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A Service-Oriented Spring Break in Western N.C.

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The Feed the Pack team inspect and organize donations of baked goods.

Jun 30, 2025

Meeting the Wolfpack’s Essential Needs

Pack Essentials responds dynamically and thoughtfully to students facing hardship. The program operates the Feed the Pack Food Pantry and other essential services, so that students don’t have to choose between their academic careers or providing for their basic needs. 
Veteran in military cap saluting in foreground while three-member honor guard in dress uniforms presents American flag and military service flag at NC State Veterans Memorial Garden dedication ceremony.

Jun 30, 2025

A Place To Remember

NC State’s campus now features the Veterans Memorial Garden. 

May 30, 2025

A Look Back at Art2Wear: Revive

In Art2Wear: Revive, students broke tradition and rebuilt something unforgettable. Through immersive design, mythic themes and a touch of plastic, the show redefined what wearable art can be. 
Clarissa Gernat

Apr 28, 2025

Grad Student Profile: Clarissa Gernat

Driven by a lifelong connection to NC State, fostered by her father’s work at the university and now shared with her sister and cousin, Clarissa Gernat found a natural home in the College of Design’s Media Arts, Design, and Technology program. This interdisciplinary program, with its emphasis on innovation and technology, is perfectly aligned with her aspirations. 

Mar 20, 2025

‘You Can Always Give Back’: Pitching In To Keep the Pack Fed

Suzanne Williams grew up in Nova Scotia, among the hardworking people of Canada’s east coast. That’s where she learned the importance of creating a thriving community. “Where I grew up, everybody took care of everybody,” Williams says. “It doesn’t have to be any great initiative; it’s just, if I have a little extra, I’ll give… 
The full group of Alternative Service Break volunteers

Mar 19, 2025

Wrapping Up ASB in Western N.C.

In their final days of recovery work, NC State students participating in an Alternative Service Break trip to western North Carolina spent time with individuals and aid organizations that have been vital in helping the area recover from Hurricane Helene. 
A group of students and other volunteers admire the view from the top of Grandfather Mountain in western North Carolina.

Mar 19, 2025

Participants Reflect on Service Experience in Western N.C.

In their own words, Wolfpack volunteers describe the life-altering impacts of their spring 2025 Alternative Service Break trip to western North Carolina.  
NC State students taking part in EKTAA Night in Talley Student Union.

Mar 17, 2025

Asian Pacific Islander and South Asian American Heritage Month at NC State

Student groups are celebrating Asian Pacific Islander South Asian American Heritage Month in March. Check out this quick guide for getting involved and finding ways to celebrate culture and community this month — and all year round. 
Headshot of Wanya Ward

Mar 17, 2025

Wanya Ward

Wanya Ward is the assistant director of the Ronald E. McNair Scholars Pogram for the TRIO Collegiate and Pack Support Programs. 
An overlook toward the mountains in western North Carolina

Mar 10, 2025

A Service-Oriented Spring Break in Western N.C.

PLUMTREE — NC State graduates John and Lisa Vance had never organized a service trip for college students before, even though they laid the foundation for their 17-year marriage and family of six children during their own college days, more than two decades ago. Still, the couple — who met while preparing to go on an…