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WELCOME TO THE WOLFPACK My Student’s Contact Information Parents & Families Services Student ID # Now that your student has enrolled, you too are a member of the Wolfpack. At NC State, we view Residence Hall the relationship we have with our students’ parents and families as a partnership; one created to Room # 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. Mailing Address Services Programs and Events Phone # We work diligently to ensure that parents are The Office of Parents & Families Services has Email Address informed by providing enhanced services a variety of programs and events designed to and communications for all NC State parents bring our parents to campus and celebrate the Sending Mail? For details on mailing a package to your and families. These services include, but important roles that parents and families play in on-campus student please see Section III. Life at NC State are not limited to: web and social media, the lives of students and within the university in the back of this handbook or visit the housing website periodic electronic and print communications, community. online at go.ncsu.edu/mail. emergency email notifications and the Parents’ HelpLine. Events and programs currently offered are: Contact Us Our Parents’ HelpLine is a phone and email Parents & Families Weekend resource for Pack Parents to rely on when it PacKIN ACTION Sibling Event Parents & Families Services Parents’ HelpLine comes to supporting their student(s). Parents Spring Fling Weekend E. Carroll Joyner Visitor Center 919.515.2441 should feel free to call our office Monday-Friday First in Family Reception Campus Box 7404 ncstateparents@ncsu.edu Raleigh, NC 27695-7404 parents.ncsu.edu between 7:30am - 4:30pm or email our office Parent Volunteer Network anytime they have questions or concerns. Very Important Parent (VIP) Discount Program
Welcome to the NC State Family! Important Dates We are delighted that your student has chosen NC State. meaningful ways. No matter what your student’s goal may be, August 16 - 18, 2019 Move-In Weekend Our exceptional Wolfpack community makes NC State great, at NC State, we help make it a reality. and we know that your family will strengthen it further. Over August 19, 2019 Convocation Our students’ success is built on a longstanding tradition of the next few years, your student will be immersed in the educational excellence as well as a productive partnership world-class instruction and innovation for which NC State and August 21, 2019 First Day of Classes between families and the university. We know that you are the Research Triangle are known. As a university, we work to Fall Semester not only an advocate for your student but also a source of provide all students with the resources and support to create a August 27, 2019 Last Day to Add a Course encouragement and support. foundation for success. Without Permission We want to ensure that you have the necessary resources September 2, 2019 Labor Day We are proud to offer our students a great variety of to be well informed and involved. Parents’ Orientation is a (University closed) educational opportunities, allowing them to gain real-world significant first step to helping your student achieve a smooth October 10 - 11, 2019 Fall Break experience, recognize their potential and discover how they transition into college. The Office of Parents and Families (University open) can make an impact – whether through participating in honors Services provides a variety of resources to help keep you November 27 - 29, 2019 Thanksgiving Break and scholars programs, understanding of global perspectives connected to all things NC State. I hope you find this calendar during study abroad programs, or tackling real-world and handbook a useful reference for information about dates, challenges through hands-on research. Students can also be December 19, 2019 Fall Commencement events, academics, and student life on campus. involved in an exceptional variety of co-curricular activities and on-campus programming, including pre-professional We are genuinely excited to have your family join us. Welcome Dec. 23, 2019 - Jan. 1, 2020 Winter Break organizations, intramural sports, and opportunities for service. (University closed) to our tradition-rich, vibrant, diverse community. I wish you Embodying the Think and Do spirit, NC State students stand and your student the best as we start the academic year January 6, 2020 First Day of Classes apart as creative, critical thinkers. Spring Semester together and embark on a bright future. January 20, 2020 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day NC State produces national scholars and fellows, and our Sincerely, (University closed) graduates are consistently ranked among the most desirable in the nation. Our alumni contribute more than $4.2 billion to the March 9 - 13, 2020 Spring Break (University open) state economy each year. From launching businesses to W. Randolph Woodson producing new technologies, they are changing the world in Chancellor May 9, 2020 Commencement
AUGUST 2019 S U N D AY M O N D AY T U E S D AY W E D N E S D AY T H U R S D AY F R I D AY S AT U R D AY 1 2 3 Ask your students… What is it like living in your residence hall? How are you meeting new people? Is campus becoming more familiar to you? 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Parents & Famillies Weekend Tickets go on sale go.ncsu.edu/pfw 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 Move-in Move-in Weekend Weekend 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 Move-in Convocation First Day Weekend of Classes 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 NOTES AUGUST 2019
SEPTEMBER 2019 S U N D AY M O N D AY T U E S D AY W E D N E S D AY T H U R S D AY F R I D AY S AT U R D AY 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Labor Day University Closed. No Classes. 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Deadline for Student Health Insurance Waiver 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 Flu Clinic Parents Parents go.ncsu.edu/ & Families & Families flushot Weekend Weekend 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Parents Flu Clinic & Families go.ncsu.edu/ Weekend flushot 29 30 Ask your students… Tell me about your classes so far? What are some of the out-of-classroom experiences you are enjoying? Are you feeling homesick? What can we do to help? NOTES SEPTEMBER 2019
OCTOBER 2019 S U N D AY M O N D AY T U E S D AY W E D N E S D AY T H U R S D AY F R I D AY S AT U R D AY 1 2 3 4 5 Ask your students… FAFSA Flu Clinic How are you Available Online go.ncsu.edu/ fafsa.gov flushot preparing for NC State School your midterms? Code: 002972 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Flu Clinic Fall Break Fall Break go.ncsu.edu/ No Classes. No Classes. flushot University University Open. Open. 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 Flu Clinic Flu Clinic go.ncsu.edu/ go.ncsu.edu/ flushot flushot 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 Flu Clinic go.ncsu.edu/ flushot 27 28 29 30 31 Flu Clinic What are you doing to stay healthy? How was your go.ncsu.edu/ meeting with your advisor? What are your classes flushot next semester? Have you started the FAFSA? … and remind them you are there for support. NOTES OCTOBER 2019
NOVEMBER 2019 S U N D AY M O N D AY T U E S D AY W E D N E S D AY T H U R S D AY F R I D AY S AT U R D AY 1 2 Ask your students… How is (name of your student’s club/organization) going? Have your values or beliefs been challenged or have they changed at all? Have you connected with any friends from home? How are you feeling about exams? 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Flu Clinic Flu Clinic go.ncsu.edu/ go.ncsu.edu/ flushot flushot 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 Flu Clinic go.ncsu.edu/ flushot 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 Thanksgiving Thanksgiving Thanksgiving Break Break Break No Classes. No Classes. No Classes. University University University Open. Closed. Closed. NOTES NOVEMBER 2019
DECEMBER 2019 S U N D AY M O N D AY T U E S D AY W E D N E S D AY T H U R S D AY F R I D AY S AT U R D AY 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Flu Clinic Last Day go.ncsu.edu/ of Classes flushot 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Final Final Reading Final Final Exams Exams Day Exams Exams 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 Final Final Final Fall Exams Exams Exams Commencement 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Winter Break No Classes. Residence Halls Closed. University Closed through 01/01/20. 29 30 31 Ask your students… How do you think your semester went overall? What will you do differently in the spring? What are your plans for the winter break? … and remind them of how proud they make you. NOTES DECEMBER 2019
JANUARY 2020 S U N D AY M O N D AY T U E S D AY W E D N E S D AY T H U R S D AY F R I D AY S AT U R D AY 1 2 3 4 Ask your students… What are you looking New Year’s Day forward to this semester? Would you like us to University Closed. visit for Spring Fling weekend? What 2020-2021 scholarships do you plan to apply for? 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 First Day of Classes 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Spring Fling Flu Clinic Tickets go.ncsu.edu/ go on sale flushot parents. ncsu.edu 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 Martin L. King, Jr. Day University Closed. No Classes. 26 27 28 29 30 31 NOTES JANUARY 2020
FEBRUARY 2020 S U N D AY M O N D AY T U E S D AY W E D N E S D AY T H U R S D AY F R I D AY S AT U R D AY 1 Ask your students… Do you have plans for Spring Break? Let’s discuss budget, safety, communication, etc. Have you connected with anyone in your new classes? Have you completed the FAFSA application? 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Flu Clinic National Wear go.ncsu.edu/ Red Day flushot 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 Flu Clinic go.ncsu.edu/ flushot 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 NOTES FEBRUARY 2020
MARCH 2020 S U N D AY M O N D AY T U E S D AY W E D N E S D AY T H U R S D AY F R I D AY S AT U R D AY 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 FAFSA Priority Filing Deadline NC State School Code: 002972 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Spring Break Spring Break Spring Break Spring Break Spring Break No Classes. Residence Halls Closed. University Open. 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Ask your students… Are you being challenged by your classes? Are you still enjoying your major? Have you considered enrolling in Summer Sessions? NOTES MARCH 2020
APRIL 2020 S U N D AY M O N D AY T U E S D AY W E D N E S D AY T H U R S D AY F R I D AY S AT U R D AY 1 2 3 4 Ask your students… How are you preparing for your final exams? What are you doing to stay healthy? What are your plans for the summer? Let’s talk about house rules. 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 Last Day Reading of Classes Day 26 27 28 29 30 Final Exams Final Exams Final Exams Final Exams NOTES APRIL 2020
MAY 2020 S U N D AY M O N D AY T U E S D AY W E D N E S D AY T H U R S D AY F R I D AY S AT U R D AY 1 2 Ask your students… Final Exams In what ways have you grown as an individual this year? What is the process for moving out of the residence hall? What do you need from us? How do you plan to keep in touch with your friends? 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Final Exams Final Exams Commencement commencement .nscu.edu 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Maymester, Summer Session I - First Day of Classes 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 Memorial Day No Classes. University Closed. 31 NOTES MAY 2020
JUNE 2020 S U N D AY M O N D AY T U E S D AY W E D N E S D AY T H U R S D AY F R I D AY S AT U R D AY 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Summer Summer Session I - Session I - Final Final Exams Exams 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 Summer Session II - First Day of Classes 28 29 30 Summer Talking Points… A time of reflection. Staying connected with college friends. Spending time with family. NOTES JUNE 2020
JULY 2020 S U N D AY M O N D AY T U E S D AY W E D N E S D AY T H U R S D AY F R I D AY S AT U R D AY 1 2 3 4 Ask your students… How are you preparing No Classes. Independence for the fall? What are your goals for the fall University Closed. Day semester? What is your plan for returning to campus? How can we help? 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 Summer Summer Session II - Session II - Final Final Exams Exams NOTES JULY 2020
PARENTS HANDBOOK PAGE Table of Contents ................................................... 1 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 using their that student records are private and may only Unity ID and password. 02 Student Services Center .............................................................. 6 Cashier’s Office/Registration and Records/Office of Scholarships & 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 including Student Accounts/Billing/Payment, 01 University Housing ........................................................................ 8 student chooses to block their information. Tax Information, Academic Information, Directory Information and Financial Aid. 02 On-campus Student Resources ................................................ 9 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 Communication .............................. 18 V. Campus Directory ................................................................. 19 1
I. ALL-ACCESS You’re Invited! PARENTS & FAMILIES WEEKEND PACK PARENT September 20-22, 2019 Tickets will go on sale Thursday, August 8, 2019 01 You are now a Pack Parent, congratulations! Did you Know? Dear Wolfpack Family, Communication with the university, as with your student, is NC State is home to one of the top collegiate golf critical in this new educational endeavor. Stay informed by courses in the country, not only for its Arnold Palmer May I extend warm wishes especially to your 2019-2020 reading emails and correspondences from the university, championship design but also as a training ground for Wolfpack freshman and of course to your entire family. You since this can support you in keeping abreast of important our golf teams, future golf professionals, turf managers are embarking on a special time in your scholar’s career and information to be discussed as a family. and stormwater/sustainability experts. I encourage you to take full advantage of the opportunities, events, services and support that NC State offers to both you The gracious welcome that my son and I received from The course and clubhouse are open to the public, with and your student. Parents & Families Services continues today as a link between indoor practice facilities, club fitting services, a golf our home and NC State. The support this office provides shop and restaurant with veranda and firepit patio. My son enrolled as a freshman for the families, especially in this new chapter of our lives, Students can use their meal plan and All Campus 2018-2019 school year; without a doubt is continual, educational and yes, even comforting. account to dine, and you don’t want to miss Sunday this has been an amazing journey for him I, personally, have connected with Parents & Families brunch when family visits. as a student in the College of Agricultural Services by volunteering and attending Parents & Families and Life Sciences (CALS.) He and I Students can also get discounted golf/cart fees of $40 Weekend, which occurs every fall. Additionally, through the continue to be excited in this educational (M-Th) and $55 (Fri-Sun/ Holidays) to play golf. Special Very Important Parent (VIP) discount program, the Office of community, where he continually rates for families are available for Parents & Families Parents & Families Services has forged partnerships with explores his gifts, talents and interests. Weekend. local and national businesses to offer special discounts to Similar to our roles as parents in the NC State parents throughout the year. Visit go.ncsu.edu/lpgc or call 919.833.3338 to reserve elementary, middle and high school your tee time today. NC State University staff, current Wolfpack parents, as well as years, it is important to encourage our my son and I welcome you to the Pack! We all look forward children to learn and often experience to meeting you and working with you to make this first year a the many clubs, organizations, learning successfully memorable year for your family. villages and other rich opportunities that NC State offers. As we encourage Go Pack! our children, I encourage us as parents to stay connected with the Wolfpack Sincerely, community. Pamela Ford, Proud Pack Parent 2
I. ALL-ACCESS PACK PARENT 02 Pack Parent Benefit Programs Parent Pride Points VIP Partners and Sponsors The Office of Parents & Families Services facilitates the Parent Pride Points provide parents and families with Hotels partnership of parents, students and the university by the unique opportunity to experience many of our The STATE VIEW (on-campus) Hilton Garden Inn encouraging parents to become more involved and informed well-known Wolfpack traditions. Listed below are 919.743.0055 Raleigh/Crabtree Valley about life at NC State. By partnering with us and supporting 25 parent traditions; some are well-known among Aloft Raleigh 919.703.2525 919.828.9900 Holiday Inn Express your student, you are part of the Wolfpack community, a very students while a few are designed specifically for Best Western PLUS Cary Inn & Suites Hotel & Suites important parent. Your student’s success is dependent on your parents and families, but all should include your 919.481.1200 919.854.0001 support and engagement. NC State student. Any parent or family member Best Western Raleigh Holiday Inn Raleigh North can earn Pride Points and will have easy access to North Downtown 919.872.3500 This is why the Office of Parents & Families Services has a printable list from the Parents & Families Services 919.872.5000 SpringHill Suites by Marriott worked hard to create two benefit programs exclusively for Comfort Inn Raleigh Midtown website for tracking and commemorating each proud Raleigh/Cary Pack Parents. Our Parent Pride Points program was developed 919.828.1813 919.977.7244 parent experience. Parents who complete 18 of the in collaboration with Student Government and the Student DoubleTree by Hilton Wingate by Wyndham 25 Pride Points can send us their list via email and Raleigh Crabtree Valley Alumni Association to provide opportunities for parents and State Arena Raleigh/Cary will receive a commemorative gift. 919.782.8600 students to experience some of the richest Wolfpack traditions 919.809.8660 Embassy Suites Raleigh Crabtree NC State has to offer. The VIP (Very Important Parent) discount Go to Parents’ Orientation Enjoy Family Dinner 919.881.0000 Entertainment program offers local and online discounts. Help Your Student Move-In at Fountain Fairfield Inn & Suites Raleigh/Cary ARTS NC STATE Visit the NC State Bookstores Visit D.H. Hill Jr. Library 919.301.8467 Ticket Central Remember Parents & Families Services is supportive of all Paint the Free Experience James B. Hampton Inn & Suites Raleigh/Cary 919.515.1100 family members of NC State students, and considers all to Expression Tunnel Hunt Jr. Library 919.233.1798 be Pack Parents. All affiliated programs are open to anyone in Take the Krispy Kreme Hampton Inn & Suites Services Attend the Chocolate Festival the student’s family and all are invited, as well as encouraged, Challenge Raleigh Crabtree Valley Red & White Shop Attend Pre-Game Party & to participate. Football Game Visit the Memorial Belltower 919.881.7080 919.803.3268 Whisper in the Wolf Ears Hampton Inn & Suites Security Self-Storage Dine at Clark Dining Hall Attend an Arts NC State Event Raleigh Downtown 888.680.9038 Send a Care Package 919.825.4770 Write a Letter of Try Howling Cow Ice Cream Encouragement Take the Polar Plunge For a full list of our partners, rates and discount codes Serve as a Parent Volunteer Attend Play4Kay Women’s Basketball Game please refer to your VIP Member Card. New Pack Use Your VIP Discount Card Take your student to dinner Parents will receive this card in August with a new- Attend Spring Fling in Raleigh parent Welcome Packet. This information, and more, Dine at Case Dining Hall is available online at go.ncsu.edu/pfs-vip. Participate in a Parent Service Project 3
I. ALL-ACCESS PACK PARENT 03 Learn the Lingo Grade Point Average (GPA) Grade Point Average (GPA) is a summary (semesterly and Pack-A-Palooza NC State’s annual street festival, hosted on Hillsborough Street, is Advisor cumulative) of a student’s academic record and is determined by an all-day block party on the final day of Wolfpack Welcome Week. An individual assigned to your student to help them along their your student’s earned grades. To see the grading scale and a GPA calculator, visit go.ncsu.edu/gpa-calculator. Repeating Courses academic journey. This resource provides guidance, shares Undergraduate students have the opportunity to repeat a course opportunities and helps your student graduate on time. Grading System without permission if the previous attempt grade earned was a Atrium NC State operates on a letter grade (A-F) plus/minus grading scale D+ or less. To repeat a course where the grade earned was a C- or The Atrium is a food court located on the Brickyard with a variety of that corresponds to grade points and credit hours. To see the better, students must obtain an advisor’s approval first. For more meal choices for your student. Meal plans and Dining Dollars can be grading system chart, visit policies.ncsu.edu/regulation/reg-02-50-03. information please go online and visit go.ncsu.edu/courserepeat. used here. D.H. Hill Jr. Library Syllabus The Brickyard NC State’s Main Campus library. Study rooms, a makerspace, a Distributed in all academic courses, the syllabus provides a course A plaza located on North Campus that is a gathering spot for students, coffee shop and creamery are just some of the features of this description, learning outcomes, course structure, instructor’s office organizations, club fairs and events. The official name of The Brickyard campus resource. hours and contact information. It also includes required course is University Plaza. materials and details the plan for the semester helping students Howling Cow plan their time wisely and complete the course successfully. C-Store NC State’s very own premium ice cream. Howling Cow is made on Convenience stores around campus that accept the Wolfpack One Card campus at the Feldmeier Dairy Processing Lab in Schaub Hall and Talley Student Union and sell food, beverages and personal items. offers over 15 flavors available at creameries located on both Main Located on Central Campus, Talley Student Union is a foundation and Centennial Campuses. for student life, offering a vast array of programs, dining options CODA and resources. Change of Degree Application (CODA) is a centralized resource James B. Hunt Jr. Library for students applying to add or change majors. Learn more at The University’s Centennial Campus library offers state-of-the-art Technician studentservices.ncsu.edu/your-degree/coda. technology and innovative architecture, it draws students of every The on-campus student newspaper published Monday - Friday discipline here for its unique features. during the academic year and is accessible at technicianonline.com. Centennial Campus Centennial Campus is centered around the mission of research, The Memorial Belltower Tuffy innovation and collaboration with over 100 different businesses and A monument built on campus to honor NC State alumni soldiers killed NC State’s live mascot. Tuffy is a Tamaskan Dog that looks like a government agencies. Home to the College of Engineering, Wilson during World War I. The Belltower, as it is known on campus, is the wolf and makes appearances at campus events and athletic games. College of Textiles and James B. Hunt Jr. Library. center of many Wolfpack traditions and is illuminated red for holidays Witherspoon Student Center that honor our veterans, such as Memorial Day and Veterans’ Day, and Free Expression Tunnel Home to the African American Cultural Center, Student Media and to celebrate NC State’s proudest occasions and achievements. One of three tunnels connecting the two sides of Main Campus the university’s Campus Cinema. The cinema shows films to the divided by railroad tracks. This tunnel is a unique space designated Main Campus NC State community for free. for students to share their thoughts and feelings. It is often used to Original campus of NC State composed of North Campus and Wolfline advertise and highlight events and opportunities on campus and is Central Campus, separated by railroad tracks. North Campus Free campus bus service available to all NC State students. ever changing. houses many academic buildings whereas Central Campus is the See Transportation for more details. hub for student activity. Grade Exclusion Undergraduate students have the ability to select up to two Moodle (Wolfware) NC State courses with a grade of C- or below to be excluded from their A University website with pages for each course in which a cumulative GPA. Students can apply for grade exclusions through their student is enrolled. On Moodle students can check grades, turn in MyPack Portal. Parents and students can access more information about assignments and participate in online discussions. grade exclusions online at policies.ncsu.edu/regulation/reg-02-20-16. 4
Student Success Fund II. ACADEMIC AND FINANCIAL At NC State, we know that success means pushing the boundaries beyond the classroom. The Student Success Fund provides students with access to opportunities that have the greatest impact on their RESOURCES college experience — experiences that help students grow as innovative, critical thinkers, 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 Student Success Fund by parents and alumni GIVE TODAY just like you. Your gift to the Student Success Fund means that even giving.dasa.ncsu.edu more students will benefit from high-impact experiences they need Phone: 919.515.5317 to excel in the classroom and as future leaders. 01 Academic Overview individual’s work is his or her own and honest. Students who do not uphold this policy will be sent to the Office of Student Attendance Conduct for review. Students are expected to become familiar with the Understanding NC State’s academic information and attendance policies set forth for each of their classes as laid resources provides parents with the knowledge to best Academic Standing/Status out by the instructor in the syllabus for each course in which they are enrolled. NC State does offer excused absences for support student success. Parents and students should Academic status will be calculated at the end of every anticipated reasons, with documentation. openly discuss expectations for information-sharing and fall, spring and summer term for all enrolled access, and be certain to keep an up-to-date parent profile Unanticipated Absences include such events as: illness, undergraduate students. in MyPack Portal if your student has granted you access. death of a family member, or a natural disaster. Good Standing Communication with instructors as soon as possible A student in Good Standing has a cumulative Grade Point Average Academic Advising Programs (GPA) of at least 2.0. once the event is known is expected and in everyone’s best interest. If your student is unable to notify instructors, and Services Academic Warning parents/guardians can contact an Absence Verification Students will be placed on Academic Warning and allowed to Academic Advising Services (AAS) provides quality and Officer to work alongside the student to communicate with continue enrollment if they have a cumulative GPA less than 2.0 timely advising services to undergraduate students with and a grade point deficit of 15 or less, OR a cumulative GPA above the student’s instructors. A copy of the verification the goal of facilitating academic success, major selection, 2.0 and a term GPA below 1.0. message is also sent to the student and the student’s career exploration and personal enrichment. AAS is a Academic Advisor. Academic Probation collaboration of professional cross-curricular advisors who Students will be placed on Academic Probation for one term after Excuses for unanticipated absences must be reported to the partner to provide walk-in, face-to face, call-in and virtual an appeal to return from Academic Suspension has been approved. instructor as soon as possible, but not more than one week advising to undergraduate students in transition; training Students on Academic Probation who earn a term GPA of at least 2.0 during their Probationary term will move to Academic Warning. after the return to class. Examples of unanticipated absences and development for all University advisors; interpretation Failing to due so will result in Academic Suspension. are short-term illness, injury affecting the ability to attend or of academic policy; and application of General Education to be productive academically while in class, serious illness, Plan to support timely degree completion. Academic Suspension or death in the family. Additional information is available Students will be placed on Academic Suspension if they have a cumulative GPA less than 2.0 and a grade point deficit greater online at go.ncsu.edu/attendance. Academic Integrity than 15 at the end of any term, OR fail to maintain a term GPA of at least 2.0 for every subsequent fall, spring, or summer term after If you have questions or need more information, you All NC State students are expected to uphold a standard and being on Academic Warning or Academic Probation. All suspended may contact absence-verification@ncsu.edu or visit environment that is plagiaristic and cheating free; where an students have the right to submit an appeal to continue enrollment. dasa.ncsu.edu/students/absence-verification-process online. 5
II. ACADEMIC AND FINANCIAL RESOURCES 02 Student Services Center Cashier’s Office To be considered for financial assistance by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid, a student must The Cashier’s Office serves as the billing and complete the federal government’s Free Application The Student Services Center is a one-stop shop for collection agency for most university charges, such as for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). This form, submitted registration and records, financial aid and tuition and tuition, on-campus housing and meal plans. Account online at www.fafsa.gov, evaluates the family’s ability billing needs. Students can receive information and representatives are able to assist students, or to pay for education expenses. Students who submit services regarding enrollment, degree planning, transcripts, individuals who have been granted Parent/Guardian their FAFSA to the federal processor by March 1st are scholarships, financial aid, student accounts, billing and Access, with questions about the charges and credits given priority consideration for need based aid. tuition, academic calendars and more. You can visit the on their account. Online statements are posted Once a student is offered admission to NC State Student Services Center in Harris Hall or find more monthly to the student’s account. Individuals who University, they can begin applying for NC State information online at studentservices.ncsu.edu. have been granted Parent/Guardian Access are also Scholarships via the PackASSIST scholarship portal at notified via email when a new statement is available. go.ncsu.edu/PackASSIST. Registration & Records Website: go.ncsu.edu/financialaid Phone: 919.515.NCSU (6278) The Department of Registration and Records provides Email: studentservices@ncsu.edu 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 and 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 The mission is to make NC State education affordable maintain lifelong financial wellness. and accessible. This office provides scholarships, Contact us by email at studentservices@ncsu.edu or grants, loans and work funding to support students Website: go.ncsu.edu/dollarsandsense by phone at 919.515.NCSU (6278). and their families. The staff is here to help as parents Email: dollarsandsense@ncsu.edu and students navigate the process of applying for Facebook: Dollars and Sense at NC State financial aid. Twitter: @NCState_DandS 6
II. ACADEMIC AND FINANCIAL RESOURCES 03 Undergraduate Disability Resource Office Undergraduate Research Resource Centers The Disability Resource Office (DRO) determines The Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR) supports and accommodations for students with disabilities. Students promotes discovery-, inquiry- scholarly- and creativity-based who have, or think they may have, a disability (e.g. mental opportunities through mentored research experiences. Career Development Center health, attention, learning, vision, hearing, physical or The staff assists students in identifying research mentors systemic) are invited to visit our website or contact DRO to and opportunities in any chosen area of study through The Career Development Center has trained professional staff arrange a confidential discussion. one-on-one consultations and an annual research committed to students’ career success. They offer programs, exploration event in the fall semester. Funding is available Phone: 919.515.7653 training and guidance to help students be career-ready! to support student projects, including attendance to Email: disability@ncsu.edu Website: dro.dasa.ncsu.edu national conferences for students to present their research. Employment: Many NC State students hold employment On campus, students are provided with the opportunity to outside of their academic careers to help balance the cost of education. There are many on-campus jobs available for Pre-Professional Programs communicate their work to others through our bi-annual research and creativity symposium and by publishing their students, as well as internships and co-op opportunities. The Many NC State students follow their undergraduate work in our research journal. Career Development Center is a helpful resource to students education with an advanced degree at a professional looking for on-campus and major-related employment via Phone: 919.513.0095 school. Whether students plan to pursue medical, dental, our job portal called ePACK (go.ncsu.edu/epack). Email: undergraduate-research@ncsu.edu veterinary or law degrees, these programs offer services Facebook: NCSU Undergraduate-Research Available Resources to assist students interested in learning more about their Website: undergradresearch.dasa.ncsu.edu Career Ambassadors profession of interest, how to become a competitive Career Counseling candidate and the application process. Career Fairs University Tutorial Center Pre Health Phone: 919.515.2396 Career Guide Pre Health Email: health-professions@ncsu.edu The University Tutorial Center (UTC) provides several types Co-op Program Pre Health Website: hpa.dasa.ncsu.edu of free assistance to suit the needs of students in many ePACK - NC State’s premier system for full-time jobs, 100- and 200-level courses, as well as all writing and internships, and events Pre Law Services Phone: 919.515.2396 speaking needs across the curriculum. By hiring and Externship Program Pre Law Services Email: breaster@ncsu.edu training qualified students to provide a variety of On-campus Interviews tutorial services, the UTC promotes students to become Professional LAUNCH Workshop Series VetPAC Services Phone: 919.515.1277 independent learners and therefore contributes to Wolfpack Styled Clothing Closet VetPAC Services Email: vetpac_office@ncsu.edu the academic success of NC State students. VetPAC Services Website: cals.ncsu.edu/vetpac Website: careers.ncsu.edu Phone: 919.515.3163 Phone: 919.515.2396 Website: tutorial.dasa.ncsu.edu Email: career-development@ncsu.edu Email: tutorialcenter@ncsu.edu Facebook: NCStateCareerDevelopment Twitter: @NCStateCareer 7
III. LIFE AT Inter-Residence Council (IRC) The Inter-Residence Council (IRC) is a student-led residential NC STATE and educational resource organization supporting on campus residents by providing leadership services and opportunities; creating a link between the residents and the larger community. Care Packages: IRC’s largest fundraiser is the coordination of Care Packages for students. Parents can go online directly to order NC State Care Packages at any time throughout the academic year. Visit orgs.ncsu.edu/irc for more information and to order directly. 01 University Housing Move-In Tips from the Pros Delivery Service (FedEx, UPS, etc.) Packages sent through a delivery service such as FedEx or University Housing provides several on-campus Moving to college is an exciting time for your student UPS will be delivered directly to the student’s residence hall/ living options for more than 9,200 students through and your family. To help prepare for move-in events, we apartment 24-hour service desk and bypass the Campus Mail 20 residence halls and four on-campus apartment encourage you to plan ahead and take your time. In August, Center. Community Assistants at the hall/apartment desks complexes. Living on campus is an essential part of the there will be over 750+ volunteers Friday and Saturday to will notify residents that a package has been received for help welcome and assist your family with an extra set of them. The resident is responsible for retrieving the package. Wolfpack experience and students are required to live in on-campus accommodations their first year. University hands if needed. To better prepare, we asked our students To ensure correct delivery of mail, use the address formats Housing staff have developed unique residential some of their top tips to make this process even easier. listed below: experiences to promote academic and personal success. Top Tips for Move-In Bowen, Carroll and Metcalf Halls Bagwell, Becton, Berry, Gold, Syme Student Name and Welch Halls On-campus summer housing options are also available Be sure to print your loading permit and have it 2811 Thurman Drive Student Name (Mailbox #) Name of Residence Hall 2221 Dunn Avenue to students taking summer classes or interning in the displayed while unloading Raleigh, NC 27607 (Mailbox #) Name of Residence Hall greater Raleigh area. Students should apply for on- Bring a hand truck or cart Tucker, Owen, Turlington and Raleigh, NC 27607 Alexander Halls North and Watauga Halls campus housing through MyPack Portal. Bring a mallet for bed lofting and a toolkit Student Name Student Name Connect with roommates to avoid duplicating items 2751 Cates Avenue 2200 Hillsborough Street Living and Learning Villages allow students to pursue (Mailbox #) Name of Residence Hall (Mailbox #) Name of Residence Hall Don’t overpack (there is no need for winter clothes in August) Raleigh, NC 27607 Raleigh, NC 27607 their academic and personal goals in close collaboration Dress comfortably and stay hydrated Lee Hall Wood Hall with mentors, professors and others who share common Student Name Student Name Pack in plastic tubs with lids (these can double 2530 Sullivan Drive 2541 Warren Carroll Drive interests. as storage containers) (Mailbox #) Lee Residence Hall (Mailbox #) Wood Residence Hall Raleigh, NC 27607 Raleigh, NC 27607 Have fun! Sullivan Hall Wolf Village Apartments Resident Advisors (RAs) and Village Mentors are students Student Name Student Name trained and employed by University Housing to build 2921 Thurman Drive 2730 Wolf Village Way community and maintain a safe living and learning Mail & Packages (Mailbox #) Sullivan Residence Hall (Mailbox #) Wolf Village Apartments Raleigh, NC 27607 Raleigh, NC 27607 environment within a residence hall or an on-campus On-campus residents receive mail and packages on a regular Avent Ferry Complex Wolf Ridge Apartments Student Name Student Name apartment. RAs are resources and peer role models for basis. Items sent through the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) to 2110 Avent Ferry Road 1910 Entrepreneur Drive students. They work with residence directors (RDs) to plan university residence halls and apartments are delivered daily (Mailbox #) Avent Ferry Residence Hall (Mailbox #) Wolf Ridge Apartments Raleigh, NC 27607 Raleigh, NC 27606 activities that support students’ personal, academic and Monday-Friday. Bragaw Hall professional success. Student Name For more details visit 210 Dan Allen Drive go.ncsu.edu/mail. (Mailbox #) Bragaw Residence Hall Raleigh, NC 27607 8
III. LIFE AT NC STATE 02 On-Campus For Athletic Plans, students should consult their coach on which option is best for them. This office promotes preventative law, enabling students to make educated choices. The University Student Legal Student Resources Dining Dollars are flexible funds that can be used to: Services’ plan is registered with the North Carolina State Bar, the parameters of which are set by students at NC Buy extra meals or snacks State. Legal Services is aimed at helping students resolve NC State Dining Cover the difference if more than the allotted Meal Credit is spent their legal problems with as little disruption as possible to their primary education endeavors. NC State’s award-winning dining program offers food Make purchases at C-Stores and vending machines options that are convenient, fresh, wholesome and delicious. Website: studentlegal.dasa.ncsu.edu Meal Plan Changes We have over 40 dining locations across the NC State Phone: 919.515.7091 Students have until September 30 (fall semester) and campus, all of which accept some combination of dining hall passes, meal swipes and dining dollars. From traditional January 31 (spring semester) to make changes to their plan via NC State Dining’s website dining.ncsu.edu. Differences Wolfpack One Card dining halls to a mix of restaurants, cafes and convenience will be prorated. The Wolfpack One Card is a unified identification card that stores, our program is designed to meet the unique needs and tastes of our student body. students use to access campus services, such as spending Nutrition Parking Permits accounts, athletic events, the gym and restricted areas like residence halls and labs. Three spending accounts include Students can find fresh, healthy and sustainable food options Parking Permits are available to purchase through the All Campus, Dining and PNC Bank. in every turn at NC State. We are here to help students Transportation website beginning in early July. The date make healthy decisions that will help them do their best in students can apply and purchase is based on the number All Campus is an on-campus debit account that students school and assist with the management of food allergies, of credit hours completed. Annual cost depends on the can use to pay at NC State Dining locations (including intolerances and dietary preferences. Daily nutritional type of permit purchased. Students can purchase permits vending machines), NC State Stores, Health Services and information can be found on the digital menu boards, online online; they are sold on a first come, first served basis. WolfPrint. It is especially important to have funds in this or via the On Campus mobile app. Nutrition kiosks are Permits are mailed directly to the student address provided account to use WolfPrint printers as this is the only form located at each dining venue where students can check the at the time of purchase. Permits purchased after the fall of payment campus printers accept. The NC State Dining daily menu for allergens, ingredients and nutritional content. semester begins may be picked up at the Transportation Meal Plan account allows meal plan holders to swipe their office. Please allow two business days for processing. card to access their meal swipes, meal credits and dining Encourage your student to follow @NCStateDining and For additional information please visit the website below dollars. Through our partnership with PNC Bank, students @WellFedWolfpack on Twitter and Instagram for nutrition or call NC State Transportation. who hold PNC accounts can use their ID card to access updates, health and wellness tips, recipes, prizes and more. their debit account. Website: go.ncsu.edu/parking-permits Phone: 919.515.3424 Replacement cards carry a $20 fee, so students are Understanding Meal Plans encouraged to find a safe and convenient way to keep their Student Legal Services card for regular use on campus. Report lost or stolen cards NC State Dining offers a variety of meal plan options that on our website below. can be tailored to your student’s needs. Choose from our University Student Legal Services is a nonprofit Weekday, Everyday, Deluxe or 150 Meals-per-Semester Plans. corporation initiated by the Student Government at NC Website: onecard.ncsu.edu We also offer a Commuter/Apartment Plan comprised of State which is funded by student fees. The purpose of Legal Phone: 919.515.3090 $750 Dining Dollars and comes with a five percent discount Services is to provide education, advice and representation Facebook: NC State Wolfpack One Card at the register. within the scope of the prepaid legal plan. 9
III. LIFE AT NC STATE 03 Physical and Dental Services Student Health Services has contracted with Campus Student Health Insurance Mental Health Smiles to offer dental services to students. Campus Smiles We are currently in-network with most Aetna, Blue Cross has two locations, Centennial Campus in Plaza Hall and and Blue Shield (including Student Blue), Cigna and United Main Campus in the Student Health Center. Both locations Healthcare plans. We are considered out-of-network for all Student Health Services provide all preventative dentistry services along with other insurances at this time. general restorative and other major dental procedures The Student Health Insurance Plan (Student Blue) NC State Student Health Services (SHS) is conveniently including Invisalign®. Most major dental insurance plans waive/enroll portal will open in June and will close on located on Central Campus and serves as the primary are accepted. To schedule an appointment call 919.515.8979. September 10, 2019. medical provider for enrolled students and is accredited For more information, visit the Dental page on the Student by the Accreditation Association of Ambulatory Health Health Services website. For more information about the Student Health Insurance Care (AAAHC). SHS is committed to providing affordable, Plan (Student Blue), please visit the Student Health Services Website: healthypack.dasa.ncsu.edu accessible, high quality primary medical services and website at healthypack.dasa.ncsu.edu. Phone: 919.515.2563 works to provide every student with prompt, individualized medical care no matter what health insurance they carry. Email: healthypack@ncsu.edu Immunization Requirements Facebook: NC State Student Health In-house services, such as laboratory and x-ray, travel clinic, Twitter: @NCSTATESHS North Carolina law requires newly enrolled students physical therapy, women’s health, nutrition counseling and Instagram: ncstate_healthypack to submit proof of immunizations within 30 days of allergy shots are available. registration of classes at NC State University. Specialty services are provided by outside partners and Counseling Center More information on required immunizations and how to include, dermatology, orthopaedics and gastroenterology. submit them can be found on our website. The Counseling Center provides NC State students services In addition, we have a network of community medical supporting personal, academic and career development. professionals we refer to should a student need care Recommended services may include workshops, on-line outside of our scope. Our on-site pharmacy will transfer skills modules, groups, short-term individual counseling Remind your student existing prescriptions; fill prescriptions from both in and referrals. Additionally, the Counseling Center offers house and outside providers and sells over-the-counter Make sure they have a copy or picture of their online screenings for mental health concerns, career medications to help keep students well. insurance card when they arrive on campus. testing, psychiatric evaluations and outreach programs to Your student will need this to access our Student Health Services Centennial location provides address various academic and personal topics. The Center services and others in the Raleigh area. Primary Care, Physical Therapy, Nutrition Counseling and utilizes a short-term model, with referral support provided Campus Smiles. These services are available in Wolf Ridge, as appropriate. Most services are covered by student health Plaza Hall on Centennial Campus. fees. 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 10
III. LIFE AT NC STATE 04 Wellness and Recreation Group Fitness provides more than 80 classes each week designed for every fitness level. Challenge yourself by taking Outdoor Adventures offers students unique outdoor trips and educational clinics. Students can also rent outdoor cycling, TRX®, yoga, Zumba®, BODYPUMP™ or a variety of equipment from the Outdoor Adventures Equipment Rental other class formats to experience firsthand how we make Center and climb to new heights on the indoor climbing Carmichael Complex fitness fun. Students can take their structured workout to the wall. Students can challenge themselves individually or Carmichael is a 300,000 square foot facility designed to next level with Small Group Training where our coaches lead build teams through customized low and high-rope element help students achieve their personal recreation, fitness and workshops on Olympic lifting, boxing and more. programs at our Challenge Course located in Schenck wellness goals. Memorial Forest. Students are able to receive one-on-one attention from our Features nationally certified personal trainers. Learn how to exercise, Wellness and Recreation Employment 25 Yard Pool and Dive Well improve performance and establish fitness goals. More than 700 students are employed annually through 50 Meter Pool Wellness and Recreation. Students enhance their ThriveWell programs provide wellness coaching and health Day Use Lockers professional development through practical application education programs for individuals and groups. Wellness Eleven Indoor Basketball/ Multipurpose Courts and learn transferable skills that will prepare them for their coaching takes a holistic approach to discovering how Equipment Checkout future careers. personal wellness impacts student success, strengths, Fourteen Racquetball Courts values and goals. Establish a wellness plan and stay Visit wellrec.ncsu.edu to learn more. Indoor Climbing Wall accountable with a certified health coach. Learn stress Indoor Track management techniques, strategies to stay active at NC Men’s, Women’s and Single Occupant Locker Rooms State and lifestyle modification tips from our team of experts One Squash Court in interactive sessions. Personal Training Suite Six Fitness/Activity Rooms Intramural Sports offers more than 40 different leagues and Six Strength & Conditioning Centers (30,000 sq. ft.) events throughout the year. Sports range from flag football, Social Lounges basketball, soccer and volleyball to exciting unique events Steam Room and Sauna such as pool battleship, bubble soccer and cricket. Create a team to compete for a championship, join a recreational Additional Facilities league with your friends or sign-up for an individual/dual Twelve Outdoor Tennis Courts sport or special event to find a new favorite activity. Centennial Campus Disc Golf Course Centennial Campus Recreation Fields For students seeking a more competitive sports experience, Fit Ground Outdoor Functional Training Area check out Club Sports. Teams include a wide variety Four Outdoor Basketball Courts of men’s, women’s and coed sports. These student-led Miller Outdoor Recreation Field organizations practice regularly and compete against other Method Road Recreation Complex colleges and universities at local, state and national levels. 11
IV. CAMPUS LIFE 01 Campus Services Athletics Leadership and Civic Engagement and Resources NC State Athletics aims to prepare student-athletes to Leadership and Civic Engagement provides students with compete at the highest level and to inspire them to be the knowledge, tools and experiences to practice socially leaders now, and in the future, by providing the best responsible leadership. We envision bold and authentic At NC State, experience is education. In addition to environment to achieve their athletic, academic and leaders who work collectively to forge a socially-just world learning the skills of their field in classrooms, labs, personal aspirations. It also provides a venue for ` for all people. Opportunities for engagement including internships and co-ops, students are encouraged to students and Wolfpack fans to gather and support the Leadership Development Program, Civically Engaged break-out and experience what NC State offers in campus NC State Athletic events. Scholars, Alternative Service Break (ASB) experiences, life. Whether students aim to nurture one’s passion LeaderShape Institute. Service opportunities are available or explore new interests, NC State offers hundreds of Website: GoPack.com through our Service Site at go.ncsu.edu/service. interest-based activities for students to pursue. Phone: 919.865.1510 Sign up for our newsletter to learn about all of our Email: ticketoffice@ncsu.edu engagement opportunities. Arts NC State Facebook: NC State Athletics Twitter: @PackAthletics Website: leadandengage.dasa.ncsu.edu Arts NC State is a collective of the six visual and performing Phone: 919.515.9248 Instagram: @packathletics arts programs at NC State: The Crafts Center, Dance Facebook: NC State Leadership and Civic Engagement Program, Department of Music, Gregg Museum of Art & Bookstores Twitter: @leadandengage Design, NC State LIVE Performing Art Series and University Theatre. Each year, Arts NC State provides hundreds We are your on-campus source for course materials, Faith-based Communities of outstanding arts opportunities for our students and technology, school supplies and spirit wear, with two community to explore, learn, create and grow through convenient locations on campus: Wolfpack Outfitters in NC State offers a diverse array of faith communities around academic classes, performance participation and events. Talley Student Union and Wolf Ridge on Centennial Campus. campus. With over sixty registered student organizations Tickets to performances are available from Ticket Central, that identify in the religious/spiritual community, many Consult our online price comparison tool for the best price located at Frank Thompson Hall, 2241 Dunn Avenue, online opportunities are provided for students to engage in their on course materials. Every purchase benefits students spiritual development while at NC State. For a listing of at tickets.arts.ncsu.edu or by calling Ticket Central at through scholarships and student programming. registered religious and spiritual organizations, please visit the 919.515.1100. Website: bookstore.ncsu.edu website below. Organizations can be searched by category Website: arts.ncsu.edu Phone: 919.515.2161 first, then select Religious/Spiritual to access this list. Phone: 919.513.1800 Email: bookstore@ncsu.edu Email: artsncstate@ncsu.edu Website: getinvolved.ncsu.edu/organizations 12
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