Final Selection Activities: College Activities
Each of the colleges at NC State will host activities for Park Finalists during the morning of Friday, March 6, 2026. Your selected college will contact you with further details when you RSVP for these activities. Should you wish to attend activities hosted by a college other than the one to which you applied (the primary college of interest you listed on your undergraduate admissions application), please notify that college by Monday, Feb. 16. Casual attire is appropriate for college activities.
Time: 8:25 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Start Location: Talley Student Union. The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences will communicate with students directly.
Agenda:
- Listen and Learn: Hear about the perks of being a CALS student, including student resources and opportunities.
- Chat and Connect: Speak with representatives in your department of interest.
- Munch and Mingle: Enjoy lunch with CALS Ambassadors.
Contact Information: Joanna Eglinton, 919-515-2614, [email protected]
The College of Design will communicate with students directly about activities, time and locations.
Time: 9:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m.
Location: The College of Education will communicate with students directly about an exact location.
Agenda:
The College of Education is a voice of innovation for learning across the lifespan. We prepare professionals who educate and lead.
- Learn what sets our college apart including our Student Success and Advising Center and Media Education Resource Technology Center (METRC).
- Connect with our advising team and Faculty to learn about our academic advising approach and understand what the next four years will look like academically.
- Tour our partner living and learning village Student Advocating for Youth (SAY).
- Have lunch with some of our students to learn about their experiences.
*CED Student Ambassadors will walk Finalists back to Talley at the conclusion of lunch at 12:45 p.m.
Contact Information: Hannah Starling, [email protected], 919.525.5870
Time: 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Location: The College of Engineering will communicate with students directly about an exact location.
Agenda:
- Connect: Network with College of Engineering and Engineering Department students and representatives over breakfast
- Learn: Hear of College of Engineering students THINK and DO
- Experience: Tour Centennial Campus with current engineering students
Parking:
- Virtual Parking Permit: Finalists will receive an email with instructions on how to obtain a complimentary virtual parking permit valid at Oval West Deck on Centennial Campus. You’ll need this in addition to your virtual pass (for the Coliseum Deck on Main Campus) from the Park Scholarships Office.
- Finalists and parents/families who wish to participate in afternoon Park Scholarships Final Selection Activities will need to provide their own transportation from Centennial Campus to Main Campus.
Accessibility: The College of Engineering is dedicated to hosting accessible events that enable all participants to engage fully. To request an accommodation or inquire about accessibility, please contact Sabrina Balent, [email protected].
Contact Information: Dr. Kim Roberts ’01, 919-515-3263, [email protected].
Time: 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Location: The College of Humanities and Social Sciences will communicate with students directly about an exact location.
Agenda:
- College Welcome, Information Session and Q&A (with staff and student ambassadors)
- Individual department meetings with faculty and staff to discuss academic curriculum, opportunities and highlights
- Lunch with faculty, staff and student ambassadors
Contact Information: Dara Leeder, 919-515-3638, [email protected]
Time: 10 a.m.-12:50 p.m.
Location: The College of Natural Resources will communicate with students directly about an exact location.
Agenda:
- College Welcome
- Meet with departmental representatives (faculty and/or advisors)
- Chat with current CNR students and Park Scholars
- Learn about unique hands-on learning opportunities exclusive to our college
- Lunch with faculty, staff and students
Contact Information: Dr. Chris Collins, 919-515-5510, [email protected]
Time: 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Location: The College of Sciences will communicate with students directly about an exact location.
Agenda:
- 9-9:30 a.m. – Welcome and Introduction to College of Sciences – Mike Smith, Director of Undergraduate Enrollment
- 9:30-11:30 a.m. – Students resources and opportunities; Q&A with college staff; and a panel of current students
- 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. – Lunch with faculty, staff and current students
Contact Information: Mike Smith, 919.515.6117, [email protected].
Time:
8:25 a.m.-12:30 p.m. (College of Agriculture and Life Sciences intended majors)
9:00 a.m.-1 p.m. (College of Sciences intended majors)
Location: Life Sciences First Year will communicate with students directly about an exact location.
Agenda:
- First Session for CALS-intended majors (Biochemistry & Plant Biology)
- 8:25-9:30 a.m. in 4140 Talley Student Union
- Note: After this session you’ll be walked over to Park Shops for the remainder of the programming
- 8:25-9:30 a.m. in 4140 Talley Student Union
- First Session for COS-intended majors (Biology, Zoology, Genetics, Microbiology)
- 9-9:30 a.m. in 201 Park Shops
- 9:30-9:45 a.m. – Break for all
- 9:45-10:15 a.m. – Overview of Life Sciences First Year Program (LSFY) – Dr. Erica Kosal
- 10:15-11:15 a.m. – Panel of Former LSFY Students & Current Park Scholars, Discussion and Q & A
- 11:15-11:30 a.m. – Break
- 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. – Lunch with Faculty & LSFY Students
- Please note that CALS-intended students are invited to have lunch with CALS Faculty, Staff and Students in Room 4280 in Talley Student Union
Contact Information: Dr. Erica Kosal, 919-515-5454, [email protected]
Time: 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Location: Poole College of Management will communicate location with students directly about an exact location.
Agenda:
- Poole College Overview and Tour: Session with Associate Director of Admissions and tour of Nelson Hall
- Listen and Learn: Hear about the perks of being a Poole student, including student resources and opportunities.
- Chat and Connect: Speak with faculty, staff and students in your academic areas of interest.
Contact Information: Jaquan Scott, [email protected], 919-515-6933; Abby Sloan, [email protected] 804-929-1301
The University College Exploratory Studies will communicate with students directly about activities, time and locations.
Location: Textiles Complex; the Wilson College of Textiles will communicate with students directly about an exact location.
Agenda:
We will contact Park Scholarships Finalists directly to curate a personalized agenda. Programming will be based upon the individual student. There will be an opportunity to engage with faculty, staff, and current students. Lunch will be provided.
Contact Information: Merica Petteway ([email protected])