This document provides information for honors students at the university, including: - Announcing honors graduation audits and listing honors advisors by major. - Advertising upcoming travel courses, internship opportunities, and study abroad programs. - Providing details on honors courses involving travel to locations like Ireland, the UK, Mexico, and Spain. - Informing students about membership opportunities with the Appalachian Student Ambassadors. - Advertising grant programs for honors student scholarship and leadership through the Southern Regional Honors Council.

1. WELCOME

2. HONORS GRADUATION AUDITS
Honors students planning to graduate this year need
to make an appointment with your Honors Advisor
for an audit of your University Honors requirements.

3. WHO IS YOUR ADVISOR?
DR. JONES DR. WHEELER
DR. MCDOWELL
DR. MEAD DR. WALDROUP
Pre-health professions
regardless of major
(excluding Nursing):
•Pre-medical
•Pre-dental
•Pre-veterinary
•Pre-pharmacy
•Pre-DPT
Chemistry
All pre-law
(regardless of major)
Communication
Arts & Sciences: Humanities
•English
•Languages, Literatures &
Cultures
•Philosophy & Religion
Biology Computer Science
Arts & Sciences: Social
Sciences
•Anthropology
•Geography & Planning
•Government & Justice
Studies
•History
•Sociology
Communication Sciences &
Disorders
Art
Exercise Science Environmental Science
College of Business
•Accounting
•CIS
•Finance
•Banking & Insurance
•Economics
•International Business
•Management
•Marketing
Curriculum & Instruction
•Elementary Education
•Middle Grades Education
Culture, Gender and Global
Studies
Psychology Fermentation Sciences Interdisciplinary Studies Family & Consumer Sciences School of Music
Geology Health Care Management
Language, Reading and
Exceptionalities
Theatre & Dance
Mathmatics Social Work Nursing Technology
Physics Nutrition & Dietetics
Sustainable Development Recreation Management
Undecided

5. UPCOMING TRAVEL COURSES!
Explore the Flora and Fauna of Australasia
May 11th – June 4th 2015
Travel to Costa Rica over Winter Break!
January 1-10, 2015
Caribbean Ecosystem Field Studies
WINTER-BREAK 3-CREDIT FIELD COURSE
December 29, 2014 to January 16, 2015
Study Abroad in Guatemala Summer 2015: June 14-‐August 7,
2015. Fall 2015: August 30-‐November 28, 2015. Spring 2016:
January 16-‐April 23, 2016.
For more information on any of the above, see “Announcements” on the Honors College
Website

6. INTERNSHIP AT BEAR PAW STATE NATURAL AREA
HISTORIC CABINS FEASIBILITY AND COST STUDY
BEGINNING JANUARY 2015
Elk Knob State Park (EKSP) recently acquired a new
Bear Paw State Natural Area (BPSNA) located in
Watauga County within the Dutch Creek Community, a
few miles outside of Valle Crucis. This internship is
designed to investigate the history of these two
cabins and conduct a feasibility study of the
appropriateness of the two paths of development:
restoring the cabins to their original design, or
maintaining them in their current state. The study will
entail 120 total hours and could result in three-six
semester hours of ASU credit, depending on the
student’s program of study.
To Apply:
Submit a letter of interest that explains how your interest and skills will help you
complete this internship, a resume, a 3-5 page writing sample, and the names
of 2 faculty references to: Dr. Neva J. Specht, 201 IG Greer, Deans Office,
College of Arts & Sciences. You may submit electronically to
spechtnj@appstate.edu, but please convert all documents to PDFs and place
BEAR PAW INTERNSHIP in the subject line.
Application deadline is 5 p.m. December 10, 2014.

7. STUDY ABROAD AT
KEELE UNIVERSITY
Students selected for this experience will enroll in 4 courses
(14 semester hours) while at Keele.
Two 3-hour ASU courses (taught by Dr. Will Canu)
• PSY 4655 - Contemporary Issues (with only ASU students)
• Special topics seminar on Psychosocial Stressors and
Psychopathology (with Keele students)
Two 4-hour Keele courses (chosen by you from modules/courses
offered by the Keele School of Psychology)
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Upcoming Information Sessions:
Monday, October 13, 5 PM, Smith Wright 205
Tuesday, October 14, 5 PM, Smith Wright 200
Wednesday, October 22, 5 PM, Smith Wright 205
Or, Contact, Will Canu, Ph.D. at:
canuwh@appstate.edu

8. IRISH ARCHAEOLOGY OPPORTUNITY FOR ASU HONORS
STUDENTS JUNE 4-JUNE 25, 2015
INFO SESSIONS Nov. 21st at 10:30am and 2pm in room 163 in App Hall
On November 21, 2014, come to an information meeting about a summer school
opportunity in Ireland. You will actually excavate and then tour numerous 5000 to
1300 year old sites.
The Courses: Hon 3515 Introduction to Archaeology will allow you learn the basics
of archaeological fieldwork through course work and while excavating on a 12thC
friary, the Black Friary of Trim. Hon 3531 will introduce you to the ancient and
Early Christian sites in Ireland as well as the Medieval city and fields. We will
spend 5 nights in Galway, 12 nights in Trim and 2 nights in Dublin.
The cost: $3550 includes food, tuition, field school, admissions, and travel but
does not including airfare. Dates in Ireland are June 4-June 25. On-line course
work will precede
the trip. This experience
is limited to 13 students.
The leader is Dr. Cheryl Claassen,
Archaeologist in ASU’s
anthropology department.

9. HON 3515:
KING ARTHUR ON LOCATION IN BRITAIN
Come join us on a search for the “real” King Arthur!!
This program will take students enrolled in spring course
HON 3515 King Arthur to Great Britain to explore Arthurian
sites that figure prominently in the course literature
(medieval and modern): Stonehenge, Tintag- el, Caerleon,
Glastonbury, Winchester Castle and the Round Table. The
program thus serves as a “laboratory” for the course, since
we will use these visits as a way to study “the story in its
place.”
During the spring break
(approximately March 7-15),
we will plan a week-long
excursion to the UK to visit
Arthurian sites.
Dates: March 7-15, 2013
For more information about the course or about the trip,
feel free to contact Dr. Hellenbrand at hellenbranda@appstate.edu.

10. RELIGIOUS AND ETHNIC CONFLICT IN
WESTERN EUROPE: SPAIN AND IRELAND
MAY 12-JUNE 5, 2015
HIS/SOC 3535 Religious and Ethnic Conflict in Ireland and Spain
HIS/SOC 3538 Peace, Justice, and Conflict Resolution in Ireland and
Spain This study abroad program allows students to earn six History
and/or Sociology credits at the 3000 level. It introduces students to a
comparative historical and sociological examination of religious and ethnic
conflict in Ireland, Northern Ireland, and Spain. Though separated by the Bay
of Biscay, Spain and Ireland share many common historical and religious
experiences: They are both deeply Catholic nations that have been ripped
apart by religious and ethnic conflicts. In the 20th century they both suffered
bloody civil wars and militant terrorist movements. Since joining the
European Union and Euro zone both nations have experienced rapid
economic growth and development, followed by equally devastating
recessions since 2008. An informational meeting for students thinking
about signing up for these courses will be held October 29th, 5:30pm, in
Anne Belk Hall 1119.
For more information visit our website!:
http://history.appstate.edu/node/1093

11. SPEND SPRING BREAK EXPLORING AZTEC &
EARLY CHRISTIAN SITES IN CENTRAL MEXICO
Mexican Culture and Archaeology Ant 3531 will meet on Tuesdays 5-7:30 in
January and February and then go to Mexico for 11 days Mar 4--Mar 14. The
final class meeting will be March 31 when a research paper is due. The cost to
be billed $755. Estimated additional costs: airfare $620, Food $165
To apply for this trip class go on line to
http://international.appstate.edu/education/aoep. The application requires a
non-refundable $300 deposit. This is the only way to enroll in the course.
The objective of this course is to introduce students to Mexican prehistory and
beliefs through visits to archaeological sites, and museums. It is also a goal to
introduce students to contemporary urban and rural life. We will travel by public
transportation in and out from Mexico City and Taxco visiting sites, museums,
pilgrimage locations,
shrines, and markets.
Trip leaders are Dr. Cheryl Claassen, ASU archaeologist and Dr. Laura Ammon,
ASU historian of religion. If you qualify, financial aid will be able to help with
expenses. The last informational meeting will be held at 12pm Nov. 21 in
Sanford 405. Address questions to claassencp@appstate.edu

13. APPALACHIAN STUDENT
AMBASSADORS MEMBERSHIP DRIVE
“As the Appalachian Student Ambassadors, we strive to improve the
quality of our university through professionalism, dedicated service, and a
direct partnership with the Alumni Association, University Admissions, and
the
Office of the Chancellor.”
The Student Ambassadors participate in homecoming events, host
alumni, admissions, and Chancellor events, give campus tours on
week days and weekends, assist in the Fall and Spring Open
Houses, Scholars Weekend, Fall Convocation, and December
Commencement. Through our competitive membership process, we
hope to find students who display a level of professionalism with a
personable demeanor, the ability to work well with others, effective
time management and communication skills, leadership potential,
and a true passion for our university.
IF YOUR ARE INTERESTED,
TALK TO YOUR HONORS ADVISOR ABOUT BEING NOMINATED!!!!

15. SOUTHERN REGIONAL HONORS COUNCIL (SRHC):
STUDENT GRANT OPPORTUNITIES
SRHC OFFERS SEVERAL PROGRAMS THAT PROVIDE MONETARY
SUPPORT FOR SCHOLARSHIP AND
LEADERSHIP OF STUDENTS FROM MEMBER INSTITUTIONS.
WE ENCOURAGE ASU HONORS STUDENTS TO APPLY!!!
Opportunities include:
SRHC student stipends for partners in the parks (PIP),
NCHC semesters, NCHC winterims,
And other NCHC-affiliated programs SRHC student scholar
grants SRHC student leader grants For all information and to apply:
http://www.srhconline.org/hcol/content.php?6-for-scholar-opportunities&
s=e45cdab6ebca0db21520de3bb8cccef2

16. PARTNERS IN THE PARKS
Partners in the Parks is an outdoor
experiential learning program sponsored by
Southern Utah University and Cedar Breaks
National Monument in cooperation with
the NATIONAL COLLEGIATE HONORS
COUNCIL. Partners in the Parks projects at
national parks across the country offer
unique opportunities for collegiate honors
students and faculty to visit areas of the
American landscape noted for their beauty,
significance and lasting value. Since its
origin we have sponsored 40 projects at 32
different parks for over 350 student
participants. Seminars led by university
faculty and park personnel will include
historical, scientific, cultural, and other
important areas unique to a given park.
Projects will also take advantage of exciting
recreational opportunities in the parks to
broaden participant’s understanding of the
2015 Projects
Cedar Breaks National Monument
January 16-19, 2015
Buffalo National River
May 10-17. 2015
Glen Canyon National Recreation
Area
May 10-16, 2015

17. SANCTUARY LITERARY MAGAZINE:
Official Journal of the Southern Regional Honors Council
(SRHC)
SUBMIT:
Poetry, Essays, Short Fiction, Foreign
Language, Visual Art, Photography, Digital Art!
And/or
JOIN THE EDITORIAL BOARD
For more information:
http://www.srhconline.org/hcol/content.php
?7-sanctuary