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NCSU received the Gold Rating for Sustainability by the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education. Talley Student Union was constructed with sustainability goals in mind, including compost bins for the bamboo plates used in some of the dining options.

[Photo] BREAKING: False alarm in Talley leads to evacuation

November 29, 2016
Margaret Spellings, former secretary of education and current president of the UNC System, speaks with Hannah Fennell, a junior studying applied mathematics, during her visit to North Carolina State University on April 20, 2016. Fennell was one of the students protesting Spellings appointment as president.

[Photo] Spellings, BOG won't enforce transgender law

June 2, 2016
Rachel Smith

[Photo] LETTER FROM THE EDITOR: Coping with the decline of print media

May 26, 2016
A College of Engineering graduate looks into crowd as she enters PNC Arena on May 7, 2016 during the 2016 spring commencement. During the 2016 spring commencement 5,596 undergraduate degrees were awarded. The commencement also featured an address from Adm. Michelle Howard, the Navy's first female four-star admiral, a musical interlude by the Ladies in Red and a student address by Tatiana DeBerry, a graduating senior in criminology.

Three undergraduate students pose for a post-graduation selfie on May 7, 2016 in PNC Arena during the 2016 spring commencement. During the 2016 spring commencement 5,596 undergraduate degrees were awarded. The commencement also featured an address from Adm. Michelle Howard, the Navy's first female four-star admiral, a musical interlude by the Ladies in Red and a student address by Tatiana DeBerry, a graduating senior in criminology.

Two graduates wave at friends and family on May 7, 2016 in PNC Arena during the 2016 spring commencement. During the 2016 spring commencement 5,596 undergraduate degrees were awarded. The commencement also featured an address from Adm. Michelle Howard, the Navy's first female four-star admiral, a musical interlude by the Ladies in Red and a student address by Tatiana DeBerry, a graduating senior in criminology.

Chancellor Randy Woodson sticks his tongue out as he delivers the commencement of veterinary students on May 7, 2016 in PNC Arena during the 2016 spring commencement. During the 2016 spring commencement 5,596 undergraduate degrees were awarded. The commencement also featured an address from Adm. Michelle Howard, the Navy's first female four-star admiral, a musical interlude by the Ladies in Red and a student address by Tatiana DeBerry, a graduating senior in criminology.

Undergraduates lock arms as they sing the alma mater in PNC Arena on May 7, 2016 during the 2016 spring commencement. During the 2016 spring commencement 5,596 undergraduate degrees were awarded. The commencement also featured an address from Adm. Michelle Howard, the first female four-star admiral, a musical interlude by the Ladies in Red and a student address by Tatiana DeBerry, a graduating senior in criminology.

Undergraduates cheer and throw the wolfie as they sing the alma mater in PNC Arena on May 7, 2016 during the 2016 spring commencement. During the 2016 spring commencement 5,596 undergraduate degrees were awarded. The commencement also featured an address from Adm. Michelle Howard, the Navy's first female four-star admiral, a musical interlude by the Ladies in Red and a student address by Tatiana DeBerry, a graduating senior in criminology.

Students rejoice as the final moments of commencement take place during May 7, 2016 in PNC Arena during the 2016 spring commencement. During the 2016 spring commencement 5,596 undergraduate degrees were awarded. The commencement also featured an address from Adm. Michelle Howard, the Navy's first female four-star admiral, a musical interlude by the Ladies in Red and a student address by Tatiana DeBerry, a graduating senior in criminology.

Chancellor Woodson throws the wolfie On May 7, 2016 in PNC Arena as he enters 2016 spring commencement. During the 2016 spring commencement 5,596 undergraduate degrees were awarded. The commencement also featured an address from Adm. Michelle Howard, the Navy's first female four-star admiral, a musical interlude by the Ladies in Red and a student address by Tatiana DeBerry, a graduating senior in criminology.

Tatiana DeBerry, a graduating senior in criminology, gives the student address on May 7, 2016 in PNC Arena during the 2016 spring commencement. During the 2016 spring commencement 5,596 undergraduate degrees were awarded. The commencement also featured an address from Adm. Michelle Howard, the Navy's first female four-star admiral, and a musical interlude by the Ladies in Red. DeBerry spoke about the principles behind the words inexorable, acclimate and acumen.

Students fill the rows of seats in PNC Arena on May 7, 2016 during the 2016 spring commencement. During the 2016 spring commencement 5,596 undergraduate degrees were awarded. The commencement also featured an address from Adm. Michelle Howard, the Navy's first female four-star admiral, a musical interlude by the Ladies in Red and a student address by Tatiana DeBerry, a graduating senior in criminology.

A Delta Sigma Theta decorated cap sits on a graduate’s head on May 7, 2016 in PNC Arena during the 2016 Commencement Ceremony.

[Photo] #PackSpotted: Grad Cap Views

May 7, 2016
A "NPR Champagne" decorated cap sits on a graduate’s head on May 7, 2016 in PNC Arena during the 2016 Commencement Ceremony.

A "Pony Vet"decorated cap sits on a graduate’s head on May 7, 2016 in PNC Arena during the 2016 Commencement Ceremony.

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A "Thanks mom & dad for giving me the world" decorated cap sits on a graduate’s head on May 7, 2016 in PNC Arena during the 2016 Commencement Ceremony.

An "Adventure awaits" decorated cap sits on a graduate’s head on May 7, 2016 in PNC Arena during the 2016 Commencement Ceremony.

A "Dad we made it" decorated cap sits on a graduate’s head on May 7, 2016 in PNC Arena during the 2016 Commencement Ceremony.

A "Views" inspired decorated cap sits on a graduate’s head on May 7, 2016 in PNC Arena during the 2016 Commencement Ceremony.

A groovy decorated cap sits on a graduate’s head on May 7, 2016 in PNC Arena during the 2016 Commencement Ceremony.

A "Nigel Thornberry" decorated cap sits on a graduate’s head on May 7, 2016 in PNC Arena during the 2016 Commencement Ceremony.

A New York Mets decorated cap sits on a graduate’s head on May 7, 2016 in PNC Arena during the 2016 Commencement Ceremony.

A "NC State rules Georgia" decorated cap sits on a graduate’s head on May 7, 2016 in PNC Arena during the 2016 Commencement Ceremony.

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A "She believed she could so she did" decorated cap sits on a graduate’s head on May 7, 2016 in PNC Arena during the 2016 Commencement Ceremony.

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PNC Arena was filled with 8,565 students on May 9, 2015 for spring commencement.

[Photo] Seniors bid farewell, offer advice and memories

April 25, 2016
Maragaret Spellings, former secretary of education and current president of the University of North Carolina School System, Paul Nolan, a senior studying material science and engineering and Student Body President, Mike G, and Chancellor Randy Woodson, discuss the features of Talley Student Union during there tour of North Carolina State University on April 20. 2014.

[Photo] Margaret Spellings, UNC System president, visits NC State

April 21, 2016
Maragaret Spellings, former secretary of education and current president of the UNC System, speaks with Hannah Fennell, a junior studying applied mathmatics, during her visit to North Carolina State University on April 20, 2016. Fennell was one of the students protesting Spellings appointment as president.

Paul Nolan, a senior studying material science and engineering and Student Body President, greets Maragaret Spellings, former secretary of education and current President of the University of North Carolina School System during her tour of North Carolina State University on April 20, 2016.

Maragaret Spellings, former secretary of education and current president of the UNC System, speaks with Hannah Fennell, speaks with student protesting her appointment as president during her visit to North Carolina State University in Stafford Commons on April 20, 2016.

Maragaret Spellings, former secretary of education and current president of the UNC System, greets Justine Hollingshead, Chief of Staff, in Stafford Commons as she approaches a crowd of student protestors on April 20, 2016.

Sofia Abdo, an undeclared freshman, rubs Maverick, a police horse, in Stafford Commons after meeting up with children from the YMCA of The Triangle - Alexander Family YMC as part of the Campus Pals program on April 20, 2016. Campus Pals is a program that connects NC State students with children of Wiley Elementary School and they meet every Wednesday after school. This is Abdo's first year participating in the program and will be serving as the Student Assistant Director of Logistics in the semester of Fall 2016.

Anna Dengler, a freshman studying exploratory studies, leads the solo for “Send My Love” by Adele during the Ladies in Red spring concert April 6, 2016. 

[Photo] Ladies in Red end year with senior farewells

April 6, 2016
Holleigh Rowe, a senior studying marketing, and Tianna Soto, a senior studying psychology and Spanish literature/language, pose as the rest of Ladies in Red sing "Before He Cheats" during the Ladies in Red spring concert April 6. The concert featured music from a variety of genres including pop, R&B, oldies, country, indie and alternative.

David Nacouzi, a senior studying physics and applied mathematics, is the editor-in-chief of INK, NC State's undergraduate research journal, which is returning to print at the end of the 2016 spring semester.

[Photo] Undergrad research journal, INK, to return

April 6, 2016
A sign for Laua Night, fountain's hawaiin themed dinner, sits infront of the lobby as students enter the hallway to one of the dinning areas. The menu at the dinner consisted of hawaiiain based cusine such as Baked Mahi, Spam Fried Rice and Hawaiin Stir Fry.

[Photo] Clark, Fountain Dining Halls say ‘aloha’ to luau night

April 6, 2016
New Wolfpack football offensive coordinator Eliah Drinkwitz was hired away from Boise State after two seasons with the Broncos. Drinkwitz replaces Matt Canada who's contract was not renewed following the 2015–16 season.

Drinkwitz brings new changes to Pack offense

Kai F. McNeil
March 30, 2016
Students fill out information at one of the booths at the On-Campus Job Fair. The event, which was hosted on Tuesday, advertised jobs specifically located on campus for new students. Representatives from several on-campus employers had booths in the Coastal Ballroom in Talley Student Union to hire new workers.

Darryl Johnson, a junior studying mechanical engineering and representative of Student Government, speaks during the Racial Climate Town Hall meeting hosted by Student Government in Stewart Theatre on January 13. Students discussed both the problems and possible solutions toward the racial climate on NC State's campus.

[Photo] Plans underway to improve racial climate

March 30, 2016
Jamie Madigan, a senior studying animal science and a member of Alpha Zeta, mans one of the animal exhibits during Ag Awareness Week, hosted by Alpha Zeta in the Brickyard. Members of Alpha Zeta are required to take shifts manning the exhibit. "I am out here even when I am not signed up," Maddigan said.

Notorious P.I.G., Missy Elliot and Foxy Brown lie asleep in their pen between bales of hay on Tuesday in the Brickyard. The pigs are a part of an exhibit during Ag Awareness Week, hosted by Alpha Zeta fraternity.

Smooth and Hercules, alpacas, eat hay in their pen Tuesday in the Brickyard during Ag Awareness Week, hosted by Alpha Zeta fraternity.

Alex Monaco, a sophomore studying philosophy, Andrea Cooper, a sophomore studying communication, and Hui Sung, a junior studying chemical engineering, take pictures of Smooth the alpaca on Tuesday during Ag Awareness Week, hosted by Alpha Zeta. The students saw the alpacas when walking through the Brickyard.

NCSU received the Gold Rating for Sustainability by the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education. Talley Student Union was constructed with sustainability goals in mind, including compost bins for the bamboo plates used in some of the dining options.

NCSU received the Gold Rating for Sustainability by the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education. Talley Student Union was constructed with sustainability goals in mind, including compost bins for the bamboo plates used in some of the dining options.

Logic performs at the Ritz on March 19th during The Incredible World Tour. Logic performed several songs off of "The Incredible True Story", his latest album and inspiration for the tour, including Never Been and Contact. Logic has sold out 47 shows so far.

Logic performs at the Ritz on March 19th during The Incredible World Tour. Logic performed several songs off of "The Incredible True Story", his latest album and inspiration for the tour, including Never Been and Contact. Logic has sold out 47 shows so far.

Logic performs at the Ritz on March 19th during The Incredible World Tour. Logic performed several songs off of "The Incredible True Story", his latest album and inspiration for the tour, including Never Been and Contact. Logic has sold out 47 shows so far.

Logic performs at the Ritz on March 19th during The Incredible World Tour. Logic performed several songs off of "The Incredible True Story", his latest album and inspiration for the tour, including Never Been and Contact. Logic has sold out 47 shows so far.

Logic performs at the Ritz on March 19th during The Incredible World Tour. Logic performed several songs off of "The Incredible True Story", his latest album and inspiration for the tour, including Never Been and Contact. Logic has sold out 47 shows so far.

Logic performs at the Ritz on March 19th during The Incredible World Tour. Logic performed several songs off of "The Incredible True Story", his latest album and inspiration for the tour, including Never Been and Contact. Logic has sold out 47 shows so far.

Logic performs at the Ritz on March 19th during The Incredible World Tour. Logic performed several songs off of "The Incredible True Story", his latest album and inspiration for the tour, including Never Been and Contact. Logic has sold out 47 shows so far.

Dj Rhetorik performs at the Ritz on March 19th to during The Incredible World Tour. Rhetorik, the finalopening acts for Logic, is also one of the major contributors to Logic's Album "The Incredible True Story"

Dj Rhetorik performs at the Ritz on March 19th to during The Incredible World Tour. Rhetorik, the finalopening acts for Logic, pumped up the crowd mixing a variety of music in perpartion for the Logic, the main act.

Dizzy Wright, nevada based rapper, performs at the Ritz on March 19th to during The Incredible World Tour. Dizzy Wright ,one of the opening acts for Logic, perfomed several songs including Floyd Money Mayweather.

Logic performs his latest hit Fade Away at the Ritz on March 19th during The Incredible World Tour. Logic's tour "The Incredible True Story" futuristic science fiction theme is inspired by his latest album "The Incredible True Story.

[Photo] Sold-out Logic concert draws diverse crowd

March 21, 2016
Fans in the crowd throw up the peace sign during Dj Rhetorik's on March 19th to during The Incredible World Tour.

Dizzy Wright, nevada based rapper, performs at the Ritz on March 19th to during The Incredible World Tour. Dizzy Wright ,one of the opening acts for Logic, perfomed several songs including Floyd Money Mayweather.

Fans fill the pit area of the Ritz on March 19th to watch Logic and Dizzy Wright Perfrom on The Incredible World Tour. The Ritz is a standing room only venue that holds more than 1500 people.

Dizzy Wright's , a nevada based rapper, band's equipment sits on stage as fans await his performance. Dizzy Wright was one of the opening acts for Logic.

Dizzy Wright, nevada based rapper, performs at the Ritz on March 19th to during The Incredible World Tour. Dizzy Wright ,one of the opening acts for Logic, perfomed several songs including Floyd Money Mayweather.

Dizzy Wright, nevada based rapper, performs at the Ritz on March 19th to during The Incredible World Tour. Dizzy Wright ,one of the opening acts for Logic, perfomed several songs including Floyd Money Mayweather.

Fans of Logic and Dizzy Wright line up outside the Ritz on March 19th to watch Logic and Dizzy Wright Perfrom on The Incredible World Tour. This show and 46 others have sold out so far on Logic's tour.

[Photo] Logic Concert

March 20, 2016
Logic gear awaits fans in the back corner of the Ritz on March 19th to during The Incredible World Tour.

Dizzy Wright, nevada based rapper, performs at the Ritz on March 19th to during The Incredible World Tour. Dizzy Wright ,one of the opening acts for Logic, perfomed several songs including Floyd Money Mayweather.

Fans in the crowd throw up the peace sign during Dj Rhetorik's on March 19th to during The Incredible World Tour.

A bulletin board decorated with spreads for the final deadline stand in the Agromeck, N.C. State's Official Yearbook, Office on March 14th, 2016 on the 3rd Floor of Witherspoon. The Agromeck staff produces several pages at a time and submits them to Balfour publishing in miniature deadlines.

Editions of the past years' Agromecks, N.C. State's Official Yearbook, sit on a shelve in Witherspoon 318 on March 14th 2016. The Agromeck is N.C. State's oldest and most award winning publication.

PHOTO ILLUSTRATION The 2013-2014 and 2014-2015 editions of the Agromeck, N.C. State's Official Yearbook, lies on a desk in their office in Witherspoon 318 on March 14, 2016. The 2014-2015 edition received a Gold Crown Award from Columbia Scholastic Press Association on March 13th.

[Photo] Behind the book: the making of Agromeck

March 14, 2016
Hillary Clinton, democratic presidential candidate, speaks during a rally on March 10 at Durham Hillside High School. Cars began to roll into the parking lot of Hillside as early as 1:30 p.m in preperation for the influx of people at Hillside. Clinton, the leading contender for the democratic nomination, spoke later that afternoon on several issues including to climate change, raising minimum wage, combating pharmecitucal companies and used education as the major platform for this rally. “I am not a one-issue candidate because this is not a one-issue country,” said Clinton

[Photo] Clinton discusses NC education at Durham rally

March 14, 2016
Bill Bell, Mayor of Durham, serves as an opening speaker at a rally for Hilary Clinton on March 10th, 2016 at Durham Hillside High school. Bell has served as the mayor of durham since 2001. Clinton's other opening speakers included North Carolina House Democratic Leader Larry Hall, and U.S. Representative G.K. Butterfield, who gave Clinton's introduction. Bell publicly endorsed Clinton and expressed the urgency behind voting in this election.

Cody Long, a junior studying political science, hugs Amanda Cannon, a senior studying business administration, after the announcing of the election results on Tuesday.

Gavin Harrison, chair of election and a senior in biological sciences, talks to candiates after announcing that the election for student body president and student body vice president has resulted in a run off on Tuesday. Long and Stafford will face off in a run-off and the results will be delieverd on thursday.

[Photo] Long, Nolan advance to election run-off

March 2, 2016
Junior Forward, Isiah Hicks, posts up Junior Forward, Beejay Anya, on Janurary 16th in the Dean Dome. The Wolfpack suffered a 67-55 loss marking there 5th consecutive conference lost.

[Photo] Wolfpack renews rivalry with Tar Heels

February 24, 2016
SkyBlew,Chapel Hill Rapper, performs Saturday night at Cat's Cradle for the second night of WKNC's 13th Annual Double Barrel Benefit. The second night of theDouble Barrel Benefit featured only North Carolina native Rappers.

Professor Toon, Durham Native, performs Saturday night at Cat's Cradle for the second night of WKNC's 13th Annual Double Barrel Benefit. The second night of theDouble Barrel Benefit featured only North Carolina native Rappers.

Professor Toon, Durham Native, performs Saturday night at Cat's Cradle for the second night of WKNC's 13th Annual Double Barrel Benefit. The second night of theDouble Barrel Benefit featured only North Carolina native Rappers.

Professor Toon, Durham Native, performs Saturday night at Cat's Cradle for the second night of WKNC's 13th Annual Double Barrel Benefit. The second night of theDouble Barrel Benefit featured only North Carolina native Rappers.

Baby Jesus, Charlotte native, performs Saturday night at Cat's Cradle for the second night of WKNC's 13th Annual Double Barrel Benefit. The second night of theDouble Barrel Benefit featured only North Carolina native Rappers.

Deniro Farra, charlotte native, performs Saturday night at Cat's Cradle for the second night of WKNC's 13th Annual Double Barrel Benefit. The second night of theDouble Barrel Benefit featured only North Carolina native Rappers.

Deniro Farra, charlotte native, performs Saturday night at Cat's Cradle for the second night of WKNC's 13th Annual Double Barrel Benefit. The second night of theDouble Barrel Benefit featured only North Carolina native Rappers.

Tony "Mama" Thorpe, Program Coordinator for the African American Cultural Center, greets members of the Black Male Intiative Group at the Beginning of the 2016 Blacks in Wax Tour on Feburary 20th. The Blacks in Wax program is a live wax musuem featuring students honoring individuals who have made siginificant contribution to Black History.

SkyBlew,Chapel Hill Rapper, performs Saturday night at Cat's Cradle for the second night of WKNC's 13th Annual Double Barrel Benefit. The second night of theDouble Barrel Benefit featured only North Carolina native Rappers.

Professor Toon, Durham Native, performs Saturday night at Cat's Cradle for the second night of WKNC's 13th Annual Double Barrel Benefit. The second night of theDouble Barrel Benefit featured only North Carolina native Rappers.

Miles Leathers, a member of the Black Male Intiative Group, looks at a table honoring a soldier the Visualization room during the 2016 Blacks in Wax Tour on Feburary 20th. The Visualization room honors African Americans who have died as a result of racisim. "African Americans have a rich history and culture" said Leathers. "Throughout history we have been opressed see but we have come up from it. We still have allot to do."

[Photo] Living exhibit tells African-American stories

February 22, 2016
A cash register sits on the counter of Jubala Coffee on Hillsborough Street on Wednesday. Jubala Coffee opened Friday and features locally roasted Counter Culture Coffee for its customers. Jubala Coffee also offers another location on in North Raleigh on Honeycutt Road.

A double handle espresso machine sits on the counter of Jubala Coffee on Hillsborough Street on Wednesday. Jubala Coffee opened on Friday and features locally roasted Counter Culture Coffee for its customers. Jubala Coffee also offers another location on in North Raleigh on Honeycutt Road.

Locally made products sit on the shelves of Jubala Coffee on Hillsborough Street Wednesday. Featured among its products includes Big Spoon Peanut Butter made by Big Spoon Roasters, a Durham native, and Vintage Bee Honey, a Raleigh native, in Jubala Coffee. Jubala Coffee opened on Friday and features locally roasted Counter Culture Coffee for its customers.

An espresso machine sits on the counter of Jubala Coffee on Hillsborough Street on Wednesday. Jubala Coffee opened on Friday and features locally roasted Counter Culture Coffee for its customers. Jubala Coffee also offers another location on in North Raleigh on Honeycutt Road.

[Photo] Jubala Coffee

February 18, 2016
Taps stand on call at Jubala Coffee on Hillsborough Street Wednesday. Jubala Coffee opened Friday and features locally roasted Counter Culture Coffee for its customers. Jubala Coffee will soon be serving Trophy Beer at its Hillsborough Street location.

Elizabeth Carter, a junior studying microbiology, hands Riki Dows, a freshman studying communication media, a service raleigh sticker on Feb 16, 2016 in Talley Student Union. Service raleigh is an organization that partners groups and individuals with other non profit organizations for Raleigh's day of service. "I'm in girl scouts at home and I have been missing service projects since I came to Raleigh."

Rebekah barriclow, citizen of raleigh, eats donuts during the 2016 Krispy Kreme Challenge on Feburary 6th. This year's challenge had 7,000 registered runners and raised more than $190,000.

Rich Bolza, citizen of raleigh, cheers on Jason Reynolds, citizen of raleigh, during the 2016 Krispy Kreme Challenge on Feburary 6th. This year's challenge had 7,000 registered runners and raised more than $190,000. Reynolds participated in this years event on a rowing machine and finished the race in 55 minutes and nine seconds.

Sophomore Shooter, Derya Pekari, aims at a target during a practice in Broughton Hall on Janurary 27, 2016. Pekari shot her personal best of 590 on Janurary 23rd during the South Eastern Air Rifle Conference match.

[Photo] No. 10 NC State rifle aims for bullseye

February 2, 2016
Sebastian Soria Yerena, a junior studying Zoology, talks to Amanda Nobles, a sophomore studying genetics, and Kelsey Downs, a sophomore studying psychology, during a speed dating event hosted by the Beta Delta Chapter of Phi Sigma Pi on January 25th in Mann Hall. Phi Sigma Pi, National Honor Fraternity, used "Speed Dating" as a way for potential members to meet brothers. This "Speed Dating" event is one the five events that will take place this week as Phi Sigma Pi kicks off there spring rush.

Junior Guard, Anthony 'Cat Barber, dribbles the ball while scanning the court for teamates on Janurary 16th in the Dean Dome. The Wolfpack suffered a 67-55 loss marking there 5th consecutive conference lost.

[Photo] Wolfpack seeks 2nd-straight ACC win, faces No. 20 Duke

January 20, 2016
Maxwell Myers, a freshman studying polymer and color chemistry, watches the N.C. State basketball game against Pitt with Ameer Desilba, sophomore studying paper science engineering, on Janurary 19th in Talley Student Union. "I watch about three games a week in Talley" said Desilba.

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