Young Honored for Extension, Engagement, and Economic Development Efforts

Dr. R. Michael Young, associate professor of computer science at NC State University, has been named an Outstanding Extension Service Award (OESA) recipient for the College of Engineering.  Young has also been inducted into the Academy of Outstanding Faculty Engaged in Extension (AOFEE). 

The purpose of the OESA awards is to encourage and recognize outstanding extension, engagement, and economic development activities by faculty and EPA employees of NC State University.  Young is being honored for his achievements over the last five calendar years working between DGRC faculty and the vibrant North Carolina computer games industry.