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Congratulations all December graduates!
Dear NC State Parents & Families,
As we embark on the New Year, January marks a time of both insight and joy. It is an opportunity for us to reflect on the great year that 2015 was and look forward to the new beginnings and exciting opportunities that 2016 has in store.
At NC State, we found no better way to celebrate the end of 2015 than that of our Fall Commencement ceremonies, with 3,600 students having graduated on December 18. This is not only an accomplishment to all of these students but to you, the parents and families who have stood by them through long nights, hard classes, and celebrations. Congratulations to all!
The start of 2016 is an exciting time for Parents & Families Services. On Tuesday, January 5th we welcomed the newest members of the Wolfpack community at our Spring Orientation. With this group of students comes an additional two hundred and eighty parents and family members joining the Parents & Families Association, welcome.
January also marks the announcement and registration launch of our exciting Spring Fling program being held February 13-14, 2016. Registration is now open. In addition to planning your next visit to campus, we have included the Spring Academic Calendar, very Important Dates and upcoming deadlines we want to be sure your student does not miss; specifically the Housing Reapplication process, FAFSA application and Student Blue waiver deadlines. With so much going on to kick-off the New Year we understand it is hard to keep it all straight. We hope the information included is useful in your planning and in the support of your student.
In closing, we hope that you had a wonderful holiday season and look forward to sharing a very happy and successful 2016 with you, your student(s) and your family. It is with your continued support and guidance that we work diligently to help ensure the support and ultimate success of your State student. Please remember that our website is a wealth of information, the HelpLine is available anytime you need it by way of phone (919) 515.2441 or email ncstateparents@ncsu.edu, and parents tell us time and time again how helpful our Conversation Calendar and student blog PACK-TALK is. These are only a few of the supports in place to help keep you, NC State's PACK PARENTS, informed and connected to campus. If you ever have a question, need, or concern that we can assist with, big or small, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Happy New Year!
Sincerely,
Kerri Fowler
Assistant Director
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Special Messages from Parents & Families Services
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Spring Fling 2016
Parents & Families Services is excited to announce Spring Fling 2016 registration! Mark your calendars for Saturday, February 13 - Sunday, February 14, 2016 for this annual event. Tickets for the Men's game are sold-out but the Women's Annual Hoops 4 Hope game, highlighted by ESPN, are still available, along with service opportunities; including a Polar Plunge & Fun Run on Saturday and a special brunch program on Sunday.
For a full schedule of events and more details please visit the Spring Fling 2016 website.
Parent Ally Student Blog
For those who are new, the office of Parents & Families Services has a select group of student leaders called, Parent Allies. They are a wonderful asset to our office and assist not only with our large events, but help in the office, assist with the Parents' HelpLine and new this fall, pen our very own student blog. They manage a wide array of topics to inform parents, from the student's perspective, of how to best help and support your student on their road to success.
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Annual Student Photo Contest
Please share the following and encourage your student-artists to submit their photography.
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University Housing
Living on campus is not mandatory at NC State. However it is encouraged. Whether your student is near or far, having the experience of a residence hall is one-of-a-kind. Not only does it provide easy access to campus resources, it helps students gain life skills and experiences that are sometimes unexpected yet necessary. Housing Selection for Fall 2016 begins January 13 and ends February 12, 2016.
If you or your student are still on the fence, read the perspective of one of our Parent Allies, a Raleigh native with many living experiences to share.
Here is the breakdown of housing status and reapplication.
January 13 - 15 STAY IN ROOM or APARTMENT
Current residents that want to stay in their current room or apartment.
January 20 & 21 STAY IN BUILDING
Current residents that want a different room in their current residence hall or apartment.
January 25 - 28 GROUP MOVES
Students that want to move to a residence hall or apartment with a group of people.
February 4 & 5 ADMIN MOVES
Current residents who cannot return to their current room but want to remain on campus. (Students who missed the Jan 13 deadline or need to leave due to policy restrictions.)
February 9 - 12 INDIVIDUAL MOVES
Students who want to move to a different room/apartment on campus.
Important to Note: Greek Village dates are different than University Housing dates. Please visit Fraternity and Sorority Life for more information.
Meal Plans
Fall 2016 Meal Plan registration is now open! Have your student go online and take care of both their housing and their meal plan at once to get both items checked off their to-do list at the same time. Meal Plans can sometimes be confusing, help your student find their best option and sign up for a 2016-2017 meal plan today.
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Calendars, Dates & Upcoming Events
Click on the following photos to be redirected to the relating calendar of upcoming events.
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Spring Graduation
Spring is an exciting time for students, especially our graduating seniors. The following is a direct link to the spring graduation application which will also take you to the website for Registration & Records. We want to be sure that you and your student don't miss a beat for their big moment.
If they haven't already, be sure to remind your student(s) to meet with their Academic Advisor to ensure that they are meeting all requirements to stay on track for graduation. Advisors can be a helpful resource for students, remind them to stay connected for support and assistance as needed.
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2016 Agromeck Yearbook Orders
Deadline is March 1st!
 Agromeck is the official yearbook NC State University. First published in 1903, the Agromeck is the oldest student publication on-campus. This book serves to provide a review of each school year from the student perspective. Since 2007, the Agromeck has won 7 Pacemaker awards and 7 Crown awards- two of the highest honors bestowed to college publication. To order your student a copy of this NC State Tradition go online to Buy the Book and place your order.
If you have questions please email the editor at agromeck-editor@ncsu.edu.
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Winter Welcome Week
Winter Welcome Week is NC State's kick-off to the Spring 2016 semester. Through the first week of classes, campus offices and student organizations will host events providing opportunities for students to meet new people, get connected to the campus, build academic skills, enjoy free food, and just have fun!
All events can be found online via the Winter Welcome Week mobile guide and website. Parents can follow along via the Winter Welcome Week twitter and instagram accounts or at #NCStateWWW. |
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SUMMER AT NC STATE
With four sessions to choose from, Summer at NC State offers an incredible opportunity for students to meet their academic requirements to graduate on time and still have time to work or travel. Registration begins March 2016!
- There are many reasons students would want to spend the summer at NC State:
- Graduate Earlier – Four years of less (Recent statistics show that 72% of students who graduated in four years took a summer course)
- Lighten your course load for next year
- Smaller class size with high faculty engagement
- Save money – Discounted tuition rates and financial aid could be available
- Add a second major or minor
- Build your GPA by focusing on less classes (60% of students increased their GPA in Summer 2015)
- Take a high demand course that you could not get into during the Fall/Spring terms
 2016 Summer Session Dates:
Maymester (3 Week): May 9-27
Summer 1 (5 Week): May 16-June 17
Summer 1 (10 Week): May 16-July 27
Summer 2 (5 Week): June 23-July 27
For more information please visit summer.ncsu.edu
“College is an important investment, but it is expensive. One of the best ways to control the cost of a college education is to graduate on time. We have clear evidence that attending summer school is a good way to keep students on track to on-time graduation.” — Dr. Louis Hunt Senior Vice Provost of Enrollment Management and Services and University Registrar
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Protect the Pack
In the November edition of Hello, NC State Parents! we issued our first "Protect the Pack" segment regarding how to recognize and respond to email phishing attacks. See it here. Moving forward Parents & Families Services will continue to issue these types of safety messages to help inform and protect the Wolfpack community.
One such story that has been brought to our attention is the Grandparents' Scam. While this is not new or connected to NC State, we want you and your family to be aware. For more information, here is a summary of the scam from the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
Whether it is on-campus, in the community or essential tips and conversations to have with your student, we hope you find information provided within Protect the Pack helpful. |
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Styled for Success
NCSU Clothing Closet
Did you know there is a FREE professional clothing closet located in the Career Development Center? Clothing provided by generous donations from NC State faculty, staff and the Raleigh community, are for NC State students to have free of charge! Be sure to let your student know about this service, especially if they have an upcoming interview or internship.
Donations
If you or your student are looking to get rid of any professional clothing, please consider donating to Styled for Success. Donations are accepted during normal hours of operation found here. All questions can be directed via email to ncsuclothingcloset@gmail.com.
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Exciting news to share with your student...
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New Student Programs, in partnership with University Recreation, the Counseling Center and NCSU Libraries is excited to launch a new student success series for first-year freshman and transfer students called "Get the Scoop."
Workshops will provide students a variety of academic and personal skills to further equip them for success as they continue to transition to NC State's academic environment, and approach finals week. As a sweet bonus, each workshop will also give students a taste of NC State's Howling Cow ice cream to enjoy during the presentation.
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Parent Volunteers
Service initiatives are part of the NC State culture and we want you to get in on the action. The Parent Volunteer Network offers a variety of ways for you to get involved. If interested, please complete the Parent Volunteer interest form and we will email you with these opportunities.
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New Address?
If your email or physical address has changed please be sure to make these updates in your MyPack portal account. To ensure you will receive our communications you will want to check the "communications" box at the bottom of the page. If you are having trouble please call (919) 515.2441 or email ncstateparents@ncsu.edu for assistance.
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