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Gray Raney, a first-year studying mechanical engineering, holds up the wolfie hand sign during the Packapalooza concert on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025. Packapalooza transformed Hillsborough Street into a massive block party, uniting music and Wolfpack pride in one of NC State’s biggest traditions.

Packapalooza 2025

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Aug 26, 2025
Eden Mendez performs with the band Saved By The 90s during Packapalooza at the Belltower Stage on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025. The performance marked the end of the all-day celebration on Hillsborough Street.

A firework display and Belltower lighting ends the Packapalooza celebration after the performance by the band Saved By The 90s at the Belltower Stage on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025. The Packapalooza event spanned down Hillsborough Street, ending at the Belltower.

Guitarist and vocalist Nick Kivlen plays guitar with Sunflower Bean at Kings on Saturday, May 24, 2025. The band released their latest album on April 25, 2025.

Guitarist and vocalist Nick Kivlen performs with Sunflower Bean at Kings on Saturday, May 24, 2025. The performance featured songs from the band's latest album, "Mortal Primetime."

Guitarist and vocalist Nick Kivlen performs with Sunflower Bean at Kings on Saturday, May 24, 2025. Kivlen played alongside band members Julia Cumming and Olive Faber.

Guitarist and vocalist Nick Kivlen performs with Sunflower Bean at Kings on Saturday, May 24, 2025. The band released their latest album on April 25, 2025.

Guitarist and vocalist Nick Kivlen performs with Sunflower Bean at Kings on Saturday, May 24, 2025. Kivlen played alongside band members Julia Cumming and Olive Faber.

Guitarist and vocalist Nick Kivlen looks out into the crowd while performing with Sunflower Bean at Kings on Saturday, May 24, 2025. Kivlen played alongside band members Julia Cumming and Olive Faber.

Sunflower Bean members Nick Kivlen and Julia Cumming perform onstage together at Kings on Saturday, May 24, 2025. The band released their latest album on April 25, 2025.

A guitar rests on stage at the Sunflower Bean concert at Kings on Saturday, May 25, 2024.

TJ Freda, plays guitar with GIFT at Kings on Saturday, May 25, 2024. Freda opened for Sunflower Bean alongside bandmates Jessica Gurewitz, Kallan Campbell, Justin Hrabvosky, and Cooper Naess.

TJ Freda, performs with GIFT at Kings on Saturday, May 25, 2024. GIFT opened for the band, Sunflower Bean, at the venue located in the heart of Raleigh.

TJ Freda, performs with GIFT at Kings on Saturday, May 25, 2024. Freda opened for Sunflower Bean alongside bandmates Jessica Gurewitz, Kallan Campbell, Justin Hrabvosky, and Cooper Naess.

TJ Freda, performs with GIFT at Kings on Saturday, May 25, 2024. GIFT opened for the band, Sunflower Bean, at the venue located in the heart of Raleigh.

TJ Freda, performs with GIFT at Kings on Saturday, May 25, 2024. GIFT opened for the band, Sunflower Bean, at the venue located in the heart of Raleigh.

Bassist and vocalist Julia Cumming sings with Sunflower Bean at Kings on Saturday, May 24, 2025. The performance featured songs from the band's latest album, "Mortal Primetime."

Bassist and vocalist Julia Cumming sings with Sunflower Bean at Kings on Saturday, May 24, 2025. The performance featured songs from the band's latest album, "Mortal Primetime."

Bassist and vocalist Julia Cumming sings with Sunflower Bean at Kings on Saturday, May 24, 2025. The band was established in 2013 in New York.

Bassist and vocalist Julia Cumming sings with Sunflower Bean at Kings on Saturday, May 24, 2025. The band released their latest album on April 25, 2025.

Bassist and vocalist Julia Cumming performs with Sunflower Bean at Kings on Saturday, May 24, 2025. The band released their latest album on April 25, 2025.

Bassist and vocalist Julia Cumming expresses emotion during her performance with Sunflower Bean at Kings on Saturday, May 24, 2025. The band released their latest album on April 25, 2025.

[Photo] Sunflower Bean Concert

May 25, 2025
Guitarist and vocalist Nick Kivlen performs with Sunflower Bean at Kings on Saturday, May 24, 2025. The performance featured songs from the band's latest album, "Mortal Primetime."

Bassist and vocalist Julia Cumming sings with Sunflower Bean at Kings on Saturday, May 24, 2025. The performance featured songs from the band's latest album, "Mortal Primetime."

TJ Freda, plays guitar with GIFT at Kings on Saturday, May 25, 2024. Freda opened for Sunflower Bean alongside bandmates Jessica Gurewitz, Kallan Campbell, Justin Hrabvosky, and Cooper Naess.

A guitar rests on stage at the Sunflower Bean concert at Kings on Saturday, May 25, 2024.

Guitarist and vocalist Nick Kivlen looks out into the crowd while performing with Sunflower Bean at Kings on Saturday, May 24, 2025. Kivlen played alongside band members Julia Cumming and Olive Faber.

Guitarist and vocalist Nick Kivlen performs with Sunflower Bean at Kings on Saturday, May 24, 2025. Kivlen played alongside band members Julia Cumming and Olive Faber.

TJ Freda, performs with GIFT at Kings on Saturday, May 25, 2024. GIFT opened for the band, Sunflower Bean, at the venue located in the heart of Raleigh.

Sunflower Bean members Nick Kivlen and Julia Cumming perform onstage together at Kings on Saturday, May 24, 2025. The band released their latest album on April 25, 2025.

Bassist and vocalist Julia Cumming sings with Sunflower Bean at Kings on Saturday, May 24, 2025. The band was established in 2013 in New York.

Guitarist and vocalist Nick Kivlen performs with Sunflower Bean at Kings on Saturday, May 24, 2025. The band released their latest album on April 25, 2025.

TJ Freda, performs with GIFT at Kings on Saturday, May 25, 2024. GIFT opened for the band, Sunflower Bean, at the venue located in the heart of Raleigh.

Bassist and vocalist Julia Cumming sings with Sunflower Bean at Kings on Saturday, May 24, 2025. The band released their latest album on April 25, 2025.

TJ Freda, performs with GIFT at Kings on Saturday, May 25, 2024. GIFT opened for the band, Sunflower Bean, at the venue located in the heart of Raleigh.

Sophomore pitcher Heath Andrews throws a pitch during the game against Virginia at Doak Field at Dail Park on Saturday, April 5, 2025. The Wolfpack beat the Cavaliers 9-2.

[Photo] NC State baseball stumbles against Stanford, drops final series of the regular season

May 18, 2025
Sophomore infielder Chris McHugh swings while up at bat during the game against Virginia at Doak Field at Dail Park on Saturday, April 5, 2025. The Wolfpack beat the Cavaliers 9-2.

[Photo] NC State baseball turns Cal opener into Home Run Derby in 9-0 shutout victory

Apr 18, 2025
Sophomore catcher Alex Sosa high fives sophomore infielder Chris McHugh after scoring two runs during the game against Virginia at Doak Field at Dail Park on Saturday, April 5, 2025. The Wolfpack beat the Cavaliers 9-2.

Sophomore infielder Luke Nixon makes a run towards second base during the game against Virginia at Doak Field at Dail Park on Saturday, April 5, 2025. The Wolfpack beat the Cavaliers 9-2.

Sophomore infielder Luke Nixon dives back onto first base during the game against Virginia at Doak Field at Dail Park on Saturday, April 5, 2025. The Wolfpack beat the Cavaliers 9-2.

Sophomore infielder Luke Nixon catches the ball during the game against Virginia at Doak Field at Dail Park on Saturday, April 5, 2025. The Wolfpack beat the Cavaliers 9-2.

Sophomore infielder Chris McHugh swings while up at bat during the game against Virginia at Doak Field at Dail Park on Saturday, April 5, 2025. The Wolfpack beat the Cavaliers 9-2.

Sophomore infielder Chris McHugh rounds first base during the game against Virginia at Doak Field at Dail Park on Saturday, April 5, 2025. The Wolfpack beat the Cavaliers 9-2.

Junior outfielder Josh Hogue runs down to first base during the game against Virginia at Doak Field at Dail Park on Saturday, April 5, 2025. The Wolfpack beat the Cavaliers 9-2.

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Sophomore pitcher Heath Andrews throws a pitch during the game against Virginia at Doak Field at Dail Park on Saturday, April 5, 2025. The Wolfpack beat the Cavaliers 9-2.

Sophomore pitcher Heath Andrews throws a pitch during the game against Virginia at Doak Field at Dail Park on Saturday, April 5, 2025. The Wolfpack beat the Cavaliers 9-2.

Sophomore infielder Luke Nixon catches the ball during the game against Virginia at Doak Field at Dail Park on Saturday, April 5, 2025. The Wolfpack beat the Cavaliers 9-2.

Junior outfielder Josh Hogue runs down to first base during the game against Virginia at Doak Field at Dail Park on Saturday, April 5, 2025. The Wolfpack beat the Cavaliers 9-2.

Sophomore catcher Alex Sosa high fives sophomore infielder Chris McHugh after scoring two runs during the game against Virginia at Doak Field at Dail Park on Saturday, April 5, 2025. The Wolfpack beat the Cavaliers 9-2.

[Photo] NC State baseball upsets No. 14 Louisville in grueling 13-11 shootout

Apr 12, 2025
The team stands together after winning the Play4Kay game against Duke at Reynolds Coliseum on Monday, Feb. 3, 2025. The Wolfpack beat the Blue Devils 89-83.

[Photo] NC State women’s basketball midseason awards

Feb 11, 2025
Graduate guard Madison Hayes and sophomore guard Zoe Brooks reach for the ball during the Play4Kay game against Duke at Reynolds Coliseum on Monday, Feb. 3, 2025. The Wolfpack beat the Blue Devils 89-83.

[Photo] How No. 14 NC State women’s basketball looks a month away from March

Feb 4, 2025
Freshman forward Tilda Trygger defends the ball from her opponent during the Play4Kay game against Duke at Reynolds Coliseum on Monday, Feb. 3, 2025. Trygger scored 5 points for NC State. The Wolfpack beat the Blue Devils 89-83.

Senior guard Saniya Rivers does a celebratory jump during the Play4Kay game against Duke at Reynolds Coliseum on Monday, Feb. 3, 2025. Rivers scored 13 points for NC State. The Wolfpack beat the Blue Devils 89-83.

[Photo] NC State athletics week in review

Feb 11, 2025
Sophomore guard Zoe Brooks and sophomore center Mallory Collier do a celebratory dance after winning the Play4Kay game against Duke at Reynolds Coliseum on Monday, Feb. 3, 2025. The Wolfpack beat the Blue Devils 89-83.

Senior guard Saniya Rivers jumps to try to score during the Play4Kay game against Duke at Reynolds Coliseum on Monday, Feb. 3, 2025. Rivers scored 13 points for NC State. The Wolfpack beat the Blue Devils 89-83.

Senior guard Aziaha James blocks her opponent during the Play4Kay game against Duke at Reynolds Coliseum on Monday, Feb. 3, 2025. James scored a career-high of 36 points for NC State. The Wolfpack beat the Blue Devils 89-83.

Senior guard Saniya Rivers does a celebratory jump during the Play4Kay game against Duke at Reynolds Coliseum on Monday, Feb. 3, 2025. Rivers scored 13 points for NC State. The Wolfpack beat the Blue Devils 89-83.

Senior guard Aziaha James blocks her opponent during the Play4Kay game against Duke at Reynolds Coliseum on Monday, Feb. 3, 2025. James scored a career-high of 36 points for NC State. The Wolfpack beat the Blue Devils 89-83.

Sophomore guard Zoe Brooks and sophomore center Mallory Collier do a celebratory dance after winning the Play4Kay game against Duke at Reynolds Coliseum on Monday, Feb. 3, 2025. The Wolfpack beat the Blue Devils 89-83.

Senior guard Saniya Rivers jumps to try to score during the Play4Kay game against Duke at Reynolds Coliseum on Monday, Feb. 3, 2025. Rivers scored 13 points for NC State. The Wolfpack beat the Blue Devils 89-83.

Freshman forward Tilda Trygger defends the ball from her opponent during the Play4Kay game against Duke at Reynolds Coliseum on Monday, Feb. 3, 2025. Trygger scored 5 points for NC State. The Wolfpack beat the Blue Devils 89-83.

The team stands together after winning the Play4Kay game against Duke at Reynolds Coliseum on Monday, Feb. 3, 2025. The Wolfpack beat the Blue Devils 89-83.

NC State battles against Wake Forest during the volleyball match in Reynolds Coliseum on Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024. NC State won all three sets against Wake Forest.

Junior libero Sydney Daniels high-fives her teammates during the match against Wake Forest in Reynolds Coliseum on Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024. NC State won all three sets against Wake Forest.

Junior outside hitter Ava Brizard spikes the ball during the match against Wake Forest in Reynolds Coliseum on Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024. Brizard supported the Wolfpack with nine kills. NC State won all three sets against Wake Forest.

Redshirt freshman setter Kate Peterson sets the ball during the match against Wake Forest in Reynolds Coliseum on Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024. Peterson supported the Wolfpack with 10 assists. NC State won all three sets against Wake Forest.

Senior middle blocker Jada Allen spikes the ball during the match against Wake Forest in Reynolds Coliseum on Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024. NC State won all three sets against Wake Forest.

The sun sets over Doak Field at Dail Park on Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2024. Doak Field at Dail Park is the home stadium for the NC State baseball team.

Junior pitcher Andrew Shaffner throws a pitch to home plate during the game against Elon at Doak Field at Dail Park on Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2024. NC State beat Elon 20-4 to win the fall game at their home stadium.

Sophomore catcher Alex Sosa runs towards third base during the game against Elon at Doak Field at Dail Park on Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2024. NC State beat Elon 20-4 to win the fall game at their home stadium.

Sophomore infielder Luke Nixon dives to catch the ball during the game against Elon at Doak Field at Dail Park on Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2024. NC State beat Elon 20-4 to win the fall game at their home stadium.

Senior infielder Justin DeCrisco gets ready to throw the ball during the game against Elon at Doak Field at Dail Park on Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2024. NC State beat Elon 20-4 to win the fall game at their home stadium.

Sophomore infielder Chris McHugh warms up before batting during the game against Elon at Doak Field at Dail Park on Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2024. NC State beat Elon 20-4 to win the fall game at their home stadium.

Redshirt sophomore catcher and outfielder Drew Lanphere runs back towards first base during the game against Elon at Doak Field at Dail Park on Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2024. NC State beat Elon 20-4 to win the fall game at their home stadium.

Sophomore infielder Matt Ossenfort catches the ball and runs towards first base during the game against Elon at Doak Field at Dail Park on Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2024. NC State beat Elon 20-4 to win the fall game at their home stadium.

[Photo] Baseball vs. Elon

Oct 13, 2024
Tanner Moore, a first-year studying animal science, looks at Ryan Byung-Hoon Lim, a fourth-year studying food science, in the dress rehearsal of "Teletype" in Kennedy-McIlwee Studio Theater on Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2024. "Teletype" was a student-written production held by University Theatre.

[Photo] Teletype

Oct 3, 2024
Kat O'Neil Cupp, a fourth-year in theatre studies and studying communication, converses with John Henry Hackett, a third-year in film studies and studying communication, during the dress rehearsal of "Teletype" in Kennedy-McIlwee Studio Theater on Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2024. Cupp played the role of Jim Blizzard and Hackett performed as character Sam Hatter.

Mackenzie Cayco, a fourth-year studying biology, performs onstage with Kat O'Neil Cupp, a fourth-year in theatre studies and studying communication, during the dress rehearsal of "Teletype" in Kennedy-McIlwee Studio Theater on Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2024. "Teletype" was written by Wyat Hamilton, a fourth-year majoring in civil engineering.

Tanner Moore, a first-year studying animal science, acts in the dress rehearsal of "Teletype" in Kennedy-McIlwee Studio Theater on Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2024. "Teletype" was written by Wyat Hamilton, a fourth-year majoring in civil engineering.

Jacen Yabroff, a sixth-year studying mechanical engineering, comforts Mackenzie Cayco, a fourth-year studying biology, during the dress rehearsal of "Teletype" in Kennedy-McIlwee Studio Theater on Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2024. "Teletype" was written by Wyat Hamilton, a fourth-year majoring in civil engineering.

Luke Moran, a first-year studying biology, expresses emotion during the dress rehearsal of "Teletype" in Kennedy-McIlwee Studio Theater on Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2024. Moran performed as the character Lindsey Neely.

Tanner Moore, a first-year studying animal science, delivers a monologue to the audience during the dress rehearsal of "Teletype" in Kennedy-McIlwee Studio Theater on Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2024. "Teletype" was written by Wyat Hamilton, a fourth-year majoring in civil engineering.

Luke Moran, a first-year studying biology, sits at a table onstage during the dress rehearsal of "Teletype" in Kennedy-McIlwee Studio Theater on Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2024. Moran performed as the character Lindsey Neely.

Junior defensive tackle Davin Vann reaches for his opponent during the game against Notre Dame at Carter-Finley Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023. The Wolfpack fell to the Fighting Irish 45-24.

[Photo] NC State football’s defense is built for success

Aug 27, 2024
Alexander Jones, a first-year studying computer science, throws the frisbee down the field at Frisbee Fiesta on Friday, Aug. 23, 2024 at Miller Fields. The Frisbee Fiesta event was held by Wellness and Recreation to allow students to play in games with the Ultimate Frisbee Club teams.

A model struts down the runway in a design from Jeana Grace Bowker's collection, "SALVAGED," at the 26th Annual Fashion Expose in Tally Student Union on April 8, 2024. The event was a part of Pan-Afrikan Week and was hosted by the African American Textile Society.

A model smiles at the audience wearing a design from Lainey Volz' collection, "Once Upon a Dream," at the 26th Annual Fashion Expose in Tally Student Union on April 8, 2024. Volz won first place in the intermediate and beyond category.

Jayla Renaud, a fourth-year studying fashion and textile design, wears her own design down the runway at the 26th Annual Fashion Expose in Tally Student Union on April 8, 2024. Renaud won second place in the intermediate and beyond category.

A model poses for the judges wearing a design from Lucy DeWolf's collection, "John," at the 26th Annual Fashion Expose in Tally Student Union on April 8, 2024. DeWolf won second place in the novice category.

A model poses while turning on the runway in a design from Jeana Grace Bowker's collection, "SALVAGED," at the 26th Annual Fashion Expose in Tally Student Union on April 8, 2024. The event was a part of Pan-Afrikan Week and was hosted by the African American Textile Society.

Zion Pittman, a third-year studying fashion and textile management, waves to the audience after displaying her collection, "XOXO," at the 26th Annual Fashion Expose in Tally Student Union on April 8, 2024. Pittman's designs were a part of her very first collection, which she presented in the novice category.

A model hits her pose at the end of the runway wearing a design from Lucy DeWolf's collection, "John," at the 26th Annual Fashion Expose in Tally Student Union on April 8, 2024. DeWolf won second place in the novice category.

Anaya Harnett, a fourth-year studying fashion and textile management, is announced as the third place winner in the intermediate and beyond category at the 26th Annual Fashion Expose in Tally Student Union on April 8, 2024. The Expose is a part of Pan-Afrikan Week and was hosted by the African American Textile Society.

Julia Handley, a third-year studying fashion and textile design, celebrates her first place win with Lucy DeWolf, a second-year studying fashion and textile design, and Aleena Thomas, a third-year studying fashion and textile design at the 26th Annual Fashion Expose in Tally Student Union on April 8, 2024. DeWolf and Thomas placed second and third in the novice category, respectively.

A model dances and waves a flag down the runway wearing designs from Sahara Gar's collection, "Avant-Garde," at the 26th Annual Fashion Expose in Tally Student Union on April 8, 2024. The Expose is a part of Pan-Afrikan Week and was hosted by the African American Textile Society.

A model carries a basket of flowers down the runway in a design from Jeana Grace Bowker's collection, "SALVAGED," at the 26th Annual Fashion Expose in Tally Student Union on April 8, 2024. The Expose is a part of Pan-Afrikan Week and was hosted by the African American Textile Society.

Anaya Harnett, a fourth-year studying fashion and textile management, is announced as the third place winner in the intermediate and beyond category at the 26th Annual Fashion Expose in Tally Student Union on April 8, 2024. The Expose is a part of Pan-Afrikan Week and was hosted by the African American Textile Society.

A model hits her pose at the end of the runway wearing a design from Lucy DeWolf's collection, "John," at the 26th Annual Fashion Expose in Tally Student Union on April 8, 2024. DeWolf won second place in the novice category.

Zion Pittman, a third-year studying fashion and textile management, waves to the audience after displaying her collection, "XOXO," at the 26th Annual Fashion Expose in Tally Student Union on April 8, 2024. Pittman's designs were a part of her very first collection, which she presented in the novice category.

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