Aug 4, 2015

Student Health Services ranked highest in NC

As part of the Princeton Review’s annual “Best Colleges Guide”, NC State’s Student Health Services has once again been named to the “Best Health Services” list at #9. The highest ranking health services department, public or private, in North Carolina, the goal of Student Health Services is to provide affordable, accessible and high quality primary health care and… 

Jul 30, 2015

CONNECTIONS: 2014-15 Year in Review

Jun 23, 2015

Aaron Kopp receives Frank Ormond Scholarship

The Division of Academic and Student Affairs and Health and Exercise Studies is pleased to announce Aaron Kopp as the recipient of the 2015-2016 Frank Ormond Scholarship. Aaron is pursuing a major in Nutrition Science with a minor in Sport Science and plans to attend medical school, specializing in the treatment and prevention of sports related injuries. Aaron… 

May 8, 2015

NC State Sustainability Fund awards $117,000 in campus grants

Ten sustainability projects will become reality on campus thanks to $117,000 in sustainability grants recently awarded by the student-led advisory board of NC State’s Sustainability Fund. Generated by a $1.50 per semester student fee that students voted to create in 2012, grant funding is available to NC State students, faculty and staff who submit proposals for projects that… 

Apr 10, 2015

EcoVillage SPUDS Course Wins City of Raleigh Environmental Award

A course developed by the directors of NC State’s EcoVillage has earned an award in the City of Raleigh 2015 Environmental Awards. The course, Sustainable Planning & Urban Development for EcoVillage, was created to complement the EcoVillage Sustainable Planning & Urban Development Sightseers (SPUDS) spring break trips. The SPUDS program gives EcoVillage students opportunities to expand… 

Apr 7, 2015

Autumn Belk wins Outstanding Teacher Award

Autumn Belk, assistant professor in Health and Exercise Studies, was chosen to receive an Alumni Association Outstanding Teacher Award for 2015. Ten awardees were chosen for this honor which recognizes individuals who further the education of NC State students through innovative teaching, enthusiasm and dedication. The Alumni Association provides a monetary award along with the honor.… 

Mar 24, 2015

NC State Students raise over $260,000 for Children’s Hospitals

What started as a dare between a few NC State students in 2004, has grown into one of the state’s largest fundraising efforts for children’s hospitals. The 2015 Krispy Kreme Challenge raised $195,000 for the North Carolina Children’s Hospital. The 11-year cumulative total for the event is $953,000. The Wolfpack looks to shatter the $1 million mark next year. Dance Marathon… 

Mar 16, 2015

Thomas Howard, MD named Associate Director for Medical Services

Leah Arnett, Director of Student Health Services, has announced that Thomas Howard, MD, has joined NC State Student Health Services as the Associate Director for Medical Services effective March 16, 2015. Dr. Howard joins NC State from Fairfax Family Practice in Virginia where he was named a Washingtonian “Top Doc” in 2014. Howard earned his medical degree… 

Dec 17, 2014

Fuel Up for Finals a Success

Students feeling the stress of exams were pleasantly surprised to find hot chocolate, coffee, and snacks waiting for them at Wolf Plaza during finals week. Campus Life’s Fuel Up for Finals table was a welcome refuge for students in need of a pick-me-up. More than 200 students took advantage of the free hot beverages and… 

Nov 17, 2014

NC State Takes Part in National Initiative to Make Campus Healthier

NC State University will join the Partnership for a Healthier America (PHA) in a commitment to improve campus health by formalizing guidelines around food, nutrition, physical activity and programming. Through the PHA’s new Healthier Campus Initiative, NC State units agree to implement or strengthen 23 wellness-related guidelines over the next three years. They include: Offering more fruits,…