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Aug 5, 2025

From Carmichael Gym to Global Inspiration: The Sweet Success of Jess Ekstrom

In the vibrant halls of NC State’s Wellness and Recreation Center, many students find their passion, but few launch a movement. Jess Ekstrom, a proud NC State alumna who graduated in 2013, was one such extraordinary individual.  As a group fitness instructor at Carmichael Gym, Jess not only helped her fellow Wolfpack members find their…

Apr 11, 2025

Inspiring Wellness at NC State

As Student Employee Appreciation Week (April 13-19, 2025) dawns, we’re shining a collective spotlight on the incredible team of Fitness Program Assistants who are the heart and soul of our fitness initiatives at NC State Wellness and Recreation: Becca Strong, Taylor Sine, Bellina Johnson and Avery Hunter. These graduating seniors (Class of 2025) bring a…

Mar 6, 2025

Finding Fitness, Finding Her Path

Gillian’s journey at NC State took an unexpected turn, one that led her from the realm of animal science to a fulfilling career in health promotion. Her experience at Wellness and Recreation (WellRec), beginning in the summer before her sophomore year (April 2018), proved to be the catalyst for this transformation. Starting as a fitness…

Jul 31, 2018

A Common Ground

Chloe Shevlin ‘18 never saw herself as the type of person who exercised. Growing up, she knew the importance of health but did not enjoy or make time for it. That all changed when she arrived at NC State for her freshman year. From Columbus, Ohio, she felt out of place, yearning for an environment…

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…

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…

Oct 6, 2017

A Healthy Hart

When Courtney Hart is not providing the campus with delicious Howling Cow ice cream, she is attending group fitness classes or flipping tires on Miller Fields.

Oct 3, 2017

Basspack Fishing Club Raises Money for Cancer Research

NC State Fishing Club teams up with the American Cancer Society to raise money and awareness for cancer research.

Jan 14, 2016

Wolfpack Strength and Conditioning Centers Scheduled to Open

The wait is over for NC State Students and Carmichael Complex Members. The Wolfpack Strength and Conditioning Centers, located in the Carmichael Gym, are scheduled to open on Tuesday, January 19. More than 5,000 square of additional fitness space has been added, as part of the Locker Room Renovation and Fitness Center Expansion project. Here’s…