Course Description
Wicked Problems, Wolfpack Solutions is a shared academic experience designed for all students new to NC State. Each year, this course focuses on a current wicked problem, defined as a highly complex problem that can only be addressed through collaborative, multidisciplinary efforts. This course explores a wicked problem and possible solutions through the perspectives of NC State scholars representing many different areas of study and reflects NC State's commitment to inclusion of individuals and ideas from a broad diversity of backgrounds and experiences. SIP 116 focuses on the wicked problem of The Future of Food.
GEP
Interdisciplinary Perspectives GEP Course
Spring 8W1 2026
Instructors
Meeting Patterns
Classes Start:
January 12, 2026
Classes End:
March 4, 2026
Distance Education:
Yes
Class Days:
[TBA]
Class Type:
Lecture
Credits:
2.00
Restrictions:
R: New First-Year Students and New Transfer Students