Think and Do

Explore State Online

Before you come to campus, take a look at how we approach challenges and opportunities. Our impact is reflected in national rankings and the stories that highlight the Pack’s innovation, leadership and commitment to solving real-world problems. From groundbreaking research featured in the news to top marks in academics, we don’t just think about the future — we’re doing the work to shape it.

Alumni Association

We empower alumni, students, employees and friends of NC State to cultivate a lifelong pride in the Wolfpack through shared experiences, treasured traditions.

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Giving Pack

We fuel opportunities for alumni, parents, students and the wider Wolfpack to foster philanthropy that advances the land-grant mission of NC State.

Find your passion 

Regional Events

Nothing energizes our Wolfpack like a chance to gather with our favorite people across the U.S. and around the world while making new friends.

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Explore State on Campus

While you’re in Raleigh, homecoming is the perfect time to rediscover NC State — from favorite spots on campus to new landmarks that showcase how the university has grown. Take a walk down memory lane, explore the heart of Raleigh and experience the vibrant community that surrounds the Pack. Whether you’re revisiting old traditions or discovering something new, there’s no better time to connect with campus and the community we call home.

Self-Guided Campus Tour

Take a walking tour of campus and find your favorite spots while discovering what’s new. Take the tour at your pace, capture photos and share Wolfpack memories.

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Explore Our Spirit and Traditions

Generation after generation, NC State students have discovered traditions here that hold a place in their hearts — and bond them to the wider Wolfpack — for life.

Celebrate the spirit 

Hallowed Places Tour

Dotted throughout campus, you’ll find 10 locations with a special designation. Marked by plaques, they range from historic, brick-laden blocks to sprawling acres of lush greenery. The university defines them as “irreplaceable campus buildings, landscapes and natural settings that have accrued special meaning over time.

Self-Guided Tour