Final Selection Activities: Parent/Guest Schedule

Friday, February 28, 2025

Finalists may bring up to two parents, guardians or other adult guests to Final Selection Activities. All Parent/Guest activities are optional.

Morning | College Activities (optional)

  • Each of NC State’s colleges will host their own activities for Park Finalists. College Activities »
  • Attire: Casual

1:30-3 p.m. | Walking Tour of Main Campus (optional)

  • Location: Talley Student Union, 2610 Cates Avenue, Central Campus – tours will depart from the Technology Tower (exterior elevator on Dunn Avenue side of Talley)
  • Location Details: The Technology Tower is close to the main entrance of Reynolds Coliseum at 2411 Dunn Ave. It is a 5 minute walk from the Coliseum Parking Deck.
  • Parking: Coliseum Parking Deck, 201 Jeter Drive, Central Campus
  • Attire: Casual
  • Notes: This tour includes viewing the Honors Village and the Park Commons in Peele Hall

4:45-5:45 p.m. | Park Scholarships Reception (optional)

  • Location: State Ballroom, Talley Student Union (3rd Floor), 2610 Cates Avenue, Central Campus
  • Location Details: Nearest corner – Cates Avenue and Morrill Drive, 5-minute walk from the Coliseum Parking Deck 
  • Parking: Coliseum Parking Deck, 201 Jeter Drive, Central Campus
  • Attire: Business professional

Come when you like within this time. During the reception, take advantage the following activities:

  • Headshots: All Finalists will get their headshots taken. 
  • Park Enrichment Grant Posters: Converse with current Park Scholars about their exciting enrichment activities – from traveling abroad to research ventures.
  • Refreshments: Hors d’oeuvres and drinks are located at self-serve stations.
  • Mix and mingle: Our esteemed guests are eager to connect with Finalists and families.
  • Resource Fair: Learn about some of the many resources NC State has to offer. Pending availability, attendees include:
    • African American Cultural Center
    • Benjamin Franklin Scholars
    • Disability Resource Office
    • Fraternity and Sorority Life
    • GLBT PRIDE Center
    • The Graduate School
    • Kiets Climate Leaders Program
    • Masters in Analytics
    • Multicultural Student Affairs
    • Shelton Leadership
    • Student Government
    • Student Health Center
    • Student Leadership and Engagement
    • Study Abroad
    • University Honors Program
    • Undergraduate Research
    • University Sustainability Office
    • Wellness and Recreation
    • Women’s Center

6-8 p.m. | Park Scholarships Dinner (optional)

This event is a seated, plated dinner with assigned seats. Finalists may bring up to two guests. Those guests must be listed on the RSVP form.

Saturday, March 1, 2025

Join us for any/all of these optional activities. Attire for all is casual.

8:30-9:15 a.m. | Drop-Off Finalist for Final Selection Activities

  • Location: James B. Hunt Jr. Library, 1070 Partners Way, Centennial Campus 
  • Notes:
    • Drop-off is in front of the library, across from Poulton Deck. Park Scholars will be outside to help direct traffic.
    • Check in begins at 8:30 a.m. Finalists are invited to attend an optional breakfast that begins at 9:00 a.m.
    • Please drop off no later than 9:15 a.m. The Finalist Welcome session (essential for Finalists) begins promptly at 9:30 a.m.

9:45 a.m. – 2:45 p.m. | Parent/Family Activities: Talley Student Center (optional)

  • Location: Talley Student Union (3rd Floor), State Ballroom, 2610 Cates Avenue, Central Campus
  • Location Details: Nearest corner – Cates Avenue and Morrill Drive, 5 minute walk from the Coliseum Parking Deck 
  • Parking: Coliseum Parking Deck, 201 Jeter Drive, Central Campus

9:45-10 a.m. – Mingle with other families before the formal program begins

10 a.m. – 2:45 p.m. |  Parent and Family Information Session 

  • Throughout the day you will hear from the Park Scholarships director, current Park scholars and alumni, Park parents and NC State Faculty. 
  • Enjoy a lunch and conversation with NC State students, parents, faculty and staff.
  • You’ll also learn in-depth from NC State departments and services such as:
    • Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid
    • Office of Parent and Family Services
    • Honors Program
    • Campus Safety
    • Counseling Center

2:45-3:45 p.m. | Ice Cream Social

  • Enjoy an informal wrap-up to the Parent and Family session, featuring NC State’s own Howling Cow ice cream. Made on campus with fresh milk and cream from our local dairy cows.

4:40 p.m. | Pick up Finalists from Final Selection Activities

  • Location: Duke Energy Hall (2nd Floor), James B. Hunt Jr. Library, 1070 Partners Way, Centennial Campus

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