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Wellness and Recreation

Taylor '12 during the Salida Enduro Mountain Bike Race.

Jul 21, 2023

Pack in Action: Taylor Wins Gold on Colorado Trails

Visiting the Wellness and Recreation Center was a regular activity for JT Taylor '12 during his time at NC State. More than a decade later he is biking some of the fastest and most technical trails in the Rocky Mountains. 

Awards for Excellence Winners

Jun 21, 2023

NC State Honors 2023 Award for Excellence Winners

NC State announced the 12 university-wide winners of the Award for Excellence during a June 14 ceremony at Hunt Library.  

A Wolfie trophy sitting on turf in the Wellness and Recreation Center

Apr 24, 2023

The Wolfies: Leaders in Creating a Thriving Wolfpack

Wellness and Recreation’s 10th annual student employee award celebration took place on Monday, April 10, recognizing graduating seniors and outstanding team members. 

A large group of employees holding certificates

Apr 20, 2023

Employees Receive Awards for Excellence at the Division Level

Twenty DASA employees were nominated for 2023 Awards for Excellence, and four have been selected to represent the division at the university level. 

Woman working out

Mar 13, 2023

Health Coaching Program Shows Promise for Managing Student Stress

NC State researchers used Fitbits to track students’ physical activity and sleep in a pilot program launched during the COVID-19 pandemic. 

exterior view of the Wellness and Recreation Center

Mar 8, 2023

Wellness and Recreation Center Wins Outstanding Facilities Award        

NIRSA’s Outstanding Facilities Awards recognize excellence in newly constructed or renovated recreational facilities on college and university campuses. 

Two students talk and point to items on a list

Mar 1, 2023

Wellness Coaching at NC State

NC State Wellness Coach Lily Palmer writes about her experience with the Wellness and Recreation program. 

wide shot of the hockey game at Carter-Finley Arena

Feb 21, 2023

Icepack Hosts Largest Club Sports Event in North Carolina History

Raleigh hosted the two largest ice hockey games in North Carolina's history this past weekend, only one of which involved a professional or varsity hockey team.  

An aerial photo of Carter-Finley Stadium during the marching band's halftime show, where the band spells out "state"

Dec 16, 2022

The Biggest Academic and Student Affairs News from 2022

Look back at student life and achievements, anniversaries and celebrations, and individual and departmental recognitions in the Division of Academic and Student Affairs this year. 

People walking appear blurred in this picture, taken in Talley Student Union. Students wear backpacks, and informational booths line the union's lobby.

Nov 28, 2022

NC State Is Here to Help

NC State offers several resources to help you succeed academically while also helping you take care of your mental, emotional and physical well-being.