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Stephenson is also earning a minor in Wildlife Rehabilitation, and spends the majority of her time at the May Wildlife Rehabilitation Center
Geckler, who is also earning a minor in Communication Arts and Design, is a three-season athlete, writing tutor, and member of the Experiential Learning Committee
Adams is a student-teacher, the founding captain of the college’s dance team, and a Sullivan Fellow
Chattin earned her associate degree at Surry Community College and went on to earn her bachelor's degree there through the Lees-McRae distance learning program
Throughout his time at Lees-McRae, Henline has been involved in all aspects of theatre production and has dismantled the idea of having an acting range
Lees-McRae alumni sprang into action during Hurricane Helene recovery
Adaptive instruction opens the benefits of outdoor recreation to a wider range of individuals
Barber, who is also earning a specialization in Wildlife Rehabilitation, has been involved in many clubs and organizations throughout the past four years
Hawks, who is also earning minors in Creative Writing and Appalachian Studies, has recently been published in multiple independent literary zines
Founded in 2005, this summer’s cohort will mark two decades of the program that seeks to transform the lives of Appalachian women
Exercise Science alumni Lauren Davidson, Matthew Dunn, and Joshua Hall talk about the program and the many doors it has opened for them
For nearly 40 years Pinnacle Inn operated as a beloved resort for guests seeking a mountain getaway, and the Inn’s echoes can still be found on campus today
Another year of memories made in the mountains
Professors of History Scott Huffard, Robert Turpin, and Mike Davis discuss their personal interests and why studying history is important
Sullivan Fellows Matthew Knafelz and Bea Adams participated in the two-week study abroad opportunity, which focused on social entrepreneurship
Many students have done their part to contribute to the recovery effort, whether in Banner Elk or from afar