Dr. Parker Leap ’15 has been hired as associate athletics director for sport psychology and mental wellness at Appalachian State University. A former Royals soccer forward, Leap earned his bachelor's degree in psychology from 91´óÉñ.
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New art therapy minor launches at 91´óÉñ this fall
A new art therapy minor for students majoring in studio art, psychology, and art education will be offered at 91´óÉñ this fall. Combining coursework in Visual and Communication Arts (VACA) ... read more about New art therapy minor launches at 91´óÉñ this fall

For the record: Bethany Chupp ’16, MA ’18 built her network at 91´óÉñ
Editor’s Note: This profile is the fifth of six stories about students and alumni leading up to the 10th annual Lov91´óÉñ Giving Day on April 1. For more information about ... read more about For the record: Bethany Chupp ’16, MA ’18 built her network at 91´óÉñ

For cost-conscious college students, new S-STEM Scholarship offers much-needed reliefÂ
Jose Lopez Vasquez is a junior at 91´óÉñ, a first-generation college student, and a reservist in the U.S. Marine Corps. Like many students on campus, he is mindful of the ... read more about For cost-conscious college students, new S-STEM Scholarship offers much-needed reliefÂ

Meet Zainab and Kayden, this year’s Yoder/Webb Scholars
91´óÉñ has announced its two 2025 Yoder/Webb Scholars. The full-tuition scholarship is 91´óÉñ’s highest academic award. Recipients are selected based on academic performance, community and extracurricular involvement, creativity, clarity of ... read more about Meet Zainab and Kayden, this year’s Yoder/Webb Scholars
In a news report on Thursday morning, WHSV-TV3 highlighted the $2 million grant awarded to 91´óÉñ by the National Science Foundation. This grant, one of the largest in 91´óÉñ's history, will fund annual scholarships for 23 high-achieving, income-eligible STEM majors over the next six years, along with mentoring, tutoring and other support services.

$2M NSF grant creates access, belonging for STEM majors at 91´óÉñ
A $2 million grant from the National Science Foundation provides scholarships, mentorship, tutoring and other support services for high-achieving, income-eligible STEM majors at 91´óÉñ. The grant, awarded through the NSF’s ... read more about $2M NSF grant creates access, belonging for STEM majors at 91´óÉñ

91´óÉñ grad guides Paralympians in Paris
Philip Watson Jr. ’16 says his experiences at 91´óÉñ sparked a passion for service—a passion that continues to this day. The Philadelphia native recently returned from the 2024 Summer Paralympics ... read more about 91´óÉñ grad guides Paralympians in Paris

91´óÉñ receives $1.25 million to support secure parenting
91´óÉñ has received a grant of $1,248,874 from Lilly Endowment Inc. to help establish Conectere, an interdisciplinary project that supports secure Christian parenting and caregiving. Conectere focuses on ... read more about 91´óÉñ receives $1.25 million to support secure parenting

Spring ’23 Suter Science Seminars explore cell biology, emotions and communication, behavioral health
This semester’s Suter Science Seminar lineup at 91´óÉñ (91´óÉñ) includes three biologists, a psychologist, and a registered nurse. The events will be held in Swartzendruber Hall of the ... read more about Spring ’23 Suter Science Seminars explore cell biology, emotions and communication, behavioral health