New Student Programs

Victoria Moore poses in front of the WellRec Center while wearing a face covering

Apr 19, 2021

Extraordinary Opportunity: Victoria Moore

Growing up in Raleigh as the child of an alumna meant Victoria Moore ’22 always had her eye on attending NC State, but it was Prague, Czech Republic, that actually brought her to the Pack. Moore was offered admission through the university’s Spring Connect program, then in its second year. Through Spring Connect, students enter NC State…

Feb 26, 2021

Division Faculty and Staff Honored with Pride of the Wolfpack Awards

This year, 32 faculty and staff were awarded with the Pride of the Wolfpack Award.

College of Education Orientation Leaders

Feb 22, 2021

My Student Experience: Five NC State College of Education Students Share Their Experiences as Virtual Orientation Leaders During COVID-19

The COVID-19 pandemic forced orientation leaders to transition New Student Orientation from an in-person event to an online experience. Five College of Education students share their experiences as virtual orientation leaders during COVID-19.

A new student and family carry their belongings towards a residence hall

Jan 22, 2021

Five Questions With New Student Programs

New Student Programs answers questions about COVID-19, Winter Welcome Week, and more.

Students practice climbing and bouldering during the COVID-19 pandemic at the newly renovated Carmichael gym. Photo by Marc Hall

Jan 22, 2021

Warming Up to a New Semester

Finding a home at the state’s largest university may seem intimidating in the middle of an academic year, but Winter Welcome Week provides a great starting point.

A camera crew records Chancellor Randy Woodson's remarks in Reynolds Coliseum, where Convocation normally takes place.

Aug 4, 2020

New Student Convocation Going Virtual

The 2020 rendition of New Student Convocation is going virtual due to COVID-19, but it promises to be just as engaging and fun as years past.

A new student carries luggage towards his residence hall

Jul 27, 2020

A Wolfpack Welcome Week Like No Other

This year's Wolfpack Welcome Week will feature more than 220 virtual and in-person activities.

zoom group view of new student orientation orientation leaders

Jul 24, 2020

New Student and Family Orientation Vibrant as Always, but Online for Now

NC State's New Student Programs was able to quickly pivot from in-person to virtual orientation sessions in a matter of weeks.

Lauren White makes a Wolfie sign with her hand in front of a building on campus

Apr 20, 2020

Howling Success: Lauren White Seeks to Change the Stigma in STEM

As a sophomore, Lauren White knows how difficult it can be adjusting to college life and academics. As a member of the LGBTQ community from out of state, and as a female in the traditionally male-dominated STEM field, the task of fitting in on campus seemed extra daunting when she first arrived at NC State. Fortunately, she had several mentors who helped her get acclimated and involved, and now she’s paying it forward to others like her.

Apr 3, 2020

New Student Programs Coronavirus Response

See the latest updates from New Student Programs on the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and it’s effects on campus operations.