The title and $1,000 scholarship for the 2007 Leader of the Pack awards will be decided by a vote of the student body on Oct. 22 and 23. Students may vote online at vote.ncsu.edu. One male and female finalist will be voted as leaders of the pack. All six finalists will be introduced at half time during the homecoming football game on Oct. 27.

Mike Giancola, director of CSLEPS, stated points for finalists are determined by the student body vote and assigned by panel of judges, composed of a diverse staff.

Giancola said the four major elements of accumulative points for finalists are: the application with three essays, an interview which included a presentation of student service, appropriated points for GPA and the student body vote.

Anna Louise Patton, a finalist, said she has grown-up around the University and has devoted much of her time and passion while being a student that gives back to the Wolfpack family.

“I believe that I am well qualified to be this year’s Leader of the Pack because of my interests and dedication to the campus community are widespread,” Patton said. “I have sought opportunities to serve in many capacities and with many organizations.”

Finalist Bobby Mills, junior in political science, said he and finalist Nicholas Schultz will divide the hometown vote for students from Jacksonville.

“Anytime you campaign it is a benefit…the other candidates are qualified… I know all of the candidates fairly well. You always have to ask for people’s vote whether they know you or not,” Mills said.

Schultz, a senior in civil engineering, said overall he was surprised that he of all students became a finalist for Leader of the Pack.

“Overall I’m really happy about [becoming a finalist.] It is obvious to tell that [CSLEPS] put a lot of effort into making sure the process is professional and carried out well,” Schultz said.

Patton, a junior in psychology, mentioned she believes that Leader of the Pack encourages academic excellence and encourages students to look for leadership opportunities on campus.

“I feel very honored and very excited. I love N.C. State; I eat, sleep and breathe the Wolfpack.” Patton said.

Giancola said because the University sets itself apart in a positive light from other universities in that, the title of Leader of the Pack highlights student service academic achievement during homecoming. Giancola also said that even when you identify yourself as a semifinalist for the Leader of the Pack, it marks a significant level of achievement.