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Don’t lose this book!

You’re starting a whole new adventure with Appalachian State University: living away from home, getting to know a new campus, taking new classes, meeting new friends. It’s a lot to handle all at once. What do you have to do before you show up for classes in August? What should you know about life here?

We’ve put together this book to help out. In these pages, we’ve compiled lots of helpful information, important things to do, and deadlines, along with insider tips. So when you show up on Move-In Day, you’ll be feeling less like a newbie and more like a well-seasoned student. www.admissions. appstate.edu/admitted

This is a time for adventure. Try to broaden your horizons and don’t take this experience for granted. This is not just about good grades.”

—Andrés Fisher, professor of cultural studies

MOU NTAINS of Opportunity

important dates february All Month – Begin checking for transfer course evaluation information. www.firstconnections.appstate.edu

February 1 – Online Housing Application opens.

February 13, 20 – Auditions for School of Music (see page 72).

February 15 – Priority date (for NC state residents) to complete the 20112012 FAFSA. www.fafsa.ed.gov

march

All Month – Check both your First Connections personal e-mail and your Appalachian e-mail weekly for important news for incoming students.

All Month – Orientation registration open.

All Month – Begin checking First Connections for transfer course evaluation information.

March 1 – Registration for Orientation begins. (Register early for your orientation; sessions fill fast!)

March 1 – Check out your enrollment checklist. www.admissions.appstate.edu/admitted March 1 – Registration for Parent & Family Orientation opens.

March 15 – Priority date (for out of state students) to complete the 2011- 2012 FAFSA. www.fafsa.ed.gov March 19 – Auditions for School of Music (see page 72).

March 30 – Deadline for prospective art majors to submit portfolio (see page 72).

april

All Month – All applications to the Honors College must be complete

by May 1.

All Month – Check both your First Connections personal e-mail and your Appalachian e-mail weekly for important news for incoming students.

All Month – Orientation registration open.

April 1 – Enrollment/Waiver process for the Student Health Insurance Requirement opens. www.healthservices.appstate.edu April 17 – Spring Open House www.openhouse.appstate.edu

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Mid-Month – Request to have final high school transcript and college transcript(s) mailed to Office of Admissions.

All Month – Check both your First Connections personal e-mail and your Appalachian e-mail weekly for important news for incoming students.

All Month – Review and complete the Report of Medical History and Immunization Form which must be submitted by July 1.

All Month – Before your Orientation session, submit your official AP/ IB/CLEP score information to the Office of Admissions.

May 1 – Deadline to complete applications to the Honors College.

May 1 – Deadline to submit your $200 nonrefundable advance payment to the Office of Admissions.

May 1 – Deadline to apply to the Math Science Summer Bridge program (see page 18).

May 1 – Deadline to submit your Online Housing Application.

May 10 – Complete your Early Registration Advising (see page 9).

May 20 – Last chance to register for Orientation.

june

All Month – Check both your First Connections personal e-mail and your Appalachian e-mail weekly for important news for incoming students.

All Month – Attend your selected Orientation session (dates listed on page 8).

All Month – Request to have final high school transcript and college transcript(s) mailed to Office of Admissions.

All Month – Review and complete the Report of Medical History and Immunization form which must be submitted by July 1.

All Month – Parents may register for the Parent & Family Association mailing list. www.parents.appstate.edu

july

All Month – Start saying goodbye to family and friends.

All Month – Check your Appalachian e-mail often for important news for incoming students.

July 1 – Deadline to submit the Enrollment/Waiver form for the health insurance requirement. www.healthservices.appstate.edu July 1 – Deadline for Student Health Service to receive your Report of Medical History and Immunization form (see page 50).

July 1 – Final deadline to have attended Orientation or registered for the August make-up session date.

July 6 – Deadline for prospective art majors to submit portfolio (see page 72).

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All Month – Check your Appalachian e-mail often for important news for incoming students.

August 1 – Plan what you want to bring to Appalachian and start packing.

August 16 – Move-In Day for on-campus transfer students attending the August 17 make-up Orientation.

August 17 – Move-In Day for freshmen attending the August 18–19 make-up Orientation.

August 17 – Transfer make-up Orientation.

August 18-19 – Freshman make-up Orientation.

August 19 – Move-In Day for all freshmen and on-campus transfer students who attended Orientation in May or June.

August 19-22 – Orientation Welcome Weekend for all new students.

August 23 – First day of classes.

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Orientation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Financial Aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Orientation Welcome Week . . . . . . 14

Paying Tuition and Fees . . . . . . . . 62

Summer Reading . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Taking Care of Your Money . . . . . . . 63

First Ascent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

FAQs on Finances . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Trailhead Academies . . . . . . . . . . 17 Math Science Summer Bridge . . . . . 18 FAQs on Orientation . . . . . . . . . . 20

academics University College . . . . . . . . . . . 69

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General Education . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Transfer Orientation . . . . . . . . . . 24

Advice and Support . . . . . . . . . . 74

Orientation Welcome Week . . . . . . 27

Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

Distinctive Academic Programs . . . . 71

FAQs on Transferring In . . . . . . . . 28

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beyond academics Boone and Beyond . . . . . . . . . . . 82

Parent & Family Orientation . . . . . . 31

The Great Outdoors . . . . . . . . . . 84

Parents Association . . . . . . . . . . . 33

What’s Happening . . . . . . . . . . . 87

living Residence Halls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Getting Involved . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 Athletics and Recreation . . . . . . . . 90

Moving to Appalachian . . . . . . . . . 42

directory

Living with Other People . . . . . . . . 46

Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93

Practical Stuff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95

FAQs on Living . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

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Orientation Welcome Week . . . . . 14 Summer Reading . . . . . . . . . .

Your first homework assignment

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First Ascent . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Add an outdoor adventure

Trailhead Academies . . . . . . . . . 17 Develop your leadership skills

Math Science Summer Bridge . . . . 18 Ready for success

FAQs on Orientation . . . . . . . .

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freshman orientation milestones ongoing  Look for information about Orientation registration in your email payment confirmation. You cannot register for Orientation until you have paid your nonrefundable advance payment.  Complete your Orientation registration form beginning March 1.  Check your AppalNet e-mail for Orientation information and updates.

may  May 1: Deadline for Appalachian to receive your advanced payment ($200) to “reserve your seat”  May 1: Deadline for Appalachian to receive your online housing application.  May 2: Last day to apply for Trailhead.  May 10: Take the online Math Placement Test on or before this date, if needed.  May 10: Take the online Foreign Language Placement Test, if needed.  May 10: Complete your Early Registration Advising (see page 9).  May 20: Deadline to register for Orientation.

july  July 1: Deadline for Student Health Service to receive your Report of Medical History and Immunization Form (see page 50).  July 1: Final deadline to have attended Orientation or registered for the August make-up session date.

august  August 17: Move-In Day for freshmen attending August 18-19 make-up Orientation (move-in time is noon–7 p.m.). August 19: Move-In Day for all freshmen and on-campus transfers who attended Orientation in May or June (move-in time is 9 am – 4 pm; specific move-in times will be assigned).  August 19-22: Orientation Welcome Weekend.  August 23: Classes begin.

If you need assistance during Orientation due to a disability, please contact the Office of Disability Services at least two weeks in advance. 828.262.3056. www.ods.appstate.edu

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Finding your way at Appalachian

We do everything possible to make the transition to college easy and exciting. We do that with programs, some required and some optional, designed to make sure you feel confident and in control (or at least look like you are) when you walk into your first class in late August.

Over the years, thousands of students have arrived on campus, excited but a little overwhelmed by the newness of it all. By working closely with new students, we’ve gotten a handle on what works and what doesn’t, when to offer a hand and when to push you out into the wide open on your own.

Just remember to be yourself, be open to new people and new experiences, and enjoy.

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Required activities 1. Early registration advising What it is: An online course to help you register for your first semester classes When: Prior to Orientation (May 10-May 25) Learn more: www.orientation.appstate.edu/era

2. Orientation What it is: A two-day introduction to Appalachian for you (and your parents) When: Eight sessions in May/June (plus one make-up session in August) Learn more: www.orientation.appstate.edu

3. Welcome Weekend What it is: A weekend of orientation activities and more When: August 19-22 Learn more: www.orientation.appstate.edu/welcome

Special options First Ascent What it is: Outdoor adventure program When: weekly through July and August Learn more: Page 16

Trailhead

What it is: Four-day leadership experience on how you can contribute to Appalachian When: June 16-19 and June 23-26 Learn more: Page 17 and www.trailhead.appstate.edu

Math Science Summer Bridge Program What it is: Free five-week oncampus experience for Math and Science majors When: July 5 through August 4 Learn more: Page 18 and www.cs.appstate.edu/step/ summerbridge

orientation session dates May 26-27

June 16-17

May 31-June1

June 20-21

June 6-7

June 23-24

June 13-14

June 27-28

Orientation is a 2-day program* for freshmen with a required overnight stay in a residence hall (unless you have a housing waiver for fall). *July 5 (one-day session only for students attending 2nd Session Summer School) *August 18-19 (makeup session; only if you can’t attend another session)

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ORIENTATION CHARGES: The orientation charge includes one night’s accommodations, linens, lunch and dinner on the first day, breakfast and lunch on the second day, an Academic Planner and Summer Reading materials. The estimated charge of $140 will be listed when you register and applied to your student account after you attend your orientation session.

Be sure to print a copy of your orientation registration for your records.

PARENTS OF STUDENTS: Please refer to the Parents and Families tab in this booklet or visit www.parents.appstate. edu for information about Parent & Family Orientation.

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Early Registration Advising

Early Registration Advising (ERA) is an online course about Appalachian's curriculum that teaches you how to select and register for your first semester classes. The course includes a series of short videos, informational guides, and other resources to help you select the classes you need.

Orientation at Appalachian is a process with three required parts: Early Registration Advising, Orientation, and Welcome Weekend. During Orientation, you’ll get a feel for campus, get together with your academic advisor to enhance and finalize your first semester classes, find out how you can get involved on campus, and meet new friends. While the vibe is relaxed, you’ll be taking important first steps in your life as a college student.

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Orientation

Orientation is a time when you will be given information about Appalachian’s academic requirements, general education courses, and many useful resources to help you become a knowledgeable and successful student. You will have time to learn more about your major or begin the process of exploring majors.

Orientation Schedule: see page 12. www.orientation.appstate.edu

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Welcome Weekend

While Orientation is about planning your academic life, Welcome Weekend is about what it’s really like to live here, where to go with questions, and how to get involved.

Welcome Weekend gives you the opportunity to settle into your new life as an Appalachian student with a combination of the practical information you need to know and the fun stuff that makes life here more interesting.

It makes the transition easier as you move from living at home and going to high school to living in a residence hall and going to college.

Welcome Weekend Schedule: see page 14. www.orientation.appstate.edu/welcome Facebook: Appalachian State University Welcome Weekend

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Orientation: eight steps to success Now that you know the three parts of the Orientation process, here is how they all work together and the steps you have to take to complete each one.

Questions? Call University College Academic Advising and Orientation at 828.262.2167.

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Submit the $200 nonrefundable advanced payment.

This first step is critical--you can’t “pass go” until you submit your payment. Pay online at www.firstconnections.appstate.edu.

Register for Orientation.

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After you complete step 1, you will receive an email confirminmg your payment and information about registering for Orientation.

Make sure you have two or three date options in case you are not able to get your first choice (see page 8 for dates). Register early to reserve your Orientation date—sessions fill up fast. The preliminary deadline to register is May 20. The final deadline to have attended orientation or registered for an August make-up session is July 1.

Complete Early Registration Advising (ERA).

After you register for Orientation, a link to ERA will appear on your First Connections checklist. This online component is available in early May and must be completed prior to your Orientation session. www.firstconnections.appstate.edu

Complete online placement testing (if needed).

You may have to take an online Math or Foreign Language placement test prior to your Orientation session. See page 11 to find out more or visit www.orientation.appstate.edu/placement-testing

Register for classes.

After completing ERA (and passing the quiz at the end!), register for your first semester classes. You will receive an email with registration information including your registration PIN. www.orientation.appstate.edu/class-registration

Attend Orientation.

During Orientation, you will have a chance to work with your Academic Advisor to review and, if necessary, adjust your class schedule. You will also receive your copy of the Summer Reading Book (see page 15). www.orientation.appstate.edu

Move-in.

Know your move-in date and get packing! See page 45 or visit www.admissions.appstate.edu/living

Attend Welcome Weekend.

Time to settle in to campus life. Welcome Weekend will show you how. See page 14 or visit www.orientation.appstate.edu/welcome

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Testing prior to Orientation You may have to take some placement tests and share some additional information before Orientation. This way, you and your academic advisor can begin your academic planning process. www.orientation.appstate.edu/placement-testing

Math placement test Required? This test is required if you have no transferring math credit or you scored less than 520 on SAT Math (or less than 22 on ACT Math).

How? Go directly to your First Connections account. A link for Math Placement will be on your checklist. Or, log in through www.mathplacement. appstate.edu.

Calculus readiness test Required? This test is required if you are not transferring in credit for Calculus 1 and you are planning on pursuing a math or science major.

Foreign language placement test Required? If you plan to take French, German, Latin, or Spanish courses, and do not have transfer credit for that particular language, you have to take a placement exam. The exam for French, German, and Spanish is online. The exam for Latin is a paper and pencil exam given during Orientation. If you’re interested in Chinese, Japanese, Russian, Arabic, or Portuguese, contact the department chairperson during orientation or at the beginning of fall semester: Room 519, Sanford Hall.

How? Go directly to your First Connections account. A link for Calculus Readiness Test will be on your checklist. Or, log in at www. mathplacement.appstate.edu.

How? Take the French, German, or Spanish placement tests online. Go to your First Connections account or log in directly through www.orientation. appstate.edu/foreign-languageplacement-tests. Take the Latin Placement test at Orientation.

Questions? Call the Math Department at 828.262.3050.

Questions? Call the Foreign Language Department at 828.262.3095.

If you have a documented disability, you can request testing accommodations for your placement tests. For details, call the Office of Disability Services at 828.262.3056 or visit www.ods.appstate.edu at least two weeks in advance.

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What to expect at orientation We’re looking forward to welcoming you to campus for orientation. Here’s some practical information that will help smooth your way. You’ll find a campus map on page 95 and directions to campus at www.web.appstate.edu/maps.

Checking In

Parking

Starting at 8:30 a.m., males check in at Hoey Residence Hall; females check in at Cannon Residence Hall.

Parents will be directed to drop off their student and then follow signs to Orientation parking. If students are traveling alone to Orientation, they should park temporarily and check in at Hoey or Cannon. Our orientation leaders will then direct them to Orientation parking and the AppCard Office (student ID center).

Students will be provided parking accommodations for one vehicle during Orientation. After you check in at your residence hall, look for the yellow Orientation Parking signs on Rivers Street to direct you to parking.

If you are traveling a long distance, students can arrive the night before, check in the residence hall from 7-9 p.m., and stay an extra night in a residence hall for an additional charge.

You must select the “Early Arrival” option when you register for orientation to check in the night before.

Schedule You’ll receive a detailed schedule at check-in on the first day of your session. The box below shows you generally what’s in store.

NOTE: If you are attending the Make-up Session in August, you will move into your permanent residence hall the day before and check in for Orientation on August 18 at Farthing Auditorium starting at 8:30 am.

Orientation Day One

Day Two

8:30 am Arrival, check-in, tours

8:30 am Placement testing

10:00 am Opening session for students and parents (Farthing Auditorium)

10:00 am - 2:00 pm*  Continued academic planning and individual advising

11:00 am - 5:00 pm  Small group advising and academic planning  Lunch with your Orientation Leader (SOUL)  Understanding the “Appalachian Way”  Departmental meeting and major planning  Meetings for special populations (Honor students, health professions majors, education majors, and more) 5:00 - 11:00 pm* Dinner and evening programming

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Registration and schedule adjustment * Most students will be able to meet their parents no later than 2:00 pm.

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get to know your orientation leaders SOUL

(Student Orientation Undergraduate Leader) During Orientation, you will work with an Academic Advisor and a Student Orientation Undergraduate Leader (SOUL). SOULs will be there to welcome you and your parents when you check-in at Orientation.

Ask them questions. They are great resources!

What to bring to Orientation  informal clothing and comfortable walking shoes  backpack and water bottle  rain gear and sweater or jacket  personal hygiene items (shampoo, soap, toothpaste, alarm clock, extra towel, etc.)  immunization information (if not already completed and returned)  copy of Advanced Placement scores and/or International Baccalaureate scores  if you are transferring credits from another institution, an evaluation will be available in your First Connections account or bring an unofficial copy of your transcript  your parents or guardians  your questions and concerns  an extra blanket

What NOT to bring  linens, towels, pillow, blanket (we’ll provide one of each; bring extra if needed)  uncomfortable clothes or shoes  friends not registered for orientation  pets

 SOULs will offer campus tours to help acquaint new students and parents with the University. If you arrive early, you should have time for a tour after you check-in.  SOULs will guide you in small groups through orientation activities. They will be carrying directional signs between sessions to help you find your next event.  SOULs work with your Academic Advisor to help ensure that you receive the information necessary for becoming successful members of the Appalachian community.  SOULs will be with you during meals and evening activities. Get to know them!  If you are lost, confused, or need assistance during Orientation, look for a SOUL. They wear matching shirts so they are easy to find! If SOULs can’t help you, they will know who can!

Appol Corps During Welcome Weekend, one of the first people you’ll meet on campus is your Appol Corps Orientation Welcome Weekend Leader. All 200 Appol Corps leaders remember the mixture of nervousness and excitement during the very first days on campus. It’s their job to make sure you get off to a great start, to answer any questions, and to guide you to resources you might need. They’ll introduce you to your Appol Corps group, about 30 fellow freshmen whom you’ll stick with throughout Orientation Welcome Weekend. (And in case you’re wondering, Appol is short for APPalachian Orientation Leaders.

You’ll find that “appol” and “appal” are used a lot around here, so get used to the sometimes corny, but lovable, apple puns.)

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Welcome Weekend schedule friday, aug. 19  Check into your residence hall (9 am - 4 pm) You will receive an email from Housing about when to move in, don’t worry, there will be lots of volunteers to help you move.

Many of the university offices you’ll be dealing with, from Residence Life to Financial Aid to the ID Center, will be open. See page 93 for a directory of important offices.  Residence Hall Floor Meetings (8 pm - 9 pm) Meet the students on your floor!  UREC Night (8 pm - 2 am) Climbing, kayaking, basketball, you name it--it’s happening at the Student Recreation Center.  APPS Films Double Feature (9 pm -1 am) Catch a movie--or two....outside!  Midnight Pancake Breakfast with live music (11 pm - 2 am) Free pancakes, bacon, juice, coffee...all the fixings!

saturday, aug. 20  It’s Appol Corps Time (1 pm - 3 pm) Get together with your orientation group and Appol Corps leader.  Chancellor’s New Student Convocation (3 pm -4:30 pm) Welcome to the Appalachian Family!  Dinner with Appol Corps (4:30 pm -6 pm) Hang out and eat dinner with your friends.  Appalachian Football Scrimmage (6 pm -8 pm) Catch the Mountaineers in action. See you at The Rock.  UREC Night II (8 pm -12 am) Climbing, kayaking, basketball, you name it--it’s happening again at the Student Recreation Center.  APPS Films Double Feature (9 pm -1 am) Catch a movie--or two....outside!

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 Get hypnotized (8 pm -10 pm) A night of fun with a nationally recognized hypnotist.

sunday, aug. 21  Spiritual Opportunities Fair (9 am -11 am) Find out more about the spiritual opportunities at Appalachian.  Appol Corps Meeting (1:30 pm - 2 pm) Learn more about and prepare for the day’s events.  Student/Faculty Exchange (2 pm - 3 pm) Chat with your professor about college classroom expectations.  Summer Reading (3 pm - 4 pm) Discuss the Summer Reading Book.  Find Yosef/Campus Walk (4 pm - 5 pm) Yosef is lost! Help find him, your classes, and win a prize or two!  Carnival Night (8 pm -11 pm) Games, prizes, and live music.

monday, aug.22  Expo and Resource Fair (10 am -1 pm) Over 300 clubs and organizations will be there. Find the clubs and organizations for you!  Resource Fair Break-out Sessions (2 pm - 3 pm) Representatives from several academic services will be available to show you the resources available to help you succeed.

tuesday through saturday, aug. 23 - 27  Each evening during the first week of classes, additional activities, programs, and events will be offered.

NOTE: Events and times are subject to change.

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You’ll need various usernames and passwords to become an official Appalachian student. Here’s how to keep them straight.

First Connections username and password:

Unless you’ve changed it, use the username and password that were assigned to you.

If you’ve forgotten them, DO NOT create a new First Connections account. Go to www.firstconnections. appstate.edu and click on “Forgot your username or password?”

Appalachian e-mail account username:

Your official Appalachian username should be your last name and initials.

Password: A random number is initially assigned.

You are required to change the password when you first log in. If you forget it, you can reset your password at www.password.appstate. edu

Use your appalachian e-mail account username and password for:

 Math Placement Test  Online housing application  Access to your AppalNet e-mail (See page 77)

Foreign language placement test access password: apps1

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Summer reading You haven’t even started classes yet, and yes, you have a reading assignment. But it’s one we think you’ll enjoy, Born to Run by Chris McDougall. Each year, Appalachian selects a book by a contemporary author whose characters confront issues that 18-year-old readers can identify with and whose themes span the academic disciplines. Previous selections include Greg Mortenson’s Three Cups Of Tea, Jeannette Walls’ memoir The Glass Castle, and Stephen Dubner’s bestseller Freakonomics. Having all incoming students read the same book brings everyone together and launches your intellectual experience at Appalachian.

You’ll receive a copy of Born to Run and supplemental materials during summer Orientation.

Plan to read them

by August 21, before Orientation Welcome Week begins, at which Some of the titles from years past. You’ll time you’ll take part receive this year’s selection on the day you in discussions about check in for Orientation. the book. During fall semester, the book will be required reading in some classes, and there will be related events and activities, including the University Fall Convocation on September 15, when Chris McDougall will speak. www.summerreading.appstate.edu

what’s the best way to make the transition to Appalachian?

Meet as many people as possible. Say hello and introduce yourself to everyone you meet. It can’t hurt. It may be weird, but do it. It pays off, I promise. Be yourself because you will meet many people who like you for who you are.

Brett Bloomquist | Senior | Greensboro, North Carolina

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what’s was the best piece of advice you got about making the move to college?

Money management. I sat down with my parents before coming to college and talked about budgeting my money—not a strict budget, but one to go by so by the end of the semester I wasn’t living off of water and Ramen Noodles. It really helped.

Clint Coffey | Alumnus | Lenoir, North Carolina

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On the wild side: First Ascent Take a hike on the wild side with First Ascent, Appalachian’s wilderness orientation program for first year students. It’s completely optional, but it’s a great way to spend four days exploring the spectacular forests near Appalachian’s campus with your new classmates.

The First Ascent experience is about challenge and leadership, living intentionally and connecting with others who share your interest in the outdoors. Whether you have never been camping before or you’re an Outward Bound veteran, everyone is welcome.

Along with about a dozen of your fellow students, you’ll hike, sweat, talk, camp, swim, laugh and learn.

The terrain in the mountains is challenging, but once you've seen the amazing views from the roof of North Carolina’s high country you’ll know it was well worth a few sore muscles. You’ll get to know other students who become lifelong friends. You’ll gain confidence and develop skills. You’ll do things you never thought you could.

Our trips are led by our experienced Outdoor Programs student trip leaders, who can’t wait to share their passion for adventure and Appalachian with you.

There can be only one first ascent. Start your college career on a path to somewhere.

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Dates: First Ascent sessions go out weekly through July and August.

For more information and specific dates visit the website.

www.op.appstate.edu Facebook: Outdoor Programs AppState

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Everybody on my First Ascent trip was just so friendly and funny and welcoming. From the start, it was like a family.”

—First Ascent participant

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Learning Leadership: Trailhead Academies Are you interested in developing your leadership skills? Do you want to know how you can make a real impact at Appalachian?

Trailhead Academies is the answer.

Appalachian’s Lee H. McCaskey Center for Student Involvement and Leadership sponsors this four-day session for some of the strongest students in the incoming freshman class.

Appalachian offers Trailhead Academies twice in the summer, each with about 16 students. You’ll meet other interesting, talented, and motivated students and you’ll learn how you can contribute to life at Appalachian. Appalachian also offers leadership programs throughout the year—and throughout your time in college.

How to apply: Go to www.trailhead.appstate.edu

and look for the “Application” link.

Deadline to apply is May 2. You’ll find out if you’ve been selected for Trailhead by May 9.

Dates: Trailhead is offered twice— June 16-19 and June 23-26, 2011. You can coordinate your schedule by choosing the Orientation session that follows the Trailhead Academy session.

www.trailhead.appstate.edu www.csil.appstate.edu, click on “Leadership Opportunities” Facebook: CSIL

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Ready for success: Math Science Summer Bridge Program

Want to major in science or math but need a little help preparing for calculus? The Math Science Summer Bridge Program will help you gain the skills you will need to succeed and along the way you’ll meet faculty and other new students-friends you will keep all four years.

The Program takes place during the second summer session so you will get a jump start on being an Appalachian student. All this, and it’s free too! Costs of attending, including housing, meals, and in-state tuition are paid for, thanks to a STEP grant from the National Science Foundation. Incoming freshmen Chemistry, Computer Science, Geology, Mathematics, and Physics and Astronomy majors are encouraged to apply.

How to apply: Go to

www.cs.appstate.edu/step/ summerbridge to apply. The

application deadline is May 1, but applications will be accepted after that date if space is available.

Dates: The Summer Bridge Program takes place during second summer session--July 5 through August 4, 2011.

Costs: None! The program, including housing, meals, and instate tuition and fees is free. www.cs.appstate.edu/step/ summerbridge

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It’s a great experience to figure out what college is actually like before you are here in the fall and have to do everything for yourself. It may not seem like a lot of fun to be in classes all day, but in the long run it is great because when I start classes in the fall I will have people here who I know can help me.”

— Aimee Messier of Concord, NC

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Nervous?

It’s not at all unusual to feel some apprehension about going to college. A few tips: Meet new friends on

Facebook: AppState Class of 2015 The Facebook group, AppState Class of 2015, is only for students admitted in 2011. Join the group and jump in on the discussions with other newly admitted students.

Go to orientation events.

Even if the event is optional, go! The important thing is that you’re out there meeting new people, making friends, and building a support network.

Introduce yourself.

It’s tough to make that first step in saying hello to a stranger. But the more you introduce yourself, the more likely you’ll meet someone you connect with.

Get out.

Fight the urge to hibernate in your room. Don’t stay in to read, watch TV, or eat a snack—head to the lounge down the hall. You’ll meet more people.

Get involved.

Join a club. You’ll already have something in common with other members, so starting a conversation is easy.

STAY CONNECTED. You may feel twinges of homesickness. Expect this and be ready to cope by calling or e-mailing home.

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FAQs on Orientation No one from my school is going to Appalachian, so I won’t know anyone. How will I survive?

Remember, there will be hundreds of freshmen who won’t know anyone either.

You’ll have the opportunity to meet other students and student leaders during the “planning” part of Orientation and during the “getting settled” part of Orientation Welcome Week, when student leaders help you get to know other freshmen. And it helps to set your usual inhibitions aside during your first days on campus and to walk up to other people and introduce yourself or start making small talk. In no time, you’ll feel like you’ve had your new friends for years.

Do I really have to do the summer reading?

We know, you’ve already had about a dozen years of summer reading lists. But this summer reading assignment is a bit different. Because every incoming student reads the same book, it gives you some common ground—and an excuse to make conversation with someone you don’t know yet. As the foundation for some small group sessions during orientation and campus events during fall semester, the book also introduces you to Appalachian’s intellectual life.

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Coming from a small town, I was initially nervous at the prospect of suddenly being immersed in a school of 15,000 or so students.

Right away, however, I encountered friendly faces and open, authentic people who gave warm smiles of welcome.”

If there are already two orientations, why would I consider first ascent or trailhead?

The two orientation sessions cover the basics of what you need to know.

The optional programs—First Ascent and Trailhead—offer you a way to enrich or get a jump on some aspect of your college experience. And in all cases, you’re bound to make new friends before classes start. Besides, they give you something a lot more interesting, rewarding, and fun to do than hang out at the pool or work at the pizza place all summer.

—Marlowe Eliza Crews, ’13

...when you're in our home, you become a mountaineer.”

Aside from the beauty and tranquility of the school, the vibe in the air is unity.

Appalachian is a school with its arms wide open prepared to embrace and support every student. No matter who you are- when you're in our home, you become a mountaineer.

The deep-rooted friendships formed at Appalachian will last a lifetime. In the midst of tailgating before football games and exploring new trails off the Blue Ridge Parkway, peers and roommates turn into lasting friendships. The cafeteria no longer is just a place to eat, but a place to share life with one another in between classes. Walking through the union you'll hear laughter and conversations taking place over coffee.

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It's not the physical buildings on our campus that make Appalachian unique, but the relationships between people inside them. In all types of weather students gather on Sanford Mall to play frisbee, hammock, and study together. I love how uplifting and tight knit our University is.

–Katie Zaccardo ’12

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transfer orientation Transfer Orientation . . . . . . . . . 24 Plan your classes

Welcome Weekend . . . . . . . . . . 27 Get involved on campus

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 Look for information about Transfer Orientation in your payment confirmation e-mail (after you send in your nonrefundable advance payment).  Check your e-mail for orientation information and updates.  Applications for the Honors College will be reviewed through May 1 (only for Transfer students with less than 45 hours).  Stay informed about transfer student resources at www.transfer.appstate.edu.  Check First Connections for transfer evaluation information at www.firstconnections.appstate. edu.

may  Request official final college transcript(s).  May 20: Deadline to register for Orientation.

june  June 3: Transfer Orientation.  June 10: Transfer Orientation.

july  July 1: Deadline for Student Health Services to receive your Report of Medical History and Immunization Form (see page 50).  July 1: Final deadline to have attended Orientation or registered for the August make-up session date.

august  August 16: Move-In Day for transfer students living on campus and attending the make-up Orientation session on Aug. 17.  August 17: Make-up Orientation for transfer students.  August 19-22: Transfer Orientation Welcome Weekend.  August 23: Classes begin.

If you need assistance during Orientation due to a disability, please contact the Office of Disability Services at least two weeks in advance. 828.262.3056. www.ods.appstate.edu

transfer orientation As a transfer student, you’re an important part of the Appalachian community. And you’re not alone: you’ll be joining about 800 students who are transferring to Appalachian from other colleges and universities.

Becoming an Appalachian student

We think you’ll find it easy to become part of life in the classrooms and labs, on the athletic fields, and through student groups and campus events.

You’ll find new opportunities here, but there will be challenges too, as you get used to a new campus, new classes, and new routines. Even though you already have a good taste of college life, it’s important to remember that every university is different.

So try not to assume that the way things were done at your previous institution will be the same at Appalachian. If you’re unsure about something, don’t hesitate to ask. You’ll find a lot of people here happy to help.

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Transfer orientation If you’re transferring to Appalachian, you’ve probably already been through orientation at another college or university. But Appalachian is a new school for you. It makes sense to learn as much as you can about Appalachian so you can make the most of everything here. www.admissions.appstate.edu/transfer-students

Two required parts transfer orientation

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Early Registration Advising (ERA)

ERA is an online course about Appalachian's curriculum that teaches you how to select and register for your first semester classes. The course includes a series of short videos, informational guides, and other resources to help you select the classes you need. www.orientation.appstate.edu/era

Transfer orientation dates May 20 - only for Transfers attending 1st Session Summer School

June 3 June 10 July 5 - only for Transfers attending 2nd Session Summer School

August 17 - make-up session; only if you can’t attend a summer session

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On-campus Orientation

At an on-campus orientation session you’ll meet with faculty members in your academic interest area, meet with an academic advisor and take care of placement tests (if you haven’t already taken them)— everything to get you started on the right foot academically.

Shortly after you got the news that you were accepted at Appalachian, you should have received access to a transfer evaluation through your First Connections account. During orientation, an academic advisor will go over the evaluation with you so you’ll know how many of your credits from your previous institution transferred to Appalachian and what degree requirements you still need to fulfill.

Questions? Call Academic Advising and Orientation at 828.262.2167.

Transfer Orientation Schedule 8:30 am Arrival, check-in, tours (Farthing Audiorium) 9:00 am Opening session for students, parents and family (Farthing Auditorium) 10:30 am - 5:00 pm**  Departmental meetings within academic area of interest and major planning  Lunch and questions with your Orientation Leader (SOUL)  Placement testing  Meetings for special populations (Honors students, health professions majors, education majors, and more  Academic planning, registration/schedule adjustment and individual/group advising **Although you may finish earlier, some transfer students may not be finished with orientation until close to 5 pm. Please plan accordingly.

Note: A detailed schedule will be provided when students check-in for orientation.

For schedule updates and changes, go to www.orientation.appstate.edu.

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Costs Orientation charges include programming expenses, an Academic Planner, lunch and Summer Reading material. Charges will be listed when you register and are applied to your student account after you attend orientation. orientation.appstate.edu/ planning-your-session

How to register  After you submit your nonrefundable advance payment, you’ll receive an e-mail confirmation with information about how to register for an on-campus orientation session.  Review the orientation session dates (see left) and check your calendar.  You will be directed to the First Connections website to register for orientation. Register online before May 20.

Getting here We’re looking forward to welcoming you to campus for orientation.

You’ll find a campus map on page 95 and directions at www.web.appstate. edu/maps. Students will be provided parking accommodations during the on-campus orientation session.

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Freshman Transfer?

Confused about whether you are a transfer student or a freshman because of the transfer hours you are bringing to Appalachian? If you graduated from high school in spring/summer 2011, you are considered a freshman no matter how many transfer credits you are bringing in.

You’ll walk to your orientation sessions, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes. You’ll receive a detailed schedule once you arrive here. All sessions are mandatory unless otherwise noted on your orientation schedule.

What to bring  comfortable walking shoes  sweater or jacket  backpack and water bottle  rain gear  immunization information (if not already completed and returned)  a copy of Advanced Placement scores, and/or International Baccalaureate scores, if applicable  a sealed copy of your transcripts(s) from every college/university you have attended  an official evaluation is available in your First Connections account  your parents/guardians/spouses, if they’d like to attend. For info and a schedule for parents, go to www.parents.appstate.edu.  your questions and concerns

Follow the Orientation parking signs when you arrive on campus.

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What to do before orientation

Foreign Language Placement Test Required? If you plan to take French, German, Latin, or Spanish courses, and do not have transfer credit for that

welcome weekend schedule friday, aug. 19

sunday, aug. 21

 UREC Night (8 pm -2 am) Climbing, kayaking, basketball, you name it--it’s happening at the Student Recreation Center.

 Spiritual Opportunities Fair (9 am - 11 am) Find out more about the spiritual opportunities at Appalachian

 APPS Films Double Feature (9 pm -1 am) Catch a movie--or two.... outside!

 Appol Corps Meeting (1:30 pm - 2 pm) Learn more about and prepare for the day’s events

 Midnight Pancake Breakfast with live music (11 pm -2 am) Free pancakes, bacon, juice, coffee...all the fixings!

 Summer Reading (3 pm - 4 pm) Discuss the Summer Reading Book

 It’s Appol Corps Time (1 pm - 3 pm) Get together with your orientation group and Appol Corps leader

 Find Yosef/Campus Walk (4 pm 5 pm) Yosef is lost! Help find him, your classes, and win a prize or two!

 Chancellor’s New Student Convocation (3 pm - 4:30 pm) Welcome to the Appalachian Family!

 Carnival Night (8 pm - 11 pm) Games, prizes, and live music.

 Appalachian Football Scrimmage (6 pm - 8 pm) Catch the Mountaineers in action. See you at The Rock.  UREC Night II (8 pm - 12 am) Climbing, kayaking, basketball, you name it--it’s happening again at the Student Recreation Center.  APPS Films Double Feature (9 pm - 1 am) Catch a movie--or two....outside!  Get hypnotized (8 pm - 10 pm) A night of fun with a nationally recognized hypnotist.

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 Student/Faculty Exchange (2 pm 3 pm) Chat with your professor about college classroom expectations

saturday, aug. 20

 Dinner with Appol Corps (4:30 pm - 6 pm) Hang out and eat dinner with your friends.

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monday, aug.22  Expo and Resource Fair (10 am - 1 pm) Over 300 clubs and organizations will be there. Find the clubs and organizations for you!  Resource Fair Break-out Sessions (2 pm - 3 pm) Representatives from several academic services will be available to show you the resources available to help you succeed.

tuesday through saturday, aug. 23 - 27  Each evening during the first week of classes, additional activities, programs, and events will be offered.

NOTE: Events and times are subject to change.

particular language, you have to take a placement exam. The exam for French, German, and Spanish is online. The exam for Latin is a paper and pencil exam, given during the on-campus Orientation session. If you’re interested in Chinese, Japanese, or Russian, contact the department chairperson during your orientation session or at the beginning of fall semester: Room 519, Sanford Hall.

When: After you submit your nonrefundable advance payment.

How: Go to your First Connections account. A link for Calculus Readiness Test will be on your checklist. Or, log in directly through www.mathplacement.appstate.edu.

Questions? Call the Math Department at 828.262.3050.

When: After you submit your nonrefundable advance payment.

If you have a documented disability, you can request a testing accomodations for your placement tests. For details, call the Office of Disability Services at 828.262.3056. www.ods.appstate.edu

How: Take the French, German, or Spanish placement tests online. Go to your First Connections account or, log-in directly through www.orientation.appstate. edu/foreign-language-placement-tests.

Questions? Call the Foreign Language Department at 828.262.3095.

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Teaching Education Major?

You can apply to live on campus in the Community of Transfer Education Majors. For “Unique Housing Options” go to www.housing.appstate.edu

Math Placement Test Required? If you have no transferring math credit or you scored less than 520 on SAT Math (or less than 22 on ACT Math).

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When: After you submit your nonrefundable advance payment.

If you’re interested in the possibility of living on-campus, you can apply. Unfortunately, however, most transfer students do not receive on-campus housing because they are assigned housing after freshmen and returning students have been assigned.

For information regarding off-campus housing resources, go to

How: Go to your First Connections account. A link for Math Placement will be on your checklist. Or, log in directly through www.mathplacement.appstate.edu.

Calculus Readiness Test Required? If you are not transferring in credit for Calculus 1 and you are planning on pursuing a math or science major.

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Welcome Weekend: getting settled Right before classes begin, there’s another orientation session especially for transfer students. The focus is on getting involved and finding your niche at Appalachian. Although this orientation session is not required for transfer students, we strongly encourage you to take part because it will make your transition easier. www.orientation.appstate.edu/welcome Facebook: Appalachian State University Welcome Weekend

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FAQs on transferring Why do I need to come to orientation?

Even though you’ve already done college-level work, the requirements, policies, and courses will not be the same here as they were at your previous institution. During your required on-campus Orientation session, you’ll learn about Appalachian, plan a program of study tailored to your needs, and meet other transfer students. All of these things will help you make a successful transition. They’re important enough that we require every transfer student to be part of the on-campus transfer Orientation session.

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I had really good grades at my previous school. Does my gpa transfer?

No, you will start a new GPA when you receive your first grade report.

I have questions about my transcript. Who should I contact?

You can contact the Office of Transfer Articulation to address concerns about your transcript. 828.262.7877 or ota@appstate.edu

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When will I register for classes at Appalachian?

Appalachian has something for everyone - your whole first semester is a time to try out new things. Take advantage of the Club Expo in the student union during your first week of classes and take the time to really find your niche-you won’t regret it!

—Madisson Barnett ’12

Tips for transfer students

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You will register for classes as part of the the Orientation process. As discussed on page 9, you will complete an Early Registration Advising course prior to Orientation and beginning May 10. When you complete and pass the course, you will receive an email with a PIN and registration information.

You can then begin registering for your first semester classes. Remember, during your Orientation session, you will meet with your major department and academic advisor to complete your schedule. www.transfer.appstate.edu.

 Keep your first semester at Appalachian reasonable. So don’t register for too many classes, start a job working more than 20 hours a week, and join 10 student organizations. Give yourself a little time to get used to college.  Make every effort to understand your transfer evaluation and communicate early with the Office of Transfer Articulation if you have any questions. A little work on the front end can help make the registration process go smoothly. For more information contact ota@appstate.edu or call 828.262.7877.

 When choosing courses, check the prerequisites carefully. See the undergraduate bulletin at www.registrar.appstate.edu/ catalogs  Feeling overwhelmed or confused? Need help with a paper?

Visit your academic advisor, who can steer you in the right direction.  Get involved. Join a group or an intramural team. You’ll feel connected—and have more fun.  For announcements about student socials and other news.

www.transfer.appstate.edu

Parent and Family Orientation . . .

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parents and family milestones february  February 15: Last day to complete the FAFSA if you’re a North Carolina resident and want to be considered for certain state grants.

march  March 1: Registration for Parent & Family Orientation begins.

april  Make sure your student has returned the Acceptance Agreement Form and paid the nonrefundable advance payment.  Make sure you have registered for Parent & Family Orientation.

may  May 1: Deadline to submit your student’s $200 nonrefundable advance payment to the Office of Admissions.  Make sure your student has requested a final high school transcript be sent to Office of Admissions.  May 20: Deadline for your student to register for summer Orientation.  Plan your orientation accommodations (see page 34). Remember, your freshman will be staying on campus.

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june  Attend Parent & Family Orientation session.  Get an early start and plan Fall Family Weekend accommodations.

july  July 1: Deadline for Appalachian to receive your student’s Report of Medical History and Immunization Form (see page 50).  July 1: Final deadline for your student to have attended Orientation or registered for the August make-up session date.

august  August 16: Move-In Day for on-campus transfer students attending August 17 make-up Orientation (move-in time is 2 – 6 pm).  August 17: Move-In Day for freshmen attending August 18-19 make-up Orientation (move-in time is noon – 7 pm).  August 19: Move-In Day for all freshmen and on-campus transfers who attended Orientation in May or June (move-in time is 9 am – 4 pm; specific move-in times will be assigned).  August 20-26: Orientation Welcome Week activities for all new students.

september  Fall Family Weekend.

www.parents.appstate.edu

If you need assistance during Orientation due to a disability, please contact the Office of Disability Services at least two weeks in advance. 828.262.3056. www.ods.appstate.edu

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Orienting yourself to the Appalachian experience

This summer, your student will take part in an orientation planning session, meeting with an advisor to map out his or her academic program for the fall and beyond. At the same time, you’re invited to join your student on campus, meet faculty members and administrators, and attend sessions especially for parents and families covering topics from residence halls to academics to campus life. We want to provide the knowledge you need to empower your son or daughter to become a problem-solver on his or her own. Have questions about anything?

Please ask: we’re here to help. www.parents.appstate.edu

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Registering for Parent & Family Orientation Choose the most convenient orientation session for both you and your student. For dates, see page 8 (if you’re the parent or guardian of a first-year student) or page 24 (if you’re the parent or guardian of a transfer student). Go to www.parents.appstate. edu to register for your Parent & Family Orientation session. Register early and be sure to coordinate with your son or daughter’s selected orientation session date. Sessions fill up fast. Parent & Family Orientation

registration will not begin before March 1, 2011 and there is a fee, which includes all materials and a meal.

IMPORTANT:  If you can’t make it to orientation, please don’t send a friend or sibling with your child. We won’t be able to accommodate them in the residence hall and they can’t take part in orientation activities.  Unfortunately, we’re unable to offer any childcare services during orientation. We can’t accommodate children of any age; so if you bring children with you, please plan to provide other activities for them.

Surviving Move-in Day and beyond Watching your son or daughter leave the nest can be an exciting, yet emotional, experience. A few tips to get you and your student through the first days and weeks:  Resist the urge to take care of every last detail for your student as he or she is getting settled into the residence hall. For more on Move-In Day, see page 42.

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 Understand your son/daughter will be busy. Orientation Welcome Weekend starts at 1:00 pm on Saturday the day after Move-In day. Extend your weekend and enjoy Boone and the High Country, but remember that your son/ daughter will be involved in planned orientation programs and activities.  Arrange a plan for communication. Agree to e-mail or talk by phone.

Now’s a time when a letter by old-fashioned snail mail will be particularly appreciated. And care packages are always welcome. Don’t panic if your student doesn’t call home a lot—or if your student calls every day.

All students have their own ways of making the transition to university life.  Realize your role is changing. The best way for your son/daughter to learn responsibility and time management is by experience, so try not to give in to those parental instincts to fix everything.

Instead, encourage your student to take advantage of Appalachian’s programs, resources, and staff to help resolve issues.  Move-In Day, or sometimes called “stop and drop” is not the time to linger for the long goodbye. Plan a time prior to August 19 for family closure.

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If you're a parent or guardian of a transfer student

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Transfer students attend a one-day orientation session in the summer.

Parents and guardians are invited to a one-day information session. For more information about transferring, see the section starting on page 21. There is a fee for participants. Go to parents. appstate.edu to register and view the schedule.

As a parent (or person who serves in that role) of an Appalachian student, you’re automatically considered a member of the Parents & Family Association. It’s free; there are no membership fees.

Appalachian’s Parents & Family Association has been around since 1988 as a way to involve parents and families in the life of the university.

Early registration advising

Find out more about the Parents & Family Association during summer orientation and during Fall Family Weekend in September.

Early Registration Advising (ERA) is an online course about Appalachian's curriculum so your student can learn how select and register for the classes he/she needs for their first semester. www.orientation.appstate.edu/era

www.parents.appstate.edu HIGHLIGHTS:

After your student registers for Orientation (see page 10), an “Early Registration Advising” icon will appear on his/her First Connection checklist.

This online component will be available in early May and must be completed prior to your student's scheduled Orientation session.

 As a member, you’ll receive Appalachian Today, the university magazine.  You can volunteer during freshman Move-In Day with meeting, greeting, and toting.

NOTE TO STUDENTS: Yes, we know. This book is all about you . . . so what is this section for parents and families doing here?

Well, even though they’re not the ones who’ll be studying and sweating through that 20-page paper, they’re still an important part of the college experience. They want to know what to expect and how they can give you support as you start your life as an Appalachian student (and besides, they might be footing the bill). So lend this book to them. Just be sure to ask for it back when they’re finished with it.

NOTE TO PARENTS: While First Connections is a guide for incoming Appalachian students, it serves as a guide for parents and families, too. This section is specifically for you, but the rest of the book also includes information you might find helpful or interesting as a parent or guardian.

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 Get involved with special projects that enrich the lives of students.

Questions? Call University College Advising and Orientation at 828.262.2167.

 Sign up for the monthly e-mail newsletter at www.parents.appstate.edu.

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My son and I attended orientation this week and we have only positive things to say. Being a typical cool 18-year-old, my son showed more enthusiasm than I’ve seen in a long time” —Parent of Appalachian student

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Parent & Family Orientation Getting here You’ll find a campus map on page 95 and directions to campus at www.appstate.edu/maps. If you’re traveling a long distance, you can arrive the night before and your student can stay overnight in a residence hall for an additional charge.

Accommodations As a parent or guardian you may stay overnight on Appalachian’s campus at the Broyhill Inn & Conference Center, owned by the university. Alumni and parents receive a discounted rate. Call the Broyhill at 800.951.6048 or 828.262.2204 and request the Orientation rate or room block. Rooms must be reserved in advance for the discounted rate. www.broyhillinn.com www.parents.appstate.edu

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Students will be provided parking accommodations for one vehicle during Orientation.

Schedule You’ll receive a detailed schedule

Parents bring to orientation:  Comfortable shoes for walking to sessions  Sweatshirt, sweater, or light jacket as the buildings can be cool  Umbrella for unexpected rain showers  Paper and pen to take notes  Please do NOT bring pets to Orientation!

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the first day of orientation. For the latest schedule information, visit www.parents.appstate.edu * Please DO NOT BRING PETS to Orientation!

While you’re here Why not turn your visit to campus into a little getaway? A few possibilities:  Get outdoors and take in the beauty

and adventure with hiking, biking, boating, fishing, golfing, and more.

Go to www.highcountryhost.com and click on “Recreation.”  Check out downtown Boone, with its

friendly shops and restaurants. www.visitboonenc.com  Explore the four vineyards in the

Boone area. www.swancreekvineyards.com  Minutes from Boone is Blowing

Rock, with upscale shops, fine restaurants, and a performing arts center. www.blowingrock.com  Learn about the area, accommoda-

tions, dining, shopping, and upcoming events. www.highcountryhost.com

Fall Family Weekend Move-In Day has a tendency to go by in a blur. That’s why we invite families to come back for Fall Family Weekend in September or early October. You are invited to join your student on campus for a variety of activities and events. Some of the options include joining the Appalachian and the Community Together (ACT) Office for a volunteer project in the High Country, talking with an Appalachian administrator, taking your students and his/her friends out to eat, and enjoying tailgating at The Rock and Appalachian football. Remember, too, that fall break is another great time to “catch up” with your son or daughter. www.parents.appstate.edu

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What and how to pack

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living milestones february  February 1: Online housing application available  February 1: Residential Learning Community application available

april  April 16: Spring Open House

may  May 1: Deadline for Appalachian to receive your Fall Online Housing Application.

june  June 15: Deadline to apply for Residential Learning Communities  June 30: Deadline for roommate request and changes

july  July 1: Deadline for Appalachian to receive your Report of Medical History and Immunization Form (see page 50).  Mid to end of July: Appalachian e-mails housing assignments

august  August 16: Move-In Day for on-campus transfer students attending August 17 make-up Orientation.  August 17: Move-In Day for freshmen attending August 18-19 make-up Orientation.

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 August 19: Move-In Day for all freshmen and on-campus transfers who attended Orientation in May or June (move-in time is 9 am – 4 pm; specific move-in times will be assigned).

september  September 6: Room change period.

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Making a home here

Living on campus with so many people of your own age, you’ll learn a lot—about yourself and others. You’ll learn to manage your time and be more independent. You’ll learn about the perspectives of people who are like and unlike you. You’ll learn the challenges and rewards of living in a community. You’ll encounter difficult situations; you’ll have fun. In short, it’s a great step to living on your own. If you’re an incoming freshman, you’ll live on campus for the fall and spring semesters—unless you’re married, a single parent, a veteran, a student over the age of 25, or you’ll be living with a parent or guardian. If you’re a transfer student, see page 27. Students tell us that living on campus was an important part of becoming an Appalachian student, making friends, and getting involved.

Here you’ll find out what to expect and how to take advantage of it.

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How to apply for housing Once you accept your offer of admission and submit your nonrefundable advance payment you can apply for housing online.

Here’s what to do:

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Click on “Residence Hall License Contract.” This includes all the important policies and regulations you need to know about living here, so read it carefully. You don’t need to return anything.  Go to www.housing.appstate.edu.

Click on “Online Housing Application,” and follow the directions. You’ll have the opportunity to find your own roommate by building a profile and reviewing other prospective student profiles.

You’ll also agree to the policies of the Residence Hall License Contract here.  If you have any changes to your housing

application, you can make these changes online. Changes must be received by June 30.  If you are a transfer student, please

see page 27 for additional information about housing options.

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In July, we’ll e-mail out your housing assignment for the fall semester. Keep in mind that it’s possible your assignment could change. If there are withdrawals or changes in enrollment, we may have to ad-

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Residential Learning Communities include: - Cannon Hall  Art Haus

Community - Bowie Hall

 Brain Matters Community

- Belk Hall  Business Exploration Com-

munity - Belk Hall

 Community of Future

Educators - Cone Hall

- White Hall

Community - Living Learning Center

- Eggers Hall  Black and Gold

 Sisterhood Experience

- Justice Hall  Language and Culture

 Sophomore Year

Experience - Newland Hall

 Living Free Community

 The Ultimate Man

- Coltrane Hall  Living Green Community

- Frank Hall  North Carolina Teaching

Fellows - Living Learning Center

 Service and Leadership

Community - Hoey Hall

Questions? Contact the housing assignments office at 828.262.6111.

Living on campus options Appalachian has 20 residence halls throughout campus which are home to about 5000 students. These halls range from traditional residence halls to suites and apartments to learning communities that revolve around a particular theme. When you fill out your housing application, you'll be able to tell us your preferences and we'll do our best to meet your needs.

Residential Learning Communities Many freshmen choose to live in a Residential Learning Community (RLC) based on a particular major, hobby, or interest. (See list above.) If you choose to live in an RLC, you’ll live on a designated floor or building with students who share your similar interest. Students in our RLCs find that they build friendships more easily, post higher GPAs, and feel a greater connection to the campus community. RLC’s are an option for students of any major to live together with other students who share either an academic or non-academic interest.

Education Community - Cone Hall

Community - Living Learning Center

- Doughton Hall

just and rearrange the housing assignments.

If that happens, we’ll let you know as soon as possible via e-mail. When you get your housing assignment, you’ll also get contact information for your roommate. (For more about roommates, see page 46.)

 Transfer Teacher

 Watauga Global

 Outdoor Community

 Pedal Power

- Lovill Hall

More about theme housing at www.housing.appstate.edu.

All RLC’s have a linked course designed to allow students within a community to take a class together.

To apply for an RLC, simply indicate your interest on your genral housing application. www.housing.appstate.edu.

Housing costs The room rates depend on the residence hall. Housing rates include all rent and utilities (except long distance phone service). The rates for the 2011-2012 academic year are: Traditional residence Halls: $1,900/semester $3,800/academic year Justice and East Halls: $1,950/semester $3,900/academic year Living Learning Center and Newland Hall: $2,150/semester $4,300/academic year Cannon/Doughton/Frank/Hoey/White/ Lovill/Cone Halls: $2,100/semester $4,200/academic year Mountaineer Hall and Appalachian Heights: $2,250/semester $4,500/academic year Winkler / private room: $2,625/semester $5,250/academic year

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 Active Living Community

Appalachian Panhellenic: $2,300/semester $4,600/academic year

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Residence halls at a glance

Mountaineer Hall

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Coltrane

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Residence hall facts

Appalachian Panhellenic Hall

Appalachian Heights

All halls have a TV lounge, study lounge, and ID card access. All halls have microwaves in common areas and vending machines that accept AppCards. All rooms have cable TV hookups (basic cable only) and data ports. For details and room layouts, go to www.housing.appstate.edu and click on “Residence Halls.”

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Sinks in rooms

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Wireless access

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** To request an 80” mattress, either request it on your housing application or submit a work order at housing.appstate.edu once you move into your room.

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Things you can bring for your room  UL-approved power strip with a circuit breaker with no more than 6 outlets  Stereo/radio/CD/MP3 player  TV (local basic cable is wired to each room)  Bookshelf (free-standing)  Desk lamp

What you need to know before Move-In Day Move-In Day marks the official start of your life as a full-fledged Appalachian student. There are a lot of details to take care of before then. Look over the information and tips in this section— they’ll save you time and money down the line.

 Alarm clock  Trashcan (fireproof)  Refrigerator/microwave: For buildings where microfridges are not provided, you can bring a refrigerator (up to 4 cubic feet) and a microwave (up to 1,000 watts).  Carpet: Must be small enough so it doesn’t get in the way of opening or closing the door to your room. (For room dimensions, go to www.housing.appstate. edu.) These residence halls are carpeted: Appalachian Heights, Appalachian Panhellenic Hall, Coltrane Hall, Doughton Hall, Gardner Hall, Living Learning Center, Lovill Hall, Newland Hall, White Hall.  Computer: Your room will have two data port connections. If possible, bring your own computer (see page 77). The Living Learning Center residence hall has a computer lab.  Freestanding fan (see page 40 for residences with air conditioning)  Bed linens, pillows, blankets (see page 40 for mattress sizes)  Clothes hangers  Message board  Backpack  Laundry basket, detergent, quarters

Looking for an Appalachian gift in the perfect size?

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University Bookstore gift cards are available in any amount and can be used for computers, textbooks, supplies or anything they sell!

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 Posters to decorate your walls  Flashlight  Shower shoes  Cleaning supplies  School supplies  Personal toiletries  Health insurance card  Check if your belongings are covered by your parents’ homeowner’s insurance; if not, consider getting renter’s insurance.

Things you can’t bring for your room  Extension cords or multi-plug adapters  Any appliance exceeding 1200 watts  Air conditioners, ceiling fans, washing machines, freezers, or other high-voltage equipment  Refrigerators with internal dimensions larger than five cubic feet (each resident may have one small refrigerator)

Closer than you might think Appalachian is within easy driving distance of major metropolitan areas. Here are some approximate driving distances

 Candles or incense (or anything with an open flame)  Nails (you can tape posters to your walls as long as you don’t damage the paint)  Five stem floor lamps  Power tools (drills, saws, etc.)  Lofts (against University Housing regulations)  Pets (other than fish; 10-gallon tank limit)  Mopeds, motorbikes, motorcycles  Weapons, including handguns, rifles, shotguns, airsoft guns, paintguns, knives, BB guns, fireworks, and any other kind of firearms or explosives  Waterbeds, electric blankets, personal mattress  Hot plates, toasters, toaster ovens, deep fat fryers, George Foreman grills, electric grills, combustibles, open coil appliances (coffee makers, etc.)  Cinder blocks  Curtains or wall draperies  Kerosene heaters or electric heaters, open flame, self-igniting or explosive apparatus  Halogen lamps, lava lamps

Much more than textbooks The University Bookstore is your campus supply store with everything you need for class, for the game, for a gift and for fun. In addition to textbooks, school and art supplies, clothing and backpacks, Appalachian gifts, music, movies, magazines and recreational reading books are all available. The Bookstore is also the home of Computer Central which is the best place for Appalachian students to purchase a new computer and discounted software. More on this on page 77.

Another good reason to shop at the Bookstore is because money generated from sales supports the University and student scholarships!

Charlotte, NC 100 miles; 2 hours Jacksonville, FL 476 miles; 7 hours, 30 minutes Knoxville, TN 160 miles; 3 hours Raleigh, NC 193 miles; 3 hours, 20 minutes Washington, DC 417 miles; 7 hours

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Winston-Salem, NC 86 miles; 1 hour, 30 minutes

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Packing for move-in day When Move-In Day rolls around, there will be a lot of volunteers on hand to help you unload your car and carry your boxes. Here are important guidelines to keep in mind while you’re packing to make sure that every last box gets to your room.

Be informed

Shop In Boone

Make sure you read the University Housing License Contract and know what is and is not allowed in your room.

For information, see pages 42–43 and www.housing.appstate.edu.

You don’t need to buy everything before you get here. You’ll have a better idea of what you need once you’re here.

There are plenty of local shops, plus lots of bargains at Appalachian’s BIG Sale (see page 45). And if you live within a three-hour drive of campus, you could just bring your essentials and enough clothes for two weeks on Move-In Day. By the end of the two weeks, you’ll know what you really need and what will fit in your room. Then you can go home to get what you need or have your family bring it to you.

Label everything Write your full name, room number, and residence hall—and label it clearly.

Contain it Pack everything in a box, suitcase, or storage bin. Loose items are more likely to get lost and create more trips back and forth. And if it rains (which it often seems to do on Move-In Day), your stuff will be more protected if it’s in a container of some sort.

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Remember that in a lot of cases, volunteers will be using stairs—not elevators— to move your things. So be considerate and avoid bulky or particularly heavy items.

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Talk to your roommate Talk things over beforehand to avoid having doubles of large items like TVs, stereos, and refrigerators. (You’ll find that every last inch counts, so you’ll appreciate anything that saves space.)

Use leverage Consider bringing a handcart or dolly to make moving the heavy stuff easier.

Q&A

what’s the best advice you can offer about moving on campus?

Do not pack up your entire room and think you are going to fit it all into a dorm room. My freshman year I brought entirely too much stuff. Only bring what you need. For example, don’t bring your winter clothes until you go home for fall break, and when you go home for fall break make sure you bring home your summer clothes. Bringing only the clothes you need for a particular season gives you so much more closet and drawer space.

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On August 19, about 2,800 incoming students will descend on Appalachian’s campus with U-Hauls, trailers, and vehicles packed to the brim.

Move-In Day is busy and tiring, but in the end, it’s fun. Here’s what you need to know to make things go smoothly:

Each fall, Appalachian students coordinate the BIG Sale, where you can buy “gently used” items—from carpet to shelves to shower caddies— for rock-bottom prices.

The sale benefits local Boone charities.

Stop by the sale Saturday, August 20, 8 am – 2 pm at Legends, Appalachian’s on-campus nightclub. If the BIG Sale doesn’t have what you need, you can buy new at nearby stores including Wal-Mart, Lowe’s, J.C. Penney, K-Mart, Big Lots, Belk Department Store, and the usual array of drugstores and dollar stores.

 As you’re driving to campus, follow the yellow and black signs. (Not exactly the yellow brick road, but almost as clear.) You just need to know which side of campus your residence hall is on and then follow signs for East or West campus.

More signs will guide you to where you’ll park for your residence hall.  When you drive up, there will be plenty of volunteers to help unload your car. Our motto for move-in is “stop and drop.” After you stop and drop off your belongings you will then drive directly to the State Farm or Greenwood parking lot(s) and catch the shuttle back to campus. Once you get back on campus, you may unpack and start settling into your residence hall.

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 When you receive your housing assignment in July, you’ll be assigned the time of day to move in—9 am to noon or 1 to 4 pm. We’ve found that splitting the day into two sessions really helps streamline the process.

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Maybe you’ve shared a bedroom with a sibling, maybe you haven’t. Either way, living with a roommate—and sharing the same residence hall with a few hundred other students—is probably going to be a new experience for you.

You’ll be amazed at how much you learn by living in close proximity with other people, and how much the friendships, late-night conversations, and occasional all-out silliness become the core of your Appalachian memories for years to come.

Most likely, you’ll get to know you roommate and your floormates first. And through residence hall events and programs (there are more than 800 events each year), you can get to know others in your building. Just try to be considerate of other people’s space, possessions, and feelings, and you should do fine. If you run into problems, there are lots of people around who can help.

Roommate tips

People who can help

 When you receive your housing assignment by the end of July, you’ll get information about your roommate. It’s a good idea to get in touch to introduce yourself and to figure out logistics such as who’s going to bring a stereo or TV so you don’t end up with two of everything.  Communicate: The number one way to prevent and fix any roommate problems is to talk about it, openly and calmly. It’s tempting to just ignore or gloss over problems, but the sooner you talk it through, the sooner you can get it resolved.  Remember that you may not be best friends with your roommate. Make sure you get involved, and don’t rely on your roommate to be your whole social life.  If you and your roommate can’t resolve the issues on your own, go to your Resident Assistant (RA) or Residence Director (RD).  For more tips, go to www.housing.appstate.edu.

Employing over 100 professional fulltime staff, 15 graduate student staff, and 120 undergraduate student staff, the University Housing Department works as a cohesive team to fulfill our stated mission and visionary goals.

From our live-in staff to our central office, we all take great pride in our work and are committed to the success of our residents.

You have the right . . .  to read and study in your room free from unreasonable noise and distractions.  to sleep.  to keep your belongings safe.  to access and use your room and suite facilities as you desire.  to live in a clean environment.

Safety in residence halls The residence halls are always locked. You’ll use your AppCard (student ID) to open the main doors.

Anyone who doesn’t live in your hall must be escorted by a resident. Each night there’s a resident assistant (RA) on duty from 8 pm to 7 am. Also, main desks of most of the residence halls are staffed from 8 pm to 4 am by Night Star staff members, who are students employed by Appalachian to check student ID cards and enforce residence hall policies. Campus police also walk through the residence halls on a regular basis and are on call in case of emergency. Remember to lock your room door.

Student Assistants: From our Night Stars that aid in keeping the building secure at night, to Package Clerks that help residents receive shipments, to our Programming Assistants that help the RAs plan fun events, our student assistants fill an assortment of services for our residents.

Residence Director (RD): A Residence Director is a graduate student who supervises the Resident Assistants of the building where she or he resides. Responsible for the residence hall, the RD provides supervision of students, support, and counseling as needed.

Coordinator: Full-time staff with extensive experience and advanced graduate work in the residential field, our Coordinator level staff supervise and manage a variety of areas of responsibility including community development, RA staff selection and training, student conduct, as well as serving as liaisons to other departments.

Facilities Field Staff: Available 24/7, the women and men of our Maintenance, Facilities, and Housekeeping teams work diligently to keep our halls clean and in great operational shape.

Residents who need the assistance of our field staff benefit from the convenience of an online work order system.

Central Office Administrative Staff: Working "behind the scenes," our Administrative staff serves our students directly and indirectly through informational technology support, processing RA purchasing orders, assigning students to housing, handling key card access issues, as well as participating in many committees and programs that benefit the Appalachian community.

Leadership Team: Keeping the needs of our residents at the forefront, the leadership team for the department provides the overall guidance and supervision for a program that daily addresses the individual needs of 5,000 diverse on-campus residents.

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Roommate bill of rights

Resident Assistant (RA): Leading the charge to create connections and community in our halls, the Resident Assistant is an undergraduate student chosen to live in the halls and work with the residents due to their personal qualities and skills. There is an RA on each floor in each of our residence halls, and they are trained in helping skills, crisis intervention, and conflict mediation.

They serve in a wide range of duties from friend to role model.

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How to do your laundry

Practical Stuff

It’s bound to happen sooner or later: you’ll run out of clean clothes—and even clothes that are only somewhat clean. It’s time to do laundry.

Here’s how:  Designate a basket, hamper, or laundry bag for your dirty laundry so it doesn’t cover every square inch of your floor. And try not to wait until the stench is so bad that your roommate wonders if an animal died on your side of the room.  Take the dirty stuff to the laundry facilities in your residence hall, armed with either your AppCard or quarters ($1.25 a load for the washer and $1.25 for the dryer; some residence halls have change machines) and laundry detergent.  You only need two tablespoons of liquid detergent.

Did you know?

Until the 1950s, Appalachian held classes on Saturday, but not on Monday—Monday was wash day.

 Ideally, you’ll have brought clothes that can all be washed together safely. And you’ll avoid clothes that say “dry clean only.” Read the tags on your clothes; they’ll often say “cold wash only,” etc.  Separate your clothes into piles of whites, lights, darks, and delicates. Or at least lights and darks.

Unless you want your white clothes to turn pink from that red shirt.

Making your room homey You don’t need lots of money or the folks at Design on a Dime to transform an ordinary cinderblock room into a place you look forward to spending time in. But before you do anything drastic, talk it over with your roommate. Or better yet, plan it out together.

A few pointers: LIGHTING: Bring something to use besides the overhead fluorescent lights. In addition to a desk lamp, consider an inexpensive table or floor lamp.

CLUTTER: Try not to bring every last possession with you. Instead, pack seasonally (in other words, don’t bring winter clothes until the weather gets cold). This will avoid the can’t-walk-across-the-room syndrome, which adds stress whether you realize it or not.

STORAGE: A great place for extra storage is under the bed. Also, bunking the beds help create more space in the room.

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FURNITURE: Study the room layouts at www.housing.appstate.edu (click on “Residence Halls”). If you bring furniture, keep it small, and think vertical.

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ACCESSORIES: Throw pillows, blankets, rugs, and photos can all add color, comfort, and personality—without going against the policies.

PLANTS: A low-maintenance plant (one with thicker leaves won’t need watering as often) adds some life—and some oxygen.

SENTIMENTALS: Bring something that reminds you of home—a photo, a favorite poster, or yes, even that ragged teddy bear that never fails to cheer you up.

ENERGY-SAVING DEVICES: Use compact fluorescent bulbs—they use less electricity and last lots longer than conventional bulbs. If you’re bringing any kind of appliance, look for the Energy Star rating.

 Avoid overstuffing the washer and the dryer. Your clothes won’t actually get clean, you’ll end up using a lot more energy, and it’ll make your clothes more wrinkled. So fill the washer and dryer about half to three-quarters full.  If you have a lot of whites, separate them from your other clothes and add bleach to the washer. Use hot water. But don’t use bleach for your non-white clothes, unless you’re going for a pseudo tie-dyed effect. Or buy a detergent with bleaching action.

(Chlorine bleach will damage synthetic fabrics; use a peroxidebased bleach instead.)  Remove your clothes promptly so you’re not keeping someone else from doing their wash.  Before using the dryer, clean out the fuzz from the lint filter.  Yes, it actually makes sense to fold your clothes as soon as you take them out of the dryer. Unless you actually enjoy ironing.

AppCard:

the most important thing in your wallet As an official Appalachian student, you’ll get your very own photo ID card during orientation in June. The AppCard lets you access lots of things, including:  Meal plan. Every time you buy something at any dining spot on campus, even at a vending machine, you’ll swipe your card and the appropriate amount will be deducted from your account.  Campus events, including intercollegiate games  Library services  Student Health Service  Sports and recreation facilities  Your residence hall  Parking  Appalachian Express Account.

If you or your family deposits funds in this account, you can access the funds throughout campus using your AppCard (see page 52 for details).

Communications Mail You’ll be assigned a post office box plus the combination to the lock in early August. As long as you are continuously enrolled in fall and spring semesters you’ll keep this box until you graduate, so even if you change residence halls, your mailing address will stay the same. You can check your box any day between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m. It’s a good idea to check your box regularly. Not only do you not want to miss out on any important mail, but if stuff accumulates for more than 30 days, the post office will return it to the sender. If you receive a package, you’ll see a notice in your box and then you’ll pick up the package at the main window (between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday through Friday) after showing your AppCard.

Tell family and friends, or anyone who wants to send you something, to address it to you using this format: John L. Smith ASU Box 00000 Boone, NC 28608

If you’re expecting something by UPS or FedEx you can use our 24 hour service desks at either Coltrane or East Hall. We offer package delivery instructions at www.housing.appstate.edu/packages.

Our staff will sign for your package and e-mail you when it arrives.

Telephone Telephone service is not provided in the residence hall rooms. Students who wish to have a telephone line in the room will need to submit a work order to have the line activated. There is a fee for phone line activation which would be billed to the student.

E-mail Your room has one port per bed for Ethernet Internet connections, so if you bring a computer, you can connect to the Appalachian network, AppalNet. Your username will be mailed to you soon after you have been accepted to Appalachian.

Wireless internet is available in all residence halls with the exception of Winkler Hall.

For more on e-mail and computers, see page 77.

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 To save energy, you can use cold water for the most part to wash. Although whites will get cleaner and brighter in hot water.

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Safety on campus University Police is responsible for protecting life and property on campus 24/7.

Officers patrol by car, on foot, and by bike to keep Have a police emergency? our campus safe.

Need to report a crime?

If you feel unsafe Call 828.262.8000. If you have at any time, go a serious medical emergency on to one of the campus, call 9-911. For more more than 65 emergency numbers, see page 97. emergency Blue Light Telephones throughout campus. Push one button and you’ll be connected to the University Police.

If you see suspicious activity or want to report an emergency, dial 8000 from any university phone or stop by the offices in the Rivers Street Parking Deck.

University Police also:

 maintains a lost and found.  can help you if you lock your keys in your car (on campus only).  offers a free bike registration service. Register online at www.police.appstate.edu/bicycleregistration  hosts the Emergency Information Web site: www.emergency.appstate.edu

Tips for staying safe  Use common sense: don’t leave your

backpack or purse lying about unattended; don’t leave valuables in your car exposed for passersby to see. Lock your bicycle.  Avoid walking by yourself at night. Use

Mountaineer Safe Ride (see above). If you feel uncomfortable, don’t hesitate to call University Police at 828.262.8000.  Don’t use or carry alcohol if you’re under

21. Don’t use illegal drugs—and don’t hang out with those who do.  Avoid going to an ATM alone.  You are expected to abide by the Code

of Student Conduct and the Academic Integrity Code: www.studentconduct.appstate.edu.

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If you’re uncomfortable walking alone at night on campus, call Mountaineer Safe Ride, which offers safe and secure transportation between campus parking lots, residence halls, and academic buildings. To request a ride between 6 pm and 1:45 am, call 262.RIDE.

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Transportation Cars and parking As a freshman, you can have a car on campus—but be aware that parking is very limited. Actually, you’ll have to park in a satellite area away from the main campus and take a shuttle bus. If you want to bring a car, you should register for a parking permit during orientation. The parking fee for this past year was $204, but the cost for the permit is subject to change on an annual basis. Find out more at www.parking.appstate.edu, or call 828.262.2878, or stop by the Parking and Traffic Department in the Rivers Street Parking Deck.

AppalCART (local bus transportation) AppalCART, the local transit authority, provides free bus service throughout campus and Boone. AppalCART also provides free shuttle service during home football games. For more information and routes call 828.264.2278 or visit www.appalcart.com

To your health Immunizations OK, this is important. If you don’t get the required immunizations (and show proof of them), you won’t be able to start classes and you’ll be withdrawn from university housing.

The deadline to submit a Report of Medical History and Immunization Record is July 1. So here’s what you need to do:  Fill out the Immunization

Record and Medical History Form. You will find the form and mailing instructions at

www.healthservices. appstate. edu  Mail the completed form —

before your summer orienta-

Need help with a medical problem after hours?

Call the after-hours nurse at 828.262.3100 and follow the prompts. If you have an immediate emergency on campus, dial 9-911.

Weather Boone is at more than 3,000 feet elevation, so the weather tends to be a little cooler than in other places in North Carolina. January is the coldest month, with an average high of 39 degrees, so it’s not so bad. (To check this week’s weather, go to www.weather. appstate.edu) The winter months bring an average of three feet of snow (but not all at once!), so there are a lot of good winter sports here. Check the predictions on what this winter might bring at www.raysweather.com/ Fearless+Forecast

For skiing, snowboarding, and tubing, there are four ski resorts within 25 miles of campus; the closest is Appalachian Ski Mountain, just eight miles away.

Call 828.262.SNOW or check www.appstate.edu after 6:30 am.

tion session or no later than July 1.

Or, during Orientation, bring your completed form to Mary S. Shook Student Health Service on the second floor of the Miles Annas Student Service Building, between 8–11:30 am or 1–4 pm.

Health Insurance The State of North Carolina requires students to provide proof of a creditable health insurance policy. Students are automatically charged for the Student Health Insurance Plan when they register and must provide proof of insurance in order to waive the cost. To provide proof of insurance or to enroll into our state Health Insurance Plan visit www. healthservices.appstate.edu

Health and medical services For pretty much everything to do with your health

For more information on outdoor adventuring, see page 86.

and well-being, head to the Miles Annas Student Service Building. There you’ll find the Health Service, the Wellness Center, the Counseling and Psychological Services Center, and more. Bring your AppCard. The Student Health Fee of $128 per semester covers visits to Student Health Service, inhouse lab work, and some parts of in-house X rays.

To make an appointment with Student Health Service, call 828.262.6577.

 Pharmacy: Offers limited prescriptions and over-thecounter meds.  Student Wellness Center: Offers guidance, programming, and information about wellness issues, including quitting smoking, substance abuse, weight loss programs, and stress management.

Appalachian’s health services include:  Nurse/Walk-In Clinic: If you don’t have an appointment, stop by the clinic, open 8 am – 4 pm, Monday through Friday.  Allergy Clinic: For allergy vaccines.  Women’s Clinic: Routine pelvic and breast examinations, treatment of gynecological problems, PAP tests, contraceptive services.

 Counseling and Psychological Services Center: Get help with depression, anxiety, relationship problems, substance abuse, eating problems, and more. Walk-in hours are 1–4:00 pm, Monday through Thursday, and 1–3:00 pm on Friday. If you have a mental health emergency after hours, call the University Police at 828.262.2150. Counseling Center services are free and confidential. For more information call 828.262.3180.

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Express account You can set up an account that lets you (or your family) deposit money. You can then access the funds by using your AppCard in specific spots on campus. It’s convenient, you don’t have to carry cash, and it may help you budget for the semester. This is separate from the meal plan.

You can use the Express Account at:  The University Bookstore  Student Accounts Office  Vending machines  Laundry machines  Student Union for ticket sales  Athletic Ticket Office  Belk Library for fines and fees  Computer lab printing  Medical center for prescriptions and other charges

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 Athletic concessions To open an Express Account or make a deposit, call the AppCard Office at 828.262.6141 or use the link in your AppalNet account and choose AppCard Online. Deposits can be made to meal accounts or the Express Accounts from this link, or visit the Food Services office in Trivette Hall.

You can use MasterCard, Visa, checks, or cash for deposits; money can be added any workday between 8 am and 5 pm.

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Meal plans and dining options So you won’t be tempted to live off of EasyMac, if you’re a freshman, you’re required to buy a meal plan option, either standard, high, or super. (The low option isn’t available to freshmen.)

Meal plan costs (estimates): SUPER: $1,450/semester $2,900/academic year HIGH: $1,190/semester $2,380/academic year STANDARD: $1,030/semester $2,060/academic year LOW: (not available to freshmen) $820/semester, $1,640/academic year

You’ll use your AppCard every time you eat; money will be deducted from your account each time the card is swiped. At the end of the fall semester, if you have a balance on your meal plan, you can carry it over to the spring semester. But at the end of the spring semester, eat up—because any balance you have at the end of the semester is nonrefundable and won’t carry over.

There are three main places to eat on campus—The Central Dining Facility,

AppCard Online You can access your Meal Account and/or Appalachian Express Account online.

Here’s how: Go into your AppalNet account and click on “AppCard Online.” You can make deposits to any of your accounts from any computer using a MasterCard or Visa, check your balances at any time, check your account activity, put a stop on an account if your card is lost or stolen, set up automatic deposits, and even receive e-mails warning you when your account balance gets low.

Your parent or guardian can also add money to your accounts by going to www.foodservices.appstate.edu and clicking on “AppCard Online— Parents and Guests Add Money Only.” Then he or she can securely make a deposit to either your Meal Account or your Appalachian Express Account. All your parent or guardian needs is your student ID number, a MasterCard or Visa number, and which account needs the deposit.

available from Treat Yosef or Frost Bites. The Pizzeria offers carry-out after 5:00 pm.

Trivette Hall  Park Place Café: Italian food such as pizza, cal-

zones, Stromboli, and pasta, along with salad bar, deli bar, and a full breakfast. Plus a nice view of the Duck Pond.  McAlister's Select: This satellite of campus

favorite, McAlister's Deli, features appetizers, sandwiches, salads, soups and desserts.

Plemmons Student Union  Cascades Café: Deli sandwiches, hotdogs,

sushi, fresh baked treats, smoothies, self-serve candies and snacks as well as hand-dipped ice cream, shakes, sundaes and banna splits.  McAlister’s Deli: Think super-size on sand-

wiches, potatoes, fresh green salads, and more. Of course, don’t forget to top off the experience with a 32 oz. glass of McAlister’s famous sweet tea!  Crossroads Coffee House offers shade-grown

coffee, a relaxing atmosphere and often, live music.

The Central Dining Facility The Central Dining Facility houses Rivers Street Café and Sanford Commons. Rivers Street Café is open Monday through Friday for breakfast, lunch and dinner. For breakfast you will find eggs, Belgian Waffles, pancakes, cereal, yogurt, fruit and breakfast burritos.

For lunch you can choose from a variety of options including Rivers Street Grill, Fire Side Pizza, Healthy Select, Fresh Market, Homestyle Classics, Sushi, Noodle Works, and wrApps. To satisfy your sweet tooth, visit Treat Yosef for your favorite desserts and Frost Bites for a cup or cone of delicious soft serve ice cream.

The Central Dining Facility offers many tasty choices.

Sanford Commons is open for lunch and dinner daily. At Sanford Commons you will find Conrad's Coffee, The Pizzeria, Traditions, Habanero’s, A Sub Shop, Chick-fil-A, Salads Plus and Mountaineer Grille for a variety of offerings. Desserts are

Student Recreation Center  The Juice Bar: Smoothies, salads, sandwiches

and snacks.

Wired Scholar Coffee Shop Coffee drinks, smoothies, pastries, soups, salads, sandwiches. Open daily in the Carol Grotnes Belk Library and Information Commons.

The Jackson Dining Room, Broyhill Inn If you’re looking for a fancy meal out, think the Jackson Dining Room at the Broyhill Inn and Conference Center. Open for Sunday brunch and Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings for dinner, the Jackson Dining Room is the best dining on campus. If you’re going for dinner, make reservations by calling 828.262.2204. www.broyhillinn.com.

The Markets Convenience stores located in Trivette Hall, the University Bookstore and the Appalachian Panhellenic Hall, offer a variety of grocery items and health and beauty aids. Students can use their AppCard (with either a meal account or Express account) to make purchases.

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Trivette Hall, and Plemmons Student Union—plus a coffee shop in the library and a fine dining restaurant at the Broyhill Inn and Conference Center.

Vending Machines You’ll find vending machines throughout campus. You can use cash or your AppCard.

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FAQs on Living Am I required to live on campus?

New freshman are required to live on campus with the exception of married students, single parent students, students who are veterans, and students living with parents or a guardian (this requires permission from University Housing) Students who fall into one of the above mentioned categories and who request an assignment are bound by this contact once an assignment is made. All students who reserve rooms are required to live in the residence hall for the full academic year (fall and spring semesters) and pay the full fee.

Can a new freshman request certain residence halls?

Hall assignments cannot be requested by a new incoming freshman.

What size sheets fit on my bed?

Living large in the big city Appalachian has a facility in New York City for students and others going to conferences or academic meetings or conducting research.

The Appalachian Loft is in downtown Manhattan on East 24th Street in the Gramercy Park area just a block from the 23rd Street subway stop and convenient to shopping and theater districts. www.ny.appstate.edu/loft

The mattress size depends upon which residence hall you are assigned. Some halls have only the standard 76� twin mattress available, some have only the extra-long 80� twin mattress, and others have the standard twin mattress by default and you may request the extra-long mattress if needed. After receiving your assignment you may view the appropriate residence hall information page for confirmation on the mattress sizes in your particular building.

Is cable television service provided in the residence halls?

All residence hall rooms are equipped with a hookup for cable television service.

The charge for basic cable television is built into the semester housing rate. Premium or additional channels are not available.

How long does the housing contract last?

Housing contacts are for the full academic year (fall and spring semesters). However a student is eligible to be released from a contract in the spring semester if student teaching (outside of Watauga County), withdrawing, graduating, or transferring.

During November, students are asked to notify University Housing and complete the appropriate exemption forms if applicable.

Which residence halls have air conditioning?

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finance milestones february  February 15: Priority date to complete the 2011-12 FAFSA at www.fafsa.ed.gov if you’re a North Carolina resident and want to be considered for certain state grants. Fill it out as soon as possible after January 1, 2011.*

march  March 15: Priority date to complete the 2011-12 FAFSA at www.fafsa.ed.gov. Fill it out as soon as possible after January 1, 2011.*

april  In early April, eligible students who have finalized all financial aid requirements by March 15 should receive notification of their financial aid awards.

july  You will receive an account statement listing how much you owe in tuition and fees.

Pay it by the due date on the bill.  Go to your AppalNet account to check on your financial aid requirements. Submit any outstanding requirements, including the completion of a Federal Direct Loan Master Promissory Note for a student and/or parent loan.

august  Payment of fall semester fees is due by the due date on the bill. *You may still complete the FAFSA after the priority deadline but funds may be limited.

For nine consecutive years,

Appalachian has been ranked as a best value among public colleges by Kiplinger’s Personal Finance magazine, based on academic quality, cost, and financial aid.

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Being wise with your money at Appalachian

Here’s the thing about financial aid. Yes, you will need to complete the paperwork and the online applications. But it makes your education more affordable. And if it saves you money, or makes it easier for your family to fit it into the budget, isn’t it worth it? Over half of all Appalachian students receive some kind of financial assistance. You can help out by working part time while you take classes and by being smart with your money while you’re here (more on that on page 59).

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Scholarships and Grants Grants Most federal, state, and institutional grants are awarded based on your family’s financial need. The grant amounts vary each year. Apply by filling out the FAFSA (see page 58).

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Financial aid: a refresher course Financial assistance helps you pay for your college education. It comes in three forms:

 Grants and scholarships: These don’t have to be repaid.

 Loans: You and/or your parent borrow money and pay it back.

 Work: You take on part-time jobs through Federal Work-Study to earn money toward expenses besides tuition and room and board—such as books, supplies, transportation, etc.

Note: If you’re in the military or you’re a veteran, contact our Veterans Affairs Coordinator about veterans and military education benefits at 828.262.2190.

Appalachian awards scholarships based on your academic achievement, leadership abilities, and, sometimes, financial need. To apply for an academic scholarship, you should have completed a scholarship application by December through Appalachian’s Office of Admissions. If you missed the deadline, there may be other scholarships available in your hometown. www.scholarships.appstate.edu

And once you declare a major, check with the Office of the Chair of your department to find out about departmental scholarships.

There are many other sources of scholarships and other assistance beyond Appalachian through local clubs, churches, and community organizations in your hometown. There are also Web sites with lots more on possible scholarships. We encourage you to look into the possibilities and to apply. If you do receive any kind of outside aid, you must report it to our Office of Student Financial Aid (required by federal regulations).

If your family has a low income and you are a North Carolina resident, you may qualify for Appalachian’s ACCESS program. The ACCESS program gives such students the opportunity to attend Appalachian without assuming debt. For more information about this opportunity, visit www.lap.appstate.edu/ welcome-access or call 828.262.2291.

For outside scholarship searches, consider the following web sites: www.fastweb.com www.collegeboard.com www.collegenet.com www.collegeanswer.com www.CFNC.org/paying/schol/info_schol.jsp www.CFNC.org/goldenleaf www.hispanicfund.org/scholarships

Loans The major federal loans include the Federal Perkins Loan (based on need), Federal Direct Loans (subsidized based on need, unsubsidized open to all), and Federal Direct PLUS Loan (federal loan program for parents). Each loan varies as to interest rate, amount, and guidelines. You can apply by submitting the FAFSA (see page 58).

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If you qualify for a federal loan (you’ll find out when you receive your award information on your AppalNet Account) and you want to accept the offer, you’ll have additional forms to complete. The award information will include details.

Work-Study and Student Jobs One way to help offset your educational expenses is to work part-time at a campus job while you take classes. If you submit the FAFSA and you qualify for the Federal WorkStudy Program, your award information will include a maximum amount you can earn through the Federal Work-Study Program.

As a work-study student, you’ll typically work 10 to 12 hours per week. It’s not worth trying to work overtime, because you can’t earn more than the amount listed in your award information. Since you’ll receive a

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On some loans, you might not have to make payments while you’re a full-time student; instead, you start repaying after you graduate or fall below half-time enrollment status. Other loans suggest you pay the interest while still in school.

paycheck semi-monthly, it’s up to you to make sure that money goes to good use - for instance, for textbooks instead of for video games.

Appalachian’s Student Employment Office will arrange your job. For a list of current Work-Study openings, contact Student Employment at 828.262.4099. If possible, choose an assignment in something related to your major or your interests - it’s a good opportunity to gain experience. If you don’t qualify for work-study but still want to work, Appalachian’s Student Temporary Employment has an online job board. Go to www. studentemployment.appstate.edu and click on “Find a Job.” There’s even an odd jobs listserv with onetime projects like moving or yard-work. See tux.appstate.edu/mailman/ listinfo/oddjobs. No matter what kind of job you have, we suggest working no more than 20 hours a week when classes are in session.

TIP: If you plan to work, bring either your original passport or your Social Security card or birth certificate to campus.

You’ll have to show one of these, along with your student ID, within your first three days of work.

For details on grants, scholarships, loans, and workstudy, go to www.financialaid. appstate.edu and click on “Types of Aid.”

You shouldn’t have to pay a fee to apply for financial aid.

Beware of scams. Find out how to protect yourself at www.ftc.gov/ scholarshipscams

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Complete the 2011-2012 FAFSA

(Free Application For Federal Student Aid) This is the most important step. If you don’t fill out the FAFSA, you can’t even be considered for most types of aid.

How to apply for financial aid

Before you fill out the FAFSA: Get a U.S. Department of Education Personal Identification Number (PIN) at www.pin.ed.gov. You’ll use this PIN to provide electronic signatures, review the status of your FAFSA, learn more about federal grants and loans you receive at the National Student Loan Data System (www.nslds. ed.gov), reapply for financial aid each year, and more. If you are providing parent information on the FAFSA, one parent must also obtain a PIN at www.pin.ed.gov.

When to complete the FAFSA: As soon as possible after January 1, 2011, and before Appalachian’s deadline of March 15. If you’re a North Carolina resident and want to be considered for certain state grants, file the FAFSA before February 15. The earlier you submit the FAFSA, the better your chance that more funds will be available, (especially if you’re a North Carolina resident) because in some cases, it’s first come, first served. And if you miss the deadline, your financial aid may not be finalized by the time classes start in the fall.

Taxes: If you’ve filed your 2010 income taxes, you’ll use those figures when you fill out the FAFSA. If you haven’t filed yet, use estimates. Once you file your return, make sure you go back to www.fafsa.ed.gov to correct or update any information.

Include Appalachian: List Appalachian as a school to receive the FAFSA results. Appalachian’s Federal School Code is 002906.

Check back: It’s up to you to go back to the FAFSA Web site to check the status of your application and to see if there are any processing problems. No one will contact you directly if there are issues you need to resolve, and you don’t want your processing to be delayed.

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Two weeks after you submit the FAFSA, you should receive the Electronic Student Aid Report (ESAR) via e-mail.

If you didn’t provide an e-mail address on the FAFSA, you’ll receive the report by postal mail. Check the report and make sure it’s accurate and complete. If there are mistakes, make corrections. If you don’t receive the report within two weeks of submitting the FAFSA, check on the status of your application at www.fafsa.ed.gov or call the Federal Student Aid Information Center at 800.4.FED.AID (800.433.3243) or TTY at 800.730.8913 or 319.337.5665.

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Deal with verification (if necessary)

If your application is selected for federal verification, Appalachian’s Office of Student Financial Aid will request documents, including a copy of your federal tax returns that you used to fill out the FAFSA.

Receiving your financial aid You’ve filled out all the FAFSA paperwork and you’ve received your award notice. But wait, you may not be done quite yet. Look at this:  If you’ve never received a Federal Direct

Loan before, the first thing you need to do is complete entrance counseling

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Review the Student Aid Report (SAR)

online. This outlines the loan details and your responsibility. Go to www. financialaid.appstate.edu and click on “Entrance Counseling.” Then go to your AppalNet account to confirm that the Office of Student Financial Aid knows that you completed the counseling.  If this is the first time you have borrowed

a Federal Direct Loan, you will also need to complete and submit a Master Promissory Note. Your parents may also be required to complete one for the Federal Direct Plus Loan.  If you have been awarded and have

accepted a Federal Perkins Loan, you must complete Federal Perkins Loan Master Promissory Note, Data Sheet, and Federal Perkins Loan Entrance Counseling. You may complete the Federal Perkins Loan Entrance Counseling online at www.financialaid.appstate.edu by clicking on “Entrance Counseling.”

Keeping informed on financial aid Appalachian’s Office of Student Financial Aid will be sending you important updates and information, either to your Appalachian post office box or your Appalachian e-mail account. So, check both of these at least twice a week to avoid jeopardizing your financial aid just because an important email went unnoticed. Set your AppalNet personal announcements to receive financial aid information. It’s also a good idea to keep up on financial aid-related news in The Appalachian (the student newspaper).

important financial aid contacts  Office of Student Financial Aid www.financialaid.appstate.edu Phone: 828.262.2190  Mailing address Office of Student Financial Aid Appalachian State University John E. Thomas Hall ASU Box 32059 Boone, NC 28608-2059

 Physical address (for FEDEX or UPS) Office of Student Financial Aid Appalachian State University John E. Thomas Hall 287 Rivers St., Room 265 Boone, NC 28608  Federal Student Aid Information Center 800.4-FED.AID (800.433.3243) TTY: 800.730.8913 or 319.337.5665

 Federal school code 002906

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Paying your Appalachian bill In July, Appalachian will send you an account statement with how much you owe for the fall semester. Payment is due in the first week of August. Check “Important Dates” on the Student Accounts web site for the exact payment deadline. If you’re late, you’ll have to pay a $40 late fee. But worse than that, your class schedule could be deleted. So don’t be late. Your orientation costs will be billed separately. The spring semester bill will be mailed in November with payment due midDecember. Financial aid covers only tuition and fees, room (if you live on campus), and meal card charges. Everything else—from textbooks to transportation, is up to you. You’ll have an account which may be viewed through

AppalNet where you can see the charges, payments, and financial aid awards posted each year. You are encouraged to become more familiar with billing policies. www.studentaccounts.appstate.edu.

Tuition and fees Below are the estimated tuition and fees for full-time students for the fall 2011 semester. (Note that these are costs for one semester.)

Questions about your bill? Call the Office of Student Accounts at 828.262.2113.

Fall 2011 Estimated Tuition and Fees

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$1,480.00 $7,136.00

Fees

$1,250.00 $1,250.00

Standard Residence Hall Room (some rooms are more expensive)

$1,850.00

$1,850.00

Standard Meal Option

$1,030.00

$1,030.00

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Taking care of your money Money, money, money. It makes the world go around. And if you don’t know how to handle it, it can drag your world down. Some pointers:

Credit and credit cards When credit card companies left and right are eager for your business, it’s hard to say no.

And with a seemingly magic plastic card in your pocket, it might be tough to resist buying things.

But be careful: what you do with that credit card today could affect the rest of your life, whether or not you can get a job, whether you can buy a car or a house or any other big-ticket item. It all comes down to credit, and it’s a mighty precious thing. If you ruin your credit—basically your worthiness in repaying debts—it could take years, even decades, to repair it. So while those credit card company gifts and give-aways look tempting, remember that they’re there to make a buck off of you. If you want a credit card, compare interest rates. Make sure you get a low interest rate and no annual fee. And pay your bill on time, because late fees can run you as high as $50. Really, the best way to use a credit card is to pay the bill off every month. Then you don’t have to pay any interest to the credit card company—and money stays in your pocket.

Scholarships for all Appalachian students!

Well, sort of. The rental textbook system at Appalachian saves the average undergraduate student hundreds of dollars each semester.

Banking basics If you plan to open a new bank account, choose your bank carefully. Check the options on accounts— minimum balance, how you access your money, and how much the bank might charge you for the privilege of keeping your money there. If a bank charges you $3 every time you withdraw or transfer money, think about how quickly that could add up in a week or a month— and you’ll never see that money again. For helpful tips and comparisons between banks, go to www. bankrate.com and click on “Checking & Savings.”

Try to keep track of your account balance— and don’t spend more than you have. If you overdraw your account and keep on using your debit card, your card will probably still work, so you won’t even know the money isn’t there—until you see the big fees the bank charges each time you used your debit card. Think about that: use your debit four times in a weekend and suddenly you’ve racked up $100 in fees. Ouch.

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FAQs on finances How will I know which awards I am receiving?

If you submitted the 2011-2012 FAFSA by March 15 and your financial aid application has been finalized, you should receive an award notice in early April. You may accept/ decline these awards by logging onto your AppalNet account.

Am I guaranteed aid if I demonstrate need?

Federal and state aid allocations are limited funds distributed in an equitable manner based on financial need and on a first-come, first-serve basis. The Pell Grant, Federal Direct, Subsidized and Unsubsidized Loans, and PLUS Loan programs are awards are based on financial need and the cost of attendance minus any other financial aid received by the student.

Is financial aid available for International students?

Financial aid regulations for international students differ from those for U.S. citizens and eligible non-citizens. Generally, international students are not eligible for federal or state financial aid programs. The Office of Student Financial Aid does not have scholarships or grants for international students.

How to save money  Shop used first. In addition to the rental textbook program which already saves you money, the Bookstore offers gently used supplemental textbooks as well (see page 70). And the “don’t buy new” approach applies to more than books.

You can find all kinds of clothes, housewares, and furniture at secondhand stores. There are more than a half-dozen in the Boone area; look them up on an online phone directory.  Rethink the car. If you bring a car to campus, gas, maintenance, insurance, and the cost of the parking permit all add up real fast. Besides, Boone has AppalCART, a safe and convenient bus system (see page 50).  Think free. There are tons of free events around campus. And Appalachian happens to be surrounded by some of the most beautiful (and free!) nature in the country. Even a sunset makes a romantic (and cheap) date.  Take advantage of your studentness. Make the most of your college student status by using your AppCard. Lots of stores and services offer discounts if you show your college ID. It never hurts to ask.  Protect your identity. Be careful with your credit card, PIN, and account numbers.  Pay attention. Make a system for paying bills, or at least put them someplace where you won’t forget about or lose them. Late fees add up in no time.

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How will I receive my financial aid?

Financial aid is typically credited to your student account in two equal disbursements, half in the fall and half in the spring. Once your university charges have been paid (tuition and fees, room, board, etc.), any additional monies will be refunded to you. You can use the refund to help pay for educational expenses such as books and supplies.

Federal Work-Study funds are distributed differently. You’ll receive a paycheck twice a month; what you earn will not go toward any outstanding Appalachian charges.

Will my financial aid be renewed each year?

Financial aid is not automatically renewed or guaranteed from one year to the next. You must reapply for financial aid by completing the FAFSA each year as soon as possible after January 1.

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General Education . . . . . . . . . . 68 First Year Seminar Goals and learning outcomes

Distinctive Academic Programs . . . 71 Credit, majors, courses, textbooks

Advice and Support . . . . . . . . . 74 Help with writing, disabilities, more

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Computers, networks, and more

academics milestones ongoing  Explore majors at Appalachian. www.appstate.edu/academics

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 Learn about University College and academic support programs.  Learn about the engaging General Education curriculum and what is in store for first year students.  Apply to the Honors College if this academic program is the right choice for you.  Explore your options for studying abroad.

february  February 12, 26: Auditions for School of Music (page 72).

march  March 19: Auditions for School of Music (page 72).  March 30: Deadline for prospective art majors to submit art portfolio (page 72).

april  Submit your official AP/IB/ CLEP score information to the Office of Admissions before your Orientation session.

may  Submit your final official high school transcript to the Office of Admissions.  Submit your final official college transcript(s) to the Office of Admissions.

july  July 6: Deadline for prospective art majors to submit art portfolio (page 72).

august  August 23: First day of classes.

For nine consecutive years, Appalachian has been ranked as a best value among public colleges by Kiplinger’s Personal Finance magazine, based on academic quality, cost, and financial aid.

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Learning on a new level

Welcome to academic life at Appalachian.

Through Orientation in the summer, you’ll get a taste of what’s in store. Once you move on campus, you’ll quickly be immersed in the lively and intense learning that happens here. To help you make the transition as you become part of Appalachian’s academic community, we offer First Year Seminars, distinctive learning communities, service learning, student research, academic advising and a variety of academic support programs.

We hope you’ll find your courses— and other opportunities for growth—intriguing, rewarding, and challenging. And we hope you’ll take advantage of all Appalachian has to offer and gain a lifelong love of learning.

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University College Many of the programs that will help you become a fully engaged member of the Appalachian community are housed in University College, which provides a broad range of academic services to help students achieve the essential learning outcomes of a liberal education and assists new students in their transition to the Appalachian community. University College also provides an environment in which students, faculty, and staff can develop, experience and disseminate practices of engaged and successful learning.

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This will be your academic home until you declare a major in a degree program, and many of the units that provide advice and support (described later in the academic section) are located here. University College also coordinates interdisciplinary degree programs, Watauga Global Community and activities that will help you connect life inside and outside of the classroom, such as service learning, student research, the Forum Lecture Series, and the Summer Reading program. www.universitycollege.appstate.edu or call 828.262.7660

The General Education program is also in University College. Students experience a curriculum based on the principles and goals described on page 70. Of particular interest to new students is the First Year Seminar. A small seminar of 22 students, the First Year Seminar engages students and faculty in a shared process of inquiry around a broad, interdisciplinary topic or question. This seminar aims to help you develop your abilities to think critically and communicate effectively. www.generaleducation.appstate.edu

More on General Education and the First Year Seminar Appalachian is committed to providing you and your classmates with a liberal arts based education that will prepare you for the knowledge demands and careers of today. We recognize the importance of equipping you with transferable skills that will help you discover the knowledge of tomorrow and the careers in which you respond to the social needs of the future of the global community.

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Appalachian’s First Year Seminar course UCO 1200 introduces students to the rigor of academic study at the university level through interdisciplinary engagement with a variety of disciplines and perspectives, which is at the foundation of the General Education program. These small seminar– style classes are taught by experienced faculty who are committed to helping freshmen make the transition from high school to college by developing creative and critical thinking abilities, cultivating effective communication skills, and introducing students to a variety of research tools and methods. The First Year Seminar also provides students the opportunity to make connections with faculty and other students, to discover the wide range of resources Appalachian provides its students and to become part of the university and local community.

Writing instruction at Appalachian is based on four required general education courses, beginning in the Composition Program and continuing in all majors.  English 1000, Expository Writing, which

helps you make the transition to university writing through the development of rhetorical skills, voice, and authority in a variety of writing situations.  English 2001, Introduction to Writing

Across the Curriculum, has a prerequisite of English 1000 and 30 hours. You will take this course as a sophomore, where you will learn about writing in many areas of the university and develop rhetorical skills that will enable you to adapt to writing situations across the curriculum.  In the major, you will take a Writing in

the Descipline course that explores the field through writing as well as conventions of writing and research in your discipline. Capstone courses in the majors, which represent the culmination of study in your field, will include writing appropriate to the discipline, including reflective writing.  Writing Across the Curriculum Program’s

ePortfolio project will allow you to create ePortolios, in which you can archive your university writing as a product for career or future education.

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Thinking Critically and Creatively

Communicating Effectively

Cultivating learners who can understand, question, revise, and generate knowledge through critical analysis and creative integration.

Preparing students to employ modes of communication that can help communities reach authentic consensus and respectful disagreement.

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Appalachian State University General Education Goals

Making Local to Global Connections Assisting students to examine the effects of global change and human agency on both natural and cultural environments.

Understanding Responsibilities of Community Membership Preparing academically skilled and engaged citizens capable of contributing to the betterment of society and taking responsibility for the common good.

FIND OUT MORE: www.generaleducation.appstate.edu

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Don t buy books-rent them instead!

Appalachian has been offering textbooks for rent since 1938. Today it’s among a handful of such programs and is a model for other schools looking to save their students some money. The books may have a ding or a wrinkle but when you can save hundreds of dollars who cares? The program is run through the University Bookstore. It’s something of a tradition to join the throng of fellow students when picking up your rented textbooks at the start of the semester and returning them at the end of the semester. The rental textbook fee is already included in the tuition. The program covers the main textbook for undergraduate courses for fall and spring semesters. Some additional textbooks may still need to be purchased. New and gently used supplemental books are also sold at the Bookstore.

The University Bookstore strives to meet the needs of Appalachian students in addition to textbooks by providing a full range of school supplies, art supplies, computers and computer accessories. With the largest selection of Appalachian clothing, caps and gift items, you are sure to find the Appalachian apparel that best exemplifies your personal Appalachian style.

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Bring your passport

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Study Abroad is an opportunity that many Appalachian students seek as a semester or year-long educational experience. When considering study abroad, remember: • you can afford it (your financial aid can be used for study abroad expenses and the tuition at our partner institutions abroad is the same as Appalachian's), • you can study abroad and finish your degree in four years, • you can take courses for your major and receive academic credit, and • you can reap the benefits of studying abroad regardless of your major or long-term goals.

www.international.appstate.edu/ education

Distinctive academic programs

Learning Communities give you a powerful way to find your niche and engage in guided discovery learning during your first year. You might take classes with or live with others in groups organized around academic interests, interdisciplinary topics or a professional orientation from environmental science to the great outdoors. We have seen evidence that if you participate in a learning community, you’re more likely to stay in school, make friends faster, and improve your learning. Narrow down your choices and apply early; each learning community has a limited number of seats.

Looking to ramp up the intellectual challenge a notch or add a touch of adventure to your education? Here are a few ways to do it:

Watauga Global Community Are you curious and creative in nontraditional ways and concerned about social and environmental issues? Do you like to think deeply about, question, and debate issues? Do you want to live in an internationally diverse residence hall? If so, you might be interested in Watauga, a living/learning program that blends the academic, social, and cultural components of your life. Watauga’s small, interdisciplinary classes allow you to explore topics of your own interest within the context of the class through individual and group research projects. www.wataugaglobal.appstate.edu

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The Honors College

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If you are in the top five (5) percent of your high school class, then you may want to consider applying to the Honors College. This exceptional program gives highly academically motivated students the experience of a small, liberal arts college environment within the rich university culture of Appalachian.

Students can live in the Honors residence hall with like-minded scholars, while taking the small and intellectually exciting Honors classes designed for students bound for graduate education and careers at the cutting edge of their field. The Honors College emphasizes interdisciplinary excellence with courses that include global, service, and creative educational opportunities that will help form the intellectual and moral leaders of the future. www.honors.appstate.edu

music and art majors If you’re interested in pursuing music or art, there are special entrance requirements.

For incoming music majors:

Army Reserve Officers Training Program The Army Reserve Officers Training Program (ROTC) at Appalachian is one of the premier ROTC programs in the country. It offers culture and language programs where students travel abroad to over nine regions in the world, as well as opportunities to attend the US Army Airborne and Air Assault Schools over summer breaks. ROTC students leave Appalachian with a guaranteed job placement into 16 different management leadership branches in the Guard, Reserve or Active Army. You may choose to stay in and make the military a career or pursue a civilian career after your initial obligation.

In addition, ROTC offers scholarship assistance to qualified students. Go to www.armyrotc.com for scholarship qualification and application process. www.rotc.appstate.edu

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You must audition. If you haven’t auditioned already, the remaining auditions are February 12 (vocal and guitar), February 26 (winds, strings, keyboards and percussion), March 19 (all areas). For details, go to www.music.appstate.edu or call 828.262.3020.

For beginning art students: You must submit a digital portfolio of 10 pieces of your most recent and accomplished work—as soon as possible after you’re admitted and before the last Wednesday in October or March, or the first Wednesday in July. For more information, go to www.art.appstate.edu and click on “Admissions” or call 828.262.2220.

Service-Learning

The Office of Student Research provides opportunities for you to engage in research and mentored scholarship with Appalachian faculty members and peer students. Financial assistance is offered to students to conduct, present and publish their research both on and off campus. You will also have the chance to help agencies in the community with real-world research projects through the community based research program.

Service-learning is part of the ACT (Appalachian and the Community Together) program, Appalachian’s clearinghouse for community service, service-learning, and community-based research opportunities. With social justice at its philosophical root, service-learning naturally combines the “life of the mind with habits of the heart.” Service-learning courses integrate academic work with community service so that you get the opportunity to apply what you learn in class through a hands-on project which serves a variety of social and environmental issues. It’s a win-win situation. Your service work will add “dimension” to the course lectures and readings, and you will have the opportunity to do some much needed work at local non-profit agencies. In recent years, Appalachian faculty members from over 20 disciplines have adopted service-learning as a teaching tool in their classrooms.

www.osr.appstate.edu

Teaching Fellows If you’re a North Carolina resident and you’re interested in becoming a public school teacher, you can enrich your learning by joining the North Carolina Teaching Fellows program.

You’ll take part in seminars, field trips, and service projects—all designed to help you get ready to become a teacher. For a Teaching Fellows application, talk to your high school guidance counselor in August. You’re eligible only if you’ve been selected through a statewide competition when you’re in high school.

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Academic Advising

Where to go for advice and support academics

Appalachian offers a slew of programs, resources, and people who are here to help you take full advantage of your education. So don’t hesitate to make good use of them.

You will work with an academic advisor during summer Orientation. After Orientation, you will be assigned an academic advisor. Your advisor will help you choose, schedule, and register for your courses; navigate through Appalachian’s requirements, policies, and procedures; and point you to university resources if you’re running into just about any kind of problem. You’ll have required meetings with your advisor throughout your first year at Appalachian.

After that, it’s up to you to take the initiative and make appointments. Once you declare your major, you’ll change from that academic advisor to a faculty advisor in your department. www.advising.appstate.edu

The University Writing Center (UWC)offers free assistance to all Appalachian students and provides helpful resources for a variety of writing tasks, including academic papers, resume/ application letters, creative projects, and personal writing. Consultants will work with you at any stage of the writing process and will offer suggestions and tools for dealing with style, organization, editing, grammar, and documentation. For more information call 828.262.3144. www.writingcenter.appstate.edu

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Career advice

Academic Support

Before choosing a major/career, take time to figure out who you are, what you are good at and what you want and value in life.

You can do this by talking to a peer guide/ career counselor and also taking a career assessment test in Peer Career. You can also research information including related career titles, daily work tasks, relevant skills, job outlook, salary, trends and training.

Appalachian’s Learning Skills Services (LSS) offers classes and individual appointments to bolster your reading and study skills. . If you’re having a tough time with a particular course, University Tutorial Services offers small-group tutoring sessions, drop-in help labs and Supplemental Instruction. These academic services are free to Appalachian students.

Once you have decided on a major, take time to gain experience in your field.

The Career Development Center can help you develop a plan to begin searching for internships and other opportunities to gain experience in your chosen field. Other services offered include assistance with building your resume for post graduation careers and/or graduate and professional programs, improving your interviewing skills, and enhancing your techniques for job and graduate school searches.

www.lss.appstate.edu www.tutoring.appstate.edu

www.careers.appstate.edu

If you’re a first-generation and/ or low income student, you can find help and resources through Student Support Services, which offers scholarship opportunities (if you qualified for the Pell Grant), long term academic advising, technology training, mentors, help with course selection, financial aid guidance, and career planning.

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The Office of Student Employment is also another way the Career Development Center assists students in obtaining parttime job opportunities on and off campus through the Federal Work Study Program and Student Temporary Work Program. The Career Development Center can assist you in all of these areas through individualized counseling, workshops, and events.

Student Support Services

www.sss.appstate.edu

Support for international students If you’re an international student, you’ll find support at Appalachian’s Office of International Education and Development, which offers guidance on visas, financial information, and more. There’s a special orientation for international students in August. www.international.appstate.edu/isss

Your rights and responsibilities As an Appalachian student, you agree to follow the Code of Student Conduct and the Academic Integrity Code. It’s about what you would expect: no cheating, no plagiarism, no computer misuse, no lawbreaking, and so on. But we do take it very seriously, and if you violate any of the rules or regulations, there will be consequences—the most serious including expulsion. Find out what’s allowed and what’s not at www.studentconduct.appstate.edu.

Support for students with disabilities If you have a disability and need reasonable accommodations, you must register with the Office of Disability Services (ODS). ODS assists students with documented disabilities by determining and coordinating reasonable academic accommodations.

Requests for assistance during orientation, including accommodations for placement tests, must be made two (2) weeks prior to orientation session. Only students who have registered and been determined eligible will be given testing accommodations for placement tests. www.ods.appstate.edu

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Advanced Placement (AP) If you took AP classes—and exams—in high school, your scores could give you some credit toward your Appalachian degree. But Appalachian doesn’t accept any scores lower than “3.” In July, look for your AP Grade Report, which will include the grades for all the AP exams you took. This report will also be sent to your high school and the college you designated on your answer sheet when you took the exam. If you didn’t mark Appalachian to receive your scores, contact College Board at apexams@ info.collegeboard.org.

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Your high school (or other learning) could give you a head start on college credits.

Here’s how.

Appalachian’s testing services office has more information about AP, IB, and CLEP at www.testing.appstate.edu

Technology With our extensive resources and computer experts, we’ll have you up and running in no time.

Bringing a computer?

Yes, you can bring a computer from home. If you do, it has to meet minimum requirements so you can access Appalachian’s networks (see box below). Before you show up on Move-In Day, go to www.support.appstate.edu for answers to all your questions about technology (even the ones you didn’t know you had).

Appalachian computer requirements The Department of Technology has its own set of computer recommendations for students in their programs. More information at www.tec.appstate.edu/students-computer-specifications.

Operating PC System: Vista Business,

Win 7 Home Premium or higher

Mac Os 10.5 or higher

Processor:

Intel Dual Core or Core Duo (Pentium D Or Amd Dual Core)

Intel Dual Core or Core Duo (Pentium D Or Amd Dual Core)

Memory:

2GB Ram or more

2 GB Ram or more

Hard Drive:

160GB or greater

160GB or greater

Cd-Rom Drive: DVDRW

DVDRW

Wireless Card:

WPA2 A/G/N Intel

WPA2 A/G/N Intel

Network Cable

Ethernet Card and Cable

Ethernet Card and Cable

Anti-Virus Software (Download a copy free of charge at antivirus.appstate.edu)

Anti-Virus Software(Download a copy free of charge at antivirus.appstate.edu)

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College Level Examination Program (CLEP)

If you took the IB exams, you’ll receive a grade report in July. The report will also be sent to your high school and the colleges you designated when you took the exam.

If you designated Appalachian, we’ll post them to your student records. If you didn’t designate Appalachian, you can order your scores by going to the IB Web site to request official scores be sent to Appalachian: www. ibo.org/iba/transcripts. Appalachian’s Office of Testing Services will be notified when your scores are processed and will send scores to the Registrar’s Office for posting to your official university records.

Know a lot about a subject? You might consider the College Level Examination Program (CLEP), a series of exams in 35 introductory college subjects that let you earn college credit for what you know— whether you learned it through work, independent study, college level classes, or extracurricular activities. Arrange to take the 90-minute exams by computer at any open CLEP Testing Center (including the Appalachian Testing Center) or go to www.collegeboard.com/clep to find U.S. testing locations. Each exam will set you back $77 for the CLEP fee plus an administrative service fee from the testing center.

Not bringing a computer?

Appalachian has computer labs throughout campus, with over 2,000 public workstations available.

Windows and Apple computers are available throughout campus with a variety of word processing, spreadsheet, graphics, presentation, and statistical software.

Students will utilize technology in a variety of ways throughout their academic career. Students receive various campus notifications through e-mail, are often required to submit papers for classes online, and are encouraged to do research. It is

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strongly recommended that students have their own computer but it is not required.

The University Bookstore sells Apple, Dell, and Lenovo computers. These recommended computers have been selected to meet the needs of students throughout their college career. Educational discounts on computers and software are available through the University Bookstore. bookstore.appstate.edu/computer-central

The Department of Technology has its own set of computer recommendations for students in their programs. www.tec.appstate.edu/students-computerspecifications

AppalNet: your source for e-mail, news, and more AppalNet is Appalachian’s universitywide web portal and gives our students access to e-mail and a way to keep up with campus news. Students may also check registration status, class schedules, academic transcripts, grade reports, and account balances. Check your AppalNet account regularly for important announcements.

Go to www.appstate.edu and click on AppalNet at the top right of the page. Your username and password will be mailed to you soon after you have been accepted to Appalachian. Trouble with AppalNet? E-mail Tech Support at techsupport@ appstate.edu or call 828.262.6266.

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Listen to the music

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At Appalachian, there are lots of ways to get tunes in your head—without an iPod. Press your ear up to one of the more than 60 practice rooms in the Broyhill Music Center. Go to one of the more than 150 concerts by students and visiting professionals each year. Or check out the latest from the studentrun music label, Split Rail Records, which launched in fall 2006. Students are the ones who run the record company, choose and sign the artists, and do everything else involved with the recording industry.

Forgot your password?

Tech support

Go to www.appstate.edu; click

Appalachian’s Tech Support provides help for students with Apple, Dell, and Lenovo computers. If you run into a snag with your computer, here are your options:

on the AppalNet link at the top of your screen. Then click on “Password Manager.”

 See if you can resolve the issue yourself by

Wireless hot spots Appalachian provides wireless coverage in all academic, administrative buildings, and in the new main campus food services area. All but one of the residence halls have full wireless coverage. For a complete listing of wireless hot spots go to www.wireless.appstate.edu

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going to www.support.appstate.edu.  To make an appointment to have

Tech Support come to your room, call 828.262.8324(TECH).  Stop by the Computer Support Center at

Room 1022, Anne Belk Hall.  For help by phone, call Tech Support at

828.262.8324(TECH).

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What's happening . . . . . . . . . . 87 Choose from hundreds of events

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beyond academics milestones june  Develop your leadership skills through Trailhead Academies, June 16-19 or June 23-26 (see page 17).

august  Mid-August: Move-In Day (see page 45 for your specific date and time).  August 9: Deadline to consider signing up for the Peer Mentor Program, which pairs incoming freshmen from underrepresented populations with volunteer student mentors.  August 20: Pick up gently used housewares at the BIG Sale (see page 45).  August 19-22: Orientation Welcome Weekend.

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 August 23: Registration begins for the Emerging Leaders program—a 10-week leadership development program for freshmen.  August 22: Explore involvement opportunities with more than 275 student organizations and programs at THE EXPO.  August 24: Learn all about University Recreation (club and intramural sports, Outdoor Programs, etc.) during UREC Fest.

september  September 6: Join in the 21st Annual Walk for Awareness through campus to commemorate lives lost to violence and raise awareness of related issues.  September 15: Fall Convocation.  Mid-September: Explore the possibilities of Greek Life (see page 89). * Except for Move-In Day and Orientation Welcome Week for all new students, the events and programs in this list are optional.

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Get out and have fun

You’ve spent all day in classes and labs, and your head hurts with all the thoughts, ideas, and new knowledge churning around in there.

What to do? Take your pick: Get a treat for yourself in downtown Boone. Head outside and take in the fresh mountain air (by foot, snowboard, or paddle). Pursue your interests through one of the nearly 300 student clubs and organizations. Immerse yourself in art, theatre, or music. Go to one of the hundreds of concerts, parties, films, and other events scheduled each year. Blow off some steam by playing on one of the 45 intramural teams.

And most definitely cheer for the NCAA Division I Mountaineers. At Appalachian, you won’t run out of things to do. And whatever you choose to do, chances are excellent that you’ll meet interesting people, feel less stressed, and have fun.

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Boone and beyond Appalachian is in the university town of Boone, home to about 15,000 residents. It’s been called one of the best small towns in America. The lively downtown that wraps around the campus has lots of restaurants, coffeehouses, and shops. Chains and bigbox stores are found on the outskirts. Above it all are stunning views of the mountains.

The whole area is a great mix of the mainstream, the outdoorsy, the stylish, and the eclectic. For instance, nearby is the town of Blowing Rock, with upscale dining, an outlet mall, and art galleries — a good place to have your parents take you on Family Weekend. And then there’s Banner Elk, home of the annual Wooly Worm Festival, which attracts 12,000 people to celebrate the fuzzy caterpillars who are said to predict winter weather — and to watch about 1,500 of the little guys compete in races.

In and around town With restaurants, stores, movie theaters, art galleries, and a bowling alley, Boone

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offers some great diversions when you’re looking to get off campus.

A few highlights: Mast General Store: Old-time goodies, new-time outdoor gear, and everything in between. Don’t miss the 500 kinds of old-fashioned candies, from wax bottles to Squirrel Nut Zippers (the peanut chew, not the band).

Watauga County Farmers Market: Pick up your produce, eggs straight from the chicken, crafts, cut flowers, and more.

Open every Saturday from May through October. Don’t sleep in; it’s open only until noon.

Boone Drug: Not your typical CVS or Walgreens, here’s a spot where you can pick up aspirin, along with lunch and a milkshake at the old-fashioned soda fountain.

Shoppes At Farmers Hardware & Supply Company: More than 100 little shops with lots of gift items and work by regional artists and craftsmen.

Daniel Boone Boone’s namesake, Daniel Boone, that legendary frontiersman and mountaineer, spent time here starting in the 1760s.

The cabin he hunted from once stood on what is now the corner of Rivers Street and Stadium Drive. Today a spot nearby features a bronze statue of Daniel Boone and two of his trusty hunting dogs. Throughout the year, you’ll see Mr. Boone sporting various accessories, from scarves and sweatshirts to ballcaps and sunglasses.

Student Discount Cards Get discounts at many of the restaurants, stores, services, and attractions in and around Boone with the Student Discount Card. From subs to haircuts to pizza to outdoor gear. Appalachian’s Student Government Association arranges this. It’s different from your AppCard (see page 49). Check your Appalachian mailbox in early fall semester for more information. (syrup insert: Mast General Store includes seven flavors of syrup, from black walnut to apple pie.

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Hickory Ridge Homestead Museum: Get a taste of 18th century mountaineers in this living history museum.

Demonstrations in weaving and hearthside cooking.

from bluegrass to clogging to quilts Stretching from Alabama to New York, Appalachia is known for its distinct culture. Traditional Appalachian music includes folk music, big on fiddle, banjo, and dulcimer—and great for the enthusiastic footwork of clogging and flat foot dancing. There’s also bluegrass, traditionally featuring fiddle, banjo, acoustic guitar, mandolin, and upright bass. The Appalachian people are known for their talents in basket-weaving, toolmaking, quilting, and woodcarving.

The culture lives on at local festivals and in area galleries, shops, and museums.

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The great outdoors At 3,333 feet, Appalachian is at the highest elevation of any university east of the Mississippi River. The campus is in the midst of the Blue Ridge Mountains, so called because in a certain light, they look downright blue—and beautiful. The nearby Blue Ridge Parkway, Pisgah National Forest and Boone's proximity to world-class mountain biking, trout fishing, rock climbing and paddling attract people from all over the world and since you’re an Appalachian student, it’s all yours for the taking.

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Outdoor adventures Outdoor Programs (OP) has been Appalachian’s adventure authority since 1973. OP has something for everyone: expeditions, trips, clinics, workshops, trainings, an indoor climbing wall, and sweet rental gear. Don’t spend college sitting on the couch. Go outside with OP and discover your world.

Hiking: There is no better way to explore

the windswept ridges, sheltered coves, and rivers and creeks of the High Country than by foot. Let OP take you to some of their favorite spots.

Looking for more? Try backpacking for the classic Southern Appalachian adventure.

Go with nature Go high: Hike to Calloway Peak on Grandfather Mountain, the roof of the Blue Ridge chain of mountains at 5,964 ft. Now a state park, the backcountry of Grandfather Mountain can be accessed in as little as a 20 minute drive from Boone.

Home to the Mile-High Swinging Bridge, Grandfather gets its name from the profile of an old man’s face visible on its northern slopes.

www.grandfather.com Go deep: Known as the "Grand Canyon" of the East, Linville Gorge is the deepest and longest gorge in the eastern US. The Linville River with its source high on Grandfather Mountain bisects this amazing wilderness from 2,000 feet below the tallest peaks. The terrain is extremely steep and rugged and boasts some of the southeast's tallest and most remote rock climbing.

Go drive: Appalachian is about 7 miles from the Blue Ridge Parkway, one of the country’s most beautiful highways and the most visited National Park. 496 miles of roadway through Virginia and North Carolina connects people to the southeast’s unique natural and cultural heritage.

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Go hike: The Appalachian Trail is the nation’s bestknown hiking trail, with 2,174 miles from Georgia to Maine. Hop on the trail, 10 miles from campus, for a quick jaunt, a day hike, or a backpacking adventure.

Paddling: Get out on the water with three

kinds of kayaking (recreational, whitewater, and sea), canoeing, and whitewater rafting.

Instructor Development Program: OP trips

are lead by students who have trained to be in those roles. Get that training through the Instructor Development Program (IDP). IDP provides you the tools to pursue a life and career of adventure.

Climbing: The Student Recreation Center

includes a 50-foot climbing wall with leadable routes and lots of bouldering options. If you don’t know the lingo, we can teach you. OP works hard to keep the routes and problems fresh, so there is always something challenging for both beginner and expert.

Adventures: OP sponsors trips in the United

States during fall and spring breaks, plus international adventures in the summer to such far-flung places as Fiji, New Zealand, Wales, and Alaska.

Rentals: Dream it, plan it, do it; rent the

gear to outfit your adventures. OP has tents, sleeping bags, canoes, sea kayaks, stoves and more all at a fraction of the cost of buying. Don’t settle for inside.

Find out more: Go to www.op.appstate.edu.

Sign up for the reasonably priced courses and trips at the OP’s Base Camp in the Student Recreation Center.

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Having fun in the snow Sledding: Ask upperclassmen for the best spots on campus. They’ll tell you Sanford Mall, Durham Park, and Newland Hall, for starters. If you don’t have a sled, all you need is a piece of cardboard.

Skiing/snowboarding/tubing: With four winter resorts in the area (Appalachian Ski Mountain, Hawk’s Nest, Sugar, and Beech), the closest one only eight miles from campus, it’s easy to catch that cool winter rush while whooshing down the side of a mountain. Sugar Mountain also offers snowshoeing, and you can find tubing there and at Hawk’s Nest.

AppalCART has buses to the slopes; check schedules at www.appalcart.appstate.edu

Ice skating: Appalachian and Beech Mountain ski resorts both have outdoor skating rinks.

Low-Tech options: Revert to your childhood: Build a snowman, make snow angels. Besides gloves and a sense of fun, no equipment needed.

Staying warm

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OK, so it has been known to snow in October, but really, it’s not that wintry here.

Remember this: there’s no bad weather, only bad clothing. In other words, dress the part and you won’t get frostbite. And don’t forget your winter clothes when you come back to campus after fall break.

Think layers: Layers will keep you warmer.

Plus, you can peel them off once you’re inside a warm building.

Cover up: Your parents were right. Wear a hat or headband to keep your head and ears warm. And gloves. And waterproof boots when there’s snow and ice.

Prepare for the wind: Wind makes it feel a lot colder. So wear a scarf that you can pull across your face.

Be aware: Watch the weather forecast either online or on TV—and dress appropriately.

Retreat: Warm yourself from the inside

Appalachian’s Snowboard Team

has been around only a few years, but they’ve been to national competitions each year.

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with a steaming hot cocoa or coffee. Or head to Belk Library, where you can warm yourself by the fireplace in the Fox Family Reading Room.

Appalachian traditions

What’s happening From rousing football games to big concerts to thoughtprovoking art exhibits and lectures, there are events to entertain, inform, and make you laugh just about every day. It’s impossible to list them all. Find out what’s going on this week at: www.events.appstate.edu

Some happenings have become true traditions.

Homecoming, for instance, includes a pep rally, bonfire, fireworks, lip sync contest, and parade. During February’s Polar Plunge, more than 200 students leap into the frigid waters of the Duck Pond to raise money for Special Olympics.

Music

Most of the big-name concerts are organized by the student-run Appalachian Popular Programming Society and have included Jimmy Buffett, Allison Krauss, Bela Fleck, Outkast, Lonestar, Nappy Roots, and Black Eyed Peas. Appalachian students (and faculty) have plenty of talent themselves, and each year perform in more than 150 concerts and recitals on campus. www.apps.appstate.edu

Films

Forget the high-priced movie tickets. Go to I.G. Greer Auditorium any weekend and catch a movie for only a buck. And take in screenings at the state-of-the-art Greenbriar Theater in Plemmons Student Union. films.appstate.edu

Visual Arts has been named one of the nation’s best college radio stations. www.wasurocks.com

Catherine J. Smith Gallery, the Art Department’s art gallery, has work by student, regional, and nationally known artists. Looking Glass Gallery in the student union focuses on student work. The Turchin Center for Visual Arts features nationally and internationally known artists.

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90.5 FM WASU

www.thearts.appstate.edu

Culture

Dance, opera, theatre, poetry readings, and more are brought to you by both students and world-renowned performers, from the Alvin Ailey Dance Company to the Bulgarian State Opera. www.appsummer.org www.pas.appstate.edu

A nightclub like no other Steely Pan Steel Band Appalachian’s Steely Pan Steel Band started 20 years ago with drums (pans) the players made out of 55-gallon orange juice barrels. Today, their trademark bright yellow pans are still handmade. The group performs a range of styles—from traditional calypso to mountain music to classical music—and they’ve released several CDs. Listen at

www.steelband.appstate.edu

With a first-class sound and light system and one of the largest dance floors around, Appalachian’s nightclub, Legends, is the only place of its kind in North Carolina. The goal is to bring the best entertainment to campus—music, comedy, theater, and more.

Performers have included Dave Matthews Band, John Mayer, Eric Church, Jimmy Fallon, Widespread Panic, Nickel Creek, Collective Soul, Carrot Top, the Wailers, Edwin McCain, Willie Nelson and Lynard Skynard. And there’s a dance night nearly every weekend. www.legends.appstate.edu

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How to join in

Getting involved Life beyond the classroom is about more than having fun (although there’s plenty of that, too). It’s your chance to make an impact. How do you think those 300 student organizations here started? It was someone’s idea. They made it happen. And so can you.

Along the way, as you get involved on campus— whether through sports, community service, student organizations, or starting your own thing—you’ll learn new skills, meet interesting people, practice your leadership skills, and learn about yourself. Bonus: Research shows that if you get involved, you’ll feel more connected and actually do better academically.

And to show you just how important we think life beyond the classroom is, we’ll help you keep track of your activities and give you an official co-curricular transcript that shows your leadership positions, membership, honors, oncampus jobs, etc.

Worried that you won’t have enough time to get involved? Even first-year students do better if they join in something going on around campus. Just don’t overextend yourself by trying to join five different groups and a couple of intramural sports—at least for your first semester. Ease into it. Start by joining only one or two clubs, and get a feel for how to manage the balance between classes and non-academic stuff. Here’s how to figure out what to join:  Go to THE EXPO (during Orientation

Welcome Week: Getting Settled) on August 22 in the Plemmons Student Union. You can learn about all the different organizations and decide what you’re interested in.

THE EXPO is held at the beginning of each semester, so you’ll have plenty of chances to join in.  Head to the Lee H. McCaskey Center

for Student Involvement and Leadership (CSIL) in Room 219 of the Plemmons Student Union, where you can pick up a hard-copy directory that lists all the clubs and organizations.  Check out the CSIL Web site at

www.csil.appstate.edu. It includes more

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Fraternity & sorority life

Multicultural involvement

With more than 1,250 students involved in 29 nationally recognized fraternities and sororities, Greek life at Appalachian provides an outstanding opportunity to engage in leadership development, service to the community and an active social experience.

For more information and membership recruitment dates visit www.greeks.appstate.edu.

If you are in search of support and services for students from underrepresented populations, Appalachian offers the Office of Multicultural Student Development.

The office strives to empower students to celebrate, embrace, and appreciate diversity in all its forms. Along with operating a Multicultural Center, Women’s Center, and LGBT Center, the office provides diversity programming, support for multicultural clubs and organizations and a Peer Mentor Program for incoming freshmen.

Just about any interest you can think of, you’ll find it among Appalachian’s nearly 300 student organizations covering the arts, culture, politics, honor societies, service, religion, Greek life, academic pursuits, club sports, and special interests from knitting to gaming to sustainable energy to swing dancing. Can’t find a club that specializes in your hobby or passion? Start your own. www.csil.appstate.edu click on “Club and Organization Directory”

Religious & spiritual life Many students continue their religious and spiritual growth while in college.

Appalachian hosts a variety of religious organizations and campus ministries for those wanting to advance their faith in a community setting. At the start of fall semester, religious organizations will have display tables in Plemmons Student Union from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. the Sunday before classes begin, as well as during THE EXPO. Or, visit www.csil.appstate.edu for a list of organizations and ministries.

www.multicultural.appstate.edu Facebook.com/Office of Multicultural Student Development

Community outreach Appalachian and The Community Together (ACT) offers opportunities for students to get involved in community service, academic service-learning, and community-based research within the NC High Country, as well as across the state, nation and world. ACT offers engagement opportunities for every Appalachian student -- from one-time events in Boone to full-year international opportunities abroad. Students who participate in the ACT program increase their awareness, become involved, and affect change concerning critical social, economic and environmental issues!

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Student organizations

www.act.appstate.edu

Learning leadership Appalachian offers several ways for you to develop leadership skills. Here’s how: Trailhead Academies: This is a summer program before you start as a freshman in the fall. See page 17.

Emerging Leaders: If you’re a freshman or a sophomore transfer student, this program helps you grow as a leader and as a person.

Service and Leadership Residential Learning Community: Live with other students who are interested in leadership and service. See page 39.

Conferences: Attend one of the annual student conferences that focus on leadership.

Classes: For classes that focus on leadership, go to www.leadershipstudies.

appstate.edu. You will also

find information there about the Leadership Studies minor.

Volunteer: Take service to the next level through Appalachian and the Community Together (ACT). See above.

Practice It: Get involved, learn more and find ways to further your leadership development.

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Varsity sports

Athletics and recreation Appalachian has sports and recreation options for every interest and ability level, so you can get competitive or just do something to burn off a few calories. It’s up to you.

Once you get that Mountaineer spirit, you’ll never root for another team the same way again. Appalachian’s 10 men’s and 10 women’s sports are NCAA Division I and compete in the Southern Conference (except for field hockey, which competes in the NorPac). Football, outdoor track and field, and field hockey compete in the 21,650-seat Kidd Brewer Stadium, built into the side of a mountain and affectionately known as “The Rock.” Appalachian’s football team won back-to-back-to-back NCAA Division I national championships in 2005, 2006 and 2007.

Everyone around here is a little proud of this fact. So you’ll see Appalachian spirit everywhere, from the “Welcome to Boone” sign when you drive into town to the hats, t-shirts and signs. You can buy your Appalachian and game-day gear at the University Bookstore, or go to www.goasu.com and click “online store.” www.goasu.com

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Men’s varsity sports

 Baseball  Basketball  Cross-Country  Football  Golf  Indoor/Outdoor Track and Field  Soccer  Tennis  Wrestling

Women’s varsity sports  Basketball  Cross-Country  Field Hockey  Golf  Indoor/Outdoor Track and Field  Soccer  Softball  Tennis  Volleyball

Club sports University Recreation offers the opportunity to compete competitively while being involved in other areas of campus life. Club Sports not only offers opportunities for competition amongst other Colleges & Universities but also leadership development including coaching, managing, organizing, budgeting, for a team of your fellow students. The Club Sports Council governs the program and receives recognition through the Center for Student Involvement & Leadership. www.clubsports.appstate.edu

Men’s Club Teams

Co-Ed Club Teams

 Lacrosse  Rugby  Soccer  Ultimate Frisbee

Women’s Club Teams  Lacrosse  Rugby  Soccer  Ultimate Frisbee  Volleyball

 Baseball  Cycling  Equestrian  Fencing  Ice Hockey  Ski Team  Snowboarding  Swimming

Intramural sports

“Today I give my all for Appalachian” is the foundation for Appalachian Athletics and the university as a whole. Together, Appalachian administrators and students have developed an initiative to encourage first-class conduct at all Appalachian athletic events.

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Seize the opportunity to compete against your peers in our friendly and structured environment. Through team sports, individual/ dual activities or special events, you can find the activities that fit your needs. Most activities take place on the campus with only a few exceptions.

In all of our activities we stress: getting active, playing fair, having fun and being a good sport.

We offer three levels of play: A-Beginner, AA-Intermediate and AAA-Competitive. You can create your own team or join another through free agency. To register for intramurals go to www.urec.appstate.edu click on the Intramural Sports tab for directions to sign up for imleagues, our online signup system. www.intramuralsports.appstate.edu

Sports Offered:  Flag Football  Tennis  Soccer  Golf  Volleyball  5K  Sand Volleyball  Bowling  Dodgeball  Team Handball  Racquetball  Yackleball  3 on 3 Basketball

 Badminton  Table Tennis  Baggo  Walleyball  Knockout  Basketball  Indoor Soccer  Arena Football  Horseshoes  Pickleball  Mini-Triathlon  Softball  Water Polo

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Staying fit

Love Yosef

beyond academics

What’s the story behind our mascot, Yosef the Mountaineer? Was there some heroic tale that inspired the bearded figure with suspenders and black hat?

Well, no. In the early 1940s, the yearbook staff was struggling to fill an empty space at the end of the freshman class photos. Someone suggested, “Why don’t you just include a picture of yourself?”

Instead, the space was filled with a sketch and the name Dan’l Boone Yoseff. Over the years, the name has evolved into Yosef, and he’s became Appalachian’s mascot. You’ll see him at football games and anywhere there’s Mountaineer pride bubbling up. And you can’t miss the 12-foot statue of “Touchdown Yosef” at the corner of Rivers Street and Stadium Drive.

If you prefer to keep your workouts more informal, there are group fitness classes and plenty of equipment. Classes offered include: step, yoga, pilates, cardio-boxing, zumba, spin, & funk dance. We also offer personal trainers to assist with fitness goals or specific training goals.

You can sign up for these sessions alone or in pairs.

Work out on your own in the weight room, go for a run, play racquetball, swim or climb in Appalachian’s extensive facilities. www.fitness.appstate.edu

Recreational and fitness facilities The Student Recreation Center: This expansive facility, on the corner of Bodenheimer Drive and Rivers Street, opened in 2006. Here are just a few of the features that students can look forward to when visiting this beautiful and functional Center. At a total of approx. 125,000 sq. ft. the SRC includes 4,000 sq. ft. of indoor climbing, 3,300 sq. ft. cardio room, 6,400 sq. ft. weight room area, an indoor walking/running track, a 50M swimming pool, UREC Central Offices (home base for the Aquatics, Club, Fitness, Intramural, and Informal programs) the Outdoor Programs’ Outing Center, a Smoothie Bar to refuel, and two gymnasiums used for Intramural Sports, Club Sports, as well as Informal use (free play).

Quinn Recreation Center: On Stadium Drive across from Kidd Brewer Stadium, the Quinn is a 48,000 square-foot facility equipped with stateof-the-art fitness equipment. Weight Room: Free Motion equipment, body shaping and free weights. Cardiovascular area: treadmills, crosstrainers, stationer bikes, step machines, rowing machines, and more.

Aerobics: Classes are taught by qualified instructors in step, slide, toning, low impact, box aerobics, and much more. Racquetball: Eight courts for racquetball, handball, or walleyball. Gymnasium: Four courts designed for basketball or volleyball. The Quinn opened in 1987.

Mt. Mitchell Fitness Centre: Located on the third floor of the Plemmons Student Union, the center has Cybex resistance training equipment, treadmills, cross-trainers, step machines, rowing machines, and stationary bikes. A large multipurpose area offers a variety of multi-interest classes; such as yoga, self-defense, spinning, stretching, toning and aerobics. The Centre opened in June of 1995.

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Getting in touch Although we’ve tried to include as much information as possible in First Connections, this book may not have answers to all your questions. So we’ve put together a list of phone numbers and Web sites you might need.

www.admissions.appstate.edu 828.262.2120

Advising

www.advising.appstate.edu 828.262.2167

AppalCART (bus service) www.appalcart.com 828.264.2278

AppalNet (computer network)

www.appstate.edu (click on “AppalNet”) 828.262.6266

AppCard/Meal Card

www.foodservices.appstate.edu 828.262.6141

Emergency Notifications During an emergency, all emergency notifications and updates will be posted at www.emergency.appstate.edu

Appstate Alert AppState-ALERT is the 24/7 emergency messaging system. Using a combination of text messaging, voice messaging, the siren warning system, desktop alerts, email, and web technologies, AppState-ALERT provides students with timely information in the event of a campus emergency. Students should register their cell phone at emergency.appstate.edu/appstate-alert

Fire, Police, and Ambulance 911 (from off campus) or 9-911 (from on campus)

University Police

Emergency: 828.262.8000 Non-Emergency: 828.262.2150

Student Health Services 828.262.3100

Watauga Medical Center

828.262.4100

Poison Control

(Carolina Medical Center, Charlotte, NC) 800.846.6946

Bookstore

www.bookstore.appstate.edu 828.262.3070 1-800-ASU-WEAR

Counseling and Psychological Services Center www.counseling.appstate.edu 828.262.3180

Disability Services

www.ods.appstate.edu 828.262.3056

Financial Aid

www.financialaid.appstate.edu 828.262.2190

Food Services

www.foodservices.appstate.edu 828.262.3061

Health Services

www.healthservices.appstate.edu Main number: 828.262.3100 Appointments: 828.262.6577 Insurance: 828.262.7463 After-hours nurse: 828.262.3100

The Honors College

www.honors.appstate.edu 828.262.2083

Housing and Residence Life www.housing.appstate.edu 828.262.2160/2278

Information

online campus directory search.appstate.edu/directory campus switchboard 828.262.2000

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Emergency Contacts

directory Laundry (service and repairs)

800.mac.gray 800.622.4729

Library and Information Commons www.library.appstate.edu 828.262.2186

Mountaineer Safe Ride

828.262.RIDE (between 6 p.m. and 1:45 a.m. only)

Student Accounts (Cashier)

www.studentaccounts.appstate.edu 828.262.2113

Student Conduct

www.studentconduct.appstate.edu 828.262.2704

Student Employment Office

www.studentemployment.appstate.edu 828.262.4099

Orientation, Parent

Study Abroad

Orientation, Freshman and Transfer

Tech Support

www.parents.appstate.edu 828.262.7398

www.orientation.appstate.edu 828.262.2167

Orientation Welcome Week

www.orientation.appstate.edu 828.262.2167

Parking and Traffic Department

www.parking.appstate.edu 828.262.2878

Post Office

828.262.2242

Registrar’s Office

www.registrar.appstate.edu 828.262.2050

Ride Share

www.rideshare.appstate.edu

Snow Emergency Line

828.262.SNOW

www.international.appstate.edu 828.262.2046 www.support.appstate.edu 828.262.6266

Testing Services

www.testing.appstate.edu 828.262.6801

Traffic/Parking

www.parking.appstate.edu 828.262.2878

University College

www.universitycollege.appstate.edu 828.262.2070

University Housing

www.housing.appstate.edu 828.262.6111

University Police

www.police.appstate.edu 828.262.2150

Watauga Global Community

www.wataugaglobal.appstate.edu 828.262.3177

We need your feedback After you’ve been at Appalachian a little while, you may find that there are some things that this First Connections book was missing. Or maybe we included too much about one topic and not enough about another. Or maybe there was something you found especially helpful. We need the people who know best—that’s you—to tell us how we can make this book even more helpful for next year’s incoming students. We look forward to hearing your comments, critiques, kudos, and suggestions.

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www.admissions.appstate.edu/feedback

Appalachian State University is committed to providing equal opportunity in education and employment to all applicants, students, and employees. The university does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation. The university actively promotes diversity among students and employees.

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NUMERICAL KEY 1. Broyhill Inn & Conference Center 2. Beaver Field at Jim and Bettie Smith Stadium 3. Appalachian Heights 4. Mountaineer Residence Hall 5. Student Recreation Center 6. Walker Hall 7. Farthing Auditorium 8. Broyhill Music Center 9. Living Learning Center 10. Wey Hall 11. Belk Residence Hall 12. Frank Residence Hall 13. Winkler Residence Hall 14. Eggers Residence Hall 15. Bowie Residence Hall 16. Appalachian House and Chancellor’s Residence 17. Lackey Field 18. Sofield Family Indoor Practice Facility 19. Track and Field Throwing Areas 20. University Tennis Courts 21. Appalachian Athletics Center and Kidd Brewer Stadium 22. Owens Field House 23. Quinn Recreation Center 24. Gardner Residence Hall 25. Coltrane Residence Hall 26. Trivette Hall 27. Newland Residence Hall

28. Tomlinson Park 29. Justice Residence Hall 30. Chemistry, Astronomy, and Physics Building 31. University Police/Traffic &Parking Department/ RiversStreet Parking Deck 32. Katherine Harper Hall/W. Kerr Scott Hall 33. John E. Thomas Hall (Admissions/Visitors Center) 34. George M. Holmes Convocation Center/Seby Jones Arena 35. McKinney Alumni Center 36. Founders Hall 37. B.B. Dougherty Administration Building 38. Steam Plant 39. Central Dining Facility 40. Varsity Gymnasium 41. I.G. Greer Hall 42. Sanford Hall 43. East Residence Hall Honors College 44. Lovill Residence Hall 45. Cannon Residence Hall 46. White Residence Hall 47. Doughton Residence Hall 48. Hoey Residence Hall 49. Legends 50. Cone Residence Hall 51. Future Home of Honors College (under construction) 52. Future Residential Learning Center (under construction) 53. Lucy Brock Child Development Center 54. L.S. Dougherty Building 55. Plemmons Student Union 56. Plemmons Student Union & Solarium 57. University Bookstore 58. Psychology Research House 59. Annas Student Support Building 60. College Street Parking Deck 61. Belk Library & Information Commons 62. D.D. Dougherty Hall 63. Smith-Wright Hall 64. Anne Belk Hall 65. Rankin Science Annex 66. Rankin Hall 67. Edwin Duncan Hall 68. Chapell Wilson Hall 69. Raley Hall 70. Turchin Center for the Visual Arts 71. College of Education Building 72. University Hall (from Holmes Convocation Center go .8 miles SE on Blowing Rock Road, turn left on University Hall Dr.) 73. State Farm Fields Complex(from Holmes Convocation Center go .9 miles SE on Blowing Rock Road, turn left on Shadowline Dr., continue .3 miles to the end of Dale St.)

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