student government

Sep 18, 2024

A Pirate (Captain) Looks at 40

Whil Piavis (Mechanical Engineering ’07), AKA “The Pirate Captain,” made international headlines when he and his “Scurvy Crew” hijacked the 2005 student body presidential election. Ironically, he is now a cybersecurity expert. 

Feb 22, 2021

Finding Your Wolfpack: Student Organizations

Connecting on campus may be a challenge this year, but NC State's 600+ student organizations are here to help. 

Oct 14, 2020

Pack The Polls, Starting Oct. 15

NC State's early voting site at Talley Student Union will be open daily from Oct. 15-31 in advance of the Nov. 3 general election. 

Feb 7, 2019

NC State Steps Up to Help Students in Need

The university's Pack Meal Share program — for students facing short-term food insecurity — is helping those affected by the recent federal government shutdown. 

Jul 13, 2017

Student Body President Outlines LGBTQ Goals

Jackie Gonzalez, elected student body president for the coming academic year, has a keen interest in LGBTQ issues she hopes to address during her tenure. Working with diversity outreach director J Hallen, Gonzalez recently issued a statement about her plan. 

Sep 27, 2016

Coaches Corner Unveiled

On the same day that Reynolds Coliseum reopened, a student-led initiative to honor four accomplished basketball coaches with full-sized statues was unveiled in the breezeway between Reynolds Coliseum and the Talley Student Union. Everett Case, Norm Sloan, Jim Valvano and Kay Yow will stand guard and welcome students and visitors alike. 

Oct 15, 2015

Solar Tree Sprouts at Hunt Library

Charge your laptop, phone or other electronics on the 16-foot solar tree at the Hunt Library on Centennial Campus. The newly installed solar technology is a gift from the Park Scholars Class of 2015. 

Jul 15, 2013

Parker Steps Up as Williams Steps Down

Student Senate president Alex Parker takes the helm of student government's executive branch when NC State's newly elected student body president resigns. 

Apr 23, 2013

Taking the Lead

NC State's new student body president recounts his exciting journey from the back of the class to the front of the pack. 

Feb 11, 2013

Welcome to the Spring!

The days have started getting longer, and the semester is now in full swing. I’m excited to serve as your Student Body President in my final semester at N.C. State. 

Sep 10, 2012

SBP Andy Walsh: Transportation Updates/New Wolfline Routes

Relevant transportation updates on campus for students, including some exciting changes to the Wolfline Bus Routes. 

Sep 10, 2012

SBP Andy Walsh: Wolfstock Concert Series

The new Wolfstock Concert Series is here! 

Sep 10, 2012

SBP Andy Walsh: Student Ticketing Updates

Student Ticketing Changes for the 2012 Athletic Seasons. 

Sep 10, 2012

SBP Andy Walsh: Welcome to the Fall

Introduction from Student Body President Andy Walsh with an update regarding the new Current Students webpage. 

Jul 13, 2012

Student Government Pre-125th Birthday Bash

On March 15, Student Government provided entertainment and snacks as part of a day of fun leading up to NC State's official 125th birthday party on April 2.