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Characters from The Wizard of Oz, portrayed by Heather Mooney, Drew Mooney, Cathy Fromen and challenge runner Marc Kai, cross the finish line at the 10th Annual Krispy Kreme Challenge Saturday, Feb. 8, 2014. Runners dress up in costumes for the race. Other costume themes included Pac Man, Mario Kart and super heroes.

The Bell Tower stands in the snow Feb. 12, 2014 during a day off due to snow. The weather in North Carolina has changed frequently during the past few weeks. N.C. State has seen many delays due to snow and ice as well as a few spring days.

[Photo] Friday snow day: classes canceled due to adverse weather

Jan 21, 2016
Head coach, Bryan Bunn watches as his team practices during the Red v White scrimmage Friday, August 22, 2014 in Reynolds Coliseum. Photo by Sam Whitlock.

[Photo] Deacons snap 12-game winning streak

Oct 6, 2014
Senior outside hitter, Dariyan Hopper prepares to hit the ball past freshman teammate, outside hitter, Julia Brown Friday, August 22, 2014. The team scrimmaged and changed teams after each set in Reynolds Coliseum. Photo by Sam Whitlock.

Senior outside hitter, Dariyan Hopper prepares to hit the ball past freshman teammate, outside hitter, Julia Brown Friday, August 22, 2014. The team scrimmaged and changed teams after each set in Reynolds Coliseum. Photo by Sam Whitlock.

[Photo] Q&A with outside hitter Dariyan Hopper

Sep 3, 2014
The NC State bookstore currently located in Harrelson Hall will be moving to Talley Student Union in the spring as part of Phase II. In Talley, the bookstore will go by a new name, Wolfpack Outfitters.

[Photo] NCSU Bookstores to move back to Talley, rebrand

Aug 27, 2014
The NC State bookstore currently located in Harrelson Hall will be moving to Talley Student Union in the spring as part of Phase II. In Talley, the bookstore will go by a new name, Wolfpack Outfitters. Photo by Sam Whitlock.

Junior defender, Reed Norton passes the ball down the field against the Campbell Camels. The Wolfpack defeated the Camels 2-0 at Dail Soccer Field Wednesday.

[Photo] Men’s soccer kicks off fall season with two weekend games

Aug 25, 2014
More than 55,000 people made it out to Hillsborough St. Saturday to celebrate the third annual Packapalooza street festival.  Visitors had the opportunity to visit craft booths, meet Wolfpack athletes, tour the Belltower, taste a variety of street foods, and watch live musical performances.

More than 55,000 people made it out to Hillsborough St. Saturday to celebrate the third annual Packapalooza street festival.  Visitors had the opportunity to visit craft booths, meet Wolfpack athletes, tour the Belltower, taste a variety of street foods, and watch live musical performances.

More than 55,000 people made it out to Hillsborough St. Saturday to celebrate the third annual Packapalooza street festival.  Visitors had the opportunity to visit craft booths, meet Wolfpack athletes, tour the Belltower, taste a variety of street foods, and watch live musical performances.

More than 55,000 people made it out to Hillsborough St. Saturday to celebrate the third annual Packapalooza street festival.  Visitors had the opportunity to visit craft booths, meet Wolfpack athletes, tour the Belltower, taste a variety of street foods, and watch live musical performances.

More than 55,000 people made it out to Hillsborough St. Saturday to celebrate the third annual Packapalooza street festival.  Visitors had the opportunity to visit craft booths, meet Wolfpack athletes, tour the Belltower, taste a variety of street foods, and watch live musical performances.

More than 55,000 people made it out to Hillsborough St. Saturday to celebrate the third annual Packapalooza street festival.  Visitors had the opportunity to visit craft booths, meet Wolfpack athletes, tour the Belltower, taste a variety of street foods, and watch live musical performances.

More than 55,000 people made it out to Hillsborough St. Saturday to celebrate the third annual Packapalooza street festival.  Visitors had the opportunity to visit craft booths, meet Wolfpack athletes, tour the Belltower, taste a variety of street foods, and watch live musical performances.

More than 55,000 people made it out to Hillsborough St. Saturday to celebrate the third annual Packapalooza street festival.  Visitors had the opportunity to visit craft booths, meet Wolfpack athletes, tour the Belltower, taste a variety of street foods, and watch live musical performances.

The most common type of camouflage, BDUs, short for Battle Dress Uniform, was adopted in the United States as the premier camouflage in the early 1980s. The United States military phased this uniform out completely in the mid 2000s. Each branch of the military has its own distinct camouflage patterns.

The most common type of camouflage, BDUs, short for Battle Dress Uniform, was adopted in the United States as the premier camouflage in the early 1980s. The United States military phased this uniform out completely in the mid 2000s. Each branch of the military has its own distinct camouflage patterns.

[Photo] Wolves in sharp clothing: camo combo

Apr 9, 2014
Pizza boxes can be composted in containers like this one located behind Bowen Hall. Students can dump their waste from pizza boxes, including uneaten slices, into the dumpster. Photo by Sam Whitlock.

[Photo] Composting program faces challenges

Apr 4, 2014
Pizza boxes can be composted in containers like this one located behind Bowen Hall. Students can dump their waste from pizza boxes, including uneaten slices, into the dumpster. Photo by Sam Whitlock.

The Bell Tower stands in the snow Feb. 12, 2014 during a day off due to snow. The weather in North Carolina has changed frequently during the past few weeks. N.C. State has seen many delays due to snow and ice as well as a few spring days.

The Bell Tower stands in the snow Feb. 12, 2014 during a day off due to snow. The weather in North Carolina has changed frequently during the past few weeks. N.C. State has seen many delays due to snow and ice as well as a few spring days.

Families and children assembled Saturday at the Raleigh Convention Center at the LEGO KidsFest. The LEGO Fest featured a LEGO Model Museum of characters from fiction. Also featured was a brick pile for children to dive in and put bricks together. Two LEGO Master Builders, Steve Gerling and Chris Steininger, were present to teach tools of the trade that they have learned through their years of building with LEGOs. Gerling and Steininger built most of the models displayed in the Model Museum. As visitors exited the LEGO Fest, they had the opportunity to build a section of the United States and have it placed on a 65 feet long by 45 feet wide. Visitors could view this visitor-made model from a balcony.

Families and children assembled Saturday at the Raleigh Convention Center at the LEGO KidsFest. The LEGO Fest featured a LEGO Model Museum of characters from fiction. Also featured was a brick pile for children to dive in and put bricks together. Two LEGO Master Builders, Steve Gerling and Chris Steininger, were present to teach tools of the trade that they have learned through their years of building with LEGOs. Gerling and Steininger built most of the models displayed in the Model Museum. As visitors exited the LEGO Fest, they had the opportunity to build a section of the United States and have it placed on a 65 feet long by 45 feet wide. Visitors could view this visitor-made model from a balcony.

Families and children assembled Saturday at the Raleigh Convention Center at the LEGO KidsFest. The LEGO Fest featured a LEGO Model Museum of characters from fiction. Also featured was a brick pile for children to dive in and put bricks together. Two LEGO Master Builders, Steve Gerling and Chris Steininger, were present to teach tools of the trade that they have learned through their years of building with LEGOs. Gerling and Steininger built most of the models displayed in the Model Museum. As visitors exited the LEGO Fest, they had the opportunity to build a section of the United States and have it placed on a 65 feet long by 45 feet wide. Visitors could view this visitor-made model from a balcony.

Families and children assembled Saturday at the Raleigh Convention Center at the LEGO KidsFest. The LEGO Fest featured a LEGO Model Museum of characters from fiction. Also featured was a brick pile for children to dive in and put bricks together. Two LEGO Master Builders, Steve Gerling and Chris Steininger, were present to teach tools of the trade that they have learned through their years of building with LEGOs. Gerling and Steininger built most of the models displayed in the Model Museum. As visitors exited the LEGO Fest, they had the opportunity to build a section of the United States and have it placed on a 65 feet long by 45 feet wide. Visitors could view this visitor-made model from a balcony.

Families and children assembled Saturday at the Raleigh Convention Center at the LEGO KidsFest. The LEGO Fest featured a LEGO Model Museum of characters from fiction. Also featured was a brick pile for children to dive in and put bricks together. Two LEGO Master Builders, Steve Gerling and Chris Steininger, were present to teach tools of the trade that they have learned through their years of building with LEGOs. Gerling and Steininger built most of the models displayed in the Model Museum. As visitors exited the LEGO Fest, they had the opportunity to build a section of the United States and have it placed on a 65 feet long by 45 feet wide. Visitors could view this visitor-made model from a balcony.

Families and children assembled Saturday at the Raleigh Convention Center at the LEGO KidsFest. The LEGO Fest featured a LEGO Model Museum of characters from fiction. Also featured was a brick pile for children to dive in and put bricks together. Two LEGO Master Builders, Steve Gerling and Chris Steininger, were present to teach tools of the trade that they have learned through their years of building with LEGOs. Gerling and Steininger built most of the models displayed in the Model Museum. As visitors exited the LEGO Fest, they had the opportunity to build a section of the United States and have it placed on a 65 feet long by 45 feet wide. Visitors could view this visitor-made model from a balcony.

Families and children assembled Saturday at the Raleigh Convention Center at the LEGO KidsFest. The LEGO Fest featured a LEGO Model Museum of characters from fiction. Also featured was a brick pile for children to dive in and put bricks together. Two LEGO Master Builders, Steve Gerling and Chris Steininger, were present to teach tools of the trade that they have learned through their years of building with LEGOs. Gerling and Steininger built most of the models displayed in the Model Museum. As visitors exited the LEGO Fest, they had the opportunity to build a section of the United States and have it placed on a 65 feet long by 45 feet wide. Visitors could view this visitor-made model from a balcony.

Families and children assembled Saturday at the Raleigh Convention Center at the LEGO KidsFest. The LEGO Fest featured a LEGO Model Museum of characters from fiction. Also featured was a brick pile for children to dive in and put bricks together. Two LEGO Master Builders, Steve Gerling and Chris Steininger, were present to teach tools of the trade that they have learned through their years of building with LEGOs. Gerling and Steininger built most of the models displayed in the Model Museum. As visitors exited the LEGO Fest, they had the opportunity to build a section of the United States and have it placed on a 65 feet long by 45 feet wide. Visitors could view this visitor-made model from a balcony.

Families and children assembled Saturday at the Raleigh Convention Center at the LEGO KidsFest. The LEGO Fest featured a LEGO Model Museum of characters from fiction. Also featured was a brick pile for children to dive in and put bricks together. Two LEGO Master Builders, Steve Gerling and Chris Steininger, were present to teach tools of the trade that they have learned through their years of building with LEGOs. Gerling and Steininger built most of the models displayed in the Model Museum. As visitors exited the LEGO Fest, they had the opportunity to build a section of the United States and have it placed on a 65 feet long by 45 feet wide. Visitors could view this visitor-made model from a balcony.

Families and children assembled Saturday at the Raleigh Convention Center at the LEGO KidsFest. The LEGO Fest featured a LEGO Model Museum of characters from fiction. Also featured was a brick pile for children to dive in and put bricks together. Two LEGO Master Builders, Steve Gerling and Chris Steininger, were present to teach tools of the trade that they have learned through their years of building with LEGOs. Gerling and Steininger built most of the models displayed in the Model Museum. As visitors exited the LEGO Fest, they had the opportunity to build a section of the United States and have it placed on a 65 feet long by 45 feet wide. Visitors could view this visitor-made model from a balcony.

Families and children assembled Saturday at the Raleigh Convention Center at the LEGO KidsFest. The LEGO Fest featured a LEGO Model Museum of characters from fiction. Also featured was a brick pile for children to dive in and put bricks together. Two LEGO Master Builders, Steve Gerling and Chris Steininger, were present to teach tools of the trade that they have learned through their years of building with LEGOs. Gerling and Steininger built most of the models displayed in the Model Museum. As visitors exited the LEGO Fest, they had the opportunity to build a section of the United States and have it placed on a 65 feet long by 45 feet wide. Visitors could view this visitor-made model from a balcony.

Families and children assembled Saturday at the Raleigh Convention Center at the LEGO KidsFest. The LEGO Fest featured a LEGO Model Museum of characters from fiction. Also featured was a brick pile for children to dive in and put bricks together. Two LEGO Master Builders, Steve Gerling and Chris Steininger, were present to teach tools of the trade that they have learned through their years of building with LEGOs. Gerling and Steininger built most of the models displayed in the Model Museum. As visitors exited the LEGO Fest, they had the opportunity to build a section of the United States and have it placed on a 65 feet long by 45 feet wide. Visitors could view this visitor-made model from a balcony.

Families and children assembled Saturday at the Raleigh Convention Center at the LEGO KidsFest. The LEGO Fest featured a LEGO Model Museum of characters from fiction. Also featured was a brick pile for children to dive in and put bricks together. Two LEGO Master Builders, Steve Gerling and Chris Steininger, were present to teach tools of the trade that they have learned through their years of building with LEGOs. Gerling and Steininger built most of the models displayed in the Model Museum. As visitors exited the LEGO Fest, they had the opportunity to build a section of the United States and have it placed on a 65 feet long by 45 feet wide. Visitors could view this visitor-made model from a balcony.

Families and children assembled Saturday at the Raleigh Convention Center at the LEGO KidsFest. The LEGO Fest featured a LEGO Model Museum of characters from fiction. Also featured was a brick pile for children to dive in and put bricks together. Two LEGO Master Builders, Steve Gerling and Chris Steininger, were present to teach tools of the trade that they have learned through their years of building with LEGOs. Gerling and Steininger built most of the models displayed in the Model Museum. As visitors exited the LEGO Fest, they had the opportunity to build a section of the United States and have it placed on a 65 feet long by 45 feet wide. Visitors could view this visitor-made model from a balcony.

N.C. State defeats rival Wake Forest, 82-67, in PNC Arena Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2013.

N.C. State defeats rival Wake Forest, 82-67, in PNC Arena Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2013.

N.C. State defeats rival Wake Forest, 82-67, in PNC Arena Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2013.

N.C. State defeats rival Wake Forest, 82-67, in PNC Arena Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2013.

N.C. State defeats rival Wake Forest, 82-67, in PNC Arena Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2013.

N.C. State defeats rival Wake Forest, 82-67, in PNC Arena Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2013.

N.C. State defeats rival Wake Forest, 82-67, in PNC Arena Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2013.

N.C. State defeats rival Wake Forest, 82-67, in PNC Arena Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2013.

N.C. State defeats rival Wake Forest, 82-67, in PNC Arena Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2013.

N.C. State defeats rival Wake Forest, 82-67, in PNC Arena Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2013.

N.C. State defeats rival Wake Forest, 82-67, in PNC Arena Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2013.

N.C. State defeats rival Wake Forest, 82-67, in PNC Arena Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2013.

Approximately 7,700 runners participated in the 10th annual Krispy Kreme Challenge in Raleigh Saturday, Feb. 8, 2014. The event raised $200,000 for the North Carolina Children's Hospital.

Approximately 7,700 runners participated in the 10th annual Krispy Kreme Challenge in Raleigh Saturday, Feb. 8, 2014. The event raised $200,000 for the North Carolina Children's Hospital.

Dr. John Lennox, mathematics professor at the University of Oxford presents a logical case for Christianity and the existence of a God at the McKimmon Center Monday, Jan. 27, 2014. Lennox has debated Atheists such as Richard Dawkins, Christopher Hitchens, and Peter Singer. Photo by Sam Whitlock.

Dr. John Lennox, mathematics professor at the University of Oxford presents a logical case for Christianity and the existence of a God at the McKimmon Center Monday, Jan. 27, 2014. Lennox has debated Atheists such as Richard Dawkins, Christopher Hitchens, and Peter Singer. Photo by Sam Whitlock.

[Photo] Oxford prof. attempts to bridge gap between faith and science

Jan 28, 2014
President Obama speaks on the N.C. State campus to announce the Next Generation Power Electronics Institute in the J.W. Isenhour Tennis Complex Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2013.

President Obama speaks on the N.C. State campus to announce the Next Generation Power Electronics Institute in the J.W. Isenhour Tennis Complex Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2013.

Hundreds of students waited in a line that went "out the door" of the newly reopened Talley Student Union. Phase I of Talley's renovation opened Wednesday, October 23, 2013 after numerous setbacks and delays.

[Photo] Talley marks new era for student centers

Oct 24, 2013
Hundreds of students waited in a line that went "out the door" of the newly reopened Talley Student Union. Phase I of Talley's renovation opened Wednesday, October 23, 2013 after numerous setbacks and delays.

Oliver Walsh, a freshman intending to go into engineering, draws a picture of a surfer on the graffiti wall in Caldwell Lounge Monday. N.C. Sate supported the National Day of Writing by hosting this event.

Oliver Walsh, a freshman intending to go into engineering, draws a picture of a surfer on the graffiti wall in Caldwell Lounge Monday. N.C. Sate supported the National Day of Writing by hosting this event.

[Photo] Students reveal deep secrets to each other

Oct 22, 2013
Anthony Barber, a freshman guard, and the rest of the basketball team hand out food during the 2013 Campout at PNC Arena. The 2013-2014 Men's Basketball team had a scrimmage and pep rally earlier in the evening to introduce the Wolfpack to the team.

Anthony Barber, a freshman guard, and the rest of the basketball team hand out food during the 2013 Campout at PNC Arena. The 2013-2014 Men's Basketball team had a scrimmage and pep rally earlier in the evening to introduce the Wolfpack to the team.

[Photo] Camping out in PNC

Oct 21, 2013
Sophomore forward, Caroline Gentry blocks Syracuse defender from the ball at Dail Soccer Field. Gentry had an assist to freshman forward, Jackie Stengel Sunday, October, 20, 2013.

[Photo] Orange squeezes past Pack in double overtime

Oct 21, 2013
  Returning patrons draw “V’s” on the foreheads of first-time moviegoers signifying their virginity.

 Returning patrons draw “V’s” on the foreheads of first-time moviegoers signifying their virginity.

[Photo] Production of cult classic goes too far

Oct 21, 2013
The dining halls at N.C. State have a new method of disposing of their food. The dining halls now use a system of composting the food that gets prepared but remains uneaten.

The dining halls at N.C. State have a new method of disposing of their food. The dining halls now use a system of composting the food that gets prepared but remains uneaten.

[Photo] The real weight of dining-hall-food waste

Oct 15, 2013
Tim Gurganus from OIT teaches the faculty how they can "take control of their digital life." Gurganus explained some of the ways and reasons that phishing attacks are attempted on networks such as N.C. State's network.

Tim Gurganus from OIT teaches the faculty how they can "take control of their digital life." Gurganus explained some of the ways and reasons that phishing attacks are attempted on networks such as N.C. State's network.

[Photo] Cyber security awareness month starts with online privacy lecture

Oct 7, 2013
Dr. Edmond Bowden explains a chemistry topic to students after his lecture while Dr. Philip Brown sets up for his lecture in Dabney Hall on Tuesday, September 3, 2013. With the size of the CH 101 General Chemistry classes, it can be difficult for professors to have a small group discussion with students facing issues with the material.

Dr. Edmond Bowden explains a chemistry topic to students after his lecture while Dr. Philip Brown sets up for his lecture in Dabney Hall on Tuesday, September 3, 2013. With the size of the CH 101 General Chemistry classes, it can be difficult for professors to have a small group discussion with students facing issues with the material.

[Photo] Large classes are a problem for students and professors

Sep 11, 2013
Sophomore forward Brittany Stanko and Seahawk defender fight for possession of the ball. Stanko scored two goals in the Wolfpack 2-1 win against UNC - Wilminbton Sunday, Sept. 8, 2013 at Dail Soccer Field. Photo by Sam Whitlock

Sophomore forward Brittany Stanko and Seahawk defender fight for possession of the ball. Stanko scored two goals in the Wolfpack 2-1 win against UNC - Wilminbton Sunday, Sept. 8, 2013 at Dail Soccer Field. Photo by Sam Whitlock

[Photo] Wolfpack squeaks past Seahawks

Sep 10, 2013
Junior outside hitter Nikki Glass serves the ball against the Binghamton Bearcats Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013. The Wolfpack won three sets to none at Reynolds Coliseum. Photo by Sam Whitlock

[Photo] Wolfpack sweeps Courtyard Midtown Classic to remain undefeated

Sep 9, 2013
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