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Senior Campaign

A tradition since 1912, the Senior Campaign invites members of our graduating class to support an area of NC State's campus most meaningful to you.

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What It Means to Wear the Cord

Graduating seniors who make a gift of at least $20.23 to NC State by April 21 receive a set of philanthropy cords to wear during commencement, recognizing their commitment to serving their peers and giving back to the Pack.

Pickup for philanthropy cords will be held at Park Alumni Center from April 24-28 from 9 a.m. to noon each day.

Why Give?

  • You’ve been impacted by private giving. Philanthropy makes a lasting impact on every area of campus. No matter your major or extracurricular activities, your time as part of the Pack was made possible by previous seniors’ gifts.
  • You choose what your gift supports. You have the opportunity to make your mark to the area of the university most meaningful to you — such as your college, the Libraries, Arts NC State, study abroad, scholarships or anywhere else.
  • Tuition doesn’t cover everything. With tuition only covering about a third of the real cost of an undergraduate education, NC State counts on private support. These gifts help close the gap between what each student pays in tuition and fees, and the actual cost of an NC State education, which helps the university maintain its reputation as a best value.

Join Harrison

“I’m supporting the Alumni Association Student Ambassador Program for the senior campaign because the program was my connection to on-campus involvement while also motivating me to remain involved at NC State after graduation. Making a gift at NC State means investing in the areas you care about most, so that future students can think and do even better than we can today. I want the class of 2023 to leave a legacy of giving forward — and I hope you’ll join me.” — Harrison McLamb, ’23

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