On April 19, 2010 at the Celebrating the Engaged University awards
ceremony Dr. Mark Megalos was awarded NCSU's Outstanding Extension
Service award and inducted into Academy of Outstanding Faculty Engaged
In Extension. Dr. Megalos focuses on the long-term economic,
environmental, and social viability of forestry in North Carolina. His
leadership and vision make a significant impact on the well-being of
the landowners and citizens of state. Dr. Megalos’ efforts have
resulted in enhance health and quality of North Carolina’s 13.8 million
acres of forest. In addition his work helped families reduce many of
the economic risks associated with forestland ownership. Megalos hosts
ongoing community forums on forestry and conservation and creates
educational materials addressing the various facets of forestland
ownership related to taxes and estate planning. Dr. Megalos’ commitment
to extension, exemplifying what it means to be an engaged University.
