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2017 - 2018 Family Calendar & Handbook Welcome to the Wolfpack!

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Important Dates 2017-2018 Parents & Families Services Now that you have a student enrolled, you too are a member of the Wolfpack. August 11-13, 2017 Move-In Weekend At NC State, we view the relationship we have with our students’ parents and August 14, 2017 Convocation families as a partnership; one created to help students be successful. It is our goal to nurture that relationship by keeping you well-informed, because we sin- August 16, 2017 First Day of Classes Fall Semester cerely believe that when you are informed, your student will benefit. August 22, 2017 Last Day to add a course without permission Services September 4, 2017 Labor Day We work diligently to ensure that parents are informed providing enhanced October 5 - 6, 2017 Fall Break services and communications for all NC State parents and families. These October 9, 2017 Spring schedules published services include, but are not limited to: web and social media, periodic electronic and print communications, emergency email notifications and the November 22 - 24, 2017 Thanksgiving Break Parents’ HelpLine. December 15, 2017 Fall Graduation Dec. 14 - Jan. 7, 2018 Winter Break Our Parents’ HelpLine is a phone and email resource for Pack Parents to rely on when it comes to supporting their student(s). Parents should feel free to call our January 8, 2018 First Day of Classes Spring Semester office Monday-Friday between 7:30am - 4:30pm or email our office anytime they January 15, 2018 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day have questions or concerns. March 5 - 9, 2018 Spring Break May 12, 2018 Commencement Parents’ HelpLine Phone: (919) 515.2441 Email: [email protected] Bold indicates dates when there are no classes and the university is closed. Programs and Events The Office of Parents & Families Services has a variety of programs and events designed to bring our parents to campus and celebrate the important roles that parents and families play in the lives of students and within the university MyPack Portal community. Events and programs currently offered are:

MyPack is an online system used by all NC State students to access - Parents & Families Weekend resources for monitoring degree progress and planning; including academic - PacKIN ACTION Sibling Event advising through the advisor dashboard as well as course enrollment, - Spring Fling Weekend student accounts, grades and many other services. Students use their Unity - First in Family Luncheon ID and password to enter this secure site. Students have the choice of - Parent Volunteer Network granting their parents/family members access into a Parent Portal if they - Very Important Parent (VIP) choose to do so. Discount Program Contact Us To grant access, students should log into MyPACK Portal. From the Office of Parents & Families Services Student Center, scroll to the bottom of the page, and select the “Add/Update E. Carroll Joyner Visitor Center Parent Information” link. If not automatically directed to the student Campus Box 7404 center, go to Main Menu > Student Self Service > Campus Personal Raleigh, NC 27695-7404 Information > Parent/Guardian Access. Website: parents.ncsu.edu Welcome to the NC State Family! Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday We are delighted that your student has chosen NC State. Our outstanding community is what makes NC State great, and we know that your family will help make the Wolfpack even stronger. Over the next few years, your student will be immersed in the world-class instruction, innovation, and discovery for which NC State and the Research Triangle are known. Our mission is to ensure that our students have the resources and support needed to make this the most influential period My Student's Contact of their lives, and the next step along their path toward success. Information We are proud to provide our students a great variety of educational opportunities. NC State has ways for students Residence Hall: to gain real-world experience, realize their potential, and discover how they can make an impact through opportunities like honors and scholars programs that produce top-tier thinkers, study abroad programs that offer Room #: global perspectives, or undergraduate research that addresses real-world challenges. We also have an impressive list of co-curricular activities and on-campus programming – everything from pre-professional organizations to Phone #: intramural sports and opportunities for service. We are truly the Think and Do university so our students are sure Mailing Address: to find everything and anything they need to build a strong foundation and be prepared for the future.

And that future is a bright one. NC State produces dozens of national scholars and fellows each year; it is no wonder that job recruiters have ranked our graduates among the most desirable in the nation. A true testament to the value of an NC State education, our alumni contribute more than $4.2 billion to the state economy each Email Address: year. They launch businesses and produce new technologies that change the world in meaningful ways. No matter what your student’s goal is, an NC State education can help make it a reality. Student ID Number:

The success of our students, both in and out of the classroom, is built on a 130-year tradition of excellence in Sending Mail? For details on mailing a education but also upon a productive partnership between families and the university. We strongly believe that package to your on-campus student please see "Life at State" in the back of this you are not only an advocate for your student, but also his or her constant source of encouragement and support. handbook or visit the housing website online at: http://go.ncsu.edu/mail. We want to make sure that you have all the resources you need to be an informed and involved partner. Family Orientation is the first step to helping your student navigate through their transition to college. The Office of Notes Parents & Families Services also has a variety of resources to help keep parents and families informed and connected to university life. I hope you find this calendar and handbook a useful source for information about dates, events, academic life, and student life at NC State.

We are truly excited to have your family join us, whether it is for the first time or if another member is joining the Wolfpack. Welcome to our diverse, tradition-rich, and vibrant community. I wish you and your student the best as we start the academic year together and embark on a bright future.

Sincerely,

Randy Woodson Chancellor Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday August 2017 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2 3 4 5

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Did you waive/enroll your health insurance? Are you connecting with new people? Would you like us to visit for Parents & Families Weekend? Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday September 2017 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2 Ask your student...

How is the food? How are your classes so far? What’s it like to live in a residence hall? Did you schedule a well-visit at Student Health?

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Deadline for Student Parents & Families Parents & Families Blue Ins. Waivers Weekend Weekend 17 18 19 20 21 22 23

Parents & Families Weekend 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday October 2017 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Fall Break Fall Break FAFSA Available at No Classes No Classes fafsa.ed.gov Res. Halls & Univ. Open Res. Halls & Univ. Open 8 9 10 11 12 13 14

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Ask your student... 29 30 31 Do you have many midterms? Did you get your flu shot? When are you meeting with your advisor to register for Spring classes? Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday November 2017 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2 3 4

Ask your student... How are you doing? Have your values or beliefs been challenged? How is (name of student’s club/activity) going? When does your Residence Hall close/open for break? Homecoming 5 6 7 8 9 10 11

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No Classes University Open University Closed University Closed 26 27 28 29 30 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday December 2017 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2 Ask your student...

About academic integrity. How are you feeling about exams? When does your Residence Hall close for break? What are your plans for Winter Break? Remind your student how proud you are of them! Last Day of Classes 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

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When does your Residence Hall reopen? About financial planning for the fall. What are your goals for this semester? Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday February 2018 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2 3

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25 26 27 28 Do you have plans for Spring Break? Have you thought about taking classes or doing an internship this summer? Have you made your housing selection for the fall? Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday March 2018 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2 3 Ask your student...

About Spring Break safety. Have you met with your advisor? Do you have many midterm exams? FAFSA DUE When does your Residence Hall close/open Priority Deadline for Spring Break? FederalCode: 002972

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Ask your student... 29 30 How was your meeting with your advisor? Have you considered taking any Maymester classes? Have you finalized your living arrangements for fall? What do you know about the Dollars and Sense program?

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What are your plans for the summer? How do you think the semester went overall? When do you need to move-out of your Residence Hall close? University Closed Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday June 2018 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2

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Do things seem different? What are your plans for the fall? How does it feel to be home for the summer?

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Summer Session II First day of classes Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday July 2018 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2 3 4 Independence Day 5 6 7

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Ask your student... What does your fall schedule look like? Have you been in touch with your roommate? Do you have a plan for move-in?

Be sure to plan some family time before the summer is over. PACK PARENT All-Access

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday VIP Status The Office of Parents & Families Services facilitates the partnership of parents, students and the university by encouraging parents to become more involved and informed about life at NC State. By partnering with us and supporting your student, you are part of the Wolfpack community, a Very Important Parent (VIP). Your student’s success is dependent on your support and engagement. This is why the Office of Parents & Families Services has worked hard to create two benefit programs exclusively for Pack Parents. Our Parent Pride Points program was developed in collaboration with Student Government and the Student Alumni Association to provide opportunities for parents and students to experience some of the richest Wolfpack traditions NC State has to offer, and the VIP discount program offers local and online discounts. See below for more details. Parent Pride Points VIP Partners

Parent Pride Points provide parents and families with the unique opportunity to HOTELS experience many of our well-known Wolfpack traditions. Listed below are 25 parent Best Western PLUS Cary Inn & Suites Residence Inn Crabtree traditions; some are well-known among students while a few are designed specifically (919) 481.1200 (919) 279.3000 for parents and families, but all should include your NC State student. Any parent or Best Western Raleigh North Downtown SpringHill Suites by Marriott family member can earn Pride Points and will have easy access to a printable list from (919) 872.5000 Raleigh/Cary the Parents & Families Services website for tracking and commemorating each proud (919) 977.7244 parent experience. Courtyard Raleigh Crabtree (919) 782.6868 TownePlace Suites Cary Parents who complete 18 of the 25 Pride Points can send us their list via email and will Weston Parkway receive a commemorative gift. Fairfield Inn & Suites Crabtree (919) 678.0005 (919) 881.9800

- Attend Parents’ Orientation - Dine at Clark Dining Hall Fairfield Inn & Suites Raleigh/Cary ENTERTAINMENT (919) 301.8467 ARTS NC STATE - Help Your Student Move-In - Enjoy Family Dinner at Fountain Ticket Central - Visit the NC State Bookstores - Visit D.H. Hill Library Fairfield Inn & Suites RDU Airport (919) 515.1100 (919) 468-2660 - Paint the Free Expression Tunnel - Experience Hunt Library Broadway Series South - Attend the Chocolate Festival - Take the Krispy Kreme Challenge Hampton Inn & Suites Raleigh Downtown (919) 996.8707 - Pre-Game Party & Football Game - Visit the Memorial Belltower (919) 825.4770 SERVICES - Participate in a Parent Service Project - Whisper in the Wolf Ears Holiday Inn Crabtree Red & White Shop - Send a Care Package - Attend an ARTS NC State Event (919) 782.8600 (919) 803.3268 - Write a Letter of Encouragement - Try Howling Cow Ice Cream Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Security Self-Storage - Serve as a Parent Volunteer - Take the Polar Plunge (919) 854.0001 (888) 680.9038 - Use Your VIP Discount Card - Attend Play4Kay Women's Basketball Game Holiday Inn Raleigh North Excel Moving and Storage - Attend Spring Fling - Take your student to dinner in Raleigh (919) 872.3500 (919) 873.9235 - Dine at Case Dining Hall For a full list of our partners, rates and discount codes please refer Remember Parents & Families Services is supportive of all parents and family to your VIP Member Card. New Pack Parents will receive this card in members of NC State students, and considers all to be Pack Parents. All affiliated August with a new-parent Welcome Packet. programs are open to anyone in the student’s family and all are invited, as well as This information, and more, is available online at go.ncsu.edu/vip. encouraged, to participate. Learn the Free Expression Tunnel: One of three tunnels Moodle: A University website with pages for each connecting the two sides of Main Campus divided course in which a student is enrolled. Via Moodle by railroad tracks. This tunnel is a unique space students can check grades, turn in assignments and SundayLingoMonday Tuesdaydesignated for studentsWednesday to share their thoughts andThursday participate inFriday online discussions. Saturday feelings. It is often used to advertise and highlight Pack-A-Palooza: NC State’s annual street festival, events and opportunities on campus and is ever hosted on Hillsborough Street, is an all-day block Advisor: An individual assigned to your student changing. party on the final day of Wolfpack Welcome Week. to help them along their academic journey. This Grade Exclusion: Undergraduate students have Repeating Courses: Undergraduate students resource provides guidance, shares opportunities and the ability to select up to two NC State courses have the opportunity to repeat a course without helps your student graduate on time. with a grade of C- or below to be excluded from permission if the previous attempt grade earned Atrium: The Atrium is a dining facility located on their cumulative GPA. Students can apply for grade was a D+ or less. To repeat a course where the grade the Brickyard with a variety of meal choices for your exclusions through their MyPack Portal. earned was a C- or better, students must obtain an student. Meal plans and Dining Dollars can be used Parents and students can access more information advisor’s approval first. For more information please here. about grade exclusions online at go online and visit http://go.ncsu.edu/courserepeat. https://policies.ncsu.edu/regulation/reg-02-20-16. (Memorial) Belltower: A monument built on Syllabus: Distributed in all academic courses, the campus to honor NC State alumni soldiers killed Grade Point Average (GPA): Grade Point Average syllabus provides a description, learning outcomes, during World War I. The Belltower, as it is known on (GPA) is a summary (semesterly and cumulative) of course structure and instructor contact information. campus, is the center of many Wolfpack traditions, a student’s academic record and is determined by It also includes required materials such as textbooks, including lighting the tower red after an athletic the grades your student earns. To see the grading grading, policies, assignments and details the team’s win. scale and a GPA calculator, please go online and visit plan for the semester so students can be aware of Brickyard: A plaza located on North Campus that go.ncsu.edu/gpa-calculator. important assignments, plan their time wisely and is a gathering spot for students, organizations fairs Grading System: NC State operates on a complete the course successfully. and events. The official name of the Brickyard is letter grade (A-F) plus/minus grading scale that Talley Student Union: Located on Central Campus, University Plaza. corresponds to grade points and credit hours. To see the recently renovated Talley Student Union is a C-Store: Convenience stores around campus the grading system chart, please go online and visit foundation for student life, offering a vast array of that accept the Wolfpack One Card and offer food, https://policies.ncsu.edu/regulation/reg-02-50-03. programs, dining options and resources. beverages and personal items. Howling Cow: NC State's very own premium ice Technician: The on-campus student newspaper, CODA: Change of Degree Application (CODA) is a cream. Howling Cow is made on campus at the is published Monday through Friday during the centralized resource for students applying to add or Feldmeier Dairy Processing Lab in Schaub Hall and academic year. offers over 15 flavors available at creameries located change majors. Learn more at studentservices.ncsu. Tuffy: NC State’s live mascot. Tuffy is a Tamaskan on both Main and Centennial Campus. edu/your-degree/coda/. Dog that looks like a wolf and makes appearances at Centennial Campus: A portion of NC State’s Hunt Library: The University’s Centennial Campus campus events and athletic games. library, opened in January of 2013. With state-of-the- campus that is centered around the mission of Witherspoon Student Center: One of the student art technology and innovative architecture, it draws research, innovation and collaboration. Outside of centers that holds campus offices, Student Media and students of every discipline here for its features. academic departments, Centennial Campus also has the university’s Campus Cinema. The cinema shows businesses and research programs. Main Campus: The original campus of NC State. films to the NC State community at a discounted rate. Divided by railroad tracks, North Campus houses D.H. Hill: NC State’s Main Campus library. Study Wolfline:Free campus bus service available to all NC many academic buildings whereas Central Campus is rooms, makerspace, a coffee shop and creamery are State students. See Transportation for more details. just some of the features of this campus resource. the hub for student activity. Parents’ Handbook

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Dear PACK PARENT,

Congratulations, you’re now part of the Wolfpack family. Your student is now part of an incredible campus community. And you are part of an amazing extended family.

Our oldest daughter enrolled at NC State in the Poole College of Management in August 2013, graduating in December 2016; and our middle daughter enrolled in the College of Agriculture and Life Science in August 2015. They were excited to start the next chapter of their lives. We were thrilled that they were living in a community that strived to ensure the educational as well as physical and emotional well being of our children. We knew that they would have people to help them with navigating a world away from us and that we would have people in Parents & Families Services to help us navigate being the parent of a college student.

Parents & Families Services is your way of staying connected with the NC State community. The staff is available for any and all questions you may have, helping you understand and navigate through the Wolfpack resources. Attending Parents & Families Weekends held in the Fall and Spring are a great way to connect with your student and other Wolfpack families. Get even more involved by volunteering at the Table of Contents events, and you will really become a part of the Wolfpack experience. As an added benefit, the VIP (Very Important Parent) Program provides discounts on products and services locally and on line – exclusively to Wolfpack families. - Academic Resources Encourage your student to get out there and experience all NC State has to - Financial Resources offer- talk to their advisor and professors, join a club, experience the enthusiasm of the Wolfpack Nation at a game, attend an art exhibit/music production, study abroad - Community Expectations …the list is endless! When they are ready to join the outside working world, NC State has endless resources in career advising, workshops, internship & job - Life at State fairs and Wolfpack alumni willing to help guide them in their post-graduate quest.

- Campus Community Centers Communication is the key freshman year so read the emails you will receive as a - Getting Involved Wolfpack parent. They will help you know what’s happening at NC State. Let your student know you are there when they need you- and they will! - Transportation Welcome to NC State University. The NCSU staff and your fellow parents are glad - Safety & Emergency Comm. you’re here.

- Phone Directory Go Pack!

Sincerely, Sherry and Paul Schubert Academic Resources

UnderstandingSunday NC State’s academicMonday information andTuesday resources provides Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday parents with the knowledge to best support student success. Parents and Attendance students should openly discuss expectations for information sharing and Students are expected to become familiar with the attendance policies set forth for access; and be certain to keep an up-to-date parent profile in MyPack Portal. each of their classes as laid out by the instructor in the syllabus for each course which they are enrolled. NC State does offer excused absences for anticipated reasons, with Academic Integrity documentation. Excuses for unanticipated absences must be reported to the instructor as soon as All NC State students are expected to uphold a standard and environment that is possible, but not more than one week after the return to class. Examples of plagiaristic and cheating free; where an individual’s work is his or her own and unanticipated absences are short-term illness, injury affecting the ability to attend honest. Students who do not uphold this policy will be sent to the Office of Student or to be productive academically while in class, serious illness or death in the family. Conduct for review. Additional information is available online at http://go.ncsu.edu/attendance. Unanticipated Absences include such events as: illness, death of a family member, or a natural disaster. Communication with instructors as soon as possible once the event Academic Standing/Status is known is expected and in everyone’s best interest. If your student is unable to notify instructors, parents/guardians can contact an Absence Verification Officer to work A classification of a student’s academic standing. A student may be classified in one alongside the student to communicate with the student’s instructors. A copy of the of the following categories below. If he or she does not make satisfactory progress verfication message is also sent to the student and the student’s Academic Advisor. toward his or her degree. Academic status will be calculated at the end of every fall, spring and summer term for all enrolled undergraduate students. If you have questions or need more information email [email protected] or visit https://dasa.ncsu.edu/students/absence-verification-process online. Good Standing A student in Good Standing has a cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of at least 2.0. Academic Advising Services Academic Advising Services (AAS) provides quality and timely advising services to Academic Warning undergraduate students with the goal of facilitating academic success, major selection, Students will be placed on Academic Warning and allowed to career exploration and personal enrichment. AAS is a collaboration of professional continue enrollment if they have a cumulative GPA less than cross-curricular advisors who partner to provide walk-in, face-to face, call-in and virtual 2.0 and a grade point deficit of 15 or less, OR a cumulative GPA advising to undergraduate students in transition; training and development for all above 2.0 and a term GPA below 1.0. University advisors; interpretation of academic policy; and application of General Education Plan to support timely degree completion. Academic Probation Students will be placed on Academic Probation for one term after an appeal to return from Academic Suspension has been FERPA approved. Students on Academic Probation who earn a term The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) is a federal law and set of GPA of at least 2.0 during their Probationary term will move to regulations governing the access to, and privacy of, educational records. FERPA gives Academic Warning. Failing to due so will result in Academic students access to most of their academic records as well as the ability to obtain Suspension. copies of these records. This law provides that student records are private and may only be disclosed to school officials, other authorized personnel or with the consent of Academic Suspension the student. This law also allows colleges and universities to publish directory Students will be placed on Academic Suspension if they have a information without consent unless a student chooses to block their information. cumulative GPA less than 2.0 and a grade point deficit greater than 15 at the end of any term, OR fail to maintain a term GPA NC State has made it easy for students to grant consent to parents or guardians so of at least 2.0 for every subsequent fall, spring, or summer term that they may access educational records or financial information through MyPack after being on Academic Warning or Academic Probation. Portal in the student information system.

For more information visit http://go.ncsu.edu/ferpa. Academic Resources

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Career Development Center (CDC) Pre-Professional Programs

The Career Development Center helps students identify a major and figure out their Many NC State students follow their undergraduate education with an advanced career path while working to increase self-confidence and develop professional degree at a professional school. Whether students plan to pursue medical, dental, skills. They connect students searching for co-op, externship, internship or entry veterinary or law degrees, they find the preparation and support they need through level job opportunities with employers through the ePACK system. our Pre-Professional Programs. These programs offer regularly scheduled meetings with an advisor trained to assist students applying to a professional school providing Examples of Resources Available undergraduates with the option to add a pre-professional concentration to their major - Career Exploration without extending their time to graduate. - Jobs + Internships - Co-op Programs Website: go.ncsu.edu/preprofessional - ePACK Pre-Health Phone: (919) 515.2396 - Career Fairs Pre-Health Email: [email protected] - Wolfpack Styled Professional Pre-Health Website: hpa.dasa.ncsu.edu - Clothing Closet Pre-Law Services Phone: (919) 513.1370 - Student Success Pre-Law Services Email: [email protected] Vet-PAC Services Phone: (919) 515.1277 Website: https://cdc.dasa.ncsu.edu Vet-PAC Services Email: [email protected] Phone: (919) 515.2396 Email: [email protected] Facebook: ncsuCareer Undergraduate Research Twitter: @ncsuCareer

Disability Services Office (DSO) The Disability Services Office (DSO) coordinates a variety of academic accommodations for students with disabilities. Students who have, or think they may have, a disability (e.g. mental health, attention, learning, vision, hearing, physical or systemic) are invited to visit our website or contact DSO to arrange a confidential discussion. Phone: (919) 515.7653 Email: [email protected]

University Tutorial Center The Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR) works to support and promote discovery-, inquiry- and creativity-based opportunities through mentored research The University Tutorial Center provides several types of free assistance to suit the experiences. The OUR assists students in identifying mentors and exciting research needs of students in many 100- and 200-level courses, as well as all writing and opportunities in their field, as well as, offering support to the student through speaking needs across the curriculum. By hiring and training qualified students to undergraduate research grants and opportunities to communicate their research to provide a variety of tutorial services, the UTC promotes students to become others through multiple research symposium, a research journal, funding to national independent learners and therefore contribute to NC State students’ academic conferences to present their research and research exploration events. success. The UTC also interacts with on and off-campus partners to share expertise about the tutoring field. Phone: (919) 513.0095 Email: [email protected] Website: tutorial.dasa.ncsu.edu Facebook: NCSU Undergraduate-Research Email: [email protected] Website: https://undergradresearch.dasa.ncsu.edu/ Financial Resources

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday PACK PROMISE NC State’s mission has always been to extend a quality education to the broadest range of deserving students, regardless of income or financial need. Pack Promise is a formal extension of that mission, reaffirming NC State’s historical commitment to access, affordability, student success and encouraging first-generation college students to attend college. The program guarantees a low-debt education, meeting 100% of participants’ demonstrated financial need through a combination of grants, scholarships, Federal Work Study employment and student loans. Students who submit the Employment FAFSA are automatically considered for Pack Promise. Many NC State students hold employment outside of their academic careers to help balance the cost of education. There are many on-campus opportunities available for students, as well as jobs in the Raleigh community. The Career Development Center Cashier’s Office (CDC) is a helpful resource to students looking for on-campus and community-based employment via an electronic job portal called ePACK. The Cashier’s Office serves as the billing and collection agency for most university charges, such as tuition, on-campus housing and meal plans. Student Account Website: https://cdc.dasa.ncsu.edu/students/epack/ representatives are able to assist students, or parents, who have been granted Parent/Guardian Access, with questions about the charges and credits on their account. Online statements are posted monthly to the student’s account. Parents with completed access are notified via email when a new statement is available. Scholarships & Financial Aid The mission is to make an NC State education affordable and accessible. This office Website: go.ncsu.edu/studentaccounts provides scholarships, grants, loans and work funding to support students and their Phone: (919) 515.NCSU (6278) families. The staff is here to help as parents and students navigate the process of Email: [email protected] applying for financial aid.

To be considered for financial assistance by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Dollars and Sense Aid, a student must complete the federal government’s Free Application for Federal Dollars and Sense at NC State is a financial wellness program committed to creating Student Aid (FAFSA). This form, submitted online at www.fafsa.gov, evaluates the students that are financially healthy. The program offers workshops, professional family’s ability to pay for education expenses. Students who submit their FAFSA speakers, peer financial coaching, and other resources that address a variety of to the federal processor by March 1st are given first priority consideration for need financial concerns unique to college life. The program’s hallmark event, Financial based aid. Literacy month, occurring annually in April, offers a full month of fun and informative financial literacy events that equip students with the knowledge and Once a student is offered admission to NC State University, they can begin applying skills necessary to maintain lifelong financial wellness. for NC State Scholarships via the PackASSIST scholarship portal. This portal is located at go.ncsu.edu/PackASSIST. Website: go.ncsu.edu/dollarsandsense Email: [email protected] Website: go.ncsu.edu/financialaid Facebook: Dollars and Sense at NC State Phone: (919) 515-NCSU (6278) Twitter and Instagram: @NCState_DandS Email: [email protected] Community Expectations

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Alcohol & Other Drug Prevention Ed. Student Code of Conduct Through compassion, objectivity and non-judgement we aim to reduce the harm A set of behavioral standards for students in the NC State community. and unwanted consequences associated with alcohol and other drug use. Without This policy covers topics such as academic and non-academic violations condoning underage drinking or illicit drug use, we teach students that engage in and sanctions for those such choices students may make. Students are these behaviors by informing and supporting them through group workshops, encouraged to be familiar with this Code as it applies to them both individual sessions and online education. Support is also available for students, on- and off- campus. For a full version of the Student Code of Conduct, parents and family members that are having difficulties with others’ drug and/or alcohol use. Learn more by visiting the following website and clicking on the parent please go online and visit the Student Code of Conduct website at tab at alcohol.dasa.ncsu.edu. http://studentsofconcern.dasa.ncsu.edu/. Assisting Students of Concern Student Ombuds Services The Case Manager at NC State provides support and resources for students What is an “Ombuds?” A guide for conflict management, prevention and when someone in the community has expressed a concern for their well-being. resolution. An Ombuds provides an informal, impartial, independent and If you, or your student, are concerned about your student or another student at confidential source of assistance. A Student Ombuds advocates for fair NC State, contacting the case manager is a great first step toward connecting processes, working to empower the student to successfully navigate the individuals with support. Through their conversations with students, the case institution to address challenges and identify resources. In short, if a student managers at NC State are often able to guide them through any difficulties they – or a student’s family – has a unique situation and doesn’t know where to may be facing. turn for support, direction or an understanding “ear,” contact Student Ombuds Services (S.O.S.) to explore options and next steps.

Student Behavioral Case Management Students may come to S.O.S. for a variety of reasons. Sometimes students simply want to talk. Some are reluctant to go through formal channels. Students in crisis, or who are exhibiting concerning or worrisome behaviors, Others don’t know where else to go; and some have tried other ways to get often need additional attention in order to ensure the individual and the help, but haven’t found what they need. If you are not sure whether S.O.S. community are safe, and that he/she continue to be successful while at NC can help, please contact us, no matter how big or small your student’s State. The Case Manager works collaboratively with campus resources to concern may be. All conversations are voluntary, confidential and free. ensure the community at large remains safe while the student involved gains the necessary support to remain successful, both academically and personally, while at NC State. Please report any concerns you may have at http://studentsofconcern.dasa.ncsu.edu/. Community Compact Student Conduct NC State’s Community compact is an agreement all students make by choosing to join the NC State community. It is, as follows: The Office of Student Conduct is responsible for the coordination of all aspects of the student conduct process at NC State University. This includes providing As members of the NC State Community: We affirm a commitment to educational programs to students, consulting with faculty, and managing the integrity and the pursuit of excellence in our academic, personal and review process for the resolution of alleged student misconduct. This office also professional endeavors. We honor freedom of thought and expression. plays a pivotal role in responding to, and the management of, students who We respect the diversity of individuals and groups. We affirm our demonstrate concerning behaviors. commitment to fairness and justice. We commit to conducting ourselves in accordance with the highest ethical standards. We foster engagement Phone: (919) 515.2963 in a culture of service and stewardship within the NC State, national and Email: [email protected] global communities. Life at State The Red & White Song We’re the Red and White from State. And we know we are the best. At SundayNC State, experience is Mondayeducation. In addition toTuesday learning the skills of theirWednesday Thursday Friday Saturday A hand behind our back, field in classrooms, labs, internships and co-ops, students are encouraged to we can take on all the rest. break-out and experience what NC State offers in campus life. Whether Come over the hill, Caroline. students aim to nurture one’s passion or explore new interests, State offers Devils and Deacs stand in line. hundreds of interest-based activities for students to pursue. The Red and White from NC State. − Go State! Athletics NC State Athletics aims to prepare student-athletes to compete at the highest level and to inspire them to be leaders now, and in the future, by providing the best Faith-based Communities environment to achieve their athletic, academic and personal aspirations. It also provides a venue for students and Wolfpack fans to gather and support NC State NC State offers a diverse array of faith communities around campus. With over sixty Athletic events. registered student organizations that identify in the religious/spiritual community, many opportunities are provided for students to engage in their spiritual development Website: GoPack.com while at NC State. For a listing of registered religious and spiritual organizations, Phone: (919) 865.1510 please visit the website below. Organizations can be searched by category first, then Email: [email protected] select Religious/Spiritual to access this list. Facebook: NC State Athletics Twitter and Instagram: @PackAthletics Website: https://getinvolved.ncsu.edu/organizations Bookstores Legal Services for Students We are your on-campus source for course University Student Legal Services is a nonprofit corporation initiated by the materials, technology, schools supplies and spirit Student Government at NC State which is funded by student fees. The purpose of wear, with two convenient locations on campus: Legal Services is to provide education, advice and representation within the scope Wolfpack Outfitters in Talley Student Union and of the prepaid legal plan. This office promotes preventative law, enabling students to Wolf Ridge on Centennial Campus. Consult our make educated choices. The Services’ plan is registered with the North Carolina State online price comparison tool for the best price Bar, the parameters of which are set by students at NC State. Legal Services is aimed at on course materials. Every purchase benefits helping students resolve their legal problems with as little disruption as possible to students through scholarships and student their primary education endeavors. programming. Website: studentlegal.dasa.ncsu.edu Website: bookstore.ncsu.edu Phone: (919) 515.7091 Phone: (919) 515.2161 Email: [email protected] Office of International Services (OIS) Campus Cinema The Office of International Services (OIS) provides immigration advising and Located on the corner of Dan Allen and Cates Avenue in the Witherspoon Student cross-cultural programming needs for the university’s more than 3,000 Center, Union Activities Board (UAB) presents films ranging from independent works international students who come from over 110 different countries. Services include to the latest Hollywood blockbusters in digital projection with Dolby Digital Surround advising students on immigration regulations and university policies; authorizing Sound. With 463 seats, the Witherspoon Campus Cinema provides students with many certain types of on- or off- campus employment sanctions for F-1 and J-1 visa opportunities throughout the year to watch movies and even get free sneak peek holders; and providing cultural programs designed to enrich the cultural and previews. Tickets are FREE for NC State community and the general public. One free academic experience of the international community. Learn more about our popcorn per person for all UAB films. unique cross-cultural programs online.

Website: http://UAB.ncsu.edu/films-schedule/ Website: go.ncsu.edu/ois-programs Life at State

NCSunday State DiningMonday Tuesday WednesdayUnderstandingThursday MealFriday Plans Saturday NC State’s award-winning dining program offers food options that are convenient, fresh, wholesome and delicious. We have over 35 dining locations across the NC NC State Dining offers a variety of meal plan options that can be tailored State campus, all of which accept some aspect of the meal plan. From traditional to your specific needs. Choose from our Weekday, Everyday, Deluxe or 150 dining halls to a mix of restaurants, cafes and convenience stores, our program is Meals-per-Semester Plans. designed to meet the unique needs and tastes of our student body.

Nutrition We also offer a Commuter/Apartment Plan comprised of $750 Dining Dollars Students can find fresh, healthy and delicious food options in every turn at NC and comes with a five percent discount at the register. State. With our very own nutrition team, NC State Dining is here to help students make healthy decisions that will help them do their best in school and assist with For Athletic Meal Plans, students should consult their coach on which option the management of food allergies, intolerances and dietary preferences. Daily is best for your student. nutritional information can be found on the digital menu boards, online or via the OnCampus mobile app. Nutrition kiosks are located at each dining venue where Dining Dollars are flexible funds that can be used to: students can check the daily menu for allergens, ingredients and nutritional content. - Cover the difference if more than the allotted Meal Credit is spent Encourage your student to follow @WellFedWolfpack on Twitter and Instagram for nutrition updates, health and wellness tips, recipes, prizes and more. - Buy extra meals or snacks - Make purchases at the C-Stores and vending machines

Parking Permits Meal Plan Changes Parking Permits are available to purchase through the Transportation website Students have until September 30 (fall semester) and January 31 (spring beginning in early July. The date students can apply and purchase is based on the semester) to make changes to their plan via NC State Dining’s website number of credit hours completed. Annual cost depends on the type of permit http://dining.ncsu.edu. Differences will be prorated. purchased. Students can purchase permits online; they are sold on a first come first served basis. Permits are mailed directly to the student address provided at the time of purchase. Permits purchased after the fall semester begins, may be picked up at the Transportation office. Please allow 2 business days for processing. For Wolfpack One Card additional information please visit the website below or call NCSU Transportation. The Wolfpack One Card is a unified identification card that students use to access campus services, such as spending Website: http://www2.acs.ncsu.edu/trans/index.html accounts, athletic events, the gym and restricted areas like Phone: (919) 515.3424 residence halls and labs. The AllCampus account is a debit account where monies can be deposited for use at various locations around campus, such as dining locations and University Student Centers vending, NC State Bookstores, Health Services, Wolf Print and Ticket Central. It is especially important to have funds We strive to provide a clean, safe and welcoming environment for the NC State in this account to use Wolf Print printers as this is the only community. In support of the university’s educational mission, the Student form of payment campus printers accept. Dining accounts Centers provide support to events and activities that will enrich the student such as meal swipes and Dining Dollars are also accessed experience. By way of formal and informal experiences, the Students Centers through this card. Students are encouraged to keep their serve as a cornerstone for student growth, learning and involvement. We also Wolfpack One Card on them at all times, both on- and off- offer excellent on-campus jobs that provide flexible hours and opportunities for campus, for identification purposes and to access student growth. Facilities include Talley Student Union and Witherspoon Student Center. discounts at local businesses. Website: https://campusenterprises.ncsu.edu/university_student_centers/ Website: http://onecard.ncsu.edu Phone: (919) 515.7012 Phone: (919) 515.3090 Facebook: NCStateStudentCenters Facebook: NC State Wolfpack One Card Twitter: @NCSU_StudentCtr Life at State Move-In Tips from the Pros Moving to college is an exciting time for your student and your family. To help prepare for move- in events, we encourage you to plan ahead and take your time. There will be over 750+ volunteers Friday and Saturday to help welcome and assist your family with an extra set of hands, if needed. UniversitySunday HousingMonday Tuesday WednesdayTo better prepare, we Thursdayasked our students some of theirFriday top tips to make this processSaturday even easier. Top Tips for Move-In University Housing provides several on-campus living options for more than 8,000 students through 20 residence halls and 4 on-campus apartments. Living on campus - Be sure to print your loading permit and have it displayed while unloading is an essential part of the Wolfpack experience and students are required to live in - Bring a hand truck or cart if you have one University Housing their first year. University Housing staff have developed unique - Bring a mallet for bed lofting and a toolkit residential experiences to promote academic and personal success. On-campus - Don’t overpack (there is no need for winter summer housing options are also available to students taking summer classes or clothes in August) interning in the greater Raleigh area. Students should apply for on-campus housing - Connect with roommates to avoid duplicating items unnecessarily through MyPack Portal. - Pack in plastic tubs with lids (these can double as storage containers) Living and Learning Villages allow students to pursue their academic and personal - Dress comfortably and stay hydrated goals in close collaboration with mentors, professors and others who share common interests. For more information on Living and Learning Villages, go online to Have fun! go.ncsu.edu/villages.

Resident Advisor (RAs) are students trained and employed by University Housing Mail & Packages to build community and maintain a safe living and learning environment within a Students who live on-campus regularly receive mail and packages. Items sent through residence hall or on-campus apartment. RAs are resources and peer role models for the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) to University Residence Halls are delivered daily students. They work with residents to plan activities that support students’ personal, Monday-Friday, from the department of University Housing. The Campus Mail Center academic and professional success. does not handle delivered to the residence halls. All handling, sorting and delivery of Fraternity & Sorority Life student mail/packages in the Residence Halls is done by University Housing. Delivery Service (FedEx, UPS, etc.) The Department of Fraternity and Sorority Life (FSL) aims to prepare students for Packages sent through a delivery service such as FedEx or UPS will be delivered society through a values-based fraternal experience. Focusing on Chapter Services, directly to the student’s Residence Hall/apartment 24-hour service desk and bypass Council and Community Development and the Living/Learning Experience, the the Campus Mail Center. Community Assistants at the hall/apartment desks will notify Department provides holistic development of affiliated students. For more information residents that a package has been received for them. The resident is responsible for visit fsl.dasa.ncsu.edu or call (919) 513.2910. retrieving the package.

Chapter Services USPS Mail Delivery The fraternity/sorority community at NC State is comprised of 50+ men’s and women’s To ensure correct delivery of mail, use the address formats listed below: organizations including over ​2,800 students representing more than ​13% of undergraduates at NC State. Staff members meet regularly with chapter leaders, Wolf Village Apartments Student’s Name 2730 Wolf Village Way Unit (Mailbox #) alumni and national representatives to ensure chapters are providing meaningful Raleigh, NC 27607 experiences for their members. Wolf Ridge Apartments Student’s Name 1910 Entrepreneur Drive Unit (Mailbox #) Raleigh, NC 27606 Council and Community Development All Residence halls except Avent Ferry Complex Student’s Name (Mailbox #) FSL advises four governing councils within the fraternity/sorority community. The Residence Hall Name Interfraternity Council is comprised of men’s organizations while the Panhellenic Raleigh, NC 27607 Association is comprised of women’s organizations. The Multicultural Greek Council Avent Ferry Complex Student’s Name 2110 Avent Ferry Road Unit (Mailbox #) organizations honor specific cultural traditions. The National Pan-Hellenic Council is Raleigh, NC 27606 comprised of historically African American fraternities and sororities. For E.S. King Village and Western Manor Apartments, residents should use their Living/Learning Experience physical street address and apartment number. Greek Village serves as the hub to all members of FSL organizations, providing a place to break bread, host philanthropy events, facilitate member activities and much more. Parents are encouraged to send students care packages and notes of encouragement Chapter Resident Directors live on-site to ensure facility safety as well as compliance throughout the year! with University standards. Life at State

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Counseling Center The Counseling Center provides NC State students a confidential space to discuss personal, academic and/or career concerns. Services include individual, group and couples counseling. Online screenings for mental health concerns, career testing, psychiatric evaluations and workshops to address various academic and personal topics are also offered. Services are short-term, with referrals provided as appropriate. Most services are covered by student health fees and will be no additional cost to enrolled students. Professionals are available 24/7 for student mental health emergencies by accessing the on-call counselor after hours at the contact below.

Website: counseling.dasa.ncsu.edu Phone: (919) 515.2423 Student Health Services NC State Student Health Services is nationally ranked among the best student health 2017 - 2018 Flu Clinics services in the U.S. and is ranked #1 in North Carolina by the Princeton Review. Student Health serves as the primary medical provider for enrolled students and is There is no appointment required. Students will need to present a copy of their accredited by the Accreditation Association of Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC). insurance card and their Student ID. We are committed to providing affordable, accessible, high quality primary medical Date Time Location services, and work to provide every student with prompt, individualized medical care no matter what health insurance they carry. In-house services, such as laboratory and Tues., Sept 26, 2017 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Piedmont Ballroom (Talley) x-ray, travel clinic, physical therapy, women’s health, dietary counseling, dentistry and allergy shots are available. Specialty services are provided by outside partners and Tues., Oct. 3, 2017 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Piedmont Ballroom (Talley) include, dermatology, orthopaedics and gastroenterology. In addition, we have a network of community medical professionals we refer to should a student need care Tues., Oct. 10, 2017 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Piedmont Ballroom (Talley) outside of our scope. Our on-site pharmacy fills prescriptions from both in house and Mon., Oct. 16, 2017 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. EB 1 (Centennial Campus) outside providers, will transfer existing prescriptions and sells over-the-counter medications to help keep students well. Tues., Oct. 17, 2017 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Piedmont Ballroom (Talley) Dental Services Fri., Oct. 27, 2017 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Piedmont Ballroom (Talley) Student Health Services has contracted with Campus Smiles to offer dental services to students. Campus Smiles has two locations, Centennial Campus and Main Campus in Wed., Nov. 1, 2017 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. EB 2 (Centennial Campus) Student Health. Both locations provide all preventative dentistry services along with general restorative and other major dental procedures including Invisalign®. Thurs., Nov. 9, 2017 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Piedmont Ballroom (Talley) Most major dental insurance plans are accepted. To schedule an appointment call (919) 515.8979. For more information, visit the Dental page on Student Health’s Thurs., Nov. 16, 2017 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Piedmont Ballroom (Talley) website listed below. Fri., Dec. 1, 2017 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Piedmont Ballroom (Talley) Website: healthypack.dasa.ncsu.edu Phone: (919) 515.2563 Wed., Jan. 10, 2018 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. EB 1 (Centennial Campus) Email: [email protected] Facebook: NC State Student Health Wed., Jan. 17, 2018 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Piedmont Ballroom (Talley) Twitter: @NCSTATESHS Instagram: ncstate_healthypack -- Life at State

UniversitySunday RecreationMonday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday The mission of University Recreation is to inspire a culture of wellness by providing quality, innovative and inclusive collegiate recreation programs, services and facilities that promote healthy, active lifestyles to enhance student success.

University Recreation is proud to be a leader of wellness at NC State and has built a multifaceted approach to inspire and engage the entire Wolfpack community in healthy, active living.

Facilities - Miller Outdoor Recreation Field Group Fitness provides more than 100 classes every week designed for every fitness - Method Road Recreation Complex level. Challenge yourself by taking a cycling, TRX®, yoga, BODYPUMP™, Zumba® or - Twelve Outdoor Tennis Courts other fitness class formats to experience firsthand how we make fitness fun. Students - Four Outdoor Basketball Courts can take their structured workout to the next level with Small Group Training where our - Fit Ground Outdoor Functional Training Area coaches lead workshops on Olympic lifting, boxing and more. - Centennial Campus Recreation Fields - Centennial Campus Disc Golf Course Students are able to receive one-on-one attention from one of our nationally certified Personal Trainers. Learn how to exercise, improve performance, and establish fitness With more than 700 students employed annually through University Recreation, goals. students enhance their development through practical application and learn transferable skills that will prepare them for their future career. Our Wellness team offers health education programs for students and university groups. Learn stress management techniques, strategies to stay active at NC State and Carmichael Complex lifestyle modification tips from our team of experts. Sessions can be facilitated in Carmichael, residence halls, offices or other areas to meet the specific needs of a Carmichael is a 350,000 sq. ft. facility designed to help students achieve their group. personal recreation, fitness and wellness goals. Intramural Sports are perfect for students who are looking to compete against fellow Features NC State students in a variety of team sports, tournaments and special events such as - Six Strength & Conditioning Centers flag football, basketball, soccer, softball, volleyball and some non-traditional sports like (30,000 sq. ft.) pool battleship and cricket. - Six Fitness/Activity Rooms - Eleven Indoor Basketball/ Multipurpose For students seeking a more competitive sports experience, they are encouraged Courts to check out one of our Club Sport teams that include but are not limited to: rugby, - 25 Yard Pool and Dive Well lacrosse, bass fishing, rowing and triathlon. These student-led organizations practice - 50 Meter Pool regularly and compete against other colleges and universities at local, state and - Indoor Climbing Wall national levels. - Indoor Track - Fourteen Racquetball Courts Outdoor Adventures offer students unique outdoor trips, educational clinics and the - One Squash Court WolfWheels bike rental service. Students may also rent outdoor equipment from the - Personal Training Suite Outdoor Adventures Equipment Rental Center and climb to new heights on the indoor - Men’s, Women’s and Single Occupant climbing wall. Students can challenge themselves individually or build teams through Locker Rooms customized low and high-rope element programs at our Challenge Course located in - Steam Room and Sauna Schenck Memorial Forest. - Equipment Checkout - Day Use Lockers Visit recreation.ncsu.edu to learn more. - Social Lounges Campus Community Centers

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday- Sisterhood DinnerThursday Friday Saturday - Human Rights Day Observance - Building Future Faculty Program - NC State Regulation Updates (parental leave and domestic partners) - Faculty Liaisons and Mentoring Fellows

In particular for students, the Student Diversity area is responsible for: - Student Recruitment - University Diversity Mini-Grant Program - Chancellor’s Creating Community Awards - Campus Religious and Spirituality Study - Campus-Wide Diversity Dialogue Presentations (past dialogues have featured actress America Ferrera, author Dr. James Loewen, and educator/ filmmaker Dr.Shakti Butler)

Website: www.ncsu.edu/oied Phone: (919) 515.3148 Email: [email protected] Twitter: @NCStateOIED Office of Institutional Equity & Diversity African-American Cultural Center The Office for Institutional Equity and Diversity (OIED) brings the offices of Equal The NC State African-American Cultural Center promotes awareness of, and Opportunity & Equity and Diversity & Inclusion together with four campus appreciation for, African-American and other African descent experiences through community centers: the African-American Cultural Center; the Gay, Lesbian, activities and events, a​ll of which work to enhance academic excellence and Bisexual & Transgender (GLBT) Center; Multicultural Student Affairs (MSA); and strengthen cultural competence for the campus and surrounding communities. the Women’s Center. OIED also offers diversity and equity training through their The center stays actively engaged in the academic life of NC State with programs, Outreach & Education unit and a campus wide diversity newsletter, the Diversity resources and services that facilitate the cultural, intellectual and social growth of Digest. the entire university community.

Equal Opportunity & Equity AACC Programs OIED’s Equal Opportunity & Equity unit is responsible for: - Harambee - Equal Employment - Artists-in-Residence - Opportunity/Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) Compliance - Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Campus Commemorations - Discrimination and Harassment Complaint Processing - Annual African Diaspora Film Festival - Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance - Student Engagement Organizations (African Student Union, Black Graduate - Discrimination and Harassment Prevention Outreach Student Association, Peace Church, Society of African American Culture, - Equal Opportunity Training for Students and Employees Uninhibited Praise Gospel Choir) - Title IX Compliance - Art Gallery - Library and Media Room Diversity & Inclusion - AYA Ambassadors OIED’s Diversity & Inclusion unit is responsible for: - University Diversity Committees (African American Faculty/Staff Organization, Website: www.ncsu.edu/aacc Multicultural Faculty Group, Hispanic/Latino Faculty Group and others) ​Newsletter: go.ncsu.edu/aaccnewsletter - Facilitation of Diversity-Related Councils (Council on the Status of Women, ​Phone: (919) 515.5210 University Diversity Advisory Council, American Indian Advisory Council, ​Email: [email protected] Chancellor’s African American Community Advisory Council, Staff Diversity Facebook: NCSU African American Cultural Center Advisory Board) Twitter: @ncsuaacc Campus Community Centers

Sunday Monday Tuesday WednesdayMSA ProgramsThursday Friday Saturday - Symposium for Multicultural Scholars GLBT Center - Peer Mentor Program (PMP) - Freshman Honors Convocation The NC State GLBT Center’s mission is to engage, develop, and empower - Hispanic Heritage Month members of the gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender communities and their - Native American Heritage Month allies. It strives to increase the NC State campus community’s understanding - Indigenous Peoples’ Day of diversity by working collaboratively to raise awareness, promote respect and - Black History Month create a culture of equity, inclusion and social justice. In order to fulfill that - Asian American and Pacific Islander mission, we help students connect to form social support networks, offer - Heritage Month identity-based and health-related information and resources, consult with Website: oied.ncsu.edu/MSA/ - The Tunnel of Oppression students individually and collectively on issues related to personal identity and Phone: (919) 515.3835 - Pow Wow academic success, refer students to a wide variety of resources on campus and Email: [email protected] - Multicultural Graduation Celebration in the local community, provide professional and leadership development Twitter: @NCState_MSA - Native Space opportunities, and host educational events and programs. The center provides Instagram: ncstatemsa - Alternative Service Break - Atlanta support for six student organizations, including the GLBT Community Alliance - Student Organizations: Afrikan American Student Advisory Council (AASAC), (GLBTCA), Out in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (oSTEM), Asian Students in Alliance (ASIA), Native American Student Association (NASA), Queer People of Color (QPOC), T-files (a transgender peer support group), Mi Familia, Hispanic/Latinx Collaborative, Multicultural Leaders Collaborative, AcePack (an asexual/aromantic discussion group), and Bi/Pan@NCSU Student Mentor Association and W.E.B. DuBois Honor Society (a bisexual/pansexual discussion group).

GLBT Programs - GLBT Symposium Women’s Center - GLBT History Month A catalyst and resource that advances gender equity and social - Transgender Awareness Week justice through education, advocacy and leadership for the - GLBT Holiday Potluck campus community. The center provides gender-related - Social Justice January programs, advocacy services for survivors of interpersonal - Alternative Service Break: San Francisco violence, and offers leadership and service opportunities for - Week of Action students, faculty and staff. Although a women’s center, gender - Lavender Graduation is seen on a continuum and everyone is welcome at the Center.

Website: www.ncsu.edu/glbt Women’s Center Programs Phone: (919) 513.9742 - Alternative Service Break Trips (Atlanta, Guatemala) Email: [email protected] - Take Back the Night Annual March & Rally Facebook: GLBT Center - Sexual Assault Awareness Month Twitter: @glbtcenter - Don’t Cancel That Class Program - Domestic Violence Awareness Month Multicultural Student Affairs (MSA) - Advocacy Services (counseling, financial and other assistance) - Women of Welch (WOW) Village Multicultural Student Affairs (MSA) researches, designs and implements unique - The Movement Peer Educators programs that promote the pursuit of academic success, retention and - Chocolate Festival graduation of students from historically underrepresented and marginalized populations. Many of the programs and services expand students’ cultural Website: www.ncsu.edu/womens-center horizons while honoring their respective cultural experiences. MSA works in Phone: (919) 515.2012 conjunction with a number of university departments and colleges to conduct Email: [email protected] programs related to recruitment, orientation, retention and graduation in Facebook: NC State University Women’s Center addition to academic, personal, professional and cultural development, which Twitter: @ncsu_womensctr foster skills and strategies for being successful at NC State. Commuter Students Getting Involved Contrary to popular belief, students who commute to college have many of the same opportunities to engage in campus life and are encouraged, even more-so, to get involved. The college transition for commuting students is similar in many ways to Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesdayon-campus residents,Thursday but often brings to light aFriday transition of its own. HelpSaturday your commuting student maximize their experience by encouraging them to get connected on campus; to spend time outside of class utilizing the many resources, facilities and Arts NC State activities available to all students. Arts NC State is a collective of six visual and performing arts programs at NC State: The Crafts Center, Dance Program, Gregg Museum of Art & Design, Music Department, NC State LIVE Performing Art Series, and University Theatre. Each Inter-residence Council (IRC) year, Arts NC State provides hundreds of outstanding arts opportunities for our The Inter-Residence Council (IRC) is a student-led residential and educational resource students & community to explore, learn, create and grow. Tickets to performances organization supporting on campus residents by providing leadership services and are available from Ticket Central (located in Thompson Hall and also soon in Talley opportunities; creating a link between the residents and the larger community. Student Union) or online. Care Packages Website: https://arts.ncsu.edu IRC’s largest fundraiser is the coordination of Care Packages for students. Parents can Phone: (919) 513.1800 go online directly to order NC State Care Packages at any time throughout the Email: [email protected] academic year, visit http://www.ocm.com/ncs/carepackages to order directly.

Website: http://irc.ncsu.edu Lonnie Poole Golf Course NC State’s Lonnie Poole Golf Course serves many needs of the university through its championship links and well-appointed clubhouse. It’s a venue for the Men’s and Women’s Varsity Golf teams and a training facility for future club managers, golf professionals and turf managers. It is also a great asset to the public with 18-holes of challenging golf, a full-service golf shop, indoor training facilities, a restaurant offering an outdoor fireplace and fire pit patio with breathtaking views of downtown Raleigh. The restaurant accepts Dining Dollars and AllCampus accounts. Students are offered discounted golf/cart fees of $40 (M-Th) and $55 (Fri-Sun) just for being a student.

Website: go.ncsu.edu/lpgc Phone number: (919) 833.3338 Center for Student Leadership, Facebook: Lonnie Poole Golf Course at NC State University Ethics & Public Service (CSLEPS) Student Success Fund The Center for Student Leadership, Ethics & Public Service provides unique learning opportunities that embody the value of leadership, service, responsible At NC State, we know that many of the experiences with the greatest impact on citizenship and ethics. We envision fearless leaders who transform communities student success take place outside of the classroom. The Student Success Fund helps and forge a socially just world for all people. Opportunities for students to become provide students with access to the opportunities that have the greatest impact on engaged include Alternative Service Break (ASB), leadership development their college experience — experiences that help students grow as innovative, critical workshops and service initiatives focusing on local, national and global social thinkers, ready to go out into the world and change it for the better. Gifts to the justice issues. Student Success Fund mean that even more students will benefit from the experiences and support they need to excel in their program and prepare for the Website: http://csleps.dasa.ncsu.edu/ future. Phone: (919) 515.9248 Facebook: CSLEPS- Center for Student Leadership, Ethics & Public Service Website: giving.dasa.ncsu.edu Twitter: @CSLEPS Phone: (919) 513.3401 Getting Involved

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Student Involvement Study Abroad With more than 600 student organizations across campus, there is no reason for Study abroad allows students to develop skills required to face the grand the Wolfpack to ever get bored. Student Involvement supports students as they challenges of society - it deepens intercultural sensitivity, challenges participants to explore meaningful co-curricular experiences by providing resources, advising and think more critically and creatively, and broadens both personal and academic programming. Student Involvement is responsible for oversight and advising many perspectives. It teaches independence, flexibility, and the ability to deal with student organizations including Student Government and the Union Activities Board ambiguity. Study Abroad students distinguish themselves from their peers by (UAB). developing these skills and engaging in a unique learning environment abroad.

Website: http://studentinvolvement.dasa.ncsu.edu Student participants fulfill major, minor and general education program courses Phone: (919) 515.2797 abroad. For all majors, with academic planning, study abroad does not delay graduation at NC State. There are many resources available to help fund a study abroad experience. Early planning is encouraged to ensure students are able to take Student Media advantage of the funding available and maintain progress towards graduation. Students are eligible to receive financial aid (including loans, grants and As a public forum for free expression, Student scholarships) for the cost of any study abroad program. Semester exchange Media at North Carolina State University exist to programs provide the most economical option for most students since standard inform and to entertain, first and foremost, the tuition and fees keep the cost of a semester abroad comparable to a semester on students followed by members of the surrounding campus at NC State. In addition to study abroad scholarships, there are many other community and peers in the journalism profession. financial resources available in support of study abroad.

Working in student media gives participants hands-on We support students throughout the process from initial interest, while abroad and experience in the mass media which will assist them upon return. We look forward to working with your students and hope that you will regardless of their career goals. By upholding the encourage them to contact us. highest standards of journalistic ethics, the student run media will help students become competent as ethical and responsible adults, who are enthusiastic Website: http://studyabroad.ncsu.edu about their future involvement in human affairs and Phone: (919) 515.2087 optimistic about their future. Email: [email protected] Instagram: @NCStateStudyAbroad Media Twitter: @NCSUStudyAbroad Facebook: @NCStateStudyAbroad The Technician covers news, features and sports with two print editions per week and maintains daily operations at technicianonline.com. Nubian Message continues to represent the African-American voice across the NC State campus. Union Activities Board WKNC 88.1 FM is a 25,000-watt radio station on air 24/7/365 and online at wknc. org dedicated to local and alternative music programming. WKNC and its DJs are The Union Activities Board (UAB) is a student led organization that plans original consistently recognized as among the best in the Triangle. and traditional events to attract students from all backgrounds. Comprised of seven Agromeck, a year in review, has earned seven Pacemaker national awards and four unique committees, the UAB creates innovative activities that stimulate, motivate, Gold Crowns since 2004. Agromeck can be purchased online at educate and involve the student body; striving to enhance the student experience studentmedia.ncsu.edu/agromeck/buy-the-book/. by providing fun and informative campus programs. Windhover, a literary and visual arts journal, has received the Pacemaker national Website: http://uab.ncsu.edu award 13 times and the Gold Crown three times. Facebook: NCStateUAB Website: studentmedia.ncsu.edu Twitter: UABncsu Phone: (919) 515.2441 Events Schedule: https://uab.ncsu.edu/events/ Transportation

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday NCSU Transportation offers students a variety of options to meet their diverse NC State’s transit system, the Wolfline, carries an average of almost 19,000 transportation and parking needs. Transportation manages the sale of riders per day and connects NC State’s three campuses and surrounding parking permits and parking facilities. Wolfline, the University’s transit system area. Students also have access to city and regional buses via the GoPass connects the three campuses and the surrounding area. Several alternative program allowing them to travel to any destination in the Triangle; transportation options are available including GoPass, which is available for including the RDU Airport, Amtrak train station, Duke, UNC and Research a minimal handling fee to students and allows them to ride both the city and Triangle Park. regional buses fare-free. Wolfline (Intracampus) Bicycles/Walking All Wolfline buses are accessible and equipped with TransLoc (download Bicycling is an inexpensive, healthy and environmentally-friendly way to travel the free app) which allows riders to see real-time bus locations online. No to, from and around campus. Bike racks are conveniently located throughout fare is required. Service frequency varies, but generally daytime service is all three campuses. Students are strongly encouraged to purchase a u-bolt for available every 10 - 15 minutes. Saturday/Sunday daytime service connects safe and secure storage. They may also register their bicycles with University the libraries and a Saturday circulator serves Wolf Village. Evening service Police and Transportation at no charge. operates until approximately 3am Wolfline buses run each day classes are held and during exams. They provide intra-campus service to the Parking Enforcement McKimmon Center, park and ride lots, storage lots and surrounding areas Appropriate parking permits must be displayed between the hours of along the routes. 7am-5pm, Monday - Friday (most residential areas are enforced until midnight, Bus service does not run on official Monday - Thursday). Permits are not required after 5pm in any unreserved university holidays. space or lot. Never park in a “24-hr Reserved” space, accessibility space, fire lane or area not specifically designated for parking. Students and visitors City/Regional should pay close attention to signs. The GoPass program, which is available for a minimal handling fee, allows Parking Permits students to ride city buses, GoRaleigh All students (including freshmen) living on or off campus may purchase a and regional buses and GoTriangle for parking permit until all available student parking spaces are sold. Demand for no fare. All that is needed to travel to any permits does exceed supply. A nine-digit student ID is required. Permits are Raleigh or Triangle destination is a purchased online at the Transportation website beginning in early July. The GoPass swipe card. date students can apply and purchase is based on the number of credit hours completed. Annual cost depends on the type of permit purchased. Students Students can order their GoPass online at can purchase permits online; they are sold on a first come first served basis. the Transportation website beginning in Permits are mailed directly to the student address provided at the time of early July. Students will need their valid purchase. Permits purchased after the fall semester begins, may be picked up student ID number to complete the online at the Transportation office. Please allow 2 business days for processing. order; the GoPass is then mailed to the address specified at time of order. WolfTrails NC State Transportation provides a variety of alternative transportation programs for your student. Offering a student carpool program, ShareTheRide Phone: (919) 515.3424 NC, NC State’s social network for ridesharing; the Zipcar, a car sharing Website: www.ncsu.edu/transportation program; WolfWheels, where students can rent bicycles for a minimal cost. Facebook: NCSUTransportation Students have many options with WolfTrails. Learn more about all options on Twitter: @ncsuwolfline the Transportation website. Safety & Emergency Communication

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday PACK A BAG! A Special Message to PACK PARENTS Unplanned events are exactly that – unplanned and often unexpected! We NC State has a Responsible Behavior Initiative. As part of its mission, the recommend being ready to move quick with an emergency kit (bag) and have education provided for students emphasizes responsibility to oneself and the following supplies readily available in residence halls, apartments, homes the community. Talk with your student about decision making, expectations and offices for the first 24 hours of an event or until normal conditions return: and general best practices for personal safety. - At least 1 gallon of drinking water Here are a few tips to highlight: - Blankets or sleeping bag - Non-perishable food and can opener - Flashlight with batteries - Take responsibility for personal safety and security - First aid kit - Keep the door to your residence hall room locked at all times - Prescription medications and eyeglasses - Don’t give out access codes for residence halls - Food for pets - Report lost keys immediately - Don’t prop doors open - Be aware of surroundings when walking at night More resources for Pack Ready planning can be found online at - Don’t walk with headphones in go.ncsu.edu/packready. - Remain in well-lit areas - Lock your vehicle WolfAlert is NC State’s official emergency communication system. North - Do not leave items unattended at any time Carolina State takes the safety of its community very seriously and with only - Students should register bicycles with Transportation (free of charge) the highest regard. In the case of an emergency, there are several actions in - Communicate any suspicious activity with an RA or university administrator place as part of the WolfAlert system.

Have a communication plan in place with your student so you both know Audible Alerts Around campus, there are mounted speakers that send audible how you would communicate in the event of an emergency on campus. signals to widespread areas. Generally these messages will be brief with specific instructions and direct listeners how to stay up-to-date. Emergency Preparedness Student Text Alerts Your student has the ability to opt-in to receive text MAKE A PLAN! messages to their cell phone with Do you have a personal emergency plan? Consider where you would go safety alerts. The message will be if an emergency strikes your home. A personal emergency plan should brief and contain safety instructions have alternate locations in case your home is impacted. Without charge, or details they need to know cell phone batteries will go dead, be sure to keep emergency phone immediately. Your student can numbers and emergency medical information written down should you register to receive these texts in need assistance. MyPack Portal.

On campus, NC State relies on a variety of plans to support emergency Online Notifications WolfAlerts are preparedness and operations. Emergency Management and Mission also posted on the NC State’s Continuity uses an `all hazards’ approach to emergency planning which homepage, www.ncsu.edu, and allows for the management of a variety of situations regardless of the posted online via social media. cause. With the help of EMMC, the campus community is encouraged to Follow University Police and Parents be prepared for a variety of emergencies that may last a few hours or a & Families Services on Facebook and few days by developing your own Pack Ready Plan. Twitter to stay up to date. Campus Directory Area Code 919 COLLEGESSunday Monday TuesdayCashier’s OfficeWednesday 515.NCSU(6278)Thursday Student FridayHealth Services Saturday 515.2563 Agriculture & Life Sciences 515.2614 Center for Student Leadership, Ethics & Student Involvement 515.2797 Agricultural Institute 515.3248 Public Service (CSLEPS) 515.9248 Student Legal Services 515.7091 Design 515.8306 Counseling Center 515.2423 Student Media 515.2411 Education 515.5514 Emergency Status Line 513.8888 Study Abroad 515.2087 Engineering 515.3263 D.H. Hill Library 515.3364 Transportation/Parking 515.3424 Environmental Sciences 513.2520 Disability Services (Voice) 515.7653 Undergraduate Research 513.0095 Exploratory Studies 515.8130 (TTY) (tech line) 515.8830 University Tutorial Center 515.3163 Humanities & Social Sciences 515.2468 Fraternity & Sorority Life 513.2910 University Dining 515.7012 Management 513.7100 Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender University Housing 515.2440 Natural Resources 515.2883 (GLBT) Center 513.9742 University Police 515.3000 Sciences 515.2501 Immunizations 515.7233 University Recreation 515.7529 Textiles 515.6640 Inter-Residence Council (IRC) 515.3238 Wolfpack Club 865.1500 James B. Hunt Library 515.7110 WolfPack One Card 515.3090 CAMPUS SERVICES Lonnie Poole Golf Course 833.3338 Women’s Center 515.2012

Academic & Student Affairs 515.2446 Multicultural Student Affairs 515.3835 Academic Advising Services 515.8130 Music Department 515.2981 NC State Fight Song Academic Support Program for New Student Programs 515.1234 Student Athletes 515.2464 Office of Information Technology (OIT) African-American Help Desk 515.4357 Cultural Center 515.5210 Office for Institutional Equity AllCampus Network and Diversity (OIED) 515.3148 & WolfPack One ID Card 515.3090 Office of International Services 515.2961 Shout aloud to the men who will play the game to win. We’re behind you, keep fightin’ for State--- ARTS NC STATE/Ticket Central 513.1800 Parents & Families Services 515.2441 Hold that line, hold ‘em fast. We’ll reach victory at last. Athletic Ticket Office 865.1510 Parents’ Fund (Annual Giving) 515.0562 We’re behind you, keep fightin’ for State--- Bookstores 515.2161 Rise up to the fray and let your colors wave, shout out Registration & Records 515.NCSU(6278) for dear old NC State--- Campus Emergency Services 911 Scholarships & Fin. Aid 515.NCSU(6278) GO STATE! Campus Enterprises 513.2524 Student Centers 515.3138 And where-e’er we go, we’ll let the whole world know. We’re behind you, keep fightin’ for State. Career Development Center 515.2396 Student Conduct 515.2963 Notes ______Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday ______Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

The Office of Parents & Families Services would like to extend a special thank-you to all of our campus partners for contributing to the development of this publication. Angela Brockelsby, Brantley Atkinson (Photo Credit); ARTS NC STATE; Annual Giving; Athletics; Campus Enterprises; Chancellor’s Office; Division of Academic & Student Affairs; Fraternity & Sorority Life; New Student Programs; OIED; Registration & Records; Roger Winstead (Photo Credit); Scholarships & Financial Aid; Student Government; Student Health Services; Office of Information Technology; University Housing; University Police; University Recreation; University Student Centers.