Sue Anne (left) & Kelley (right)

Garrecyn with the Savannah Bananas Coaches

Willow

Welcome 1st Hunt Class of 2026! 

Hello 1st Hunt juniors and families! 

I hope you are enjoying your summer and prepping for your arrival to campus! I know everything became real when you received your roommate and hall assignment today! You might be having a wide range of feelings (excitement, nervous, scared of the unknown, etc.). Know it's okay (and normal!) to be nervous about the year ahead. Part of my job along with the RLAs (Residential Life Assistants) is to help everyone become comfortable living at NCSSM. We're here to support you and a resource to help you be successful! Wherever your feelings lie today or on your move-in day, I hope you will come ready to try new things, grow, and take advantage of all that NCSSM has to offer both academically and residentially.

Take some time to look through this website as there is lots of great information at every corner.  Below you will find additional information that will be helpful in planning for your arrival. From the room tours to the list of approved items, information about me, and much more - this website has info to get you started. Know this is not an exhaustive list of all of the information you'll need to know, but it will give you a head start on learning the ropes at NCSSM. It's okay if you don't remember everything now. You'll be thrown lots of information and we'll be here to help you remember what to do when! 

Please do not hesitate to contact me! I welcome and encourage questions, thoughts, etc. I'm here to be a resource, so please reach out! I prefer email (lewis@ncssm.edu), call/text (919.416.2814), or you can send a message in the hall Google Space. 

Kelley, Garrecyn, Willow, and I look forward to meeting all of you soon!

Sue Anne

What To Expect in Monthly Updates

I wanted to make sure everyone knows what to expect from me in regards to regular hall updates.  On the 1st of each month I will post an update to the blog section of the hall google site and send an email alerting you that the update is live. These posts will include recaps of the past month on hall, updates on major hall and campus events, reminders about upcoming events and deadlines, and photos of the student experience on campus. 

Important Housing Links: 

Be sure to check out the links to the right as they explain what is/is not allowed in the residence halls and provide a list of suggested items.  Further below, you'll find my personal suggest items to consider list.

See YOUR room HERE!

A few years ago, I recorded a quick video of each room on hall. Visit the link above to see your room! Do note it is unlikely the room is set up the same as in the video as the cleaning crew and waxers move furniture around during the summer. See the Important Housing Links above for more information on the do's and don'ts for your room! 

Items To Consider:

Move-In & Orientation Schedule Website

1st Hunt is divided into 2 separate areas: Main and Annex. While we operate as one hall and do everything together during the year, you'll need to know which area you are in for move-in purposes. 

Additional Resources/Information

Be sure to check out the Resource and Forms & Documents tabs for additional information. The Resource tab includes information such as how to get your students mailling address, sign in/out procedures, the clinic, etc. The links to various forms and documents are on that tab for ease of access to needed documents.

First Extended Weekend:
August 30 - September 2

After you move in, the first extended weekend will be here before you know it! It begins after classes end on Friday, August 30th. Residence halls close at 5pm, though if your classes end earlier in the day, you are welcome to leave at that time. Anyone not picked up by 5pm will need to take their belongings to the Bryan Lobby to wait for their ride. The extended weekend ends on Monday, September 2nd. There are no classes this day and the residence halls open at 12pm. Please do not return to campus prior to noon on the 2nd. Campus is not open and CC's are not on duty (we're enjoying the final moments of our break too!).

My advice? Stay at NCSSM until the 1st extended weekend unless there is something happening at home you absolutely cannot miss. The weekends at NCSSM are a lot of fun as students will head to 9th Street, participate in SAB (Student Activities Board) activities, and just get to know folks. Those who go home during the first weeks before the extended miss out on this time to get to know others and experience life at NCSSM. I highly recommend that you stay on campus, hang out and meet new friends, attend the various events (including the SG Club Fair), and more! 

** What your student will be doing on extended weekends!

Hall Calendar, Student Activities Calendar, Academic Calendar - Oh My!

Be sure to check out the home page of the 1st Hunt website to get the 411 on everything happening at NCSSM. From the 1st Hunt calendar which shows hall events that are happening to the Student Activities calendar which shares all of the campus wide events, there's something for everyone! And don't forget the Academic Calendar, which tells when Extended Weekends occur along with exam dates, and more. To find all 3 calendars, go to firsthunt.ncssm.edu and scroll down! 

Family Day - Sept. 14th

Mark the date on your calendar to attend Family Day! During the day, you'll have the opportunity to meet your students instructors and learn more about the NCSSM experience. 

Varsity Sports Important Dates


2024 Fall Sports Meet the Coaches Meeting
 Monday, August 12th

Competitive Cheer - PEC Lobby
Men's and Women's Cross Country - PEC Main Gym
Men's Soccer - PEC Wrestling Room
Women's Tennis - PEC Dance Studio
Women's Golf - PEC Lobby
Volleyball - PEC Classroom

Fall Tryouts Start August 14, 2024

Contacting Sue Anne


If you need to get in touch with me, I am most reachable by email at lewis@ncssm.edu. I check my email often and will respond within 24 hours. I can also be reached by call or text message at 919-416-2814. Please remember that I have a family at home who goes to be earlier than I, so please avoid calling after 9:00pm unless it is an emergency. Your students will see me on hall and can always reach out via text or our hall Google Space.