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Day of Giving Raises Over $1 Million for Student Emergency Fund

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Exterior of Park Shops in the fall

Sep 16, 2022

“One Is Too Many”: Discussing Student Need with Mike Giancola

Mike Giancola, student ombudsperson and assistant vice provost, discusses Pack Essentials services, student needs at NC State and how private support empowers our students. 
Dylan Inman '22 holds up wolfies.

May 3, 2022

Leaving a Legacy: Dylan Inman ’22 Makes a Lasting Impression

The political science and sociology double major is graduating this weekend and then off to Indianapolis to work for his fraternity, Theta Chi, as a growth specialist. But as an enthusiastic member of the Wolfpack, Inman says his long-term goal is to find a road that leads back to NC State. 
Wolf cutout on Court of the Carolinas.

Apr 22, 2022

DASA Raises $33,583,000 from Think and Do the Extraordinary Campaign

Almost 19,000 donors contributed nearly $34 million to the Division of Academic and Student Affairs during the five-year campaign.  

Mar 15, 2022

Extraordinary Difference: Ryan Unger

As an RA, Ryan Unger ’20 was always helping others, but when COVID-19 sent students home in March 2020, Ryan found himself in need of help. After graduating, he made a gift to the same fund that he had benefited from, bringing his story full circle as part of NC State’s Think and Do the Extraordinary Campaign. 
An aerial view of brick buildings and Talley Student Union, with downtown Raleigh in the background

Jul 13, 2021

Essential Work

During the COVID-19 pandemic, the Pack Essentials program has supported thousands of students with financial support as well as meal and housing scholarships. 
Mary Haskett talking with several students at NC State.

Jun 23, 2021

More Students Struggle With Basic Needs Due to Pandemic

The economic fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic has hit students hard, resulting in a marked increase in food insecurity and homelessness. The toll on their mental health has been striking. 
Ryan Unger standing by a fountain with his arms crossed

May 11, 2021

Paying it Forward

Ryan Unger received support from the Student Emergency Fund after losing his home and his job in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. This year, he was able to give $2,500 to help students facing similar struggles. 
The copper wolves at Wolf Plaza near the Free Expression tunnel. Photo by Becky Kirkland.

Mar 23, 2021

Support for Students Affected by the Fire at Village Green Apartments

Students who were displaced or lost property due to Monday’s fire at Village Green Apartments are encouraged to submit a brief application to the Pack Essentials Program for assistance. 
Students stand at tables and pack meals into boxes

Jan 25, 2021

A Helping Hand: Wolfpack Fights World Hunger

The student organizers of Leadership and Civic Engagement's Rise Against Hunger event reflect on their experience and what volunteerism means to them. 
Sign for Park Shops and the Division of Academic and Student Affairs

Sep 17, 2020

Day of Giving Raises Over $1 Million for Student Emergency Fund

The Division of Academic and Student Affairs received over $2 million in total gifts on the day, over $1 million of which went to the Student Emergency Fund.