Wade Benson retires after 27 years as Young Harris College CFO
September 22, 2023 NewsroomAt the helm of the finances of Young Harris College for nearly three decades, Chief Financial Officer Wade Benson will be retiring at the end of September.
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Agreement provides pathway for Young Harris College students to physical therapy program
September 20, 2023 NewsroomYoung Harris College signs agreement for undergraduate students interested in becoming physical therapists with the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine.
Young Harris College students learn safety firsthand
September 15, 2023 NewsroomNothing hammers home the importance of safety like hurling down the Nantahala River in an inflatable raft, but that was exactly the lesson students from Young Harris College had recently.
Young Harris College professor selected as Governor’s Teaching Fellow
September 11, 2023 NewsroomDr. Jennifer Schroeder, a biology professor at Young Harris College, was one of 18 faculty members across the state of Georgia selected as a Governor’s Teaching Fellow for the May 2023 symposium.
Young Harris College presents September Fine Arts events
September 8, 2023 NewsroomYoung Harris College invites the community to attend upcoming Fine Arts events in September. Most events will take place on the YHC campus, which is located at One College Street in Young Harris.
Mixed media art opens season at Young Harris College
August 31, 2023 NewsroomMixed-media art is about seeing art in things that many people might not – a faded photograph, scrap of yarn or even a wallet. Making art from objects like this is something Dariana Dervis has been doing for close to 20 years.
Young Harris College hosts Community Resource Fair
August 28, 2023 NewsroomStarting college can be a bit intimidating for new freshmen – learning about the new environment of the college and surrounding community. To help with the transition, Young Harris College hosts a number of activities during the first week of Fall Semester, including a Community Resource Fair which was held Aug. 17.
Young Harris College hosts annual Pops on the Patio
August 24, 2023 NewsroomIf you are in the mood for some good music in September then plan to swing by Young Harris College Saturday, Sept. 16, for the annual Pops on the Patio concert. The event is free and open to the public.
Young Harris College tops 2023 scholarship goal
August 17, 2023 NewsroomScholarships are the lifeblood for any college student seeking higher education. And thanks to the efforts of Young Harris College’s Office of Advancement, students in 2023-2024 are in good shape. The College raised nearly $2 million in fund-raising efforts for Young Harris College throughout the year, designated for scholarships.
Young Harris College Welcomes Class of 2027
August 15, 2023 NewsroomFall heralds many things – the change of seasons, cooler temperatures, fall sports (yes, college football) - and it also signals the back-to-school time. And that’s no different at the college level, as students head to the Enchanted Valley and Young Harris College campus. Fall athletes and student leaders were able to move in first earlier last week, followed by first year students who moved in on Thursday, Aug. 10, to get familiar with the campus before classes started on Aug. 14. Upperclassmen moved in over the past weekend, Aug. 13.
Tracy Dumakor and Jonathan Everett Study Abroad at Konkuk University in South Korea
July 26, 2023 NewsroomYoung Harris College’s rising seniors Tracy Dumakor and Jonathan Everett recently returned to the Enchanted Valley after a semester abroad at Konkuk University in South Korea.The study abroad program at Young Harris College gives students the opportunity to engage in international experiences that deepen their understanding of other cultures, languages, and people. That is exactly what Dumakor and Everett were looking for and found on during their trip to South Korea.
Young Harris College Faculty Attend ACA Teaching and Leadership Institute
July 17, 2023 NewsroomYoung Harris College faculty members Dr. Ben Van Dyke and Dr. Matthew Byron attended this year’s Appalachian College Association (ACA) hosts Teaching and Leadership Institute. The Institute is an opportunity for instructors to share student-centered learning theories, integrated learning, and evidence-based teaching practices. As a member of the ACA, Young Harris College shares a commitment to support students through exceptional teaching and learning opportunities. To these ends, YHC staff and faculty attend the Teaching and Learning Institute, an intensive, week-long workshop delivered by experts from ACA institutions.
Jersey of Young Harris College’s Mackenzie Johnson on Ring of Honor at Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame
July 13, 2023 NewsroomYoung athletes often dream of recognition for their contributions to the game at the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame. For Young Harris women’s basketball standout Mackenzie Johnson, that dream has come true. Johnson’s jersey will be displayed in the Ring of Honor display at the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame in Knoxville, Tenn., in recognition of her outstanding play for the 2022-2023 season. “The Ring of Honor is an exhibit at the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame where we honor the nation’s top players at every level,” said Kelly Mathis, Director of Development for the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame. “To have your jersey on display at the Hall of Fame is a huge privilege and we are proud to celebrate the accomplishments of these young women.”
Jacob Perry Studies in Cambridge, England, Thanks to McCollough Scholarship
July 11, 2023 NewsroomYoung Harris College student Jacob Perry, Master of Art in Teaching Class of 2023, spent six weeks at Wesley House, the Methodist College at Cambridge University in England, thanks to the McCollough Scholarship. Each year, this competitive, internal scholarship allows a dedicated YHC student to learn within a reflective, cross-cultural Christian community of scholarship and prayer in the Wesleyan tradition. “I cannot express my deepest gratitude to YHC, the McCollough family who funded my study at Wesley House, and my parents Jason and Tonya for this opportunity,” said Jacob. “The experience will indubitably set me up for my next degree at Duke Divinity School as well as afterwards in my vocation to help usher in God’s kingdom here on earth as it is in heaven.”
Art History, Theatre, and Creative Writing Students Study Abroad in Italy
June 27, 2023 NewsroomIt’s one thing to study other countries and cultures in the classroom but studying them up close and in person brings that education home. That’s what students at Young Harris College did this summer, recently returning from Italy where they spent several weeks studying abroad. Building on concepts studied on campus during the spring semester, students explored the role of mythology in the arts and culture of the Italian Renaissance and beyond.
Young Harris College Alumni Return Home for Annual Alumni Weekend
June 22, 2023 NewsroomYoung Harris College graduates returned to the Enchanted Valley this past weekend in droves for the annual Alumni Weekend. One of the College’s largest summer events, Alumni Weekend brings together friends, classmates, and strengthens intergenerational bonds between those who share YHC as their alma mater.
Young Harris College Welcomes Students at Ready to ROAR
June 20, 2023 NewsroomThe transition to college life can be a big change for young people, which is why Young Harris College hosts incoming freshmen students for its Ready to ROAR events leading up to the start of the fall semester. Two Ready to ROAR sessions were held this past weekend, June 9 and 10.
Young Harris College Announces Leadership in the Appalachian College Association
June 8, 2023 NewsroomLeadership at Young Harris College have been elected to roles with the Appalachian College Association during the ACA’s Annual Meeting on May 23-24 at Tusculum University in Greeneville, Tenn. Dr. Drew Van Horn, Young Harris College President, was elected to the Executive Committee of the ACA Board, and Provost Dr. Jason Pierce has been elected as Chair of the Teaching & Learning Committee and to the Executive Committee of the ACA Council of Chief Academic Officers.
John Sillay Appointed as President of the Young Harris College Alumni Board of Directors
June 5, 2023 NewsroomJohn Sillay, Class of 1975, has been appointed as President of the Alumni Board of Directors at Young Harris College. A longtime member of the College community, Sillay began his service as president on April 1 and will serve for two years.
Theatre Young Harris Produces World Premiere of Newly Licensed Play
May 31, 2023 NewsroomWith its students appearing as the originating cast and crew, Young Harris College is pleased to have premiered the musical “Little Piglet Gets a Sister,” now available for licensing through Plays for New Audiences.
