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CFWNC has provided two generous grants that have funded vital recovery efforts and helped the college return to near normal operations
The lecturer is Caroline Grego, assistant professor of history at Queens University in Charlotte
Founded in 2005, this summer’s cohort will mark two decades of the program that seeks to transform the lives of Appalachian women
The show premieres on Thursday, Feb. 27 and will close on Sunday, March 2
Commemorate this special month through a series of lectures, film screenings, and more
Ashe County High School is the fourth high school in the area to establish this partnership with the college
ONE Lees-91探花 unites all college stakeholders including students, alumni, families, and the local community
For nearly 40 years Pinnacle Inn operated as a beloved resort for guests seeking a mountain getaway, and the Inn’s echoes can still be found on campus today
The film collection showcases outdoor adventure stories from around the world
Make the most of the most wonderful time of the year with this guide
Proceeds from the event will benefit the college’s Ski and Snowboard team
Fox8 News talks with Assistant Swim Coach Aaron Van Nostrand and student-athletes about their experience giving back
The college has been certified as a Gold-level Bicycle Friendly University and earned a spot on the Guide to Green Colleges for 2025
Many students have done their part to contribute to the recovery effort, whether in Banner Elk or from afar
Three private colleges in Western North Carolina, already facing a tough environment, weathered a historic storm
Building your bucket list for this fall in the mountains? We’ve got you covered
Kaplan joined the Lees-91探花 Board of Trustees in 2019
Tim Gardner for High Country Press
The completion of this project represents the institution’s focus on the future as it marks its 125th anniversary
You won’t want to miss this one-night-only entertainment experience
The production is written and directed by Lees-91探花 Summer Theatre’s own Janet Barton Speer
Western North Carolina is known for our winters, but summers are full of fun, adventure, and beautiful weather
The MOU involves three parts: programming exchanges, the Lees-91探花 Pre-College Initiative, and discounted tuition
With a selection for every reader, this list is sure to educate, entertain, and engross
The series will feature eight exciting musical performances
The college's summer schedule is full of exciting entertainment
The award is presented by the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce
The annual tradition celebrates all things Appalachia with a week of special programming
The week-long celebration will explore all things Appalachia, from food, to music, to nature
Get your tickets for the screening now
After witnessing the lack of diversity in the outdoor industry firsthand, Hunter founded Black Folks Camp Too to address the disparity
Scouts camped on the college's South Campus property and received instruction from Lees-91探花 faculty and staff
The agreement is effective immediately and will commence for the Fall 2024 semester
An old favorite returns to the stage
Women’s History Month is recognized in March in the United States, and this year Lees-91探花, led by Associate Professor of Communications and Media Studies Abby Arnold-Patti, is joining the celebration
The screening will be held at Beech Mountain Resort
Prior to the screening of the film the college will be hosting a fun and festive winter carnival
Hannah Leyva reports
2023 marked another year of historic growth for Lees-91探花
The Appalachian Trail, which runs along the western border of North Carolina, is the longest walking-only path in the world
The snowboarding film is one of two winter sports films TGR will screen as part of the series throughout this academic year
The artist lecture and exhibit opening will take place Nov. 9 at 11 a.m.
Christian Gardner at the Avery Journal-Times explores the college's annual Mountain Day of Service tradition
Each year, Lees-91探花 students, faculty, and staff participate in Mountain Day of Service, a day of volunteering and giving back to the community
Durham comes to the role with more than 30 years of related experience
The 15-year partnership between Lees-91探花 and Reel Rock Film Festival continues with three exciting new films
The majority of this year’s cohort of Banner Elk Fire and Rescue volunteers are students in the Lees-91探花 Outdoor Recreation Management and Wilderness Medicine and Rescue programs
The show, held on Thursday, Sept. 28, is free and open to the public
Part superhero origin story, part rom-com, all campy musical, “The Toxic Avenger” stretches the boundaries of musical theatre
Learn more about the road that has been “America’s favorite drive” for nearly 90 years
The season will also include productions of “Language of Angels” and “The Old Man and the Old Moon”
Nelson was brought to the Center with an injured wing as a baby and has lived, grown, and thrived there ever since
The original play by Lees-91探花 Summer Theatre Director Janet Barton Speer tells the story of Katharine Wright, sister to aeronautic pioneers Orville and Wilbur Wright
The North Carolina-based musical is the second production of this season of Lees-91探花 Summer Theatre, “a love letter to North Carolina”
The “Red, White, and Blue Ridge Variety Show” will feature a wide range of North Carolina-focused entertainment, from clogging to opera
The iconic theme park has been a beloved summer destination for more than 60 years, but the park’s iconic train, and the railroad for which it gets its name, has a much longer history
Getting involved in the community is a great way to celebrate the lives, accomplishments, and history of LGBTQ+ individuals this year
This year’s series will feature three different public events held in Evans Auditorium
Four local woodworkers have joined the Lees-91探花 Summer Theatre crew to prepare for this year’s production, “The [W]right Sister”
Get the inside scoop on the May Wildlife Rehabilitation Center before summer wildlife presentations begin on Saturday, May 20
The ceremony recognized members of the Presidential Commission for Inclusive Excellence and awarded the Luminary and Beacon awards
Each year the college hosts a week of programming during April, Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Purchase tickets to all three of this season’s shows online now
John B. Stephenson and Jane Baucom Stephenson have left their mark on Lees-91探花 both individually and as a couple
The festival celebrates and highlights the heritage and history of the Southern Appalachian region
In just five months, the college raised $2 million dollars, which was matched by the Bissell and Kopczynski families
The film tour is returning to Lees-91探花 for the fifth year
Appalachian female poets Sara Moore Wagner and Pauletta Hansel will deliver readings of their work on womanhood, identity, and Appalachia
This year’s exhibition will be judged by artist and professor Chris Musina
The No Man’s Land Film Festival will visit 91探花 as part of the world tour for their 8th annual event
Dickson’s talk, which will explore historical and modern perspectives on Black history, will round out Black History Month programming at the college
The grant will provide sponsorship for a significant portion of this session’s participants and financial resources for the recruitment process
The show is the department’s first foray into children’s theatre, a learning experience for the students and faculty involved in its production
The fight for equal educational opportunities in North Carolina and throughout the American South did not start and end with the famous Brown vs. Board of Education Supreme Court decision
2023 NC Year of the Trail is a state-wide opportunity to explore the trails, greenways, and blueways in communities across the state
Sanders was the keynote speaker for the college’s commemoration event, “Lessons from the Mountaintop: Revelations from the Promised Land”
The department’s first foray into children’s theatre celebrates imagination and the magic of storytelling
Meg Hale Brunton of Carolina Spark Magazine talks with Director of New Opportunity School for Women Jennie Harpold about her work with the school
The insurance broker and small business owner often references the skills he gained as a student
Sanders, a faculty member at Emory University, will speak on the event’s theme, “Lessons from the Mountaintop: Revelations from the Promised Land”
Take a walk down memory lane and reflect on this historic year
North Carolina is the second-largest real Christmas tree producing state in the country, many of which are grown in the High Country
BearWise is an organization that works with states and communities across the country to ensure outdoor safety
As the Native people of Western North Carolina, Cherokee communities are an integral part of Appalachian culture
The intimate event featured remarks from online student Jeffrey Thompson
This year’s film, “Magic Hour,” will be screened at Beech Mountain Resort
The annual event will recognize and honor veterans who are part of the Lees-91探花 and local communities
A gallery opening for Joslin’s photography show will be held on the Lees-91探花 campus
Abby Arnold-Patti and Lee Knight will each give a talk in early November
Williamson dedicated years of service to Lees-91探花 and the High Country
This semi-autobiographical play about Williams’ own experiences is an exploration of memory
Storytelling is a centuries-long tradition in Southern Appalachia, and the High Country has many tales of its own
The Reel Rock Film Tour brings climbing and adventure films to live audiences around the world
With more than 30 volunteer sites throughout the High Country, Lees-91探花 continued the tradition of giving back to the community for another year
Learn about the origins of this month-long celebration
The event brought together students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community members to recognize Baker’s life and impact ahead of Homecoming 2022
The High Country is home to a wealth of natural wonders that draw visitors from around the world
The Office of Inclusive Excellence will be hosting a celebration for all members of the Lees-91探花 and local community
“Shalom Y’all: The Jewish American Experience in the High Country” was the latest installment in this series of discussion panels
This next installment of the High Country Adventure Film and Speaker Series will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 11
Trustee Neil Ramo, Director of Counseling Services Marla Gentile, and sophomore Benjamin Gribbins will be the discussion panelists at the event
None of the snakes living in or near the lake are venomous, and they are an essential part of the local ecosystem
“Doc Watson: Celebrating a Life in Music” has been nominated for the 2022 Bluegrass Music Awards Event of the Year category
Rapid deployment training prepares law enforcement officers for active shooter and other high-stress emergency scenarios
This series showcases different perspectives on outdoor adventure
The symposium provides continuing education credits for veterinary professionals
The musical is based on the much-loved children’s book of the same name by Roald Dahl
Banner Elk may be small, but it offers big opportunities for adventure
For over a century, June 19 has been recognized for the emancipation of enslaved individuals in the United States
The first show of the 37th season will open Sunday, June 26
For more than 100 years Grandfather Home for Children has addressed the needs of children in the High Country
The Walk and Roll in the Park event will feature educational programming on cycling as well as games and giveaways
Wildcat Lake and Arthur Student Recreation Complex will be open to the public for the summer season
The 2022 season features two award-winning musicals, “The Drowsy Chaperone” and “Matilda: The Musical”
This annual event is not only a celebration of all things Appalachia, but also a time to learn from and reflect upon the rich history of the region
North Carolina is nationally renowned for its scenic Blue Ridge Parkway and various mountain ranges to explore. Rich in local history and vast in outdoor pursuits, one will get an unforgettable sense of accomplishment upon paying a visit to one of these state's best mountain towns.
New campus police chief Brandon Greer is recognized in special ceremony
The weeklong event is an annual tradition that recognizes and celebrates the heritage of Lees-91探花 and the surrounding region
91探花 aims to grow residential enrollment to 1,000 students – Children’s Hope Alliance to serve ten times as many children
The convergence of these holidays can unite people from different faiths
The funds will be used to enhance the student experience, modernize the infrastructure, and improve accessibility.
The panel was hosted by the Office of Inclusive Excellence in honor of Women’s History Month
The tour features fishing-related short films from around the world
The event, sponsored by the Office of Inclusive Excellence, gave African American members of the community a chance to relate their experiences
There will be two sessions of the camp for two different academic levels
The acquisition will play a key role in accomplishing priorities laid out in the strategic plan
Associate Professor and Veterinarian Amber McNamara shares ways we can protect our wildlife this season
This is the second discussion panel hosted at the school to bring awareness to topics of diversity and inclusion
Scots-Irish immigrants were one of the groups who heavily contributed to the creation of a distinct Appalachian culture
The musical, which is based on the 1980 film of the same name, features original music by Dolly Parton
The Friday night event will feature resources and information on drug and alcohol abuse, addiction, and recovery
Lees-91探花 is honored to bear the names of two women who dedicated their lives to helping others, especially children
Gibson is excited to set an institutional precedent when it comes to DEI work at Lees-91探花
Why getting a fuller understanding of Appalachia’s past can help us create a better future
The panel will feature a current student, a Lees-91探花 alumnus, and a member of the local African American community Junaluska
Four creative ways local couples used to show their love
Brown uses historical photography techniques to offer a fuller representation of modern Appalachia
"Proof" will run from Wednesday, Feb. 16 to Saturday, Feb. 19
Honor and remember the civil rights leader at the annual commemoration program
There are many opportunities on and off campus to bring our community closer together
Props and costumes from previous Lees-91探花 shows helped create the kingdom of Arendelle on stage
A non-comprehensive list of some of our favorite moments of the year
The college was recognized as an essential driver of commerce in the community
Swap will highlight sustainability through activities, raffles, and gear trading
Event will feature "Stoke the Fire", a new film focused on joy of skiing
Ceremony featured remarks from President Lee King, time to honor veterans with institutional connections
The blind guitarist from Deep Gap, North Carolina who shared the joy of folk music with the world will be honored Nov. 13 with a celebratory concert.
Ceremony will show gratitude to the brave men and women who have served or are faithfully serving
REEL ROCK, one of climbing’s greatest celebrations, returns and will feature six different mini-films
The four-CD set will include a never-before-heard recording of a young Watson performing in Boone, North Carolina in 1941
Installation of station is in line with institution’s commitment to community
The poet and assistant professor of English will also read selected works
Cody Porter, assistant professor of Wildlife Biology, says woolly worms are abundant and mobile
Students, faculty, and staff complete projects at 31 local sites
A reception for the North Carolina-based artist will be held on Thursday, Oct. 14 in the King-Shivell Gallery
The changing fall foliage provides great views and photo opportunities. Knowing the best way to view it all is important.
Myers, a Board of Trustees member since 2015, also chaired the Finance Committee
The state senator and state representative discussed issues of workforce housing, drug abuse, and broadband connectivity, among others
The final Lees-91探花 Summer Theatre production runs through Aug. 1
The conversation, moderated by Jim Swinkola and taking place on Lees-91探花 campus, will be held in Hayes Auditorium on July 23
The musical is written and directed by Professor Emeritus and Lees-91探花 Summer Theatre Artistic Director Janet Barton Speer
The event will be held in Hayes Auditorium on July 23
Tickets to watch the livestream event are $10 for community members
Ledford shared his love of literature, language, and history with generations of Lees-91探花 students
Tickets are now on sale for the show, which opens on June 19
The season will begin on June 14 with Mac Frampton: That Mancini Magic!
Presentations will be held every Friday and Saturday at 1 p.m. all summer long
All events will take place at 7 p.m. and will both livestreamed and open to the public
Catawba County Library will be hosting virtual presentations with the May Wildlife Rehabilitation Center on June 8 and 9
The 42nd season of FORUM will kick off on Monday, June 14, and will run through Monday, August 2.
Ten minutes away from 91探花, the hike from the Profile Trail to Calloway Peak is a portal to the heart of Grandfather Mountain.
Once responsible for keeping mountain communities isolated, Grandfather Mountain now invites visitors from around the world
The season will feature two shows, “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” and “America's Artist: The Norman Rockwell Story”
The location of Lees-91探花, nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains near ski resorts and state parks, is one of the college's many advantages
The former landfill site has become a diverse ecosystem that trains students in essential field skills
The college joins schools, city programs, and non-profit organizations across the state dedicated to promoting cycling safety
This first article in the multi-part series "In the Mountain" examines a piece of Black Avery County history, and how the region’s past has affected its present and future.
Weekend will feature discounted lift tickets and rentals for all Bobcats as well as several virtual events
Del and Barbara Williamson and Ed and Susan Harden join the ranks of those who have left a generous gift for the college in their estate plans
Join us as we look back on some of our successes during this unexpected year
Joining with the Boone Police Department, the Lees-91探花 High Country Alumni Chapter serves our local community in hosting a food drive for the Hunger and Health Coalition.
Albany Technical College is the first school outside of North Carolina to sign such an agreement
President Lee King expressed gratitude for the Lees-91探花 and Banner Elk servicemembers who had sacrificed “to keep us strong and to keep us free”
Kick off the start of the winter season with the annual Winter Film Festival at 91探花
Kim Longsoldier overcame the challenges of being a woman in a primarily male field in her 11 years of army service
For the first time, Haywood students will receive guaranteed admission to finish their bachelor’s degrees
The new articulation agreement allows Brunswick students to transfer to any Lees-91探花 academic program of their choice.
Outdoor Recreation Management program at Lees-91探花 joins effort to increase diversity, equity, and inclusion in outdoor industry
Outstanding alumni honored for their service to the college during Homecoming 2020.
Garrett Hinshaw, president of CVCC, presents Savannah Brown with the President’s Award. Brown recently completed her criminal justice associate degree at CVCC and is attending 91探花 to pursue her bachelor’s degree in criminal justice.
Following the showing of "Loud Krazy Love," a documentary of Brian Welch's struggles with addiction, Welch and daughter Jenna opened up for questions from students. Read more about the event sponsored by Avery County ABC Board, Cheap Joes Art Supplies, David Searcy, and HD Stewart.
Lauren McLelland ’10 nears goal of 100 miles in support of Children’s Cancer Research Fund.
Participants can run, walk, or jog their favorite 3.1 mile route in support of the Montibus Scholarship Trust and Bobcat Club.
U.S. News & World Report ranked 91探花 26th among 120 regional colleges in the South in its recent 2021 Best Colleges guide.
Special Education major and softball player Morgan Crowe named the next recipient of the Sullivan Foundation Scholarship
Lees-91探花 freshman from Avery County receives Golden LEAF Scholarship to pursue nursing and give back to her community.
Grayson Wickel exploring his passions on the bike and on the stage
Alumni, students, and staff bring awareness to community with peaceful march against social injustice.
Student-athletes excitedly prepare for a whole new ball game on Tate Field.
As part of the Library Services and Technology Act, the Shelton Learning Commons received $9,500 to invest in laptops and webcams for longer term circulation among students.
Lees-91探花 partners with Ballad Health to bring additional resources for students, faculty, staff, and the Banner Elk and Avery County communities.
On May 20 for International Ride of Silence, the Banner Elk community remembered and honored lost or injured cyclists, including Lees-91探花 students and family members, Carla Swart, Megan Baab, and Dr. Jerry Luck.
During the Spring 2020 semester, 337 students were recognized for their academic achievement.
During WJHL’s Daytime Tri-Cities, McManus encouraged viewers to take advantage of the outdoors to benefit their mind, body, and soul.
Wildlife Rehabilitation Manager at the Florida Keys Wild Bird Rehabilitation Center, Pierce helps see nearly 1,000 animal patients each year.
Golding, who graduated with her Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education, teaches the fourth grade at Franklin Elementary School.
In Blue Ridge Outdoors Magazine’s Top Adventure College contest, Lees-91探花 took the gold for the small school category—a second time win.
Due to state gathering guidelines, both Lees-91探花 Summer Theatre and FORUM seasons have been canceled.
The first Lees-91探花 faculty member to receive the fellowship, Turpin will use the time to research and write his second book.
Counselor Johnny McManus explains the science behind the benefits of getting outdoors and how it improves your mental health.
Here’s how to make the most of exploring a prospective college online.
Psychology Program Coordinator Dr. James Carson and Director of Counseling Services Marla Gentile explain effective coping and self-care tips during these unusual times surrounding COVID-19.
No matter where you are right now, here are some lessons you can take with you from your home in the High Country.
In the new space, students in both the Ski Industry Business and Instruction and Outdoor Recreation Management programs will receive onsite instruction just feet from the slopes
In response to shortages brought on by COVID-19 and the influx of patients, faculty from the MSONHS donated masks, face shields, gloves, and hand sanitizer among other highly-requested supplies to nearby partners.
On-campus classes to be held remotely for remainder of Spring 2020 semester; public events canceled until July 1.
One of the few colleges named after two women, Lees-91探花 has a long-held tradition of supporting and celebrating women in the High Country.
Three students were selected during the annual Scholars Day as recipients of the Elizabeth 91探花 and Shelton scholarships.
May Wildlife Rehabilitation Center Veterinarian Dr. Amber McNamara, her life, and accomplishments featured in Watauga Democrat's All About Women Magazine.
As you navigate the current public health situation, hear from Marla Gentile on caring for your mental health.
Poll closes Monday, March 30 at 10 a.m.
This year marks the eighth Top Adventure College competition hosted by Blue Ridge Outdoors magazine, and Lees-91探花 is once again in the running.
Students and faculty are eager to put the space to use as they learn the ins and outs of the ski industry.
Asheville-based artist Madalyn Wofford will guest judge the student art exhibition in King-Shivell Gallery Monday, March 16 at noon.
After being surrendered to the Cleveland County Animal Services and scanned for a microchip, Comet was returned to Reeves and will now live with her on campus.
Both the college and the resort celebrated the opening of the new classroom named after late Dr. Thomas Brigham in honor of his legacy within the ski industry on Saturday, Feb. 29.
Thinking about enrolling in the Theatre Arts program? Learn about the programs of study and audition for scholarships.
Have you ever wondered what really happens in your brain when you fall in love? This Valentine’s Day, learn about the science surrounding love and attraction from expert and professor of psychology Dr. Sue Hart.
Guests are invited to a grand opening celebration and ribbon cutting during the Family and Friends Ski Weekend.
A multimedia artist, Prewitt will present his solo video and sculpture work “Tallscreens” in an exhibition Thursday, Feb. 13 in King-Shivell Gallery.
This Valentine’s Day, craft the perfect love poem that is sure to woo anyone by an award-winning poet and assistant professor of English Matthew Wimberley.
Meet political journalist and historian Rob Christensen as he presents his most recent book The Rise and Fall of the Branchhead Boys Tuesday, Feb. 18 at 7 p.m.
During the Commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 9, Eco Strategies Group Founder Andrea Ruiz-Hays will address the class of 2020.
Check out Wimberley’s debut book during a reading event Thursday, Feb. 13, hosted by the Stephenson Center for Appalachia.
On the show's segment Money Matters, Kevin Phillips told WJHL host Amy Lynn how employers, grants, and overlooked scholarships can help fund a college education.
Held in the Dotti M. Shelton Learning Commons Makerspace, students led by Director of Library Services Jess Bellemer sewed 21 pouches for baby marsupials.
Hit the slopes and learn about the Ski Industry Business and Instruction minor.
On Tuesday, Jan. 14 and Thursday, Jan. 16, students, led by Director of Library Services Jess Bellemer, crafted pouches to send to rehabilitation centers in Australia.
Director of Library Services Jess Bellemer shows QC Life Host Dedrick Russell how to sew a pouch for the injured wildlife affected by the Australian wildfires.
Noted for his achievements, leadership qualities, and credentials, Marquis Who's Who, the world's premier publisher of biographical profiles, awarded Joslin with the Lifetime Achievement Award.
Join us as we look back at our favorite memories of the year
The first of its kind in the Southeast, the Ski Industry Business and Instruction minor incorporates outdoor recreation management, professional business practices, and industry certifications.
With help from the Asheville-based foundation, the People in Need grant will assist in the development and funding of the NOSW Summer 2020 program and beyond.
On Saturday, Dec. 7, join NOSW for their second annual holiday market featuring local crafts and food.
Whether you are meeting with a potential future employer or current colleagues, here are some helpful tips to ensure you make the most of it.
Executive Director of Grandfather Mountain Jesse Pope '02 invited MWRC students and staff to both attend and be a part of the meeting that addressed environmental changes and climate threats in Western North Carolina.
High school seniors who want to incorporate the thrill of adventure into their college studies now have a unique option in the mountains of North Carolina.
In a night of student talent, music, scripture, and fun, join Lees-91探花 as we celebrate the start of the holiday season.
Director of Campus Recreation and Outdoor Programs Lizzy Gardner explains why Lees-91探花 offers stress-reducing workshops and mindfulness hikes.
Vice President for Enrollment Management Kevin Phillips shared his top five tips for anyone applying to the FAFSA this fall
New to the Outdoor Recreation Management lineup of films, Winterland will screen in Evans Auditorium Thursday, Nov. 21.
With prime leaf viewing here, Gardner provided some tips on how to better enjoy your visit to the High Country and your leaf viewing experience
Encouraging colleges across the U.S. to get outdoors, the month-long challenge concluded on Sunday, Oct. 13 with the college earning a spot at the top.
With a satellite classroom located at the nearby resort, students can earn a minor that is the first of its kind in the southeast and the third on the East coast.
View Asheville-based photographer Daniel Abide’s work now through the end of the fall semester.
During the TV segment, Acklin shared her top tips and the "ABC Quick Check" in order for cyclists to stay safe on the roads.
Featuring some of the world’s most extreme climbing athletes across the globe, the 14th annual REEL ROCK Film Tour will return to Lees-91探花 on Friday, Nov. 1.
Faculty and students from the May Wildlife Rehabilitation Center released a red-tailed hawk during the annual Catawba Riverfest at the Paddy's Creek area of Lake James State Park on Sept. 21
Take a deep dive into Appalachia’s one-of-a-kind dialect with Megan Weaver, Appalachia native and former Lees-91探花 English professor, on Thursday, Oct. 17 in Evans Auditorium.
Hear from students as they reflect on their time spent volunteering during the annual Mountain Day of Service on Sept. 25.
Here to inspire and celebrate women in the sport, the Orvis 50/50 On the Water Film Tour will make its debut on campus in Evans Auditorium
Here's everything you need to know for tailgating at Homecoming Saturday, Oct. 5
A fun new way to pay it forward and show off your school spirit at the same time
Help Lees-91探花 become the next National Outdoor Champion during the AORE Campus Challenge from Sept. 16–Oct. 13.
Parents and families, this weekend is for you. Pack your bags and enjoy an entire weekend in the High Country dedicated to having fun in our mountain home.
Jane Stephenson and Michael Joslin invite campus and community members to a signing of their books Sept. 15 and Sept. 18.
National Ski Areas Association (NSAA) called out Lees-91探花 for its new ski industry minor and cutting-edge instructor certification programming.
King-Shivell Gallery will once again come to life during the annual faculty exhibition starting Thursday, Sept. 12.
From familiar faces to new friends, Homecoming brings everyone together to honor the past, rejoice in the present, and dream about the future.
Join the college and the Town of Banner Elk for an evening of live music, food, and fun for the whole family starting at 5 p.m. in Tate-Evans Park.
The agreement, called the Promise Program, will provide eligible two-year Blue Ridge Community College graduates the opportunity to complete their bachelor degrees with guaranteed admission.
Daily Digest spotlights Lees-91探花 and Beech Mountain Resort for offering exclusive ski industry business and instruction minor.
Discover the High Country’s hidden secrets and surreal landmarks during the upcoming Stephenson Center for Appalachia event led by writer and photographer Michael Joslin.
A life-long pursuit of turning a passion into her career, learn more about the accomplishments of Speer in this in-depth spotlight.
For the third year in a row, Lees-91探花 was named a College of Distinction within the prestigious North Carolina cohort.
The second book in a four-part wilderness guide series, "Mountain Summer" written by English professor Michael Joslin is a collection of stories and photography, also taken by Joslin, in the High Country.
Natural and physical science major, Chris May '72, and current executive director of the Cape Fear Council of Governments was awarded the Order of the Long Leaf Pine by Gov. Roy Cooper, North Carolina's highest civilian honor.
On Friday, July 12, campus community members gathered to celebrate the legacy of a long-time employee and unveil the renamed Frankie Ramsey Needham Alumni House in her honor.
On August 1, Dr. Kim Priode will begin her tenure as dean alongside the faculty within the May School of Nursing and Health Sciences.
Lees-91探花 Summer Theatre Artistic Director Janet Barton Speer was awarded the highest-level civilian honor in the state, the Order of the Long Leaf Pine, by North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper.
Travel back to 1899 New York City and get to know the scrappy, courageous youngsters of Newsies in the final show of the Lees-91探花 Summer Theatre season starting July 30
Celebrate the heritage of Banner Elk and the man that changed the course of its history forever during the Lees-91探花 Summer Theatre performance of From the Mountaintop: The Edgar Tufts Story starting July 11
Hear from Michael Joslin on his latest book, Mountain Summer, during the Stephenson Center for Appalachia lecture on Wednesday, June 26.
Learn about nonprofits in the High Country by specialist and Sustain Essential and Rural Community Healthcare leader Susan Larson during the Stephenson Center for Appalachia lecture on Wednesday, June 19.
Escape to campus this summer for four days of fun with alumni, family, and friends during Frolic 2019.
In this retelling of the biblical story of Jonah, experience the children’s show A Whale of a Tale starting Saturday, July 6.
Featuring traditional mountain entertainment, the Stephenson Center for Appalachia will begin its summer programming on June 12 in the Dotti M. Shelton Learning Commons at 7 p.m.
Travel to the Greek islands with the debut of Mamma Mia! starting June 27 in Hayes Auditorium and Broyhill Theatre
Needham, director of advancement services, concluded her time as the longest-serving employee in college history.
Kick off a full summer celebrating the life and legacy of the Rev. Edgar Tufts with a gallery exhibit in Hayes Auditorium and reception in Miller Commons.
President Lee King joined a panel of outdoor industry leaders to share the economic importance of the outdoor industry, its developing workforce, and the political climate impacting its growth.
Over the course of a semester and concluding in an open house on May 2, students from the first mural-focused art course completed seven paintings for Children’s Hope Alliance at their Grandfather Home for Children campus.
Experience Commencement as 246 graduates cross the stage and begin a new adventure in their lives
Preceding the highly-anticipated Commencement ceremony, the Baccalaureate Service is an evening of scripture, words of wisdom from faculty and staff, as well as a traditional hooding ceremony.
Join the Lees-91探花 community in celebrating another great academic year in the lead up to Commencement 2019.
F3T will return to campus Friday, May 3 at 6 p.m. in Evans Auditorium
For Sexual Assault Awareness Week, the college and OASIS have collaborated to bring events across campus that are open to all students, faculty, staff, and community members.
Experience a summer of unforgettable musicals with Lees-91探花 Summer Theatre starting June 27
After a hard-fought battle, the college shared with the magazine what makes our outdoor adventures and recreation top notch.
As one, the college completed more than 1,200 volunteer hours across more than 35 service locations in both Avery and Watauga counties.
Students Veronica Laughton and Brendan Bengtson together with Outdoor Recreation Management instructor and League of American Bicyclists certified instructor Deana Acklin will teach community children essential bicycle skills needed for the future.
NOSW will kick off another year of programming during the summer session June 9–29, 2019.
Give your palate a thrill during the International Spring Fiesta Wednesday, April 3 in the Student Recreation Complex
Have a love for the ski industry? Or perhaps outdoor medicine? Starting in fall 2019, the Outdoor Recreation Management program will offer two new minors students can pursue.
Take advantage of a full week of workshops, events, and experiences you won’t get anywhere else but in the Appalachian High Country.
Charlotte Five, a daily email newsletter and website, listed both the college and Banner Elk as one of the "4 tiny towns in the Carolinas worth a visit"
President Lee King and others will showcase our mountain home during a series of receptions
Today's technology can be confusing, but with the help of students from the School of Business and Management, it doesn't have to be.
Vote for Lees-91探花 every day until Monday, April 1!
The recent partnership provides members of the FCNI new academic opportunities and resources as well as a home base for the growing international organization
Lees-91探花 named one of just two North Carolina colleges to be ranked among the 50 best bike-friendly colleges in the U.S.
Award-winning High Country artist Nicolas Schneider will guest judge the student art show in King-Shivell Gallery Monday, March 25 at 2 p.m.
Together, the nursing program and the Lees-91探花 Student Nurses Association in sponsorship with the High Country Charitable Foundation will host a panel discussion and screening of Beautiful Boy Wednesday, March 20 starting at 7 p.m. in Evans Auditorium.
During the commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 11, president of popular publication Blue Ridge Outdoors Magazine, Blake DeMaso, will address the class of 2019
With warmer days on the horizon, here are some quick, easy ways to get outside and enjoy our beautiful campus
The High Country became the spark that would lead novelist Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings to write her Pulitzer Prize-winning book, The Yearling. Learn about Rawlings’ season in the mountains Thursday, March 7 through the eyes of English professor, Michael Joslin.
After taking historic gold last year in Blue Ridge Outdoors Magazine’s “Top Adventure College” tournament, Lees-91探花 will fight once again to reign supreme
Students in the Outdoor Recreation Management program take their learning to a new level
College community mourns the passing of former Trustee Ed Hood
Open to all high school students, the Theatre Arts department will open its doors for a day of auditions and information Feb. 23
The Lees-91探花 Outdoor Recreation Management program will now offer the NC Environmental Education Certification Program—becoming one of only a few colleges in the state to offer the certification.
In this most recent Q&A, learn about Head Women’s Basketball Coach Keith “Mister” Jennings, his time in the National Basketball Association, and what every student on campus—athlete or not—can learn from basketball.
A telling of underdogs and unsung heroes, Silent Sky is based on a true story about one astronomer’s monumental discoveries gone largely unnoticed.
You may recognize the faces that make up the three-member band of Back Porch Anarchy. Experience the old-time mountain band on Wednesday, Feb. 6 in Evans Auditorium.