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Students learn about alcohol safety at a Wellness Fair.

Mar 28, 2025

AOD April Promotes Safe Choices for Campus Community

As the 2024-25 school year winds down, NC State Prevention Services’ Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) unit is ready to help the Wolfpack community celebrate a year of hard work and accomplishments in a safe, responsible manner.  

Students play a game of spike ball on Stafford Commons.

Mar 26, 2025

Wellness Wednesday: Connecting with Nature, The Ultimate Adventure

​Connecting with nature is a powerful way to enhance our well-being, reduce stress and foster a sense of community. Whether we prefer an active outdoor adventure or a quiet moment of meditation in a natural setting, NC State offers plenty of opportunities to help reconnect with nature.  

Students participate in a sunset yoga class.

Mar 19, 2025

Wellness Wednesday: Self-Care Essentials: Incorporating Self-Care Into Your Everyday Life

Self-care at its root is care for you, provided by you. It is any action you take to ensure your most basic needs are being met, incorporating mental and physical wellness. 

Staff members participate in a yoga class.

Mar 5, 2025

Wellness Wednesday: Sleep Tight: Navigating Mid-Semester Rest with Healthy Sleep Habits

As the semester reaches its midpoint, students often find themselves juggling exams, projects, and extracurricular commitments — all while battling the loss of an hour due to Daylight Saving Time. Sleep is often sacrificed in favor of late-night study sessions, but prioritizing rest is essential for academic success, mental health and overall well-being. 

A student peruses NC State's financial wellness resources.

Feb 19, 2025

Wellness Wednesday: Wellness on a Budget

As students, we’re always searching for ways to unwind without straining our wallets. Fortunately, Raleigh and NC State provide plenty of affordable and accessible options to  recharge, connect with others and prioritize wellness. This February, in honor of Black History Month and American Heart Month, let’s check out different ways you can explore your wellness through… 

A heart-shaped wreath that displays the message "Wellness Is Not Just Physical."

Feb 13, 2025

Sexual Health Awareness Month Provides Welcoming Education for Campus Community

February is Sexual Health Awareness Month and Campus Health, the LGBTQ Pride Center, the Counseling Center, Women’s Center, University Housing and several additional campus partners are working diligently to educate the campus community about this important topic.  

Spray paint on the Free Expression Tunnel that reads "Wellrec Hearts Wolfpack."

Feb 12, 2025

Wellness Wednesday: Building Heart-Healthy Habits this February

February is American Heart Month, making it the perfect time to establish heart-healthy habits. Today, let’s explore valuable opportunities to help you prioritize yourself and your heart this semester.  

NC State students participate in a Wellness and Recreation fitness class.

Feb 5, 2025

Wellness Wednesday: Pause, Recharge, Thrive: Your Guide to Wellness Day at NC State

With Wellness Day just around the corner, NC State is here to remind you that self-care matters! Feb. 11 is the perfect opportunity for you to leave your hectic schedules and recharge! 

A student smashes a scale at "Southern Smash."

Feb 3, 2025

Learn Healthy Habits During Eating Disorder Awareness Month

Throughout the month of February, Campus Health, the Counseling Center, Prevention Services and various campus partners across NC State are coming together to raise awareness and provide support for the Wolfpack community on the mental health challenges related to eating disorders..  

Students participate in a yoga class.

Jan 29, 2025

Wellness Wednesday:  Find Your Wellness Niche — Tailoring Campus Resources To Your Needs 

With classes, assignments and other commitments pulling us in different directions, finding time to recharge our physical and mental health is essential. That’s where carving our wellness niche comes in – a personalized combination of activities and resources that align with our interests, needs, and goals.