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Five Years of Wellness and Recreation 

Wellness and Recreation

Apr 21, 2026

2025-26 Wellness and Recreation Friends and Family Student Employee Scholarship Recipients | Gabby Queen and Audrey Henderson

At NC State Wellness and Recreation, our student employees are more than just staff. They are the heartbeat of our community. They are the faces that welcome you to the gym, the voices that guide you through a sunrise yoga flow and the creative minds behind the visuals that inspire our Pack to move. The…

Apr 17, 2026

Celebrating the 2026 Wolfies

NC State Wellness and Recreation hosted its annual Wolfies Celebration this week, a high-energy celebration dedicated to the more than 650 student employees who serve as the heartbeat of the department. The evening recognized outstanding achievements of the year award winners, graduating seniors and the veteran 4-year club staff. The night’s highest honors were awarded…
headshot of Johnny outside in a grey suit.

Apr 17, 2026

Living the Legacy

In Loving Memory of Tyler Campbell, Susan Dodson and Hero Miles Campbell The Campbell and Dodson Family Award was established in 2025 to honor the enduring legacies of Tyler and Susie Campbell, two individuals whose commitment to NC State and the power of community left an unforgettable mark on campus. The award recognizes student employees…
headshot of Michael, outside in a quarter zip

Apr 16, 2026

Michael McDermott Named 2025-26 John F. Miller Award Recipient

NC State Wellness and Recreation has presented Michael McDermott with the 2025-26 John F. Miller Award, honoring his four years of leadership and service. The John F. Miller Award holds a special place in the department’s history. Named after the first Department Head of Physical Education and Athletics at NC State and the driving force…

Jan 30, 2026

Adverse Weather Announcement: Friday, Jan. 30, 2026

Due to inclement weather, NC State’s Wellness and Recreation center will operate under modified hours and with limited services starting Friday, Jan. 10 at p.m.

Jan 23, 2026

Adverse Weather Announcement: Friday, Jan. 23, 2026

Due to inclement weather, NC State’s Wellness and Recreation center will operate under modified hours and with limited services starting Friday, Jan. 10 at p.m.

Oct 21, 2025

Wellness and Recreation Engagement and Growth

Wellness and Recreation has experienced a period of robust engagement and strategic growth for NC State, with both facility usage and program participation exceeding historical benchmarks. Total annual facility visits have soared to over 1.4 million in the most recent year (2024-25), a significant increase from pre-pandemic numbers, with over 35,000 unique users contributing to…
Wellness and Recreation front entrance check in desk

Oct 21, 2025

Voices of the Wolfpack: Student Employees Reflect on Five Years of WellRec

The five-year anniversary of the NC State Wellness and Recreation Center on Sunday, Oct. 26, 2025, isn’t just a celebration of concrete, climbing walls and cardio machines; it’s a testament to the community forged within its walls. At the heart of this thriving hub are the student employees—the people who swipe the cards, lead the…

Oct 21, 2025

Wolfpack Alumnus Trades Carmichael ID Swipes for Athletic Revenue Generation

When Brian Simorka first arrived at NC State University, he was a New Jersey high school graduate planning to study Meteorology. A few years and a part-time job later, he had charted a new course, one that would lead him from swiping IDs at Carmichael Gym to becoming an Assistant Athletic Director for Revenue Generation…
Wellness and Recreation Center at Night

Sep 26, 2025

Five Years of Wellness and Recreation 

NC State University’s Wellness and Recreation Center will celebrate its five-year anniversary Sunday, Oct. 26, 2025, marking half a decade of service as a central hub for student fitness, wellness and community engagement. The 92,000-square-foot building added indoor and outdoor functional training areas, a climbing center with a bouldering cave, a fully-functional teaching kitchen and…