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Jan 9, 2024

Get #PackInAction this Spring: Your Guide to Wellness and Recreation

Embarking on a health and wellness journey can be daunting, especially for those who may be stepping into the gym for the first time this semester. Check out the many programs and services available to students, faculty and staff, developed to empower you to take the next step toward a healthier you. 

Nov 29, 2023

Wellness Wednesday: De-Stress During Finals

Celebrate your work this semester, Wolfpack, and recharge your inner batteries during De-Stress Fest, taking place Tuesday, December 5 – Wednesday, December 13.  

Nov 15, 2023

Wellness Wednesday: Home for the Holidays

The holiday season can come with stress and challenges as you navigate complex family dynamics and try to stay connected with friends from school. It is just as essential to prioritize your well-being and peace of mind during breaks from work and school. 

Nov 9, 2023

A tasty partnership: NC State Dining and WellRec promote the art of cooking in campus teaching kitchen

In 2021, NC State Dining opened a state-of-the-art teaching kitchen in the Wellness and Recreation Center and Carmichael Gym. The space is a result of a collaborative effort between Dining and WellRec to offer a unique learning space to the campus community. 

Nov 8, 2023

Wellness Wednesday: Take a Break, You Deserve It

Your hard work and dedication to your academics, work, relationships and personal goals this semester are paying off. Now is the time to take a step back, acknowledge your efforts, reflect on your successes and breathe. Here is a how-to guide for taking the next step in your wellness journey.  

Nov 1, 2023

Wellness Wednesday: Social Media and Productivity

Whether we want to admit it or not, mindless scrolling through Instagram and TikTok, sending Snapchats and getting sucked into conversation threads has become ingrained in many of our daily routines. While social media can be a distraction and contribute to procrastination, it also offers a myriad of opportunities for people to connect, learn and grow academically and professionally. 

Oct 27, 2023

UNC System grant to focus on mental health and wellness for the COE

A partnership between Wellness and Recreation and the College of Engineering brings mental health and well-being programming to students. 

Oct 24, 2023

Wellness Wednesday: Why Boundary Setting is Important and How to Do It

At this point in the semester you may be starting to feel overwhelmed with classes, overexerting yourself with obligations or struggling with your relationships. These feelings are all completely normal to have, but can be difficult to manage. That's where setting boundaries comes in.  

Oct 19, 2023

From pool battleships to poker: Wellness and Recreation’s unique intramural sports

Canoes crowd the pool and teams sling water at each other, players draw cards and participants make their Fantasy Football picks, all in pursuit of one thing: An “Intramural Sports Champion” T-Shirt. 

Oct 18, 2023

Wellness Wednesday: Meditation in Motion

It’s no question that physical activity is good for your health, but at NC State Wellness and Recreation we take that notion a bit further and promote movement as meditation in motion.