How Do We Do This?

• Broad-based representation: We strive to ensure the broad representation of perspectives and backgrounds among our students, staff, and faculty.
• Collaborative environment: We seek opportunities to bring people together to learn, grow, and create as a cohesive team.
• Community support: We work closely with community partners to provide support and resources for our students, staff, and faculty.
• Commitment to excellence: As a college dedicated to securing a healthier, more sustainable future for all, we understand that different perspectives are crucial to achieving our mission.

We remain committed to fostering an environment where everyone can contribute to making our goal a reality.

Service and Support

• Open-door policy: We encourage community members to stop by for casual visits or conversations about how to get involved on campus.
• Student support programs: We provide tailored support and access to resources for all students, ensuring they have a home unit within the college.
• Student activity and engagement programs: We sponsor programs and provide and resources that enhance student involvement and create a supportive community that promoted academic success, personal growth, and social connection within the college.
• Professional and community development: We create programs that offer professional, social, and community service opportunities, welcoming all who identify with the group’s mission.
• Leadership and engagement: We help students develop leadership skills and foster active student engagement, preparing participants to contribute meaningfully to the college community and beyond.
• Academic and Community Excellence Dialog Series: We promote critical thinking and dialogue on issues that enhance academic and community success, bringing together different perspectives for innovative solutions.

Our service and support initiatives create a welcoming environment where students can thrive. Through open communication, tailored support, and collaborative programs, we foster academic success, personal growth, and community engagement, empowering students to reach their full potential.

Mental Health Resources

NC State Resources

• CNR Embedded Counselor – Offers free appointments to undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in the College of Natural Resources. Counseling services are available both on campus and virtually at no cost.
• Drop-In Wellness Coaching – get support by certified wellness coaches in the Hill Library’s Academic Success Center (2nd floor, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.)
• NC State Cares – provides support and connection to resources for students who are exhibiting concerning or worrisome behaviors. Students, faculty, parents, and others are strongly encouraged to refer behaviors that they feel are concerning or worrisome
• NC State Community Counseling, Education, and Research Center – provides short-term counseling to individuals, couples and families, ages 14 and older
• NC State Faculty and Staff Assistance Program – provides support, resources and information for personal and work-life issues
• NC State Pack Essentials – assists with domestic and international students’ financial needs such as housing and food
• NC State Student Counseling Center – provides virtual counseling sessions
• NC State WellRec – offers virtual workouts and fitness classes
• Wolfpack Wellness Resources Website – Access a wide range of resources at NC State to support your wellness, address mental health challenges, and connect with the campus community.

Off-Campus Resources

• Crisis Text Line – Simply Text for Help! Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a crisis counselor. Free 24/7 support.
• Detox Local – Provide an extensive list of mental health and substance use resources specifically for the AAPI (American Asian and Pacific Islander) community.
• Free virtual tours of national parks
• Les Mills on Demand – Provides access to free online at-home workouts
• Live Another Day– Provides extensive information on mental health and substance use resources for people of color.
• Mental Health America
• National Alliance on Mental Illness
• National Domestic Violence Hotline – Call 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
• National Suicide Prevention Hotline – Call or text 988 to connect with a skilled, trained crisis worker who works at the Lifeline network crisis center closest to you. This person will listen to you, understand how your problem is affecting you, provide support and share any resources that may be helpful.
• National Suicide Prevention Lifeline – Call 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
• Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) – Call 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
• The College Student’s Guide to Depression – this has information, tips on what to do if depressed, and a list of national resources for students.
• Veterans Crisis Line – Call 1-800-273-8255 and Press 1 or Text 838255
• Virtual volunteering

Other Campus Resources

• African American Cultural Center
• Disability Resource Office
• Feed the Pack
• GLBT Center
• Military and Veteran Services
• Multicultural Student Affairs
• Office of International Services
• TRIO
• Women’s Center

Contact Us

Questions or want to join our community?

Dr. Stacy Nelson, Associate Dean for College Culture and Community
sanelso2@ncsu.edu

Mailing Address:
College of Natural Resources
Biltmore Hall, Room 2022B
Campus Box 8001
Raleigh, NC 27695-8001