing LatinxEd's mission and its impact in North Carolina, where it provides dedicated, multi-year support to Latine students and immigrant families pursuing higher education. For more information on Rothacker's initiative, visit Perseverancia's instagram. For more information on LatinxEd and their initiatives, visit LatinxEd's website.

In this episode, host Emilia Rivadeneira speaks with Thomas Birkland, a Professor of Public Administration at NC State, about how Hurricane Helene might influence the elections, particularly in Western North Carolina. Additionally, Whitney Ross Manzo, an Associate Professor of Political Science at Meredith College, provides a "Polling 101" overview, explaining how polls operate and their importance during election season.

This episode is part of Eye on the Triangle's special series called "Politics Unpacked: Elections 2024 Edition," in which we interview NC political analysts and political science professors.  In this episode, host Emilia Rivadeneira talks with political analysts Chris Cooper and Michael Bitzer to explore North Carolina's electoral landscape. They tackle questions ranging from whether North Carolina is truly a purple state to potential outcomes of the upcoming presidential debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. 

This episode is part of Eye on the Triangle's special series called "Politics Unpacked: Elections 2024 Edition," in which we interview NC political analysts and political science professors. In this episode, host Emilia Rivadeneira talks with Professor at the School of Public and International Affairs at NC State about key political events that could influence the upcoming November elections. 

Happy FDOC, Wolfpack! In this episode, host Emilia Rivadeneira sits down with Alexis Steptoe, Assistant Director at Wellness and Recreation to explore how to balance college life with personal wellness. Steptoe dives into what wellness truly means and shares practical strategies for managing overall well-being while handling the demands of student life. Don't miss out on essential tips and expert advice to start your semester off right!

In this episode, host Emilia Rivadeneira talks with David Elrod, Associate Vice Provost for the Office of Institutional Equity and Equal Opportunity at NC State & Title IX Designated Official, about changes and updates in Title IX regulation. For more information about Title IX and resources, visit the Office of Institutional Equity and Equal Opportunity's website.  

In this episode, host Emilia Rivadeneira provides a news roundup and speaks with Dr. Ashley Ward, director of the Heat Policy Innovation Hub at Duke University's Nicholas Institute for Energy, Environment, and Sustainability, about the heat wave that has taken over several areas of North Carolina, including the Triangle. Dr. Ward explores the impacts of the heat wave on local communities and the environment, gives recommendations for North Carolinians and provides potential future solutions to boost heat resilience in our community. For more information on the issue of extreme heat, visit the Heat Policy Innovation Hub's website.

In this news update, EOT's Ellie Feaga shares how two Raleigh schools have taken top honors, the unusual taste and smell of Raleigh drinking water, and some resources available from NC State's Well Rec to help relieve stress.We'll also hear from the North Carolina News Service about how a rural North Carolina town gets a pathway to homeownership.

EOT's Ellie Feaga talks with James Bullock, a Raleigh city horticulturist, about the Raleigh Rose Garden on this Earth Day episode.

President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris visited Raleigh on March 26 to discuss health care. EOT's Ellie Feaga provides clips from their speeches and talks to some audience members.

April is Earth Month at NC State and EOT's Ellie Feaga talks with Lani St. Hill from the University Sustainability Office.