POP Back, an annual student-driven hallmark event attended by thousands of NC State community members, celebrates the Centennial Campus community and welcomes students back to campus with a day of free food, music and fun.

This unique event showcases opportunities for students with clubs and industry partners, acknowledging the interdisciplinary nature of Centennial Campus. This year, we will welcome back eight local food trucks, two local bands and attractions, such as mini golf, a rock climbing wall, a dunk tank and a mechanical bull.

We will also welcome back campus groups and industry partners to connect students with the best opportunities. This year, POP Back is proudly powered by Hitachi Energy and hosted by the colleges of Engineering, Textiles, Education, and Humanities and Social Sciences.

POP Back has quickly established itself as the premier event on Centennial Campus, providing an invaluable platform for students to connect, network and kick off the academic year with enthusiasm.