edited by Kaylie Morales
Volume 8, Issue 31
June 25, 2025
Dear Honors Students,
I hope you are all having a rejuvenating summer break so far!
This week’s memo features volunteer opportunities, research participation, live performances on campus with Appalachian Summer, and even baby goat yoga. Whether you are spending the summer in Boone, your hometown, or traveling, be sure to engage with the local community. Maybe you can volunteer, do an internship, work in a new position, or travel to learn about a new place, language, and culture.
Let’s make the most of our summer break!
Best wishes,
Kaylie Morales
Upcoming Opportunities:
Dr. Klima is happy to help you apply; send her an email at klimavw@appstate.edu
The University Writing Center is Open for Summer Sessions
The University Writing Center is open for Summer Sessions on Mondays through Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., online and in person in the Belk Library room 204. Click here to schedule an appointment or stop by in person.
Summer Volunteers Needed for App Builds a Home and Watauga Habitat for Humanity
App Builds A Home and Watauga Habitat for Humanity need summer volunteers to help build the Lee family home. No construction experience needed. Individuals or groups can sign up for a half or full volunteer day. Click here to sign up to volunteer. For questions, contact Misty Mayfield.
Virtual Volunteer Opportunity
Conversations to Remember, a nonprofit organization, seeks volunteers to virtually connect with senior citizens. The organization is dedicated to combating loneliness and isolation felt by senior citizens, including those living with dementia. Students will volunteer throughout the week to chat with a senior citizen they have been matched with and develop a friendship. Click here to learn more and to register to volunteer. For questions, contact Cassie Spencer.
Graduate Admissions Accepting Applications for Fall 2025
The Cratis D. Williams School of Graduate Studies is accepting applications for graduate admissions for the fall 2025 semester. With more than 80 graduate degree or certificate programs there are many opportunities to advance your education, learn new skills and elevate your career. The deadline for non-degree applications for the Fall 2025 semester is Monday, August 4. Degree/certificate application deadlines vary. Click here to apply for non-degree applications. For questions, contact the Graduate Admissions.
Career Development Center Fall 2025 Career Fairs: Save the Dates
The Career Development Center has released their career fair lineup for the Fall 2025 semester. These include Campus Work(s) – On Campus & Part Time Jobs Fair on Wednesday, August 27, Construction, Design, and Sustainable Technology Career Fair on Tuesday, September 30, Internship & Job Fair on Wednesday, October 1, and the Education Career Fair on Friday, October 24. Registration for these will be opening soon on Handshake.
Stay in the Know:
Participants Needed for Honors Thesis Research Study
Breanna Gibson, an Honors College student majoring in exercise science, seeks female participants ages 18 to 24 who are willing to be studied once a week for six weeks for her Honors thesis “Effects of Resistance Training on Fatigue Levels throughout the Menstrual Cycle.” These sessions will last 45 to 60 minutes on average and are based on the participant’s cycle timing. Those interested can fill out an interest form to be sent more information about the study including scheduling details. Click here to fill out the study interest form.
Appalachian Summer
The Office of Arts Engagement and Cultural Resources is presenting Appalachian Summer, an annual summer arts celebration from June 28 to July 26. These performing and visual arts events are held in venues across campus, and feature music, dance, theatre, visual arts, and film. Click here to view the complete schedule and for more information. Click here to purchase tickets.
Mountaineer Free Store
The Mountaineer Free Store is open to the campus community Mondays through Fridays from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., located on the ground floor of East Hall. The Free Store is a way to conserve resources and provides interview clothing, winter gear, school supplies, household items and other goods to students, faculty, and staff.
Old-Time Jams at the Jones House
The Jones House is hosting local and visiting musicians for an old-time jam session every Thursday from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Bring your own old-time acoustic instrument and spend a few hours jamming with fellow musicians of all skill levels and backgrounds.
Baby Goat Yoga at Apple Hill Farm
The Apple Hill Farm is partnering with Yoga 828 to host goat yoga every Friday at 5 p.m. until August 1st at Apple Hill Farm in Banner Elk. Experience this fun yoga class outdoors, enjoy the farm, and connect with baby goats. The cost to attend is $45 and all attendees must bring their own yoga mats. Click here to register.
In the Honors Spotlight
Stacy Thornton ’25 pursues M.S. in speech and hearing sciences at UNC Chapel Hill
Photo features Stacy Thornton. Photo submitted.
Honors College alumna Stacy Thornton ’25 is heading to UNC Chapel Hill in August to pursue a Master of Science (M.S.) in speech and hearing sciences. Thornton came to App State and the Honors College in Fall 2021. She graduated in May 2025 with a Bachelor of Science in communication sciences and disorders and minors in American Sign Language and Appalachian studies. Thornton feels that her Honors education at App State has prepared her for this specific graduate program at UNC Chapel Hill.
She has this piece of advice to share to current Honors College students, “When it comes down to it, growth occurs when you step outside of your comfort zone. You’ll quickly learn how connected everyone is in the grand scheme of things and might land yourself a pivotal opportunity that may not have otherwise been available to you had you stayed in your comfort zone.”
Click here to read more about Stacy Thornton, her involvement in the Honors College, and her next steps.
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