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Advice for incoming students Taylor Quinn Associate Features Editor

Jennifer Landin, an assistant professor in the department of biolog y, wanted to give her niece something meaningful for her high school graduation.

So, on a loose-leaf piece of paper, she started putting together a list of helpful tips for her as she entered her freshman year of college. Landin started with 15 tips, but as she observed her own students, that list grew to include 89 items, which eventually turned into a published book, Dr. Landin’s 89 Essential Tips for New College Students.

Landin shared some of her favorite tips from her book in hopes of helping incoming freshmen as they embark on their college careers at NC State.

Challenging your beliefs “The great thing about college is that when you come here, all of the sudden you are exposed to all these different people who came from all these different areas and grew up in all these different ways,” Landin said. “It really opens your eyes to what all these possibilities are, and that’s so cool; embrace that. If four years from now you want to be the same person that you are today, you aren’t doing this right.”

Never waste your time or money on an easy-A class “For the past 12 years you’ve been told grades are the most important thing

and they were hugely important to get into college,” Landin said. “But now that you are here, unless you are going onto a professional program, no employer is ever going to ask you what your GPA is.”

Reading the syllabus “The biggest deal from a faculty point of view is read the syllabus,” Landin said.

“Faculty can get inundated especially if you have a large class like 250 people with emails about stuff that’s already answered in the syllabus or on the website. And I think it is an important skill to find your own answers.

As you start growing up, you don’t just go and ask people every time you have a question in your head, you go find the answer or try to find the answer first.”

Eliminate “unfair” and “tricky” from your vocabulary “I get a lot of students coming to me and saying, ‘That’s unfair,’ or ‘That question was tricky,’ and really I probably did it too, but I didn’t think about what I was saying,” Landin said. “If you are saying, ‘That’s unfair,’ you are basically telling that professor that they are being biased and they are probably doing exactly the opposite; they are probably being completely fair, and it is just not what you want.”

Use Audiobooks with classic literature “I could never understand anything like from The Canterbury Tales, but if you listen to it and follow

along in the book, it totally makes sense,” Landin said.

“The person speaking is much more conversational, so that really helped me.”

Landin said she wants students to know that they will not be perfect in college, and that is okay.

Kristen Bloch, a senior in psychology, and James Alexander, a senior in political science, each had some advice to offer incoming students.

If anything, it could always be worse “That paper you forgot to print out, that quiz you forgot about, it won’t matter in a few months,” Bloch said. “Focus on the big picture, f inding yourself, getting good letters of recommendation, learning to not sweat the small stuff. Confidence is key, but be aware that you will be drastically shaped into a new person come senior year than who you are now as a freshman. Take the advice given to you by that monotone professor; they know more than you think they do.”

Syllabuses really are helpful Those due dates listed will be a great friend to you when you glance over and realize you have a quiz quick ly approaching.

Stop and take time “Pause around campus as you’re walking to that dreadful class where everyone chews loudly, don’t forget why you’re here, enjoy the scenery,” Bloch said.

“Also, make time for yourself; you don’t have to try to please everyone.”

No matter what your problem is, there is someone who can help.

“I have been a nervous kid my entire life but never dealt with my anxiety,” Alexander said. “I see a doctor and have spoken with one of the counselors on campus

for the last few months. I’m more confident than I have ever been. Everyone has problems and issues; all you have to do is face them, try your best, and there is nothing wrong with getting help if you need it. No one goes through their entire life without needing help at some point.”

You design your own experience “If you study, put the work in, go to class, take notes and do things the right way, then you will do great,” Alexander said. “If you don’t, you will not have your par-

ents or teachers to lean on, so if you are nervous, put your anxious energy toward your work and you will be fine.”

According to Landin, students are bound to mess up in college, but that is OK. “You are going to screw up so you just deal with it,” Landin said. “Everybody knows you are going to screw up, the biggest thing is don’t try to be perfect because you can’t. If you mess up all you have to do is fix it.”

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A word from the SBP and SBVP Kevin Schaefer Associate Features Editor

Q: What advice do you have for incoming freshmen? What are the biggest things you’ve learned during your time as a student?

Rusty: The biggest thing you have to keep in mind is that your plans change. You’ll learn more about yourself. You’ll discover who you are. And what you want to do will not be the same as what you thought it would be. I think it’s important to keep that open mind going into the academic year because it opens your eyes to the different experiences of college. These are about to be the best four years of your life so far because of the diverse campus we have, the different experiences

and the different people you can interact with. And I think, as a student, you have to be ready for that, mentally prepared but also willing to try new things and challenge yourself, willing to succeed and willing to fail.

Devan: Just some technical advice, you really have to figure out how to utilize all the technology we have available to us. We can all use an iPad, all use a cell phone, a laptop, but you have to take all that and really utilize it to mold your study skills. I don’t think that any freshman who moves in is a perfect studier yet, so you really need to spend some time learning how to do that. Cause if you learn how to study, and you learn how to time-manage, you will have a better social life and a better extra-

curricular life. Manage your time wisely, and you’ll get the grades you want to make if you put the time in, and that’ll make everything so much better.

Q: Did you think when you were freshmen that you’d be where you are now?

Devan: It took me about two years to figure out what I wanted to do when I grew up, and I still don’t really know. I thought I was going to be a dentist, and that has completely spun away to an accountant. It took two years of soul searching and learning about what’s out there for me to figure out that accounting is what I’m good at and what I need to go into professionally.

Rusty: I don’t have a clue what I’m going to do after I graduate,

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and that’s OK. I think that a struggle for a lot of high-achieving students is not to know. You always knew you were going to come to college after high school and get

a job. But it’s actually figuring out what that job will be and that process. It’s part of life, and that’s

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Packapalooza returns: more music and fashion Nicky Vaught Opinion Editor

Perhaps one of the biggest street celebrations in Raleigh comes early in the fall semester. This year, Packapalooza, a collaboration between Live It Up! On Hillsborough Street and NC State, will take place Aug. 23, starting at 2 p.m. and lasting all night.

The one-day street festival will feature 10 musical guests, including NC State’s own Scotty McCreery as the headliner. He will take the main stage at 9 p.m. and is scheduled to play for about an hour.

McCreery offered a guest

performance during 2013’s Packapalooza, singing Old Crow Medicine Show’s “Wagon W heel ” w it h Chancellor Randy Woodson and head football coach Dave Doeren.

Also performing will be several of the university’s a cappella groups such as Grains of Time and Ladies in Red. Packapalooza workers welcome a new stage to the event, according to Jeff Murison, producer of Live It Up! On Hillsborough.

Located “on the western end of the event,” according to Murison, the stage will showcase two Art2Wear fashion shows.

NC State assistant professor Justin LeBlanc has offered his hand directing the runway shows. LeBlanc participated as a designer in Project Runway’s 12th season, which ended spring 2014.

Additionally, community businesses, student organizations and university sports will table and present in various zones along the street. Popular zones from the 2013 event will return, new and improved.

“The development of the Wolfpack Zone as a center of school spirit was highly successful, so that will be expanded this year,” Murison said.

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The success of the Senior Class Zone prompted an expansion as well. The zone inspired the introduction of a “yellow lawn zone,” which is located near La Rancherita.

“Things that have been successful in the past few years have grown and are leading to new components,” Murison said, remarking on the growth of popular attractions at the street festival.

One problem, according to Kristen Bloch, a senior in psychology who attended Packapalooza 2013, was just how crowded the event can get.

Roughly 45,000 people

attended in 2013, and more are expected for this year.

“We’re trying to better lay out the footprints to make the event more navigable,” Murison said. “[We want to] make it a better experience, make sure the crowds are more spread out and can flow easier.”

Despite the crowd, Bloch said she anticipates returning this year, as she enjoyed the booths and shops.

“I might stop by early on,” Bloch said. “There’s good deals and free stuff if you go early.”

As a fan of last year’s he ad l i ner, MuteMat h, Bloch said she is less motivated to attend for the

music.

“It will be interesting to have [Scotty McCreery] headline,” Bloch said. “I think we all need to dress up as Bo-Berry Biscuits.”

Packapalooza is free to the public. A schedule of events can be found on packapalooza.ncsu.edu/ schedule.

“As [Packapalooza] continues to grow in the near future, it’s going to be the third-biggest street festival event in Raleigh, only after the Fourth of July and First Night programs downtown,” Murison said.

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Welcome Week offers new setting, activities Grace Callahan Correspondent

Sara Awad Staff Writer

Whether you are a new or returning student, Wolfpack Welcome Week is full of activities to suit every interest. From Aug. 13 through Aug. 23, Wolpack Welcome Week offers a chance for students to relax and enjoy a variety of activities before the start of the semester.

This year’s festivities revolve around the use of the revitalized Talley Student Union,

according to Cameron Hill, assistant director of New Student Programs. Campus Connections, formerly known as Campus Crawl due to the event’s snakelike expanse from Cates Avenue to the Brickyard, will now take place in Talley. This event gives students a chance to learn about the university’s hundreds of student organizations in addition to a few campus services and resources.

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UAB’s Films Committe will host a Screen on the Green event featuring The Amazing Spider-Man 2 at 9 p.m. on Aug. 16. The screening will take place on Stafford Commons, the lawn in front of Talley. In the case of rain, the movie will be relocated indoors to the Campus Cinema.

Wolfpack Wandering, which will take place Aug. 17, gives students the opportunity to find class buildings and explore campus before classes begin. From 1–3 p.m., Orientation Leaders will be in the Brickyard giving out maps and advice on how to navigate schedules.

Paige Franek, a sophomore in environmental science, said Wolfpack Wandering played a huge role in her comfort with the campus.

“As an out-of-state student, I never had the chance to visit NC State,” Franek said.

“With Wolfpack Wandering, I got to see where all of my classes were so I didn’t get lost on the first day.”

For students interested in joining PanHellenic sororities, check out the PanHellenic Association’s Ice Cream Social from 3–5 p.m. in Harris Field.

From 6:30–8:30 p.m., University Recreation will host RecFest, one of the largest on-campus events. Free food and games will be provided and the event will take place on Miller Fields.

“Out of all of the ac-

tivities, RecFest was probably my favorite,” said Christian Jones, junior in political science. “I’m a very active person, so getting to see all the clubs and all the things I can do here at NC State was really cool.”

The UAB Target Late Night Run from 10 p.m.–1 a.m. gives students a chance to grab dorm and school supplies. The bus will pick up students on Morrill Drive, located near Carmichael Gym. On Aug. 18, Convocation Festival will take place from 1:30–4:30 p.m. at the PNC Arena, featuring a performance by the Power Sound of the South, NC State’s marching band.

“It was awesome to see all of the other freshmen at Convocation,” said Shannon Fiore, a sophomore in psychology. “It’s a chance to meet up with the thousands of other students that are also making the transition to college.”

From 5–7 p.m. on Harris Field, WKNC will host Concert on the Lawn. Enjoy Raleigh bands perform live music hosted by NC State’s student radio station.

UAB’s Issues & Ideas Committees are hosting the Diversity Breakfast After Dark at Fountain Dining Hall from 10 p.m.–12 a.m. This event is an opportunity to meet new people, win prizes and enjoy great food.

On Aug. 19 from 11 a.m.–2 p.m., NCSU Libraries will have an Open House at D.H. Hill Library. Become familiar with the library and its technology and receive free ice cream and prizes.

“The library has some really great resources that many students don’t realize are even there,” said Rachel Mintel, sophomore in communication. “The staff is very helpful and NC State has a lot to offer as a research university.”

Hosted by the Inter-Residence Council and the Interfraternity Council, Chillin’ and Grillin’ is set to take place on Tucker/ Owen Beach from 5-7 P.M. and will include music and free food.

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A tale of two libraries: NCSU offers more than books Megan Ellisor Copy Desk Manager

More than 50,000 people visited D.H. Hill Library in May, and it’s not just because NCSU Libraries is home to millions of books. NCSU Libraries also provides students with indoor and outdoor study spaces, game rooms, 3D printers and more.

With the opening of Hunt Library, NC State’s second main library, in January 2013, NC State students acquired new study spaces and technology to use at their disposal. Despite budget cuts and a proposed reduction to hours, the library facilities are still the most used resource on campus, according to the NCSU Libraries Fact Sheet.

“You are going to be surprised at how much time you spend in the NCSU Libraries — and how much you’re going to start thinking of them as your home at NC State,” said Susan Nutter, vice provost and director of libraries administration.

The $93.75 million Hunt Library has nearly 100 group study rooms available for students to reserve, and D.H. Hill offers more than a dozen.

“NCSU Libraries has an international reputation for providing fun, comfortable and very productive spaces where you can move the furniture to create your own private realm, immerse yourself in technology when you need it, find a comfortable quiet space when you want to work alone or gather with a group to work on a project together,” Nutter said.

Upon first visiting the Hunt Library, many students and guests notice its open layout and colorful and unique chairs, but more

importantly, they notice a lack of books. That’s because most of Hunt Library’s books are stored in the climate-controlled bookBot. The robotic book delivery system contains more than 30,000 books and takes up one-ninth of the space of conventional shelving, according to the NCSU Libraries website.

“Putting in the bookBot instead of regular book stacks gave us the room for all the collaborative technology and study spaces in the Hunt Library,” Nutter said.

The libraries’ vast collections of books include a copy of every textbook, which is helpful for students if their textbook doesn’t arrive in time for the start of classes.

Students can also check out laptops, cameras, tablets, calculators and more through the Technology Lending program at both libraries. Additional technological devices are available at the Makerspace in Hunt Libray.

“The Makerspace in Hunt, and soon in Hill, puts 3D printers, scanners and laser cutters in your hands,” Nutter said.

When books and devices aren’t enough, students can seek academic support from the library staff.

“Many incoming students are a little intimidated by the sorts of projects their professors expect from them,” Nutter said. “You can get instantaneous help in person, on the phone, by email, or chat from Ask Us! staff who can make you a pro.”

The Ask Us! staff can help students with anything from borrowing Kindles to learning how to use Photoshop.

The libraries also feature spaces and amenities where students can take study breaks. D.H. Hill

has a gaming area in the Learning Commons and Hunt Library has a Game Lab available for the scholarly study of games. Both libraries also have coffee shops and creameries where students can refuel and enjoy Howling Cow ice cream, which is made on campus in Schaub Hall.

NC State’s libraries have received numerous awards for their design and implementation of cutting-edge technology.

“In the past several years, articles in Time, Scientific American, Slate, among others, have made it clear that the technology in the NCSU Libraries is like none other in any university libraries anywhere,” Nutter said. “It is a huge competitive advantage for NC State students.”

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Both Hunt and Hill libraries offer numerous resources for students.

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Understanding NC State’s alcohol policies Coleen Kinen-Ferguson Staff Writer

Drinking is characteristic of college life across the country, and NC State is no exception. Most students at NC State, regardless of age and whether or not he or she drinks, will be affected by alcohol either directly or indirectly during his or her academic career. Though college students often engage in drinking as a fun way to socialize and interact with other students and friends, it comes with numerous risks.

Every year, more than 500

cases of underage drinking are referred to Student Conduct, either by campus police or residential advisors, for violations of the NC State alcohol policy.

Students who violate the alcohol policy are subject to disciplinary actions, which may include a required educational course on alcohol.

However, the NC State Conduct Board’s policy is meant to promote safety, education and better decision-making for students rather than the direct punishing of students.

Though it is illegal for anybody under the age of

21 to consume alcohol on or off campus, underage students who request emergency help, either for themselves or other students, will not be punished for drinking underage, according to the Health and Safety Intervention for Alcohol-Related Emergencies in the NC State Code of Student Conduct.

Students requesting help for themselves are allowed to do so once in their academic career without facing charges for underage drinking.

“This is because one incident should be enough to make a student be more

careful and make better decisions while using alcohol,” said Turi Watson, associate director of Student Conduct.

Organizations, such as sororities and fraternities, are allowed to request help without penalty once an academic term, but only for appropriately recognized events of their organization.

However, students who request emergency help for themselves or others may still be charged with other violations to the code of student conduct, such as disorderly conduct, physical violence, possession of false IDs, distribution of alcohol and sexual misconduct. If students are charged with these violations, they may be required to complete an alcohol education course.

If a student appears to be overdosing on alcohol, or ex per ienci ng any other type of alcohol-related

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Underage students requesting emergency help for either themselves or other students will not be punished for drinking underage.

danger, emergency help should always be sought out. A student’s health and well-being is the first and foremost priority of the university. Symptoms of alcohol poisoning include unconsciousness, semi-consciousness, eight or fewer breaths in a minute, breathing irregularly, pale, cold, clammy, and/ or bluish skin, or vomiting while unconscious.

If a student is exhibiting one or more of these symptoms, it is likely that he or she drank too much and are in need of emergency

help. In the event that you are in the presence of someone suffering from alcohol poisoning, you should immediately call 911 or campus police for help. Do not leave the person unsupervised. Monitor the person’s breathing and pulse. Keep the person on his or her side to avoid suffocation/ drowning.

Unfortunately, many of the tragedies seen on college campuses are the result of the misuse of alcohol. The main purpose of the alcohol policy is educating students to make better decisions.

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Pack fans should expect an impressive season Jake Lange Assistant Sports Editor

It’s a brand new year for NC State football, and more importantly, a clean slate for the team, which is trying to help fans forget last season’s 3-9 drought. In 2013, Wolfpack fans saw a team that was lacking in leadership, position depth and a conference win, but head coach Dave Doeren has indicated that the team has improved immensely.

The addition of the Florida transfer, redshirt junior quarterback Jacoby Brissett, is a definite upgrade over Brandon Mitchell and Pete Thomas.

The 230 lb., 6’4” signal caller brings a lot to the table and has the potential to become the centerpiece of the Wolfpack offense.

Brissett lost the starting job at Florida, but not without making an impact in his first two seasons with the Gators.

Brissett started in two games in his first year and was the first true freshman quarterback at Florida to take his first career snap as the starter. Brissett took on No. 1 LSU in his first game and No. 24 Auburn in his second consecutive week as a rookie starter.

The West Palm Beach, Fla. native had a notable performance in his second year, when playing Louisiana-Lafayette. In the third quarter, with his team trailing 20-13, Brissett came off the bench and led the Gators to a 27-20 win with a pair of TD drives.

Since leaving Gainesville, Fla. to join the Pack, Brissett has taken the role as a team leader by motivating the team in practice and leading by example on and off the field.

Along with his leadership, Brissett has the pure passing capability and valuable pocket presence to help State become a power contender in the ACC this season.

N.C. State brought in an impressive recruiting class in 2014, mainly consisting of offensive skill positions. Out of the newcomers, freshman wide receiver Bo Hines sticks out as a possible impact player in the upcoming season.

Hines became the Pack’s first recruit in

the 2014 freshmen class after enrolling in the spring semester and has proved himself as an offensive threat after showing off his speed and route running capability in practice.

In his senior year at Charlotte Christian High School, Hines caught 51 receptions for 832 yards and 12 touchdowns. Among those stats Hines accrued 525 passing yards and eight touchdowns, while rushing 229 yards and scoring two touchdowns. His high school won the division I state title in his junior and senior year.

The Charlotte native was ranked as the No. 91 wide receiver nationally by rivals. com and has impressed N.C. State coaches with his speed, having the ability to run a 4.41-second 40-yard dash. Once finding his bearings in his transition to collegiate football, Hines should become a key offensive weapon for Brissett.

On the other side of the ball, the most impactful player to watch is the big-bad wolf, graduate student defensive end Art Norman. Norman had a productive season last year, accruing 30 tackles and 4.5 sacks.

Norman is a strong team leader and is often seen motivating his teammates to make much-needed stops on any critical series. He served as team captain for the Clemson, Wake Forest and Boston College games and was elected to serve on the team’s Leadership Council for 2013 and 2014.

Norman’s strongest qualities are his speed capability and pocket pressure. On film, the Stone Mountain, Ga. native is usually seen finishing a play within arms reach of the quarterback or in full sprint towards whichever poor soul is carrying the ball.

Pack football has the potential to become a worst-to-first team in its 2014 campaign against unsuspecting ACC competitors.

The outcome of the coming season depends strongly on the performances key players such as Brissett, Hines and Norman, who make their season debut when Georgia Southern travels to Carter-Finley on Aug. 30.

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something that can change. Freshman year, I was struggling just to get to class on time and get to the library in time to study. And that is one of the biggest challenges is just go to class. There’s a lot of freedom in college, and you’ve got to make sure to show up.

Devan: A lot of freshmen will probably have that fear, the fear of the unknown. And I would say just take that fear and take a positive spin on it.

Q: In terms of getting involved in campus life and activities, what do you think students should do to find the right group for them?

Rusty: My advice that I give to

all incoming freshmen is find what truly interests you and go make a difference there. The rest will fall into place. And I think that’s really important because there’s not a perfect path. There’s no path to getting to Student Body President, there’s no path to graduating from NC State.

Devan: Absolutely. I would also advise sort of technically, try as many things as you want.

I might advise trying one thing at a time, though, and really be able to devote your time to one thing and enough time to know whether you’re interested in it or not. And to piggyback on the path to success or the path to what you love, I have one year of student government experience, and I’m Student Body Vice President. So definite-

ly a lot of people around student government have been there a lot longer than I have. I sang two years in a cappella and did high school leadership initiatives before I got here. And the rest will fall into place. This was never in the plan till probably January of last year.

Q: What would you say are some things students should avoid or make a habit of not doing?

Devan: So I’m reading a book right now about how changing keystone habits changes your entire life. And it also works in a negative way, so if you change your habits to destructive habits, your whole life will start to deconstruct in front of you. And one simple habit such as waking up if you have an 8 a.m. class, if you wake up at 6:30 a.m. and you make that

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a habit, you’ll have time to get ready and eat a good breakfast. It gives you the energy to last all day so you’re not tired when it comes time to study and you don’t fail a test. All those are keys to waking up early. And waking up early is not my key to success, but I encourage freshmen to look for the small habits to be your keystone habits that will really help you form your routine.

Q: What do you think new students should look forward to the most during their time at NC State?

Rusty: Until you’ve experienced Wolfpack football at Carter-Finley and Wolfpack basketball at PNC Arena, you haven’t truly engaged in the Wolfpack experience. But really the most ex-

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7–9 p.m. at the Free Expression Tunnel.

This event gives students and faculty the opportunity to paint the tunnel and promote respect for diversity on campus.

“Respect the Pack is an important event that reminds us that our Wolfpack is made up of people from all different backgrounds,” said Tabitha Beidleman, junior in textile technology. “It shows us just how diverse our campus is and that each of our identities is valid and important.”

The Wolfpack Wide World of Sports takes place from 4–7 p.m. on Aug. 20 and is a chance to join in on games including ultimate Frisbee, soccer and kickball, with a new game starting every 15 minutes. In the case of rain, the event will be held in Carmichael Gym on Courts 9, 10 and 11.

Sponsored by Student Government, RED Friday will take place from 11 a.m.–1 p.m. on Aug. 22. Wear red to show school spirit and have the opportunity to receive

citing thing for me about my time at NC State is my relationship with the university, with the NC State campus community and with the Wolfpack family. The bond to NC State is greater than four years, because quite frankly four years is not enough. It’s a lifelong relationship that we really have to cherish for years to come. It’s coming back to events like Packapalooza, it’s coming back for homecoming, it’s coming to Krispy Kreme challenge while we’re students and while we’re alumni. Always remembering what this place did for us, how we learned about ourselves while we’re here, how we transformed, how we grew as individuals, and how we were prepared for success after college and for the rest of our life.

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The Inter-Residence Council Silent Disco will be held from 9 p.m.–1 a.m. on Courts 9, 10 and 11 at Carmichael Gym. Each student receives a pair of wireless headphones to use at the event and can choose which DJ to listen to while dancing.

Packapalooza is a street festival on Hillsborough Street that will be held from 2–10 p.m. on Aug. 23.

“Packapalooza is not just an event on Hillsborough Street for N.C. State students,” said Sandra Sliwowska, a sophomore in animal science. “The whole city of Raleigh is involved as locals and outsiders can experience what the city is all about.”

Packapalooza includes performances, food, and venders throughout the day.

“It’s a good instrument to build community,” said Ben Uthe, senior in business administration. “You can go with your new roommate or suitemates and then have that shared experience.”

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