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You are finally here at State and ready to branch out on your journey to success. It’s your first year of college and you are ready to make the best of it. For most it may be the first time that you will be away from home for an extended period of time. You are in a new environment with new people. The first year of college is very important and sets the tone for the remainder of your time at this institution. The decisions you make your freshman year can have a huge impact on the rest of your undergraduate career, as well as the remainder of your life. You now have the opportunity to make your own life decisions and you must make sure that you are making the best ones. If you start out with a bad GPA, it can be very hard to pull it back up. Use your resources around you and take advantage of the many opportunities that will be set before you. While you are here for an education, you must realize that most of the knowledge that you obtain here will be gained outside of the classroom. It is best to find a balance between academics, social activities,and your personal well being. We wish you the best of luck on a successful school year.
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2| Here are a few tips that will assist you in your journey to graduation: 1. Make Good Decisions: Your parents are no longer here to remind you of what you should and should not be doing. It is your responsibility to go to class on time, set aside time to study, and go to bed at reasonable time. Professors are not going to email you and ask why you didn’t come to class, unless you have a really good personal relationship with them and even then if you’re in an auditorium class they may not even notice. 2. Go to Class: This is very important. In most 100 and 200 level classes, attendance is mandatory.However, even if class is not mandatory you should still go. Missing one class in college is like missing a whole week of class in high school. Studies have shown that students who go to class get better grades than those who choose not to attend. 3. Eat Right: When you eat and how much you eat is now solely your responsibility. Even though you have access to many fast food restaurants on-campus, you should try to get healthy meals at the dining halls. After a couple of months you will become immune to Chik Fil A and Taco Bell. 4. Get Involved: There are over 600 organizations on campus and there is something for everyone. This is a good way to network and make connections with people who can be beneficial to your success. This can also be a good way to begin forming your resume. 5. Don’t become a prisoner in your dorm room. There is a lot to explore at NC State, as well as the Raleigh area. There’s more to life than your class work. If you live on campus, go to programs at your residence hall as well as events on campus. 6. Party responsibly: It is great to go to the club, as well as house parties. It’s also another way to meet new people. However, you must not become addicted to partying. It’s not a good idea to go to club when you know that you have a test the next day. 7. Study, Study, Study: Many students who come to college say that they never really had to study much in high school. If you think that you will get away with this in college, most will be heartbroken when you get an F on your first test. You will realize that things work a lot different in college. You won’t have homework every single night in most cases, but it is your responsibility to make sure that you are setting aside time to study. 8. Get a planner: This may sound ridiculous to some, but it’s a good idea. If you get into the habit of writing all your assignments and tests down at the beginning of the semester, it will help you become more organized. In most cases you are able to plan out your whole semester in the first week.
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FRESHMEN YEAR: WHAT TO EXPECT {Editor’s Note: This article was printed in a 2009 edition of the Nubian Message}
MADAVIA JOHNSON | STAFF WRITER To the incoming freshmen, I say, welcome! This is your year to make an impact on the community. I encourage all of you to do your best and not get off to a slow start because in college, time is very important. You may have heard all this at orientation but as a sophomore, the lessons from my first year are fresh on my mind. I’ve found the information you receive at the beginning of the year is very important. With that being said, I have a bit of advice. To start things off, do not develop a bad reputation. Hang out with the right crowd. When you go to clubs, it’s ok to dance and look cute, but keep in mind that people are watching you. A first impression can sometimes become your reputation. If people already have that mind set that you are a “bad person,” then they are less likely to communicate with you. As far as friends, the saying goes “birds of the same feather flock together.” So if your friends are putting themselves out there in negative ways, people will automatically assume you are too, even if you’re not. This may not be the right thing to do, but hey, it’s life. We’re all guilty of judging people before we get to know them. That’s why in college you have to establish your identity and let people know that even though you may hang around “bad people”, it doesn’t reflect you character.
Another thing that gets a lot of college students is peer pressure. We’ve heard about it all our lives, but it’s something that has affected me personally. I consider myself a very strong-minded person and if you ask people that know me well, they will agree with you. I never thought I could fall to peer pressure, but after constant exposures and a few persuasions I began to join in. I knew it was a bad thing to do, but it looked so fun. After a few answers of “No I‘ll pass on it” I eventually said “Yeah why not.” That was the first time I ever fell to peer pressure, but this comes to show you that college is a jungle, so be careful. It isn’t always as easy as it sounds especially when it comes to little things you think will not have an effect on you such as Facebook and Twitter. Facebook and Twitter are great! I love social networking, but it is so time consuming. I strongly encourage you not to log into Facebook when you have work to do. The time that you put into Facebook and Twitter could equal twice the amount of work that you could have completed or have not started (trust me I’m experiencing it now). Time management is the key to getting ahead in college. Getting ahead in college isn’t really that hard. Just get to know your teachers, keep a clean reputation, get involved, establish networks, and stay ahead of the game. College is the place to live, learn, and have safe fun.
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Dealing with roommate issues KISHEA PHILLIPS | MANAGING EDITOR [Editor’s Note: This article was originally printed in a 2007 edition of the Nubian Message.] Most of you as new freshmen will be moving into a dorm with someone you have never met before. Living with a complete stranger can be scary, especially if you find out that you have absolutely nothing in common. Different backgrounds, morals, values, and manners can clash. Dealing with a difficult roommate is never easy but it doesn’t have to be terrible either. If you and your roommate start to bump heads, don’t just pack up your stuff. A few problem-solving tips just might do the trick. Take the roommate agreement seriously. Roommate agreements can cause tension between two people who want to be friendly with one another. However, they are necessary to establish boundaries between you and your roommate. If you are just meeting one another, you have no idea how they feel about sharing their belongings and vice versa. A detailed roommate agreement will help both of you come to a consensus early in the year and serve as a valuable tool if any other problems come up later. A vague agreement can be disputed, but a detailed one cannot. Don’t feel weird about it, just know that it is a mandatory for a reason. You must address any issues you have with your roommate assertively and immediately. Being too passive will get you ignored and acting too aggressively will cause flare ups between the two of you adding fuel to the fire. You have to look at the situation realistically. North Carolina State University is a predominately White institution. Currently, only about ten percent of the students enrolled are African American. It is likely that if you do not
already have a roommate lined up, not only will your roommate be white, but if you live in a suite, your entire suite will be as well. Although I would say the bulk of the students at NC State are extra friendly, you may end up with a roommate that either doesn’t particularly like black people or hasn’t been exposed to many of us and could be close minded. This seems like an impossible situation, but if you like your room and your suite, you’re not going to want to move. What do you do? Don’t try and educate your roommate about the Black experience unless they are open to it. If they come into the room with you with a bunch of preconceived notions that they aren’t willing to change, it’s a lost cause. If you are showered with inappropriate remarks and racial gestures, it’s important to talk it out with the person. If they seem not to care, go to your Resident Advisor for a mediation session. It is important to talk it out with your roommate first so they do not feel that you have gone behind their back. Most of you as new freshmen will be moving into a dorm with someone you have never met before. Living with a complete stranger can be scary, especially if you find out that you have absolutely nothing in common. Different backgrounds, morals, values, and manners can clash. Dealing with a difficult roommate is never easy but it doesn’t have to be terrible either. If you and your roommate start to bump heads, don’t just pack up your stuff. A few problem-solving tips just might do the trick. Take the roommate agreement seriously. Roommate agreements can cause tension between two people who want to be friendly with one another. However, they are necessary to establish boundaries between you and your
roommate. If you are just meeting one another, you have no idea how they feel about sharing their belongings and vice versa. When you are having roommate issues talk about it, but not to your suitemates or anyone else who is connected to your roommate. You should talk to your parents, your mentor, any other family members, and your friends and if you believe in God, definitely pray about it. There are times when even your RA cannot make a person comply. This is when the roommate issues go beyond eating the other person’s Pop Tarts and using their shampoo. You may completely clash, feeling disrespected and your roommate may just not even care. In such a case you may be required to visit your resident director who doesn’t have the sympathy of your RA for mediation. The rule is if you cannot resolve your differences, the person with the problem has to move out. In the end, if you cannot come to a consensus, and you are miserable in your room, go ahead and take steps to move to another room. You may have to wait until another room opens up with delays the process. Until then, you’ll have to do the best you can to be civil. Remember that your main reason for being in college should be to get an education. And you don’t have to be miserable in a place that will become your second home. A harsh dorm room environment can wear on you, affecting how you execute your school work. Don’t allow yourself to be miserable in a room you are paying to live in because you don’t like confrontation, and don’t let your pride get you kicked out of University Housing, because you are offended. Utilize your resources and do not be disheartened.
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|3 MORE FRESHMAN TIPS 9. Get to know your professor: Most classes at NC State will be in an auditorium setting with 300 students. If you don’t make the effort to get to know your professor, they will more than likely only know you by your Student ID number. Introduce yourself to them, and speak up in class. It can help you when you need extra help. 10. Protect your reputation: Don’t become “well-known” for the wrong reasons. Make you hangaround the right people. You are a reflection of the people you associate with. Ladies, don’t become a regular face at College Inn if you don’t live there. If you don’t know what that is now, you will know soon. People will notice, and they will talk. 11. Seek out a campus job: Campus jobs are a good source for extra income. Most oncampus jobs offer flexibility around your class schedule, and there are even some which allow you to do school work while you are working. 12. Use resources that are provided for you: Take advantage of resources such as Multicultural Student Affairs, Peer Mentor Program, Student Health, Counseling Center, Tutorial Center,Carmichael, DH Hill Library, African American Cultural Center, Student Legal Services, etc. There are campus services which can help you with almost any problems that may arise during your tenure here. You are paying for them, so why not use them. 13. Take public transportation, walk: If you live on campus, there’s pretty much no reason that youshould drive from class to class. It’s a waste of gas that is already expensive enough as it is right now. You can take the Wolfline or you could just walk. You can get to most places on campus within 15 minutes, no matter what option you use. Also get a GoPass which will give you access to city and regional buses. It’s free and you can take a trip to the mall or visit your friends at other schools in the area such as Durham, or that school in Chapel Hill. 14. Go to the gym: The gym is a place where you should try to go to a couple of times a week if you can. Carmichael offers exercise classes, workout equipment, as well as intramural sports for those who have skills in basketball or other sports. It’s a good way to relax, stay healthy, and relieve stress. 15. Avoid credit cards: You should not leave college with an excessive amount of debt. Many banks and companies will send you letters in the mail trying to get you to sign up. It seems like free money when you swipe it, but it can come back to haunt you when they start adding interest to the balance.
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THE HISTORY OF AFRICAN AMERICANS AT NC STATE * In order to know where you are going in life, you must know where you came from and how you got there. Many people paved the way for you to have the opportunity to go to this institution. *
1900-1949
1890 1889 : Former Slave begins 50 year career at university
1890 : Second Morrill Act becomes law requiring all states to provide technical education to African Americans. However, states could comply by providing separate colleges for blacks and whites
1891: North Carolina A&T State University is founded as a way to prevent admission of African Americans at NC State, which at the time was called the North Carolina College of Agriculture and Mechanic Arts.
1955 Frazier vs. The Board of Trustees of the University of North Carolina: The court determines that undergraduate colleges and universities should be open to African Americans.
1956: Walter Holmes becomes the first African American to join the marching Band which received protests from alumni who did not approve of the integration of the ban
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1958: The tennis team becomes the first integrated athletic team at State College when Irwin Holmes joins the team.
1953: First African American graduate students admitted: Two African American students by the name of Robert Clemons and Hardy Liston were admitted into the school of engineering. 1953: In this year, NC State hosted a Dairy Farming Conference on campus. Chancellor Bostian declared that African American dairy farmers attending the coference could only eat in the West Wing of the dining hall. At the time African Americans attending on campus meetings could eat in the dining halls, as long as there was a separate room. At the time Leazar Hall was the campus dining hall until 1971.
within our great wolfpack city, many small, intimate villages exist... The african american cultural center invites you to participate in our annual harambee program on wednesday, august 24, 2011. harambee is the swahili word meaning “let us come together.” at harambee, we gather together to welcome new members into our village and to celebrate all of the members of our community. harambee allows us to introduce african american and african descent student leaders, faculty, administrators and staff. true to the traditions of the village, harambee opens with the call of the djembe drum and includes a performance by uninhibited praise.
disabilities statement if you are a person with a disability and require any assistive devices, services, or other accommodations to participate in this activity, please contact toni thorpe at 919.515.1451 during the business hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. to discuss accommodations.
1957: Robert Clemons graduates from NC State with a professional degree in Electrical Engineering.
1956: The First African American undergraduates are admitted: Ed Carson, Irwin Holmes, Walter Holmes, and Manuel Crockett.
This year, harambee includes a reception and an invitation to tour the exhibit entitled “women empowered: inspiring change in the emerging world” featuring the work of award-winning photographer, phil Borges. Borges partnered with care to highlight the plight and promise of courageous women around the world. The african american cultural is grateful for the partnership with un women and soroptimist international of raleigh nc that made this exhibit possible. as well, we welcome you to participate in our programming this year and to support the african american cultural center by joining the friends of the african american cultural center. harambee is for everyone in our campus community. so, answer the call of the djembe drums and join our village for this welcome celebration.
For more information, please visit the aacc website at ww.ncsu.edu/aacc
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1970s
1966: Norma Wright Garcia becomes the first female to receive an undergraduate degree earning a BA in History.
1971: Seven students form a local chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha, making it NC State’s first African American fraternity.
1967: Mary Evelyn Porterfield becomes the first Miss Black North Carolina State University. 1967: Marcus Martin becomes the first football player at NC State
1960: Irwin Holmes graduates from NC State with a B.S in Electrical Engineering becoming the first African American undergraduate. 1969:
1969: Eric Moore becomes the first African American to receive a football scholarship.
1974: A new African American Cultural Center is given to students on the first floor of the print shop.
1970: African American students formed the first African American Cultural Center in the YMCA Building.
First Black Studies Classes Offered
1962: Vivian Henderson becomes the first African American faculty member as visiting professor in the Department of Economics.
1970: The First Pan Afrikan Festival is Held
1980s 1988: NC State recognizes Martin Luther King, Jr. Day for the for the first time
1987: Kevin Howell becomes the first African American student body president
1975: Delta Sigma Theta becomes the first African American sorority on the campus of NC State University. 1974: NC State hires Lawrence Clark as Associate Provost.
1990: Brian Nixon attacked. Brian Nixon was the second African American Student Body President. He received racial death threats and intimidating calls during his presidency. The violence escalated in February 1990 when Nixon was attacked in the early morning walking to his residence hall. He resigned in March 1990. During his tenure he created programs which encouraged students to practice ethical behavior and allowed students to meet with campus leaders in informal settings.
1990s
1992: James Anderson becomes the first African American Dean
2000s 2004: African American students protest student appropriations. Out of $40,000 of appropriations, African American student groups only received $735.
2006: Sidney Lowe becomes the first African American head coach of NC State. He was a member of the 1983 Championship team.
1992: Nubian Message is formed following protests from students alleging racial bias in the Technician. Tony Williamson served as the first Editor-In-Chief. The Nubian Message received no funding from the University and was prohibited from using Student Media equipment. The first issue was published with the help of North Carolina Central University who allowed the students to use their equipment.
2005: The NC State chapter of NAACP is reformed.
2008: Racist graffiti was found in the Free Expression tunnel targeted at President elect Barack Obama the morning after he was named president. The night before a crowd of students marched to the Belltower to celebrate the win.
1991: The African American Cultural Center opens in Witherspoon Student Center (formerly the Student Center Annex) which includes a library, meeting space, and a multipurpose room.
1994: The Augustus M. Witherspoon Student Center becomes the first building and only building on campus to be named an African American.
2010: More racist graffiti is found in the tunnel again targeting President Obama, as well as African American students on campus.
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College Life on Less: The Economy Challenges Students {Editor’s Note: This Article was originally printed in a 2009 edition of the Nubian Message}
KARA LYNCH | STAFF WRITER As the recession continues to worsen the opinions of some, one thing is sure to go on - the lives of college students. With the possibility and reality for some of less financial resources this academic year, the pack is back in full force. Unemployment has increased substantially across the U.S. Food and gas prices have skyrocketed and the credit market is frozen. Some students have opted to move back home and help their families, while others are taking the economic challenge head on. It’s hard enough finding good employment prospects without work experience and having a complete education, but the weakened job market has made it even tougher for college students. Even if one lands a job, there’s no guarantee that the hours or pay are enough to live on. So, are we doomed for a poverty stricken school year? No! The challenge is to live effectively on less. For starters, I believe one should create a budget. You
can’t always account for the little things that pop up but if you have a ballpark idea of what your expenses are, the chances of you running into financial emergencies become less. Cutting costs is not as hard as you may initially think. Instead of going to see a movie as soon as it hit theaters, wait a few weeks and see it on campus at Witherspoon Cinema for a fraction of the price. Is dining out killing your pockets? Before you eat out, make sure you’ve used all your dining hall meals. I know eating at the dining halls can be monotonous, but you’ve already purchased the food, so you might as well take advantage of it. Before going grocery shopping clip coupons. Saving fifty cents here and there can really add up . Ladies, are hair and nail salons breaking your bank? Trade weekly appointments in the salons for monthly appointments and touch up your hair and nails at home during the weeks between. Not only does this save money, but it is a good way to spend personal time away from stress of school and work. My favorite pasttime, window shopping
Taking Advantage of Your Resources HIND MALIK | STAFF WRITER Spiking gas prices are not the only distressing phenomenon in town, Tuition for undergraduate students continues to be on the rise. According to NCSU Scholarships and Financial Aid website, the estimated cost for Fall semester 2011-2012 is roughly around $7,018 for in-state students while it raises as much as $19,852 for out-ofstate students. Once housing, a meal plan, books and supplies along with other essentials such as transportation, personal expenses and the recently added cost of mandatory health insurance, the estimated total costs for the entire school year is around $19,388 for in-state students, and $32,622 for outof-state students. Estimated expenses vary for students living with parents or relatives. But Do Not Panic -- There are many resources available to help you pay for college. First of all, begin by filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). With the information provided, a formula is established by Congress calculates your Expected Family Contribution. This figure suggests what your family should be able to pay regarding your educational expenses. Along with any other extenuating circumstances that may affect your eligibility for aid, your estimated financial needs will be determined for the given year. NC State provides different type of aid including Grants, Loans, and Work-study programs. Make sure you familiarize yourself with these options and make your decision wisely before signing any agreements, particularly when borrowing loans.
The Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid also offer information on alternative resources that are available for students. One of the highly regarded and distinctive scholarships is Caldwell Fellows program which according to the office of scholarships and financial aid website is an intensive scholarship and leadership development program. College Based Scholarship provides another opportunity for students enrolled in certain academic programs. There are also Employer Specific Scholarships given to dependent children of employee. Parents should check if their employers offer such scholarships. One program that freshmen should take advantage of is the Pack Promise which covers 100% of financial need for students using a combination of the financial aid resources stated above. NC State also encourages students to apply for outside loans including private minority scholarship For more detailed information, check the website of Scholarship and Financial Aid or contact their office at Harris Hall. Each student is assigned a financial aid counselor who can help you plan your finances and guide you through available options. Final advice, do take advantage of the resources available to you and plan your finances wisely because any decision made now will affect your future and the effort and time spend repaying college debt. Explore all the available options, whether through NC State or other outside loan and scholarship programs, and then ask your financial aid counselor to help you through the process.
in recent years has become torturous and at times damaging to my finances. So instead of going to the mall every time you get the urge to shop, I shop online. There is no distracting music and no pushy salespeople. Shoping pages upon pages of merchandise makes me really assess whether I want to enter my credit card and mailing information and wait days for it to actually get to me. I’ve found that this method of shopping helps me see what I really need versus what I want or could save for and purchase later. In a crowded mall, wants and needs become more and less the same. With all the news about the recession and money saving commercials, the media has illustrated this time as one of deprivation. And for some it truly is, but if your basic needs, such as food, clothing, and shelter are taken care of, that ten dollar burger at your favorite restaurant takes the back seat to buying gas to get you to work every day. It is all about perspective and priority. So, I challenge you to live effectively on less.
University Dining Introduces New Options JASMINE HARRIS | COPY EDITOR Another school year has arrived, and University Dining has made several changes in options for students who eat on campus. One of the biggest changes yet, is that renovations to Talley Student Center have officially begun, and the Atrium Food Court renovations are now finished. Dining options inside Talley Student Center will continue to be accessible to students. The Atrium Food Court has seating available to students to enjoy their meals inside, now that the construction is complete. This past year, when the construction began, students had to eat in what was called the Brickyard Bubble, an outdoor seating “tent” that sat in the middle of the brickyard while the Atrium seating area was redone. Many students on campus are delighted to hear that menu items offered by the Atrium, including Chicfila and Zen Blossom, will be available later during the day. Dining options will be open as late as 10:00pm during the week. Fountain Dining Hall, the largest on campus, has added a gluten-free station featuring soy milk, gluten-free breads and cereals. Along with this, there are other health options on campus for students to enjoy including the Wolf Pack To-Go option in the Atrium, which offers fresh fruits, cold-cut sandwiches and juices for those eating healthy on the go. The C-Stores have made several changes that students will definitely enjoy. The Emporium C-Store in Talley Student Center now has made-to-order breakfast from 7:00am-10:30am for students on the go to their early morning classes. The Bragaw C-Store will be opened 24 hours so on-campus students who eat late or earlier will have somewhere to get snacks and foods when the Atrium, Talley and the dining halls are not open. “With extended C-Store, those late night cravings will be met. As for the healthier food, GREAT! College students need to have healthier options, healthier options lead to better meals and being able to avoid the college weight gain,” says Shannon Donovan, a junior majoring in Public Relations. “Atrium seating has always been an issue, whenever it gets crowded, it's almost impossible to sit with your friends and enjoy lunch. With there being more seating, the Atrium will be able to welcome more guests. Changes, for the better are always welcome at NC State.” As the campus awaits a brand new Talley Student Center, and other large changes, the university is continuing to find many ways to accommodate the dining needs of students and those who eat on campus.
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How to avoid gaining weight during the first years of college [Editor’s Note: Previously printed in summer 2007 edition.] ary and salty snacks during late night study sessions. College is also a time of change, and the stress of acclimating to school can trigger overeating. People sometimes eat in response to anxiety, homesickness, sadness, or stress, and all of these can be part of adapting to being away at school. What can you do to beat the weight gain? Try your best to prevent the weight gain. Make sure you exercise regularly (three times a week for about 30 minutes.) Exercise goes hand in hand with a balanced diet meaning keeping late-night snacking to a minimum. Eating your food slowly allows time for your food to settle in your stomach letting your brain know you are full. Instead of drinking sodas and drinks filled with high concentration of sugar, opt for water. Managing your weight is all about being responsible and paying attention to your lifestyle. If you gain weight, do not freak out because you can lose weight. You just have to be careful in what you eat, make sure you exercise and distress your life as much as possible. To find out more information, talk to your health care provider or student health services once you are on campus. They will help you make responsible decisions as it relates to your health.
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uring your first semester you will be exposed to many new things. Some of these new things in clude but are not limited to new living situations, new people, a new learning environment, and new habits. These changes can have a profound effect on your lifestyle. There may also be a time when you start putting on your old clothes and they start to feel a little snug or they do not fit. This more than likely due to weight gain known to many as the freshman 15. Freshman 15 is the 15 pounds, more or less, of extra weight students may gain during their freshman year of college. That weight gain may not all happen during your freshman year, but this is the time this weight gain takes place. You may ask what can cause me to gain the freshmen 15? This can be due in part to your new environment. You are responsible for feeding yourself, a job that usually belonged to your parents. You are now able to eat whatever you want whenever you want. You can have unlimited amounts of food to eat at the dining hall. Some of your breakfast, lunch, and dinner may consist of meals of burgers, fries, pizza, and ice cream. Also many of you will eat unhealthy sug-
Jeffrey Pino, a freshman in computer science, uses an abdominal machine in the Rec Center of Carmichael Complex Saturday, August 23. “I go day by day: arms, legs, and then arms again,” Pino said. Photo by Dreier Carr
Health Promotion, University Dining, the Counseling Center and Campus Recreation are partnering together to offer an exciting weight loss support group to students wanting to lose 20 pounds or more. The Choose T.W.O. program will offer a healthy, structured approach to weight-loss that encourages successful behavior change and believes in helping students achieve their weight loss goal. NCSU.EDU/HEALTH_PROMOTION/NUTRITION/CHOOSETWO.HTML
Looking for a Place to Study? ALEXIS TEASDELL | STAFF WRITER Studying is essential to succeed on a college campus. But where is a good place to study? Where can I find computers, a quiet area, and books for leisure reading as well as scholastic? There is a fantastic library right in central campus. On the second floor of Witherspoon there is a library that has computers, free printing, video libraries, as well as autographed books. The student staff is always helpful and the quiet environment is perfect for studying. Between the quiet environment and the location, Witherspoon’s library is ideal. From the moment students’ walk in, a librarian and even candy, greet them on each table. The empowerment and inspiration from the African-American Leaders posted around the room is amazing. Posters of Langston Hughes and Madame CJ Walker along with others can give students the true feeling of a history maker. The hours of operation are from one to nine o’clock, Monday through Thursday and one to five o’clock on Fridays. There are so many dorms located right
around Witherspoon, that this is the perfect library. Being less than a five-minute walk away from the Tri-towers, Sullivan and Lee, as well as Tucker and Owen, this is the place to study. Students from as far as North Carolina Central University, Shaw University, as well as Peace College, come to Witherspoon’s library. Along with studying, Witherspoon’s library is the perfect place to check out books that are truly interesting. Books range from non-fiction novels such as, By Any Means Necessary, a compilation of Malcolm X speeches, to fiction novels such as Up at the College by Michele Andrea Bowen. Even reference magazines and magazines such as “Essence” and “Sports Illustrated” are available. What’s even better is the easy process of checking out books. The process is just as simple as a high school media center. Once a student is in the system, it takes less than a minute and you can check out up to four books at a time. This makes the process of checking out one of the over 5,000 books, that much easier. This library also has many books that D.H. Hill doesn’t even hosts a book club. Witherspoon’s library is an outstanding resource that should definitely be taken advantage of.
inspirational quote of the week BODY AND SOUL, BLACK AMERICA REVEALS THE EXTREME QUESTIONS OF CONTEMPORARY LIFE, QUESTIONS OF FREEDOM AND IDENTITY: HOW CAN I BE WHO I AM? JUNE JORDAN
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Order Your Textbooks Online NC State’s online textbook ordering program is the easiest way for students to order their textbooks in advance. Simply follow these simple directions to access your online booklist and the bookstore staff will prepare your order and have it ready for you to pick up prior to the start of Fall Semester.
Via My Class Schedule in MyPack Portal http://mypack.ncsu.edu Pop-up blockers
1) Log in to MyPack Portal must be disabled 2) Click on the For Students tab 3) In the Academics pane, under Enrollment, click on My Class Schedule 4) Select the term 2011 Fall Term 5) Once your schedule shows up, click on View My Books at the bottom right 6) Proceed through the order pages and Submit
We Moved! NC State Bookstore's main headquarters has relocated to a temporary location in Harrelson Hall; the circular building located on main campus overlooking the Brickyard and D.H. Hill Library. The temporary location enables the bookstore to continue to serve the university during the Talley Student Center Renovation & Addition. HILLSBOROUGH STREET
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Store Hours Fall 2011 Rush: Friday, Aug 12 8am to 6pm Saturday, Aug 13 10am to 6pm Sunday, Aug 14 10am to 6pm Monday, Aug 15 8am to 8pm Tuesday, Aug 16 8am to 8pm Wednesday, Aug 17 8am to 8pm Thursday, Aug 18 8am to 8pm Friday, Aug 19 8am to 6pm