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More Than a Gym: Renovation Marks New Chapter for Wellness and Recreation
For nearly 60 years, Carmichael Gymnasium has served as the home for recreation and fitness at NC State. Construction on a new wellness facility is underway, and soon, will match other extraordinary...
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Officials Find Strength Beyond National Competition
Two students find their strength and passion in one position at Wellness and Recreation.
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Think And Do: Putting It All Together
Wellness and Recreation program assistant works dream internship with Volvo.
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Beam Me Up
A topping out ceremony marks a construction milestone for the Wellness and Recreation Center.
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Running Through New Adventures
Former Wellness and Recreation program assistant continues to push his limits physically and mentally beyond graduation.
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Yoga Instructor Transforms Passion Into a Lifestyle
A certified group fitness instructor builds a bridge between yoga and her community.
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Start of a Movement
NC State has a long history and commitment to physical activity and movement.
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Exploring New Routes
A new climbing center highlights the many features of the Wellness and Recreation Center.
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Join DASA United Intramural Soccer Team
This fall staff from across DASA are again getting together an intramural soccer team for fun and exercise (participating in the Grad/Faculty/Staff league) and we are seeking new teammates! Games are...
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Cheetahs, elephants and drones oh my
When Josh Glazer ’19, started at NC State, he never imagined that his experience would have led him to piloting drones in Africa.
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Self Care and Time Management
At Wellness and Recreation, we consistently promote the practice of “self care” to students, faculty and staff.
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Staying Active While You Are Busy
As the semester begins to pick up and your schedule fills with obligations, it can be very easy to let physical activity slip through the cracks.
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Healthy Campus Week Highlights NC State’s Wellness Initiative
This week at NC State you’ll be able to sample smoothies, seek advice on mapping out an exercise routine, virtually explore a mountain and learn how to meditate.
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A Hidden Struggle
Learn how campus partners across the university are giving students more ways to address their mental health needs.
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Leading the Way
In 1924, John F. Miller was hired to lead the newly formed Department of Physical Education and Athletics.
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Mind and Body
Learn about a key feature of the Wellness and Recreation Center-- the new Mind Body Studio
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Dominating the Duathlon
Many of the Health and Exercise Studies (HES) Faculty have been extremely busy with traveling, training, and competing in the Duathlon World Championship in Pontevedra, Spain. More than 35 countries...
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Move30 for Stress Management
Certified Wellness Coach, Zack Jenio ‘22, explains why moving 30-minutes a day is beneficial for stress.
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Above and Beyond: Taking More than 8 at State
NC State offers a wide array of fitness and wellness classes that aim to encourage a healthy lifestyle among students. One Health and Exercise Studies (HES) Department initiative is the ‘Take 8 at...
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Intramural Sports Bring Community While Abroad
From five different countries, seven men found comfort and community at NC State through intramural soccer.
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The Importance of Gratitude
Expressing gratitude is a great way to help you look at the positives in life.
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FIBA 3×3: Taking on the Half Court
As FIBA 3x3 gains worldwide popularity, NC State takes leadership to provide a unique opportunity on the court.
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Tapping into Togetherness
NC State student, Becca Churchill ‘21, learns leadership skills and finds supportive community through Pack Clogging Club.
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Thanksgiving Highlight: HES Faculty members take part in 2019 Raleigh Turkey...
The 2019 Turkey Trot @ Ridgewood was the 10th annual 8K for Multiple Sclerosis (MS) that took place on Thanksgiving Day, where our amazing HES staff dominated!
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Expanding the Team: New HES Faculty!
Want to get to know our amazing new staff? Well, look no further. The Health and Exercise Studies (HES) staff are proud to welcome Dr. JD Lee, Joan Nicholas-Walker, and Macy Rupska to the HES Department.
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Aquatic Center Offline for Maintenance
The Casey Aquatic Center is scheduled to be temporarily offline Sunday, January 5 for maintenance.
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Getting Fit in 2020
Three graduate students who are group fitness instructors offer tips on how to fit exercise into a busy schedule.
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Intramural Sports Flag Football Championships Held at Close-King Indoor...
For the first time intramural sports moved off-campus to Close-King indoor practice facility, home of the Wolfpack football team.
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Healthy Goal Setting for 2020
As the new semester begins, focus less on making an abundance of unrealistic resolutions and focus more on making a few focused, attainable goals.
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‘Plogging’ trend takes over as students make strides to eliminate waste
Running for a cause, NC State’s plogging club works to improve the environment, one bag at a time.
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The Power Within
An NC State faculty member finds a passion for powerlifting during personal training sessions.
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Bringing Professionals Together One Kick at a Time
An NC State staff member turns to intramural sports to connect and be one within the Wolfpack community.
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Finding New Life For Resources
NC State strives for stewardship by reusing and recycling during construction and renovation projects.
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A Year for ‘Learning, Growing and Living’
After being denied her first shot at a Fulbright Award, NC State grad Chloe Shevlin didn't give up on her dream.
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Climbing Into Space
Of the many things NASA astronaut Christina Koch learned while earning three degrees at NC State, one of the most useful was her first foray onto the rock climbing wall at Carmichael Gymnasium.
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Kato wins National Counselor of the Year Award from ACCA
Yuka Kato, a licensed psychologist for the NC State Counseling Center, was named Counselor of the Year at the annual conference for the American College Counseling Association.
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Wellness and Recreation Coronavirus Update – March 17
Effective immediately, NC State has closed the Wellness and Recreation Carmichael Complex in response to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
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DASA Adapts to ‘New Normal’ with New Virtual Programming
While the COVID-19 pandemic has forced the cancelation of almost every in-person campus event this spring, the Division of Academic and Student Affairs has quickly adapted to the situation and is now...
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Student Health Services Pivots Quickly to Provide On-Site and Remote Care...
As we approach the apex of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Student Health Services team continues the flurry of adaptations, reconfigurations, and regroupings to ensure that NC State students are safely...
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How—and Why—to Stay Fit When All the Gyms Are Closed
A statewide lockdown is actually the perfect time to start or continue with a home exercise program. An NC State fitness expert tells you how to do it safely and effectively.
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Productive Procrastination
Procrastination isn't always a bad thing. Learn about the concept of productive procrastination.
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COVID-19 and Mental Health
Learn how one NC State student developed new habits during unprecedented times.
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Cultivating Well-being
During his four years on campus, Jarred Taylor '20 helped spread and grow the message of well-being on campus. He was recognized for his efforts with Wellness and Recreation's John F. Miller Award this...
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Get Active with These Five Summer Wellness Initiatives
During COVID-19, mental and physical wellness are both more important than ever before. Here are five events and activities to help you look after yourself this summer.
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Going Beyond the Wall
Alumna Qulea Anderson writes about the storied past of the rock wall in Carmichael Gymnasium and the new climbing amenities that will be available after the building's renovation.
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Financial Tips for Students
Financial well-being is directly linked to all the other elements of wellness. Learn how you can improve your financial wellness.
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Health and Exercise Studies Department Sprints to Convert to All Online Classes
It was hard enough moving traditional classes online this spring. But Health and Exercise Studies faculty had to get extra creative to continue classes that are typically taught in the water, on a...
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Above and Beyond
Two Wellness and Recreation Student Employee share their passion for giving back.
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Carmichael Reopening Update
Learn more about the Carmichael Complex's reopening and reactivation plans.
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Sexual Health in College: How to Navigate Intimacy, Safety, and Resources on...
Sex is a complex subject. Learn what sexual health means and how your campus provides support.
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