Campus in Bloom: Look Back at the Spring 2022 Semester
It’s officially springtime at NC State. March showers have made way for April’s flourishing flowers and the warmer weather means our campus is abuzz with activity.
With less than a month to go, we’re soaking up what’s left of the academic year — from study sessions on Stafford Commons to seniors gearing up for graduation (we’re going to miss you!).
See some bright spots from our spring 2022 semester so far.
We Walked in a Wolfpack Winter Wonderland
Longer, sunnier days are here, but the semester kicked off with a few flurries in January. Snowball fights, sled-racing showdowns, snowfolk galore — the Court of North Carolina hosted all of the Pack’s favorite winter activities.
We Honored Black History, Culture and Achievement
Our campus community came together to honor Black History Month with events focused on connection, reflection, activism and celebration.
The African American Cultural Center hosted programming all throughout February including lectures and a live wax museum, and we shared stories from Black alumni and students about their NC State experiences.
We Marked Milestones of Women in the Wolfpack
March was Women’s History Month and we spent time recognizing incredible women in the Wolfpack — both past and present.
The Women’s Center celebrated its 30th anniversary by uncovering artifacts and untold stories from trailblazing women in our university’s history. (Missed it? You can still catch the exhibit in D. H. Hill Jr. Library’s Innovation Studio through the summer.)
NC State Went Worldwide For Spring Break
Students represented the Wolfpack across the globe during spring break, which took place March 12-20. Some traveled to broaden their horizons in new locales — or to support local communities through Alternative Service Break.
You Supported Your Pack For Day of Giving
When it’s time to show up for their university, the Pack never disappoints. Our fourth Day of Giving, held on March 23, was no exception.
Over 24 hours, more than 14,000 donors helped us tell the story of NC State — and raise a staggering $23,060,336 to support the next generation of students.
This Day of Giving mural is made up of just a few of the things that fill us with Wolfpack pride, and the closer you look, the more treasures you’ll find. 
Members of our Pack community gave us a window into their world by snapping photos with these frames. (The chance to score extra funds for their college, program or unit of choice was an added bonus.) 
Members of our Pack community gave us a window into their world by snapping photos with these frames. (The chance to score extra funds for their college, program or unit of choice was an added bonus.) 
Members of our Pack community gave us a window into their world by snapping photos with these frames. (The chance to score extra funds for their college, program or unit of choice was an added bonus.) 
Members of our Pack community gave us a window into their world by snapping photos with these frames. (The chance to score extra funds for their college, program or unit of choice was an added bonus.) 
Students showed up for their university — and scored free food and NC State swag — during a Day of Giving student event. 
Students showed up for their university — and scored free food and NC State swag — during a Day of Giving student event. 
Students showed up for their university — and scored free food and NC State swag — during a Day of Giving student event. 
Students showed up for their university — and scored free food and NC State swag — during a Day of Giving student event. 
Students showed up for their university — and scored free food and NC State swag — during a Day of Giving student event.
Our Student-Athletes Scored Major Victories
With abundant athletic triumphs, NC State fans had plenty to celebrate during the spring semester.
- Wolfpack women’s basketball headed to the NCAA Tournament Elite Eight for the first time since 1998.
- Katharine Berkoff of women’s swimming and diving set a new American record in the 100-yard backstroke while en route to the national championship.
- Men’s swimming and diving were ACC Champions for the seventh time in eight years.
- NC State Wrestling claimed its fourth straight ACC Championship.
- Two former Wolfpack football teammates took the NFL’s biggest stage when the Cincinnati Bengals stepped on the field for Super Bowl LVI.
Our Campus Blossomed
NC State’s campus is magical all year long — but there’s just something about this season that’s truly extraordinary.
Other Happenings
Whether they’re learning, creating, competing or kicking back, our students always get up to something exciting. Here are a few more highlights from the spring semester.
From Jan. 17-21, the African American Cultural Center hosted a series of events to commemorate the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. (Pictured: Martin Luther King Jr.’s visit to Reynolds Coliseum, 1966. Associated Press/Perry Aycock) 
During our seventh annual Make-A-Thon event, student teams competed to create solutions to sustainability challenges. (Pictured: This year’s Make-A-Thon winners.) 
The Krispy Kreme Challenge went virtual this year — and we shared our tips for consuming your dozen doughnuts with maximum efficiency. 
In February, University Housing organized an immersive tour of the civil rights movement in which twenty residents traveled together to visit Selma, Montgomery and Birmingham, Alabama. 
Student organizations across campus gave their pitches to potential new members during the Winter Involvement Fair on Feb. 16. 
On Feb. 17, the University Activities Board hosted Dinner and Drag, an interactive event where student performers put on a live drag show. 
We celebrated 100 years of Student Government at NC State with an event where current and former officers could look back on mementos from the group’s history. 
Mystery Service Saturday is a biweekly event where students can take part in a surprise service opportunity, allowing them to give back to the community and connect with peers. In February, a group spent the afternoon volunteering at Raleigh’s Habitat for Humanity ReStore. 
Students in our ROTC programs danced the night away during the 2022 Military Ball. 
Students from the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences turned the Brickyard into a barnyard during Ag Awareness Week, a celebration of North Carolina’s agricultural industry held March 21-23. 
Since she burst on the scene in a spirit of gleeful independence, Ms. Wuf has thrived as part of NC State’s ultimate power couple. We looked back on her 50-year evolution in March. 
NC State is officially home to the coolest tree in Raleigh, N.C. In April, Raleigh Parks held a contest to name the city’s “Tree of the Year” — and a beloved ginkgo on our campus won the title by a landslide. (No surprise there.) 
As the weather gets nicer, Stafford Commons is a popular destination for students looking to study, grab a bite or enjoy the sunshine. 
Across campus, you’ll find endless outdoor spaces for meeting with friends between classes. 
Throughout April, we’re celebrating Earth Month with a series of events focused on sustainability and bettering our planet. Dig into the full calendar. 
Our last hurrah of the semester? Seniors celebrating their accomplishments with family and friends during commencement on May 7. We’ll see you there!
Keep up with our biggest campus moments by finding @NCState on social media.
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