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PACKParents


The Newsletter of the NC State University
Parents & Families Association

Spring 2009

(Download the .pdf version - Adobe Acrobat Reader needed)


Alternative Service Break (ASB) – Lessons Learned
In the fall of my sophomore year, I made a decision that, I didn’t know at the time, would change my life and love for service forever. I applied for an Alternative Spring Break (ASB) trip in the fall and was selected to be a member of the ASB-Gulf Coast team that would be working with Habitat for Humanity to rebuild homes in hurricane-devastated New Orleans. [More]


NC State University’s 2008 Family of the Year
Since 1999, hundreds of students have been telling very special personal stories – stories about their families through the Family of the Year Award program. The Family of the Year Award honors all families by recognizing one special family each year. [More]


2009 Spring Semester Academic Calendar

Leveraging the Services of the Tutorial Center
Did you know that your student can receive FREE academic support by trained NC State tutors? e Undergraduate Tutorial Center (UTC) provides assistance for NC State students as they progress through their chosen curriculums. [More]

LIVE with NC State! Webcast series for parents.
We know that parents have different questions and concerns during the course of an academic year. Stay informed about timely student issues and join University representatives at your computer for the following live programs over the Internet. [More]

The Parents' Fund
Another exciting year is well underway at NC State University. For us, it is our son Benton’s senior year. We hope your son or daughter loves NC State as much as Benton does. [More]

Previous Editions

* Fall 2008
* Spring 2008
* Fall 2007
* Spring 2007

Other Newsletters
* Americana
* Bulletin
* The Nubian Message
* First Year College Parents' newsletter
* The State of Living & Learning
* Technician


Parent Resources
Questions about NC State? Answers are just a click, tap, or ring away. NC State's parents' web site features everything from a job internship network to VIP discount program information. Use the site to check on current tuition and fees, find out about events just for parents, or boost your student's spirits with an e-postcard.
The university also offers the Parents' HelpLine, a toll-free number operated by the Parents & Families Services program, to respond to your concerns. Call 877-568-5733 or email ncsuparents@ncsu.edu for personal assistance with your questions.*

Address Correction
Please help us keep our records up to date!If you have received this newsletter in error or have an address correction to make, please call, email or write the Parents and Families Association. You may call toll free during business hours at 877-568-5733 or email us at ncsuparents@ncsu.edu. If you prefer "snail mail" , write to us at:

Parents and Constituent Services
Box 7306
Raleigh NC 27695-7306
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PACKPARENTS is published in partnership by Parents & Families Services & the Parents' Fund.

Parents & Families Association
Campus Box 7306
Raleigh, NC 27695-7306
(919)515-2441/877-568-5733

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