University Recreation News

May 29, 2018

What is Wolfpack Bound?

“Before the trip I wouldn’t say I was scared but I was definitely a little nervous about going to college. Everyone was saying ‘oh you’ll be fine’ and I just remember thinking to myself ‘will I really though?” said Elle Lenker, a freshman biomedical engineering major. Lenker found herself at home for her last summer…

Dec 1, 2017

Ice Hockey Club Glides Their Way to the Governor’s Cup

For a building filled with ice, you’d be surprised by how heated things can get. In PNC arena, NC State’s ice hockey team battled their greatest rival, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Monday, Nov. 20. The teams skated across the ice in hopes of claiming the Governor’s Cup, which was in fact brought…

Nov 8, 2017

New Wellness Program Brings Wolfpack Together

As a wellness assistant and dining diplomat at NC State, Olivia Chadwick, is heavily involved with the health and wellness efforts for the university. As a nutrition major, she carries these passions into her studies, and plans to continue her involvement with health and wellness in the local community after graduation. This was not always…

May 2, 2018

An Inside Look On Champ Week

Champ week, one of the busiest times for Sports Programs, has been completed for the spring 2018 season. From Sunday, April 22 to Friday, April 27, a total of nine championship games were played for a variety of intramural sports, such as basketball, 11-on-11 soccer and softball. Champ week is typically held during the last…

Apr 18, 2018

An Insider’s Look on Ladies Night

On March 21, University Recreation held their annual Ladies Night event. The intention of speciality events such as this is to attract women who may not otherwise participate in various University Recreation programs regularly and give them something to be a part of. With a multitude of classes and activities to participate in, there was…

Apr 2, 2018

Q & A on Sleep with Thrivewell’s Wellness Coaches

North Carolina State University has an abundance of great student resources. As members of the ThriveWell program, our wellness coaches are a group of qualified students that work directly with other NC State students, coaching them to live healthier and happier lifestyles. Below is a question and answer conducted with a few of the…

Feb 22, 2018

Wolfpack Way of Life Educates Campus Community on Healthy Living

NC State held their annual Wellness Fair on Wednesday, Feb. 21 from 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. in the Talley Student Union State Ballroom. Coordinated by the newly named ThriveWell team, this event is meant to shine a light on the importance of campus-wide well-being. Every booth offered something unique for participants to partake in. With more…

Jul 9, 2018

Raleigh Area Hiking Trails to Enjoy this Summer

The North Carolina Museum of Art Trails Address: 2110 Blue Ridge Rd, Raleigh, NC 27607 The North Carolina Museum of Art (NCMA) located off Blue Ridge Road in Raleigh, NC provides the perfect combination of exercise, outdoors and art. Groups of all ages can enjoy what this 160-acre park has to offer. From paved walking…

Nov 17, 2017

Partnerships That Count

Unified Sports Program grants those with intellectual abilities the chance to play college sports.

May 21, 2018

A Family Fused

Fusion dance club is more than just rhythm and moves, they are a family unit.