Parents and Families Services
2020-2021 FAMILY HANDBOOK AND CALENDAR WELCOME TO THE WOLFPACK
Parents and Families Services
Welcome to the Wolfpack family! At NC State, we view the relationship we have with our students’ parents and 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 sincerely believe that when you are informed, your student will benefit.
Services Programs and Events
We work diligently to ensure that parents are The Office of Parents and Families Services has a informed by providing enhanced services and variety of programs and events designed to bring communications for all NC State parents and our parents to campus and celebrate the important families. These services include, but are not limited roles that parents and families play in the lives of to: web and social media, periodic electronic students and within the university community. and print communications, emergency email notifications and the Parents’ HelpLine. Events and programs currently offered are:
Contact Us Our Parents’ HelpLine is a phone and email First in Family Reception resource for Pack Parents to rely on when it comes PacKIN ACTION Sibling Event Parents and Families Services E. Carroll Joyner Visitor Center to supporting their student(s). Parents should feel Parents and Families Weekend Campus Box 7404 free to call our office Monday-Friday between Pack Family Regions Raleigh, NC 27695-7404 7:30am - 4:30pm or email our office anytime they Parent Volunteer Network have questions or concerns. Spring Fling Weekend Parents’ HelpLine Very Important Parent (VIP) Discount Program 919.515.2441 [email protected] parents.ncsu.edu Welcome to the NC State Family!
We are delighted that your student has chosen NC State. NC State produces national scholars and fellows, and information about dates, events, academics and student Our exceptional Wolfpack community makes NC State our graduates are consistently ranked among the most life on campus. great, and we know that your family will strengthen it desirable in the nation. Our alumni contribute more further. Over the next few years, your student will be than $4.2 billion to the state economy each year. From We are genuinely excited to have your family join us. Welcome immersed in the world-class instruction and innovation launching businesses to producing new technologies, they to our tradition-rich, vibrant, diverse community. I wish you for which NC State and the Research Triangle are known. are changing the world in meaningful ways. No matter and your student the best as we start the academic year As a university, we work to provide all students with the what your student’s goal may be, at NC State, we help together and embark on a bright future. resources and support to create a foundation for success. make it a reality. Our students’ success is built on a longstanding tradition Sincerely, We are proud to offer our students a great variety of of educational excellence as well as a productive educational opportunities, allowing them to gain real-world partnership between families and the university. We know experience, recognize their potential and discover how they that you are not only an advocate for your student but also can make an impact – whether through participating in honors a source of encouragement and support. and scholars programs, understanding of global perspectives W. Randolph Woodson during study abroad programs or tackling real-world We want to ensure that you have the necessary resources Chancellor challenges through hands-on research. Students can also be to be well informed and involved. Parents’ Orientation is involved in an exceptional variety of co-curricular activities a significant first step to helping your student achieve a and on-campus programming including pre-professional smooth transition into college. The Office of Parents and organizations, intramural sports and opportunities for service. Families Services provides a variety of resources to help Embodying the Think and Do spirit, NC State students stand keep you connected to all things NC State. I hope you apart as creative, critical thinkers. find this calendar and handbook a useful reference for
AUGUST 2020
SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 26 27 28 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29
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SEPTEMBER 2020
SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 30 31 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Labor Day 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 1 2 3
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SEPTEMBER 2020
OCTOBER 2020
SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 27 28 29 30 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31
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OCTOBER 2020
NOVEMBER 2020
SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Veterans’ 8 9 10 11 Day 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21
Thanksgiving 22 23 24 25 26 Day 27 28 29 30 1 2 3 4 5
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NOVEMBER 2020
DECEMBER 2020
SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 29 30 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19
Christmas 20 21 22 23 24 25 Day 26 27 28 29 30 31 1 2
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DECEMBER 2020
JANUARY 2021
SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 27 28 29 30 31 1 New Year’s Day 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
Martin L. 17 18 King, Jr. Day 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30
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31 JANUARY 2021
FEBRUARY 2021
SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
National Wear 31 1 2 3 4 5 Red Day 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13
Presidents’ 14 15 Day 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 1 2 3 4 5 6
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FEBRUARY 2021
MARCH 2021
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FAFSA Priority Filing Deadline NC State School Code: 28 1002972 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 1 2 3
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MARCH 2021
APRIL 2021
SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 28 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 1
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APRIL 2021
MAY 2021
SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 25 26 27 28 29 30 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29
Memorial NOTES Day 30 31 MAY 2021
JUNE 2021
SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 30 31 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 1 2 3
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JUNE 2021
JULY 2021
SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 27 28 29 30 1 2 3
Independence 4 Day 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31
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JULY 2021 PARENTS’ HANDBOOK
Table of Contents PAGE Preliminary Information
I. All-Access Pack Parent ...... 2 FERPA MyPack Portal 01 Being a Pack Parent ...... 2 The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act MyPack Portal is the online student information 02 Pack Parent Benefit Programs...... 3 (FERPA) is a federal law and set of regulations system used by NC State students to access 03 Learn the Lingo ...... 4 governing the access to, and privacy of, educational all of their academic records, enrollment and records. FERPA gives students access to most of degree planning tools, student accounts, personal II. Academic and Financial Resources...... 5 their academic records as well as the ability to information, on-campus living information and more. 01 Academic Overview ...... 5 obtain copies of these records. This law states Students can securely access MyPack Portal using 02 Student Services Center...... 6 that student records are private and may only their Unity ID and password. Cashier’s Office/Registration and Records/Scholarships and Financial Aid be disclosed to school officials, other authorized 03 Undergraduate Resource Centers ...... 7 personnel or with the consent of the student. This Under FERPA, students also have the option to grant law also allows colleges and universities to publish parent/guardian access to see certain information in III. Life at NC State ...... 8 directory information without consent unless a MyPack Portal including Student Accounts/Billing/ 01 University Housing ...... 8 student chooses to block their information. Payment, Tax Information, Academic Information, 02 On-Campus Student Resources...... 9 Directory Information and Financial Aid. NC State has made it easy for students to grant 03 Physical and Mental Health ...... 10 consent to parents or guardians so that they Students can grant parent/guardian access by 04 Wellness and Recreation ...... 11 may access educational records or financial navigating to MyPack Portal Student Homepage information through MyPack Portal in the student Personal Information Parent/Guardian Access. IV. Campus Life ...... 12 information system. 01 Campus Services and Resources ...... 12 More information about using MyPack Portal 02 Campus Community Centers ...... 14 For more information visit go.ncsu.edu/ferpa. and parent/guardian access is available online at 03 Community Expectations...... 17 studentservices.ncsu.edu. 04 Safety and Emergency Communications...... 18
V. Campus Directory...... 19
1 I. ALL-ACCESS PACK PARENT
01 Congratulations, and welcome to the Wolfpack Family!
Hello, Pack Parents! and track record of student success as future business leaders! about and see memorabilia of all who have walked these halls! My name is Mike Massing, and I would like to take this This is what drew Jena to the program. In addition we have participated in many events on campus like the Chocolate Festival and “Paint with the Pack” all brought opportunity to welcome you to the Pack and the amazing My youngest daughter Julia, our freshman at NC State, was to you by Parents and Families Services! journey you and your student will experience these next accepted at other well-known universities but choose this four years! As the parent of one alumnus and two current university...not out of peer pressure...but because she saw Go Pack! students at NC State, our journey has been one of tremendous the experience that her two siblings had and wanted that for pride, both for our children and of belonging to such a great herself as well! Though she has visited them on campus MANY Sincerely, university! times, she has etched out her own path and LOVES NC State’s Mike Massing, Proud Pack Parent College of Humanities and Social Sciences. When my son Jake chose NC State in 2015 and we first stepped onto campus, we quickly got a sense of the size of This brings me to my main topic for you. Being an active part the university and the sheer number of students that go here. of NC State starts with taking advantage of what the Office of However, within that size is an amazing personal approach Parents and Families Services has to offer. For instance, one within each college that made Jake feel very comfortable! of the first things we did with Jake, and every year after that, He often remarked about the one-on-one conversations with was go to the Parents and Families Weekend pre-game event faculty members within the College of Natural Resources. and football game! What a blast we have had every year! Because of this, he was able to build many relationships with From the food, to the “swag,” to just meeting other families fellow students, as a good portion of his classes contained as we tailgate; nothing gets you more into the full swing of 20-30 students. campus events than this! We have invited aunts, uncles and grandparents over the years and they have loved each event! My middle daughter Jena transferred into NC State as a sophomore after playing softball for one year at a smaller, We attended the Memorial Belltower tour during Jake’s private university. She is in the Poole College of Management senior year, as well as the tour of Reynolds Coliseum this and loves it for the same reasons that Jake loves the College of past year. Both were led by Dr. Stafford, who is one of the Natural Resources. In addition, students in the Poole College of most passionate historians I have ever heard speak about the Management are well recognized for their academic excellence university. Goosebumps; I tell you! Especially when you hear
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02 Pack Parent Benefit Programs Pack Family Regions VIP Partners and Sponsors
The Office of Parents and Families Services nurtures the When your student joins the Wolfpack, you do too! Hotels partnership of parents, students and the university by Whether you are near or far, we want to keep you The STATE VIEW (on-campus) Holiday Inn Express Suites encouraging parents to become more involved and informed connected with the NC State community; one that 919.743.0055 919.854.0001 about life at NC State. Your student’s success is dependent extends far and wide. For this reason, we have Aloft Raleigh Holiday Inn Raleigh North on your support and engagement. By partnering with us developed a regional program to help our families 919.828.9900 919.872.3500 Best Western PLUS Cary Inn & Suites RIVISM (Apartment-Hotel) and supporting your student, you are part of the Wolfpack engage with the University and each other. With 919.481.1200 919.999.0160 community and a very important parent. nearly 24,000 undergraduate students, NC State has Best Western Raleigh SpringHill Suites by Marriott students from every county in North Carolina and North Downtown For this reason, the Office of Parents and Families Services Raleigh/Cary almost every state in the country! Chances are, there 919.872.5000 919.977.7244 has worked hard to create benefit programs exclusively for is another Pack Family in your region. DoubleTree by Hilton Pack Parents. Our Parent Pride Points program was developed Raleigh Crabtree Valley Entertainment in collaboration with Student Government and the Student 919.782.8600 Arts NC State With eight regions across the United States, all groups Alumni Association to provide opportunities for parents and Fairfield Inn & Suites Raleigh/Cary Ticket Central are voluntary and the only requirement is that you 919.301.8467 919.515.1100 students to experience some of the richest Wolfpack traditions have an NC State student, either currently enrolled or a Hampton Inn & Suites Raleigh/Cary NC State has to offer. The VIP (Very Important Parent) discount Restaurant recent graduate. Pack Parents can sign-up easily online 919.233.1798 program offers local and online discounts. Our newest and we will email all regions in the fall and spring Hampton Inn & Suites Zaxby’s program, Pack Family Regions, was created with our out- 919.242.0789 semesters with news, upcoming events, need-to-know Raleigh Crabtree Valley of-state families in mind, and helps parents create Wolfpack 919.881.7080 information, and shared contact lists (with permission) Services networks all over the United States. So whether you are near Hampton Inn & Suites specific to each region. Raleigh-Durham Airport CORT Furniture or far, Pack Families can feel connected and engaged with one 919.876.7550 919.468.9530 another. (See right for more details about Pack Family Regions Red & White Shop Whether it is a send-off right before the next Hilton Garden Inn and the VIP discount program.) 919.803.3268 semester begins, a luncheon to connect and check- Raleigh/Crabtree Valley 919.703.2525 Remember: Parents and Families Services is supportive of all in, ride-shares or a welcome home dinner during family members of NC State students and considers all to breaks, we want Pack Families everywhere to get to be Pack Parents. All affiliated programs are open to anyone in know one another and share their Wolfpack pride. For a full list of our partners, rates and discount the student’s family and all are invited, as well as encouraged, codes please refer to your VIP Member Card. New to participate. Questions? Pack Parents will receive this card at the start of the Please contact the Office of Parents and Families semester with a New Parent Welcome Packet. Services at 919.515.2441 or via email at This information, and more, is available online [email protected] for additional information. at go.ncsu.edu/pfs-vip.
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Grading System students must obtain an advisor’s approval first. For more information 03 Learn the Lingo NC State operates on a letter grade (A-F) plus/minus grading scale that please go online and visit go.ncsu.edu/coursereapeat. corresponds to grade points and credit hours. To see the grading system Atrium Syllabus The Atrium is a food court located on the Brickyard with a variety of meal chart, visit policies.ncsu.edu/regulation/reg-02-50-03. Distributed in all academic courses, the syllabus provides a course choices for your student. Meal plans, Dining Dollars, cash and credit/debit D.H. Hill Jr. Library description, learning outcomes, course structure, instructor’s office hours cards can be used here. NC State’s Main Campus library. Study rooms, a makerspace, a coffee and contact information. It also includes required course materials and The Brickyard shop and creamery are just some of the features of this campus resource. details the plan for the semester, helping students plan their time wisely and complete the course successfully. A plaza located on North Campus that is a gathering spot for students, Howling Cow organizations, club fairs and events. The official name of the Brickyard is Technician NC State’s very own premium ice cream. Howling Cow is made on campus University Plaza. The on-campus student newspaper published Monday - Friday during the at the Feldmeier Dairy Processing Lab in Schaub Hall and offers over academic year and is accessible at technicianonline.com. C-Store 15 flavors available at creameries located on both Main and Centennial Convenience stores around campus that accept Dining Dollars and the Campuses, as well as the Dairy Education Center and Creamery. Wolfpack One Card and sell food, beverages and personal items. James B. Hunt Jr. Library CODA The University’s Centennial Campus library offers state-of-the-art Did You Know? Change of Degree Application (CODA) is a centralized resource technology and innovative architecture; it draws students of every for students applying to add or change majors. Learn more at discipline here for its unique features. NC State is home to one of the top collegiate golf courses studentservices.ncsu.edu/your-degree/coda. in the country, not only for its Arnold Palmer championship The Memorial Belltower design but also as a training ground for our golf teams, Centennial Campus A monument built on campus to honor NC State alumni who fought and future golf professionals, turf managers and stormwater/ Centennial Campus is centered around the mission of research, died during World War I. The Belltower, as it is known on campus, is the innovation and collaboration with over 100 different businesses and center of many Wolfpack traditions and is illuminated red for holidays sustainability experts. government agencies. Home to the College of Engineering, Wilson that honor our veterans, such as Memorial Day and Veterans’ Day, and to The course and clubhouse are open to the public, with indoor College of Textiles and James B. Hunt Jr. Library. celebrate NC State’s proudest occasions and achievements. practice facilities, nationally recognized club fitting services, a golf Free Expression Tunnel Main Campus shop and restaurant with veranda and firepit patio. Students can One of three tunnels connecting the two sides of Main Campus bisected The original campus of NC State composed of North Campus and Central use their meal plan and Dining Dollars account to dine, and you by railroad tracks. This tunnel is a unique space designated for students to Campus, separated by railroad tracks. North Campus houses many don’t want to miss Sunday brunch when family visits. share their thoughts and feelings. It is often used to advertise and highlight academic buildings whereas Central Campus is the hub for student activity. special events and opportunities on campus and is ever-changing. Students can also get discounted golf/cart fees of $40 Moodle (Wolfware) (M-Th) and $55 (Fri-Sun/ Holidays) to play golf. Special rates for Grade Exclusion A University website with pages for each course in which a student is families are available for Parents and Families Weekend. Undergraduate students have the ability to select up to two enrolled. On Moodle students can check grades, turn in assignments NC State courses with a grade of C- or below to be excluded from their and participate in online discussions. Visit go.ncsu.edu/lpgc or call 919.833.3338 to reserve your tee cumulative GPA. Students can apply for grade exclusions through their time today. MyPack Portal. Parents and students can access more information about Packapalooza grade exclusions online at policies.ncsu.edu/regulation/reg-02-20-16. NC State’s annual street festival, on the final day of Fall Wolfpack Welcome Week, is an all-day block party hosted on Hillsborough Street. Grade Point Average (GPA) Grade Point Average (GPA) is a summary (semesterly and cumulative) Repeating Courses of a student’s academic record and is determined by your student’s Undergraduate students have the opportunity to repeat a course earned grades. To see the grading scale and a GPA calculator, visit without permission if the previous attempt grade earned was a D+ or below. To repeat a course where the grade earned was a C- or above, go.ncsu.edu/gpa-calculator. 4 Parents’ Fund
At NC State, we know that success means pushing the boundaries AND beyond the classroom. The Parents’ Fund provides students with access to opportunities that have the greatest impact on their college II. ACADEMIC FINANCIAL experience — experiences that help students grow as innovative, critical thinkers who are ready to go out into the world and change it for the better. Programs such as University Scholars, Wellness and Recreation, Leadership and Civic Engagement and many more are supported through the Parents Fund by parents and alumni just like RESOURCES GIVE TODAY you. Your gift to the Parents Fund means that even more students giving.dasa.ncsu.edu will benefit from high-impact experiences they need to excel in the Phone: 919.515.5317 classroom and as future leaders.
individual’s work is his or her own and honest. Students who Attendance 01 Academic Overview do not uphold this policy will be sent to the Office of Student Students are expected to become familiar with the Understanding NC State’s academic information and Conduct for review. attendance policies set forth for each of their classes as laid resources provides parents with the knowledge to best out by the instructor in the syllabus for each course in which support student success. Parents and students should Academic Standing/Status they are enrolled. NC State does offer excused absences for openly discuss expectations for information-sharing and Academic status will be calculated at the end of every anticipated reasons, with documentation. access. Parents should keep an up-to-date parent profile fall, spring and summer term for all enrolled undergraduate in MyPack Portal if your student has granted you access. students. Unanticipated Absences include such events as: short- term illness, injury affecting the ability to attend or to be Good Standing productive academically while in class, serious illness, death A student in Good Standing has a cumulative Grade Point Average Academic Advising Programs (GPA) of at least 2.0. of a family member or a natural disaster. and Services Academic Warning Communication with instructors as soon as possible once Students will be placed on Academic Warning and allowed to Academic Advising Programs and Services (AAPS) provides the event is known is expected and in everyone’s best continue enrollment if they have a cumulative GPA less than 2.0 quality and timely advising services to undergraduate and a grade point deficit of 15 or less OR a cumulative GPA above interest. Excuses must be reported no more than one week students with the goal of facilitating academic success, major 2.0 and a term GPA below 1.0. after a student’s return to class. If your student is unable selection, career exploration and personal enrichment. AAPS to notify instructors, parents/guardians can contact an Academic Probation is a collaboration of professional cross-curricular advisors Absence Verification Officer to work alongside the student Students will be placed on Academic Probation for one term after who partner to provide walk-in, face-to face, call-in and virtual an appeal to return from Academic Suspension has been approved. to communicate with the student’s instructors. A copy of advising to undergraduate students in transition, training Students on Academic Probation who earn a term GPA of at least the verification message is also sent to the student and the and development for all university advisors, interpretation of 2.0 during their Probationary term will move to Academic Warning. student’s Academic Advisor. academic policy and application of General Education Plan to Failing to do so will result in Academic Suspension. support timely degree completion. Academic Suspension Additional information is available online at Students will be placed on Academic Suspension if they have a go.ncsu.edu/attendance. cumulative GPA below 2.0 and a grade point deficit greater than 15 Academic Integrity at the end of any term, OR fail to maintain a term GPA of at least If you have questions or need more information, you may 2.0 for every subsequent fall, spring or summer term after being on All NC State students are expected to uphold a standard and contact [email protected] or visit Academic Warning or Academic Probation. All suspended students dasa.ncsu.edu/students/absence-verification-process. environment that is free of plagiarism and cheating, where an have the right to submit an appeal to continue enrollment.
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Cashier’s Office To be considered for financial assistance by the Office 02 Student Services Center of Scholarships and Financial Aid, a student must The Cashier’s Office serves as the billing and The Student Services Center is a one-stop shop for registration complete the federal government’s Free Application collection agency for most university charges, such and records, financial aid, tuition and billing needs. Students for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). This form, submitted as tuition, on-campus housing and meal plans. can receive information and services regarding enrollment, online at www.fafsa.gov, evaluates the family’s ability Account representatives are able to assist students, degree planning, transcripts, scholarships, financial aid, to pay for education expenses. Students who submit or individuals who have been granted Parent/ student accounts, billing and tuition, academic calendars and their FAFSA to the federal processor by March 1st are Guardian Access to their students’ accounts, with more. You can visit the Student Services Center in Harris Hall given priority consideration for need-based aid. questions about the charges and credits on their or find more information online at studentservices.ncsu.edu. account. Online statements are posted monthly to the Once a student is offered admission to NC State student’s account. Individuals who have been granted University, they can begin applying for NC State Parent/Guardian Access are also notified via email scholarships via the PackASSIST scholarship portal at when a new statement is available. go.ncsu.edu/PackASSIST.
Website: go.ncsu.edu/financialaid Registration and Records Phone: 919.515.NCSU (6278) The Department of Registration and Records provides Email: [email protected] effective academic services to students, faculty, staff and alumni, while maintaining security and Dollars and Sense confidentiality of data. Registration and Records Dollars and Sense at NC State is a financial wellness maintains complete and accurate academic records, program committed to creating students that are issues official transcripts, publishes the course financially healthy. The program offers workshops, catalog along with exam and academic calendars professional speakers, peer financial coaching and and manages the tracking of degree progress and other resources that address a variety of financial completion. concerns unique to college life. The program’s hallmark event, Financial Literacy Month, occurring Office of Scholarships and annually in April, offers a full month of fun and Financial Aid informative financial literacy events that equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to This office provides scholarships, grants, loans and maintain lifelong financial wellness. Contact us by email at [email protected] or work funding to support students and their families by phone at 919.515.NCSU (6278). with the mission of making an NC State education Website: go.ncsu.edu/dollarsandsense affordable and accessible. The staff is here to help Email: [email protected] as parents and students navigate the process of Facebook: Dollars and Sense at NC State applying for financial aid. Twitter: @NCState_DandS
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Career Identity Program Pre-Health Website: prehealth.dasa.ncsu.edu 03 Undergraduate Career Fairs and Networking Events Pre-Health Phone: 919.515.2396 Resource Centers On-Campus Interviews Pre-Health Email: [email protected] Pre-Professional Services (Pre-Health and Pre-Law) Pre-Law Services Phone: 919.515.2396 Career Courses Academic Success Center Pre-Law Services Email: [email protected] Wolfpack Styled Professional Clothing Closet The Academic Success Center (ASC) facilitates degree completion by providing a comprehensive variety of Website: careers.ncsu.edu VetPAC Services Website: cals.ncsu.edu/vetpac free programs and resources that promote academic Phone: 919.515.2396 VetPAC Services Phone: 919.515.8753 skill development and independent learning within the Email: [email protected] VetPAC Services Email: [email protected] university environment. Facebook: NCStateCareerDevelopment Twitter: @NCStateCareer Website: asc.dasa.ncsu.edu Undergraduate Research Phone: 919.515.3163 The Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR) supports and Email: [email protected] Disability Resource Office promotes discovery-, inquiry-, scholarly- and creativity-based The Disability Resource Office (DRO) determines eligibility opportunities through mentored research experiences. Career Development Center and appropriate accommodations for students with The staff assists students in identifying research mentors and disabilities. Students who have, or think they may have, opportunities in any chosen area of study through The Career Development Center prepares and empowers a disability (e.g., mental health, attention, learning, vision, one-on-one consultations and an annual research students to identify and pursue their career goals. They hearing, physical or systemic) are invited to visit the exploration event in the fall semester. Funding is available have trained professional staff committed to student career website for more information or contact DRO to arrange a to support student projects, including attendance to national success. They offer programs, training and guidance to help confidential discussion. conferences for students to present their research. On students become career-ready. campus, students are provided with the opportunity to Website: dro.dasa.ncsu.edu communicate their work to others through our bi-annual Employment: Many NC State students hold employment Phone: 919.515.7653 research and creativity symposium and by publishing their outside of their academic careers to help balance the cost Email: [email protected] of education. There are many on-campus jobs available for work in our statewide research journal. students, as well as internships and co-op opportunities. Website: undergradresearch.dasa.ncsu.edu The Career Development Center is a helpful resource to Pre-Professional Programs Phone: 919.513.0095 students looking for major-related employment via our job Many NC State students follow their undergraduate Email: [email protected] portal ePack. Learn more by visiting go.ncsu.edu/epack. education with an advanced degree at a professional school. Instagram: @NCStateOUR Whether students plan to pursue medical, dental, physician Available Resources assistant, physical therapy, pharmacy, nursing, optometry, Career Counseling veterinary or law degrees, these programs offer services to ePACK - NC State’s premier system for full-time jobs, assist students in learning more about their profession of internships and events interest, how to become a competitive candidate and the Cooperative Education Program (Co-op) application process. PackPros Professional Development Series 7 III. LIFE AT Inter-Residence Council (IRC)
The Inter-Residence Council (IRC) is a student-led residential and educational resource organization supporting on-campus NC STATE residents by providing leadership services and opportunities; creating a link between the residents and the larger community.
Move-In Tips from the Pros Delivery Service (FedEx, UPS, etc.) 01 University Housing Packages sent through a delivery service such as FedEx Moving to college is an exciting time for your student and University Housing provides on-campus living options or UPS will be delivered directly to the residence hall/ your family. To help prepare for move-in, we encourage for more than 9,400 students through 20 residence halls apartment service desk and bypass the Campus Mail Center. you to plan ahead and take your time. Residents will and four on-campus apartment complexes. Living on Community Assistants at the services desks will notify receive move-in instructions via their NC State email campus is an essential part of the Wolfpack experience, residents that a package has been delivered for them. The accounts in late summer. In August, staff and volunteers and students are required to live on campus their first resident is responsible for retrieving the package. year. The University Housing staff has developed unique will be available to help welcome and assist your family To ensure correct delivery of mail, use the address formats residential experiences to promote academic and with an extra set of hands if needed. To better prepare listed below: personal success. On-campus summer housing options you, we asked our students some of their top tips to Avent Ferry Complex Sullivan Hall are also available to students taking summer classes or make this process even easier. Student Name Student Name interning in the greater Raleigh area. Residents should 2110 Avent Ferry Road 2921 Thurman Drive Top Tips for Move-In (Mailbox #) Avent Ferry Residence Hall (Mailbox #) Sullivan Residence Hall apply for on-campus housing through MyPack Portal. Raleigh, NC 27607 Raleigh, NC 27607 Print your loading permit and have it displayed when you enter Visit housing.ncsu.edu regularly for updates related to Bagwell, Becton, Berry, Gold, Syme Bragaw Hall Bring a hand truck or cart and Welch Halls Student Name move-in, move-out, break periods and more! Student Name 210 Dan Allen Drive Bring a mallet for bed lofting and a toolkit 2221 Dunn Avenue (Mailbox #) Bragaw Residence Hall Connect with roommates to avoid duplicating items (Mailbox #) Name of Residence Hall Raleigh, NC 27607 Living and Learning Villages allow students to pursue their Raleigh, NC 27607 North and Watauga Halls Don’t overpack (there is no need for winter clothes in August) Bowen, Carroll and Metcalf Halls Student Name academic and personal goals in close collaboration with Dress comfortably and stay hydrated Student Name 2200 Hillsborough Street mentors, professors and others who share common interests. 2811 Thurman Drive (Mailbox #) Name of Residence Hall Pack in plastic tubs with lids labeled with your name and (Mailbox #) Name of Residence Hall Raleigh, NC 27607 room assignment (these can double as in-room storage) Raleigh, NC 27607 Wood Hall Resident Advisors (RAs) and Village Mentors are students Tucker, Owen, Turlington and Student Name Have fun! trained and employed by University Housing to build Alexander Halls 2541 Warren Carroll Drive Student Name (Mailbox #) Wood Residence Hall community and maintain a safe living and learning 2751 Cates Avenue Raleigh, NC 27607 (Mailbox #) Name of Residence Hall environment within a residence hall or an on-campus Wolf Village Apartments Mail and Packages Raleigh, NC 27607 Student Name apartment. RAs and Mentors serve as a resource, peer role Bragaw Hall 2730 Wolf Village Way On-campus residents receive mail and packages on a regular Student Name (Mailbox #) Wolf Village Apartments model and plan activities that support residents’ personal, basis. Items sent through the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) to 210 Dan Allen Drive Raleigh, NC 27607 academic and professional success. These student staff (Mailbox #) Bragaw Residence Hall Wolf Ridge Apartments university residence halls and apartments are delivered daily Raleigh, NC 27607 Student Name members are either supervised by a Graduate Assistant, Monday-Friday. Lee Hall 1910 Entrepreneur Drive Residence Life Coordinator or Village Director who is also Student Name (Mailbox #) Wolf Ridge Apartments 2530 Sullivan Drive Raleigh, NC 27606 focused on the residential experience across campus. (Mailbox #) Lee Residence Hall For more details visit Raleigh, NC 27607 8 go.ncsu.edu/mail III. LIFE AT NC STATE
Meal Plan Changes Student Legal Services provides education, advice and 02 On-Campus Students have until the census date each semester to make representation within the scope of the prepaid student Student Resources changes to their plan via NC State Dining’s website legal services plan. The University Student Legal Services’ dining.ncsu.edu. Differences will be prorated. plan is registered with the North Carolina State Bar, the parameters of which are set by students at NC State. NC State Dining For Athletic Plans, students should consult their coach on NC State’s award-winning dining program offers food which option is best for them. Website: studentlegal.dasa.ncsu.edu Email: [email protected] options that are convenient, fresh, nutritious and delicious. Phone: 919.515.7091 We have over 40 dining locations across NC State’s More information can be found at go.ncsu.edu/meal-plans. campuses, all of which accept some combination of dining hall Meal Swipes, Meal Credits and Dining Dollars. From Wolfpack One Card traditional dining halls to a mix of restaurants, cafes and Parking Permits The Wolfpack One Card is a unified identification card that convenience stores, our program is designed to meet the Parking Permits are available to purchase through the students use to access campus services, such as spending unique needs and tastes of our student body. Transportation website beginning in early July. First-year accounts, athletic events, the gym and restricted areas like students have limited available options. Permits are sold residence halls and labs. Three spending accounts include Nutrition on a semester basis and cost depends on the type of All Campus, Dining and PNC Bank. Students can find fresh, healthy and sustainable food options permit purchased. Students can purchase permits online; at every turn at NC State. We are here to help students they are sold on a first-come, first-served basis according All Campus is an on-campus debit account that students make healthy decisions that will help them do their best in to a student’s amount of credit hours earned Permits are can use to pay at NC State Dining locations (including vending machines), NC State Stores, Student Health school and assist with the management of food allergies, virtual and linked to license plates through License Plate Services and WolfPrint. It is especially important to have intolerances and dietary preferences. Daily nutritional Recognition (LPR). information can be found on the digital menu boards, online funds in this account to use WolfPrint printers as this is the or via the On Campus mobile app. Nutrition kiosks are Please call or visit NC State Transportation’s website for only form of payment campus printers accept. more information. located at each dining venue where students can check the The NC State Dining meal plan account allows meal plan daily menu for allergens, ingredients and nutritional content. Website: go.ncsu.edu/studentparking holders to swipe their card to access their Meal Swipes, Meal Credits and Dining Dollars. Through our partnership Follow @NCStateDining on Twitter and Instagram for Phone: 919.515.3424 with PNC Bank, students who hold PNC accounts can use upcoming events, nutrition updates, health and wellness their ID card to access their debit account. tips, recipes, prizes and more. Student Legal Services Replacement cards carry a $20 fee, so students are Student Legal Services is a nonprofit corporation encouraged to find a safe and convenient way to keep their Understanding Meal Plans created by Student Government at NC State and is card for regular use on campus. Report lost or stolen cards funded by student fees. Student Legal Services focuses on our website below. NC State Dining offers a variety of meal plan options that can on helping students resolve their legal problems with Website: onecard.ncsu.edu be tailored to your student’s needs. Choose from our Dining as little disruption as possible to their education, and Phone: 919.515.3090 Hall, Flex or Flex Plus plans. We also offer a Block 170 plan and promoting preventative law, equipping students to Facebook: NC State Wolfpack One Card Commuter/Apartment plan comprised of $800 Dining Dollars make informed choices. and comes with a five percent discount at the register. 9 III. LIFE AT NC STATE
procedures, including Invisalign®. Most major dental Student Health Insurance 03 Physical and insurance plans are accepted. To schedule an appointment We are currently in-network with most Aetna, Blue Cross call 919.515.8979. For more information, visit the Dental Mental Health and Blue Shield (including Student Blue), Cigna, Med Cost page on the Student Health Services website. and United Healthcare plans. We are considered out-of- Student Health Services Website: healthypack.dasa.ncsu.edu network for all other insurances at this time. NC State Student Health Services (SHS) is conveniently Phone: 919.515.2563 The Student Health Insurance Plan (Student Blue) located on Central Campus and serves as the primary Email: [email protected] waive/enroll portal will open in June and will close in medical provider for enrolled students and is accredited Facebook: NC State Student Health September 2020. by the Accreditation Association of Ambulatory Health Twitter: @NCSTATESHS Care (AAAHC). SHS is committed to providing affordable, Instagram: ncstate_healthypack For more information about the Student Health Insurance accessible, high quality primary medical services and Plan (Student Blue), please visit the Student Health Services works to provide every student with prompt, individualized website at healthypack.dasa.ncsu.edu. medical care, no matter what health insurance they carry. Counseling Center In-house services, such as laboratory and x-ray, travel clinic, The Counseling Center provides NC State students physical therapy, women’s health, nutrition counseling and resources to support personal and academic development. Immunization Requirements allergy shots are available. Recommended services may include workshops, online North Carolina law requires newly enrolled students skills modules, groups, short-term individual counseling to submit proof of immunizations within 30 days of Specialty services are provided by outside partners and and referrals. Additionally, the Counseling Center offers registration of classes at NC State University. include orthopedics and gastroenterology. In addition, we online screenings for mental health concerns, career More information on required immunizations and how to have a network of community medical professionals we testing, psychiatric evaluations and outreach programs to submit them can be found on our website. refer to should a student need care outside of our scope. address various personal concerns. The Counseling Center Our on-site pharmacy will transfer existing prescriptions, fill utilizes a short-term model, with referral support provided prescriptions from both in house and outside providers and as appropriate. Student health fees cover most services. sells over-the-counter medications to help keep students well. Worried about a Student? Professionals are available 24/7 for student mental health Students, parents and others are encouraged emergencies by accessing the on-call counselor after hours Student Health Services Centennial location provides to report behaviors they feel are concerning at the contact below. Primary Care, Physical Therapy, Nutrition Counseling and or worrisome (no matter how small or Campus Smiles. These services are available in Plaza Hall at Website: counseling.dasa.ncsu.edu insignificant, they may seem). Submit Wolf Ridge Centennial Campus. Phone: 919.515.2423 a concern and find more information Dental Services at go.ncsu.edu/risk-assessment or call Student Health Services has contracted with Campus Remind your student 919.513.4224. Smiles to offer dental services to students. Campus Smiles Make sure they have a copy or picture of their insurance has two locations: Plaza Hall at Wolf Ridge on Centennial card when they arrive on campus. Your student will need Campus and the Student Health Center on Main Campus. this to access our services and others in the Raleigh area. Both locations provide all preventative dentistry services along with general restorative and other major dental 10 III. LIFE AT NC STATE
Programs and Services Students can discover new paths with our outdoor 04 Wellness and Recreation Group Fitness provides more than 80 classes each week, adventures program. They are invited to join us on designed for every fitness level. Students can challenge one of our many outdoor trips across the state and the Wellness and Recreation Complex themselves with cycling, TRX®, BodyPump™ or find southeastern United States. With activities such as canoeing, The Wellness and Recreation Complex, consisting of serenity in several of our mind/body formats like yoga backpacking and mountain biking, students can connect with the Carmichael Gymnasium, Casey Aquatics Center and and Pilates. They can take their fitness routine to the next others while trying a new activity. Students can rent outdoor Wellness and Recreation Center is the central hub for level with F45 Training, a premier global fitness brand equipment from the Outdoor Adventures Equipment Rental physical activity and holistic well-being. The complex that motivates, inspires and creates a team-training, life- Center or climb to new heights on our state-of-the-art includes: changing environment. climbing center and bouldering wall.
Casey Aquatics Center (25-yard and 50-meter pools) Students can work one-on-one with a nationally certified Student Employment Climbing Center with 42-foot wall and bouldering wall personal trainer. Our trainers teach individuals of all fitness More than 700 students are employed annually with Indoor basketball/multipurpose courts for a variety of levels how to use the equipment in the Wellness and Wellness and Recreation. Learn skills for the future through sports (11) Recreation Center, improve performance and reach their practical applications and professional development Fitness centers (50,000 square feet) fitness goals. opportunities that create a foundation for future careers. Indoor track Our ThriveWell programs provide services and programs Wellness and Recreation Employment Mind Body Studio focusing on balanced well-being and student success. For up-to-date information, please visit wellrec.ncsu.edu or Private fitness rooms/personal fitness suite Students can build a custom-made wellness plan and follow us on social media @NCStateWellRec. Fitness studios/activity rooms (6) stay accountable with a certified wellness coach. Learn Social lounges techniques to combat stress, improve sleep hygiene or find Sprint ramp innovative ways to add physical activity during the day. Steam Room and Sauna Teaching kitchen With more than 40 different intramural sports leagues, Racquetball courts (10) tournaments or special events throughout the year. Students can create a team or meet new friends through our Wellness and Recreation operates numerous facilities traditional sports, like soccer, basketball and flag football. throughout campus that include: Students can also participate in one-day special events like Challenge Course @ Schenck Memorial Forest bubble soccer, tennis and dodgeball. Disc Golf Course @ Centennial Campus For students seeking a more competitive sports experience, FitGround functional training area @ Miller Fields try club sports. These student-led organizations practice Method Road Fields regularly and compete against other colleges and Miller Fields universities at the local, state and national levels. Clubs Outdoor basketball courts include a wide variety of men’s, women’s and coed sports, Outdoor tennis courts like volleyball, rugby, softball and lacrosse. Recreation fields @ Centennial Campus
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01 Campus Services Athletics Leadership and Civic Engagement and Resources NC State Athletics aims to prepare student-athletes to compete Leadership and Civic Engagement provides students with at the highest level and to inspire them to be leaders now, and the knowledge, tools and experiences to practice socially in the future, by providing the best environment to achieve responsible leadership. We envision bold and authentic At NC State, experience is education. In addition to their athletic, academic and personal aspirations. It also leaders who work collectively to forge a socially just world learning the skills of their field in classrooms, labs, provides a venue for students and Wolfpack fans to gather and for all people. Opportunities for engagement include the internships and co-ops, students are encouraged to break support NC State Athletics teams. Leadership Development Program, Active Citizenry Series, out and experience what NC State offers in campus life. Alternative Service Break (ASB) experiences, LeaderShape Website: GoPack.com Whether students aim to nurture one’s passion or explore Institute and the Feed the Pack Food Pantry. Service Phone: 919.865.1510 new interests, NC State offers hundreds of interest-based opportunities are available through our Service Site at Email: [email protected] go.ncsu.edu/service. Sign up for their newsletter to learn activities for students to pursue. Facebook: NC State Athletics about all of the available engagement opportunities. Twitter: @PackAthletics Website: leadandengage.dasa.ncsu.edu Instagram: @packathletics Arts NC State Phone: 919.515.9248 Arts NC State is the collective of the six visual and performing Social media: @leadandengage arts programs at NC State: The Crafts Center, Dance Program, Bookstores (Wolfpack Outfitters) Department of Music, Gregg Museum of Art & Design, NC Wolfpack Outfitters is the on-campus source for course State LIVE Performing Art Series and University Theatre. Faith-based Communities materials, technology, school supplies and spirit wear, with Each year, Arts NC State provides hundreds of outstanding NC State offers a diverse array of faith-based communities two convenient locations on campus: Wolfpack Outfitters arts opportunities for our students and community to around campus. With over fifty registered student in Talley Student Union (Main Campus) and Wolf Ridge explore, learn, create and grow through academic classes, organizations that identify in the religious/spiritual community, (Centennial Campus). Consult our online price comparison performance participation and events. Tickets to performances many opportunities are provided for students to engage in tool for the best price on course materials: new, used, rental are available from Ticket Central, located at Frank Thompson their spiritual development while at NC State. For a listing of or e-book. If you need a laptop, be sure to visit the technology Hall, 2241 Dunn Avenue, online at tickets.arts.ncsu.edu or by registered religious and spiritual organizations, please visit the department in Talley Student Union for business-class models calling Ticket Central at 919.515.1100. website below. Organizations can be searched by category that meet the requirements for students’ field of study. first, then select Religious/Spiritual to access this list. Website: arts.ncsu.edu Website: bookstore.ncsu.edu Phone: 919.513.1800 Website: getinvolved.ncsu.edu/organizations Phone: 919.515.2161 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] 12 IV. CAMPUS LIFE
Fraternity and Sorority Life Office of International Services Study Abroad The Department of Fraternity and Sorority Life (FSL) aims The Office of International Services (OIS) provides Study Abroad allows students to develop skills required to prepare students for society through a values-based immigration advising and cross-cultural programming to face the grand challenges of society — it deepens fraternal experience. Focusing on Chapter Services, Council needs for the university’s more than 4,000 international intercultural sensitivity, challenges participants to think more and Community Development and the Living/Learning students who come from over 110 different countries. critically and creatively and broadens both personal and Experience, the Department of Fraternity and Sorority Life Services include advising students on immigration academic perspectives. It teaches independence, flexibility provides holistic development of affiliated students. regulations and university policies; authorizing certain and the ability to deal with ambiguity. Study Abroad students types of on- or off-campus employment options for F-1 and distinguish themselves from their peers by developing these Chapter Services J-1 visa holders; and providing cultural programs designed skills and engaging in a unique learning environment abroad. The fraternity/sorority community at NC State is comprised to enrich the cultural and academic experience of the of 50+ men’s and women’s organizations including over 3,000 Student participants fulfill major, minor and general campus community for both international and students representing more than 13% of undergraduates at education program requirements abroad. For all majors, domestic students. Learn more about their unique NC State. Staff members meet regularly with chapter leaders, with academic planning, studying abroad does not delay cross-cultural programs and events online. alumni and national representatives to ensure chapters are graduation at NC State. Early planning will help to ensure providing meaningful experiences for their members. Website: internationalservices.ncsu.edu that students are able to take advantage of the funding Phone: 919.515.2961 available and ensure progress toward graduation. Students Council and Community Development are eligible to receive financial aid (including loans, grants FSL advises four governing councils within the fraternity/ and scholarships) for the cost of any Study Abroad program. sorority community. The Interfraternity Council is comprised Student Involvement Semester exchange programs provide the most economical of men’s organizations, while the Panhellenic Association is With more than 700 student organizations across option for most students since standard tuition and fees keep comprised of women’s organizations. The Multicultural Greek campus, there is no reason for the Wolfpack to ever get the cost of a semester abroad comparable to a semester on Council organizations honor specific cultural traditions. The bored. Student Involvement supports students as they campus at NC State. In addition to over half a million dollars National Pan-Hellenic Council is comprised of historically explore meaningful co-curricular experiences by per year in study abroad scholarships, there are many other African American fraternities and sororities. providing resources, advising and programming. financial resources available in support of study abroad. Living/Learning Experience Student Involvement is responsible for oversight and The Study Abroad Office supports students throughout the Greek Village serves as the hub to all members of FSL advising many student organizations including Student process from initial interest to their return to campus. organizations, providing a place to break bread, host Government and the University Activities Board (UAB). Website: studyabroad.ncsu.edu philanthropy events, facilitate member activities and Students can discover organizations and upcoming events Phone: 919.515.2087 much more. Chapter Resident Directors live on site to that align with their interests and academic goals by Email: [email protected] ensure facility safety as well as compliance with University browsing Get Involved at getinvolved.ncsu.edu. Facebook: @NCStateStudyAbroad standards. Website: studentinvolvement.dasa.ncsu.edu Instagram: @NCStateStudyAbroad, @PackAbroadBaton Website: fsl.dasa.ncsu.edu Phone: 919.515.2797 Phone: 919.513.2910.
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Transportation WolfTrails Parking Permits NC State Transportation provides a variety of alternative Parking permits are available to purchase through the NC State Transportation offers students a variety of options transportation programs for your student through WolfTrails. Transportation website beginning in early July. First-year to meet their diverse transportation and parking needs. There are many options to choose from, including: students have limited available options. Permits are sold Transportation manages the sale of parking permits and ShareTheRide NC, NC State’s social network for ridesharing; on a semester basis and cost depends on the type of parking facilities. Wolfline, the University’s transit system, Zipcar, a car-sharing program. Learn more about these permit purchased. Students can purchase permits online; connects the three campuses and the surrounding area. options and more on the Transportation website. they are sold on a first-come, first-served basis according Several alternative transportation options are available to a student’s amount of credit hours earned. Permits are including GoPass, which is available for a minimal handling Wolfline (Intra-campus) virtual and linked to license plates through License Plate fee to students and allows them to ride both the city and NC State’s transit system, Wolfline, carries an average of Recognition (LPR). regional buses fare-free. almost 19,000 riders per day and connects NC State’s three campuses and surrounding areas. All Wolfline buses are For additional information, please visit the website below or Bicycles/Walking accessible and equipped with TransLoc Rider (download call NC State Transportation. Bicycling is an inexpensive, healthy and environmentally the free mobile app) which allows riders to see real-time friendly way to travel to, from and around campus. Website: go.ncsu.edu/studentparking bus locations online. No fare is required. Service frequency Bike racks are conveniently located throughout all three Phone: 919.515.3424 varies, but generally, daytime service is available every 10 campuses. Students are strongly encouraged to purchase a - 15 minutes. Saturday/Sunday daytime service connects U-bolt for safe and secure storage. Students must register Main and Centennial Campus, as well as James B. Hunt 02 Campus Community their bicycles with Transportation at no charge. Jr. and D.H. Hill Jr. libraries. Evening service operates until Centers LimeBike and LimeScooter are NC State’s bike and scooter approximately 2 a.m. Wolfline buses run each day classes are sharing programs. There’s no kiosk docking station, so bikes held and during exams. They provide intra-campus service Our centers — Talley Student Union and Witherspoon and scooters can be ridden anywhere and parked at any to the McKimmon Center, park and ride lots, resident storage Student Center — provide a place for the campus bike rack or designated parking area throughout campus! lot and surrounding areas along the routes. Bus service does community to relax, study, eat, shop and play. From Download the Lime mobile app and sign-up with an NC State not run on official university holidays. bustling food courts, to quiet nooks and meeting areas; email address for discounted rates. from vibrant student organization hubs to sprawling green City/Regional spaces, the Student Centers serve as a cornerstone for Parking Enforcement The GoPass program, which is available for a minimal student growth, learning and involvement. They also offer Appropriate parking permissions are required between the handling fee, allows students to ride city buses, GoRaleigh and excellent on-campus jobs that provide flexible hours and hours of 7 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday - Friday (most residential regional buses and GoTriangle for no fare. All that is needed to opportunities for personal and professional growth. areas are enforced until midnight, Monday - Thursday). travel to any Raleigh or Triangle destination is a GoPass swipe Permits are not required after 5 p.m. in any unreserved card and student ID. Students can order their GoPass online at Website: studentcenters.ncsu.edu student commuter or faculty/staff spaces or lots. Never park the Transportation website beginning in early July. Phone: 919.515.3138 in a “24-hr Reserved” space, accessibility space, fire lane or Facebook: NCStateStudentCenters Website: transportation.ncsu.edu area not specifically designated for parking. Twitter: NCStateUnion Phone: 919.515.3424 Instagram: NCStateUnion Facebook: NCSUTransportation Twitter: @ncsuwolfline, @ncsuwolftrails 14 IV. CAMPUS LIFE
Office for Institutional Equity Diversity Engagement, Training and Education The Diversity Engagement, Training and Education unit and Diversity within the Office for Institutional Equity and Diversity The Office for Institutional Equity and Diversity (OIED) provides leadership in the university’s efforts to coordinate, brings the offices of Equal Opportunity and Equity and implement and facilitate educational programs, promote Diversity Engagement, Training and Education together cultural competence and foster an understanding of, and with four campus community centers: the African American appreciation, for diversity, equity and inclusion throughout Cultural Center; the Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender the university community. Activities include: diversity (GLBT) Center; Multicultural Student Affairs (MSA); and training, programs, assessment and consultation for the the Women’s Center. OIED also offers diversity and equity recruitment, retention and success of students, faculty training and a campuswide diversity newsletter, the and staff and reviewing and recommending changes to Diversity Digest. university policies, procedures and regulations to promote diversity and enhance inclusion. Website: ncsu.edu/diversity Phone: 919.515.3148 Email: [email protected] African American Cultural Center Facebook: NCStateOIED Twitter: @NCStateOIED The African American Cultural Center is one of four campus Instagram: NCStateOIED community centers (along with the GLBT Center, Multicultural Student Affairs, and the Women’s Center) housed within Equal Opportunity and Equity the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity (OIED). The The Equal Opportunity and Equity unit of the Office for African American Cultural Center promotes awareness of and Institutional Equity and Diversity strives to make NC appreciation for African American and other African diasporic State University a discrimination-free, harassment-free experiences through activities and events that enhance environment for faculty, students and staff to work, live and academic excellence and strengthen cultural competence for learn. This unit is responsible for managing and monitoring the campus and surrounding communities. the university’s equal opportunity compliance activities; overseeing the university’s equal opportunity policies; To learn more about the African American Cultural Center responding to complaints; conducting investigations; and the programs offered, visit their website and follow developing and delivering training and educational them on social media. The AACC main office is located on outreach to campus and consulting with supervisors, the 3rd floor of Witherspoon Student Center. managers and unit equity officers regarding equal Website: ncsu.edu/aacc opportunity concerns and initiatives. Phone: 919.515.5210 Email: [email protected] Facebook: ncsuaacc Twitter: @ncsuaacc Instagram: aaculturalcenter 15 IV. CAMPUS LIFE
GLBT Center To learn more about the GLBT Center and the programs Women’s Center offered, visit their website and follow them on social The GLBT Center is one of four campus community centers The NC State Women’s Center is one of four Campus media. The GLBT office is located on the 5th floor of Talley (along with the Women’s Center, Multicultural Student Community Centers (along with the GLBT Center, Multicultural Student Union. Affairs and the African American Cultural Center) housed Student Affairs and the African American Cultural Center) under the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity (OIED). Website: ncsu.edu/glbt housed within the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity The GLBT Center serves students of all sexual orientations, Phone: 919.513.9742 (OIED). The mission of the Women’s Center is to build and gender identities and gender expressions; including gay, Email: [email protected] create a community of authentic and engaged allies and lesbian, bisexual, pansexual, asexual, queer, transgender, Facebook: GLBT Center leaders to pursue gender equity and social justice while genderqueer, gender fluid, gender non-conforming, non- Twitter: @glbtcenter enhancing the campus climate through education, advocacy, binary, agender, intersex and questioning students and Instagram: @ncstateglbtcenter support and leadership development. their allies. Multicultural Student Affairs To learn more about the Women’s Center and the programs The GLBT Center strives to increase the NC State campus offered, visit their website and follow them on social media. Multicultural Student Affairs is one of four campus community community’s understanding of diversity by working The Women’s Center office is located on the 5th floor of centers (along with the GLBT Center, the Women’s Center, and collaboratively to raise awareness, promote respect and Talley Student Union. the African American Cultural Center) housed within the Office create a culture of equity, inclusion and social justice. of Institutional Equity and Diversity (OIED). Multicultural Student Website: ncsu.edu/womens-center To fulfill that mission, they help students connect to form Affairs works to implement safe spaces for underrepresented Phone: 919.515.2012 social support networks, offer identity-based and health- students in an effort to provide a sense of belonging and Email: [email protected] related information and resources, consult with students orchestrates programs that promote student development, Facebook: NCSUWomen’sCenter individually and collectively on issues related to personal identity affirmation and academic success. Twitter: @ncsuwomensctr identity and academic success, refer students to a wide Instagram: NCSUWomen’sCenter variety of resources on campus and in the local community, To learn more about Multicultural Student Affairs and the provide professional and leadership development programs offered, visit their website and follow them on opportunities and host educational events and programs. The social media. The Multicultural Student Affairs office is center partners with student organizations, such as the GLBT located on the 4th floor of Talley Student Union. Community Alliance (GLBTCA), Out in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (oSTEM), AcePack (for asexual/ Website: ncsu.edu/msa aromantic students), Channel Blond (for Black queer and Phone: 919.515.3835 trans students) and Bi/Pan@NCSU (for bisexual/pansexual Email: [email protected] students). The GLBT Center staff also facilitates center groups Facebook: NCStateMSA such as T-Files (for transgender students), Queer and Trans Twitter: @NCState_MSA People of Color (QTPOC) and Queer Media Club. Instagram: NCStateMSA
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03 Community Expectations Code of Student Conduct Student Ombuds Services The Code of Student Conduct is a set of behavioral What is “Ombuds?” A guide for conflict management, standards for students in the NC State community. This prevention and resolution. The Ombuds provides an policy covers topics related to academic and non-academic Community Compact informal, confidential, impartial and independent source misconduct and the possible sanctions for instances when NC State’s Community Compact is an agreement all students of assistance for students to help them navigate their a student is found in violation. Students are encouraged to make by choosing to join the NC State university experience. A Student Ombuds advocates for fair be familiar with this Code as it applies to them both on and community. It is as follows: processes, working to empower the student to successfully off-campus. navigate the institution to address challenges and identify As members of the NC State Community: We affirm a resources. In short, if a student — or a student’s family — commitment to integrity and the pursuit of excellence in our For a full version of the Code of Student Conduct, please has a unique situation and doesn’t know where to turn for academic, personal and professional endeavors. go online and visit the Office of Student Conduct website at support, direction or an understanding “ear,” contact Student We honor freedom of thought and expression. We studentconduct.dasa.ncsu.edu. Ombuds Services (S.O.S.) to explore options and next steps. respect the diversity of individuals and groups. We affirm our commitment to fairness and justice. We commit to Prevention Services Students may come to S.O.S. for a variety of reasons. conducting ourselves in accordance with the highest ethical Prevention Services provides case management, education Student Ombuds Services serves as a first point of contact standards. We foster engagement in a culture of service and outreach emphasizing inclusive, developmental and for students experiencing food, housing and/or financial and stewardship within the NC State, national and global non-judgmental perspectives for student prevention efforts. insecurity and helps connect students to available resources communities. Our services include Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) if they experience an unexpected financial challenge. education, CARES case management, Suicide Prevention Sometimes students simply want to talk. Some are reluctant Office of Student Conduct and a Collegiate Recovery Community. Additionally, to go through formal channels. Others don’t know where Prevention Services offers outreach and training on else to go, and some have tried other ways to get help, but The Office of Student Conduct is responsible for the various mental health and wellness prevention topics as haven’t found what they need. If you are not sure whether coordination of all aspects of the student conduct process well as consultation for faculty and staff. Our services are S.O.S. can help, please contact us, no matter how big or at NC State University. This includes providing educational by appointment or phone. If you are concerned about small your student’s concern may be. All conversations are programs to students, consulting with faculty and managing a student, you can make a referral to CARES by visiting voluntary, confidential and free. the review process for the resolution of alleged student our website and clicking on Make a Referral. Prevention misconduct. The office administers the Code of Student More resources are available on the Pack Essentials website: programs work closely with campus resources to provide Conduct in order to inform students of the expectations and dasa.ncsu.edu/pack-essentials/ early intervention for students who may be struggling standards they have as members of the NC State community. personally or whose behavior has led others to be Website: ombuds.dasa.ncsu.edu If there is an alleged violation of the Code of Student Conduct, concerned for their well-being. Phone: 919.513.3401 the office uses the Student Discipline Procedures to review Email: [email protected] and respond to the alleged behavior. Website: prevention.dasa.ncsu.edu Phone: 919.515.4405 Phone: 919.515.2963 Email: [email protected]
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For students on campus, these WolfAlert communication 04 Safety and Emergency Be Pack Ready! options may be used: Communications Have a communication plan in place with your student so you both know how you would communicate in the event Audible Alerts via Siren of an emergency on campus. Keep in mind that, without A Special Message to Around campus, there are mounted speakers that send charge, cell phone batteries will go dead, so be sure to keep audible signals to widespread areas. Generally these Pack Families emergency phone numbers written down should you need messages will be brief with specific instructions and direct NC State has a Responsible Behavior Initiative. As part of its assistance. Consider where you would go if an emergency listeners on how to stay up-to-date. mission, the education provided for students emphasizes strikes and you have to leave your home. A personal responsibility to oneself and the community. Talk with your emergency plan should have alternate locations in case Student Text Alerts student about decision making, expectations and general your home is impacted. Your student has the ability to receive text messages to best practices for personal safety. their cell phone with safety alerts. The message will be brief Pack a Bag! and contain safety instructions or details they need to know Here are a few tips to highlight: We recommend being ready to move quickly with an immediately. This service is only for students, and your Be aware of surroundings when walking at night emergency kit (bag) and have the following supplies student should verify their contact number in MyPack Portal. Communicate any suspicious activity with an RA or readily available in residence halls, apartments, homes university administrator and offices for the first 24 hours of an event or until Email Alerts Do not give out access codes for residence halls normal conditions return: Broadcast emails are delivered to all official University Do not leave items unattended at any time At least 1 gallon of drinking water email accounts containing your [email protected]. Do not prop doors open Blankets or sleeping bag Online Notifications Do not walk with headphones in First aid kit WolfAlerts may be posted on the NC State’s homepage Keep the door to your residence hall room locked at Flashlight with batteries at ncsu.edu and posted online via social media, such as all times Food for pets Twitter. Suggested groups to follow are @NCState, Lock your vehicle Non-perishable food and can opener @ncstateemmc, @ncsupolice and @NCStatePFS. Remain in well-lit areas Prescription medications and eyeglasses
Report lost keys immediately Desktop Notifications More resources for Pack Ready Emergency Planning can be Students are required to register bicycles with Alertus is a desktop notification available to devices found online at go.ncsu.edu/packready. NC State University Transportation (free of charge) connected to the NC State network. The University has the Take responsibility for personal safety and security Emergency Communications at NC State ability to post emergency alerts to individual computers via WolfAlert is NC State’s official emergency communication Alertus software. Emergency Preparedness system. NC State takes the safety of its community very Emergency Information for Parents Emergency planning and preparedness are key to seriously and with only the highest regard. In case of an WolfAlerts are designated for students, faculty and staff. minimizing impact from an unplanned event. For our emergency, different options are available for updates and Pack Parents and Families off-campus are encouraged students, NC State encourages them to make a plan! directions. to download the NC State On Campus app to receive Pack a bag! notifications and emergency information. 18 V. CAMPUS DIRECTORY
Campus Emergency Services ...... 911 Student Media ...... 515.2411 Area Code 919 Campus Emergency Status Information ...... 513.8888 Student Ombuds Services ...... 513.0235 Campus Enterprises ...... 513.2524 Student Services Center ...... 515.6278 Colleges and Programs Career Development Center ...... 515.2396 Study Abroad ...... 515.2087 Agricultural Institute ...... 515.3248 Counseling Center ...... 515.2423 Transportation/Parking ...... 515.3424 College of Agriculture & Life Sciences (CALS) ...... 515.2614 D.H. Hill Jr. Library ...... 515.3364 Undergraduate Research ...... 513.0095 College of Design ...... 515.8306 Disability Resource Office ...... 515.7653 University Dining ...... 515.7012 College of Education (CED) ...... 515.5514 Fraternity and Sorority Life ...... 513.2910 University Housing ...... 515.2440 College of Engineering (COE) ...... 515.3263 Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender University Police ...... 515.3000 College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHASS) 515.2468 (GLBT) Center ...... 513.9742 University Tutorial Center ...... 515.3163 College of Natural Resources (CNR) ...... 515.2883 Immunizations ...... 515.7233 VIP Benefit Program ...... 515.2441 College of Sciences (COS) ...... 515.2501 Inter-Residence Council (IRC) ...... 515.3238 Wellness and Recreation ...... 515.7529 College of Veterinary Medicine ...... 513.6461 James B. Hunt Jr. Library ...... 515.7110 Wolfpack Club ...... 865.1500 Environmental Sciences ...... 513.2520 Leadership and Civic Engagement ...... 515.9248 WolfPack One Card ...... 515.3090 The Graduate School ...... 515.2872 Lonnie Poole Golf Course ...... 833.3338 Women’s Center ...... 515.2012 Poole College of Management ...... 515.5565 Multicultural Student Affairs ...... 515.3835 University College (Exploratory Studies) ...... 515.8130 Music Department ...... 515.2981 NC State Fight Song Wilson College of Textiles ...... 515.6640 New Student Programs ...... 515.1234 Office of InformationTechnology (OIT) Help Desk .... 515.4357 Shout aloud to the men who will play the game to win Campus Services Office for Institutional Equity and Diversity (OIED) .. 515.3148 We’re behind you, keep fightin’ for State--- Office of International Services ...... 515.2961 Hold that line, hold ‘em fast We’ll reach victory at last Academic and Student Affairs ...... 515.2446 Parents and Families Services (PFS) ...... 515.2441 We’re behind you, keep fightin’ for State--- Academic Advising Services ...... 515.8130 Parents’ Fund (Annual Giving) ...... 515.0562 Rise up to the fray and let your colors wave, Academic Support Program for Student Athletes .... 515.2464 Pre-Professional Programs ...... 515.2396 Shout out for dear old NC State;--GO STATE! African American Cultural Center ...... 515.5210 Student Centers ...... 515.3138 And where-e’er we go, Arts NC State ...... 513.1800 Student Conduct ...... 515.2963 We’ll let the whole world know, We’re behind you, keep fightin’ for State. Arts NC State Ticket Central ...... 515.1100 Student Health Services ...... 515.2563 Athletic Ticket Office ...... 865.1510 Student Involvement ...... 515.2797 Bookstores (Wolfpack Outfitters)...... 515.2161 Student Legal Services ...... 515.7091
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