Pack Appreciation Day 2023

On our fifth annual Pack Appreciation Day, we'll be celebrating all the ways philanthropy empowers every student to find their home in the Wolfpack.

Our fifth annual Pack Appreciation Day was a signature part of Red and White Week, presented by Coca-Cola. Enjoy the highlights of the day, along with a special message from Chancellor Randy Woodson.

Approximately 2,000 students joined us at three different campus locations for a celebration of philanthropy, community and the Pack. Students learned more about how donors like you help build a stronger campus community while also reflecting on the people, places and programs that make their NC State experiences unique.

Scenes from Pack Apprecation Day

Pack Appreciation Day was a celebration on Stafford Commons, the Corner on Centennial Campus, Green Commons at the College of Veterinary Medicine and on social media.

A CVM student holds a round Pack Appreciation Day sign saying we appreciate you

the Pack Appreciation Day line on Centennial campus

instagram story screenshot from a student showing Pack Appreciation to the Goodnight Scholars because of the community of people they've found

a student writes on a chalkboard who she wants to share Pack Appreciation with

friends posing on Centennial campus in Pack Appreciation beanies

instagram story screenshot from a student showing Pack Appreciation to the department of biological and agricultural engineering because of the supportive environment

two students pose at Pack Appreciation Day on Centennial campus

CVM students hold Pack Appreciation Day signs

instagram story screenshot from a student showing Pack Appreciation to Bridges International and International Friends because of forging friendships that feel like family

a CVM student poses in a Pack Appreciation Day selfie frame

Two CVM students hold a sign that says stronger as a pack

instagram story screenshot from a student showing Pack Appreciation to NC State clogging because of the fun they had and being national champs

to students pose with a sign that says Go Pack on centennial campus

girls posing with Pack Appreciation Day beanies

instagram story screenshot from a student showing Pack Appreciation to CALS because of the people that helped them

two students hold up a "We appreciate you sign" on Stafford Commons

Pack Appreciation Day 2022

In our biggest event to date, more than 2,500 students joined across three different location to celebrate philanthropy, community and the Pack.

Relive the day

two students pose with Mr Wuf on Stafford Commons during Pack Appreciation Day

Pack Appreciation Day 2021

We welcomed students back to Stafford Commons to celebrate how the Think and Do the Extraordinary Campaign has made a positive impact on every part of NC State — and honor the people who have made it possible. More than 1,800 students joined us to share their appreciation with Wolfpack donors.

Watch how the day unfolded

Pack Appreciation Day 2020

In a year unlike any other, donors helped our Pack stay motivated, feel supported and — most importantly — continue their education. For 2020’s virtual Pack Appreciation Day, students from colleges and programs across the university sent in quotes and videos sharing their appreciation for all you make possible.

Check out their messages

Mr Wuf signs a thank you card on Pack Appreciation Day

Pack Appreciation Day 2019

On our first-ever Pack Appreciation Day, more than 1,500 students came down to Stafford Commons to learn about the impact of Philanthropy at NC State, write thank-you notes, record video messages and share their gratitude our donors on social media. We are filled with #PackAppreciation for the students who made the day a success.

Revisit the highlights

Howl With us

See how we’re celebrating donors across NC State, and share your own stories using #PackAppreciation.